Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Supporting Mark Levine for Lieutenant Governor
The rising sea levels on the shore continue to pose a real threat to our community.
Home of the Brave in Alexandria
Remembering the fallen on Memorial Day
One by one, 68 names were read as Alexandria paid tribute to its local fallen and missing in action service members as part of the May 31 Memorial Day observance at the Captain Rocky Versace Plaza and Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Del Ray.
West Springfield Spartans’ Class of 2021: Courage and Perseverance
At 9:30 a.m. on June 1, West Springfield High School graduates emerged from backstage at Jiffy Lube Live to the tune of “Pomp and Circumstance” – a familiar song at an atypical graduation ceremony.
John Lewis High Graduates Take a Victory Lap
On the evening of June 1, the first class of the newly-renamed John R. Lewis High School graduated on their football field.
Early Primary Voting
Registered voters have an opportunity to vote early now, in person or by mail, for the June 8 primary election of Democratic Party candidates.
Man Dies after Crash In Lorton
A man died Monday afternoon, May 31, following a crash that occurred at 2:45 p.m. at the intersection of Palmer Drive and Ox Road.
‘Remembering What it Means to Be an American’ in Fairfax City
Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen
At the outset of Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony on the grounds of American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax, the flag was raised at noon from half staff to full.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Supporting Perryman
As a member of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, my job is to make sure that Fairfax County is a great place to live, work, and play for all of our residents.
Griffith is Honored as Sully District Officer of the Quarter
Officer Jared Griffith has been honored as the Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2021.
‘We’re Looking Forward to Building Something Nice’ in Chantilly
New church, private school proposed
Our Lady of Lavang Parish wants to build a place of worship in Chantilly.
Main Big Deal: Cantonese Dishes, and Much More in Chantilly
Restaurant Review: Taste @ Hong Kong
With the pandemic diminishing, Americans are hopping back on the road again, heading east, west, north, and south.
Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing
Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing
Arlington Parks Ranked Fourth in Nation
New measure assesses equity in park access
Some of the nation’s best parks are right down the block in Arlington.
On Hallowed Ground: Biden, Harris Mark Memorial Day in Arlington
President Joe Biden honored the nation’s fallen military during a visit to Arlington National Cemetery May 31, marking Memorial Day by placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
More to Do to Clean Up the Potomac River
Stormwater runoff from urban and suburban areas is the major, fastest-growing culprit today polluting the Potomac River.
On April 9, Connor Lynch, an angler fishing on the Potomac River near Fletcher’s Cove, hooked and released a shortnose sturgeon, a fish not seen in the river since 2007.
Remembering Travis Staats in Arlington National Cemetery
Since 2006, there has been an 86 percent increase in suicide rates among 18-34 year old male veterans.
“Travis didn’t want to lose his job and his means to support his family. He loved his job and wanted to continue in the service. So he didn’t get the help he needed. We should make sure you don’t get penalized for seeking help.” — Deanna Muir, sister
Opinion: Commentary: Ebbin: Bennett-Parker Is Best Choice for Delegate
Democratic primary voters in the 45th House of Delegates District (parts of Alexandria, south Arlington and Mount Vernon) will choose their nominee for Delegate on Tuesday, June 8.
Paying It Forward
Immigrant's $20K a month awards create opportunities for individuals experiencing economic hardships
A Vietnamese refugee turned philanthropist who works in Reston knows first-hand the fear and challenges of poverty.
Opinion: Commentary: Principle Above Partisanship
Virginia lost two of its finest citizens last week: former United States Senator John Warner who died at age 94 and former member of the Virginia House of Delegates Dick Hobson who died at 89 years old.