Opinion: Commentary: One Year Later: Covid and Vaccine Update
It’s been one year since the Commonwealth and the nation locked down with the first restrictions of the Covid-19 pandemic, and when we learned only that to do everything possible to save lives it was necessary to wear a mask and even better, to stay isolated from each other.
Seeing Double
Alexandria delegate is one of four House members whose name will be on the ballot twice.
The ballot for the Democratic primary in June might cause you to do a double take. Del. Mark Levine (D-45) will be on the ballot twice, once running for reelection against primary challenger Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and then again against seven other candidates for lieutenant governor. Levine and three other House members will be doing double duty, asking voters to reject their primary opponents for seats they would vacate if they win stateside office.
The Year That Was in Arlington
Feeding the multitudes during COVID — one can at a time
In March 2020, COVID suddenly brought about the closing of schools where children had regularly received free breakfast and lunches.
Potomac Home Sales: February, 2021
In February, 2021, 48 Potomac homes sold between $2,599,000-$305,000.
Potomac Home Sales: February, 2021
She Keeps On Giving
Cynthia C. Polk is always on the move in fundraising and helping her communities in Sterling and Vienna.
This wife, mother, grandmother, entrepreneur and First Lady of the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World, Inc. (IBPOEW) is always on the move in fundraising and helping her communities in Sterling and Vienna.
James Madison High Alumna Publishes Award-winning Book
Normandy D. Piccolo is author of ‘Why is Kristyn A. Kutter?’
Normandy D. Piccolo, James Madison High alumna, published writer, book reviewer, advertising copywriter, and freelance journalist, is the author of a book selected for the 2021 In the Margins Book Award: School Library Journal Top 10 Fiction/Non-Fiction and the Fiction Recommendation List for 2021.
Madison Warhawks Beat Westfield Bulldogs, Improve to 3-0
The Westfield Bulldogs traveled to Vienna for a conference football game with the Madison Warhawks on March 12.
Heritage Lost Reclaimed in Chapter Book Series
Interview with author Terry Catasús Jennings of Reston
Terry Catasús Jennings of Reston is the author of the newly released children’s chapter book series, “Definitely Dominguita,” published by Simon & Schuster.
Calendar: Vienna, McLean, Great Falls
Calendar: Vienna, McLean, Great Falls
Trickling Back Into the Classroom in Alexandria
Last week, certain young students arrived for their first day of school in Alexandria Public Schools.
Sheriff Lawhorne Announces Retirement
To end 43-year career in law enforcement
Sheriff Dana Lawhorne, a life-long Alexandrian with 43 years in law enforcement, has announced his retirement effective Dec. 31, when his current term expires.
Alexandria Police Foundation Scam Call Alert
Calls targeting residents on behalf of police youth camp
The Alexandria Police Foundation is asking residents to be aware of solicitation phone calls purported to be on behalf of the foundation’s youth camp.
Victory Center in Alexandria Transformed for Vaccines
High-capacity Covid-19 vaccination site to open in Alexandria as the one-year mark in the pandemic passes
A large-scale vaccination center for Northern Virginia is slated to open by the end of March at the long-vacant Victory Center, with the ability to provide upwards of 6,000 doses per day of the Covid-19 vaccine.
Alexandria Police Department Investigates After Vehicle Was Briefly Stolen With A Child Inside
The Alexandria Police Department is conducting an investigation into a stolen auto and a firearm brandishing incident.
Alexandria Republicans Expect Candidates to Declare Soon
Local Republican efforts to recruit candidates to challenge Democrats in the November elections are proving successful, according to party Chairman Pete Benavage.
Go Green, Go Native
Mow less, mow high, grow more, choose nature.
The manicured lawn may be an iconic symbol of the American suburbs, but lawns have ecological downsides, and there are alternatives, Tami Sheiffer told members of the Friends of Mason Neck at a March 7 Zoom meeting titled “Mow Less, Grow More.”
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: How Sad
How sad that River Farm could possibly be taken over by developers, without any concern for the impact it would have on our beloved community.
Alexandria Power Plant Redevelopment Includes Bike Improvements
The north end Small Area Plan does not leave bike trail users high and dry.
Bicyclists won’t be left out of the plans when the GenOn Energy plant is redeveloped as a major part of the Old Town North Small Area Plan, originally adopted by the city in 2017.
Mask Rules on the Mount Vernon Trail
Many wear masks on the trail regardless.
The rules about wearing masks to prevent the spread of Covid-19 indicate that if you are outdoors and practicing social distancing, things are relatively safe.
Judicial Drive Trail Connection Moves Ahead in Fairfax City
Complete trail construction anticipated in spring 2023
As things stand now, people wishing to walk or bike between Hallman Street and Judicial Drive in Fairfax City are unable to do so without having to leave the existing trail and get back on elsewhere.