Going for the Gold
Noah Lyles headed to Tokyo Olympics
Only a few short years ago, Noah Lyles could be seen warming up to the strains of James Brown’s “I Feel Good” as he trained on the track of Parker-Gray Memorial Field at what was then T.C. Williams High School.
James Kunder of Alexandria Commissioned as an Officer in the United States Navy
James Kunder of Alexandria was recently (June 4th) commissioned as an ensign in the United States Navy upon completion of Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island.
Preview: And the Rockets Red Glare…in Alexandria
Join ASO for Alexandria’s Birthday Celebration July 10
Trumpets and French horns will blare “America the Beautiful” as the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra opens the Alexandria’s Birthday Celebration July 10 at 9 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park.
Home of the Brave in Mount Vernon
‘Flags for Heroes’ on display at Cedar Knoll
The strains of Amazing Grace filled the air as a lone bagpiper stood among hundreds of American flags overlooking the Potomac River as part of the 4th annual Flags for Heroes display June 27 on the grounds of Cedar Knoll Restaurant.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Consider Guaranteed Basic Income with Rescue Funding
As clergy, we understand how COVID-19 tested our communities’ resolve in more ways than one.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Boost City’s Investment in Childcare Workforce
On July 6, the Alexandria City Council will vote to decide how nearly $56.4 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) will be used.
Two Men Charged with Chantilly Murder of Herndon Man
Homicides surge in the first six months of 2021 in Fairfax County compared to 2020.
With 13 homicides reported across all of Fairfax County already this year, the unprecedented spike in killings is a concern.
History Tells How Burke, VA Almost Disappeared
Burke, Virginia, now an 11.5 square mile unincorporated section of Fairfax County with a population of roughly 41,000, was fated to disappear in 1951.
‘Nothing More Rewarding than Working with Kids’ in Fairfax City
TPG Pediatrics opens new office
Point 50 is one of Fairfax City’s newest commercial centers, and now making its home there is TPG Pediatrics (The Pediatric Group).
Fairfax Station Teen Arrested for 2020 Sexual Assaults
A 19-year-old man from Fairfax Station has been arrested for two sexual assaults that occurred in 2020.
Official Ribbon Cutting Held for Central Green Park in Lorton
Central Green Park, part of Laurel Hill Park in Lorton, officially opened with a commemorating ribbon cutting ceremony on June 25; the area was previously opened for public use in September 2020 (see “Springfield Connection”, October 14, 2020, page 2).
Fair Lakes Townhouse Fire Displaces Four
Fire officials say an early morning fire in Fair Lakes displaced four people and caused an estimated $463,375 in damages to the home involved.
‘We’ve Been Doing God’s Work with Our Hands’ in Fair Oaks
King of Kings Lutheran Church celebrates 50 years.
The past, present and future united during the 50th anniversary celebration of King of Kings Lutheran Church in Fair Oaks.
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
Arlington Teen Makes Olympic Swim Team
Torri Huske missed graduation – the Olympics were calling.
One of Yorktown High School’s graduating class of 2021 couldn’t make it.
Your Help Needed in Protecting Our Water in Arlington
Streams eroding under pressure of development; Potomac Conservancy advocates to save water quality
Controversial Stream Restoration Techniques Divide Residents
End of SROs in Schools in Arlington
School Resource Officers are a divisive element in discussions around making schools a safer and more inclusive environment for students of color.
Arlington’s Yorktown High Graduates Class of 2021 Outdoors
It was hot, but great to be together, said graduates and parents.
Yorktown High School Class of 2021 Graduation ceremony was for Friday, June 18, 2021, outdoors in the school’s football field, Greenbrier stadium.
Pandemic-Delayed Ribbon Cutting Held in Herndon
Town officials, Chamber members, and guests welcome District Floor Depot
District Floor Depot celebrated the Ceremonial Grand Opening of its third and newest branch at 1051 Elden Street, Herndon, with a ribbon cutting ceremony held Thursday, June 23, that was supposed to happen over a year ago.