Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Transports 50 Cats
Rescue mission helps overwhelmed Texas shelters seeing a surge of surrendered pets
On Saturday, March 13, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) brought in 50 cats from eight individual animal shelters in Texas, still recovering from the devastating February snowstorms and subsequent power outages.
Fairfax County Supervisors to Vote on zMOD
The record is open for written comments; pressure is on to get it right
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on March 23 at 4:30 p.m. on the new and modernized zoning ordinance (zMOD).
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Bill Cleveland For Anything
In the event that William "Bill" Cleveland announces his candidacy for any local office in Alexandria, I want to share this.
Trail Improvements at Random Hills Park
The trail in Random Hills Park will be improved, and the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking public input on its design.
‘A Reminder of Our Sense of Community’ in Fairfax City
Fairfax High School students’ murals adorn Boulevard VI construction site
Multi-use development Boulevard VI is replacing the former Paul VI High School along Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax City.
Murder Victim in Southern Fairfax County Never Identified
Body found in Giles Run creek remains a mystery since 1972 as does the exact location of his burial plot in a Mount Vernon graveyard.
Murder mystery
Opinion: Commentary: Pandemic Shows Workers Need a Voice in Fairfax County
As county employees, we work tirelessly to provide essential services, often behind the scenes, to make sure our county continues to run and families get what they need during this difficult time.
Virginia State Candidates Seek Your Signature
With completion of the 2021 General Assembly session, the odd-year political election cycle is upon us in Virginia.
Sully Woodlands Stewardship Education Center Planned
State-of-the-art building slated for E.C. Lawrence Park
The Fairfax County Park Authority plans to construct a groundbreaking and innovative new building in Chantilly’s Ellanor C. Lawrence Park.
Students Shine in Art, Talent Show in Centreville
Students in the Upper School of Ad Fontes Academy in Centreville got to display their creative expertise during the school’s recent art and talent show.
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Arlington
Step through the pub door and head for the bar in time for the Irish dancers at 2 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day.
The Center for Local History at the Arlington Public Library to Curate New Time Capsule
The Center for Local History at the Arlington Public Library will curate a time capsule, 2020 UnBoxed, which will contain objects and material representing the major events and themes of 2020 in Arlington.
ArPets: Lady Grantham of Arlington
Downton Abbey's elder Lady Grantham wouldn't likely be found discussing underwear under any circumstances.
Detectives Learn of New Information from 2016 Murder
Shopping trip before the murder may hold clues.
Murder
A Few More Efforts Made to Save River Farm
A letter, historic overlay implementation and a 6,000 signature petition are there to keep it the same.
River Farm
A Lawsuit Challenges TJ Admission Changes
Parents sue to stop TJ’s admission policy changes, alleging anti-Asian race discrimination.
The Fairfax County School Board and Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Brabrand face a new lawsuit filed against them last week in United States District Court in Alexandria.
Opinion: Column: A Shot in the Arm
Literally and figuratively.
County Highlights
Actions and words by Fairfax County leadership and citizens
In our new series, County Highlights, the Connection spotlights actions and comments by Fairfax County officials, public servants, and local citizens who call the County's 406 square miles home.
Opinion: Editorial: We Still Need Your Help
We all need community newspapers; community newspapers need your help.
A year later, Covid continues to be the most compelling, most local issue that we face.