A Look Inside the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Meeting Dec. 1, 2020
Highlights of discussion and actions that impact all who live, work and play in the diverse county
Dec. 1 marked the final Fairfax County Full Board of Supervisors Meeting with Public Comment of 2020.
National Park Foundation Hero Award for Sen. Warner
Award for his efforts to pass the Great American Outdoors Act
Monday, Dec. 7, at an outdoor and socially-distanced ceremony at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) was awarded the National Park Foundation’s Hero Award by Foundation President, Will Shafroth.
Reston Hospital Center Launches Neuro Intervention Program
Reston Hospital Center announced its launch of the next phase of its established stroke program, through a partnership with the nationally-regarded neurovascular surgery team from MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.
Opinion: Commentary: Redistricting Underway
The Constitution requires that after the federal census every ten years there is to be a reapportionment of legislative districts based on population growth and shifts reflecting “one-man, one-vote.”
Holiday Lights on the Farm in Herndon
Lake Fairfax and Burke Lake bring their displays to Frying Pan Farm Park.
Fairfax County Park Authority recently looked to find ways for people to have a good time during the holiday season with their family.
Holiday Meals for Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon Area Seniors
During Thanksgiving week, the Shepherd's Center serving Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon (SC) was able to share Thanksgiving meals with local isolated senior clients.
Vienna Police Highlights: Nov. 25, 2020 – Dec. 3, 2020
Vienna Police Highlights: Nov. 25, 2020 – Dec. 3, 2020
Madison High Students Win 28 Awards at State Convention
Each November, the Virginia Junior Classical League (VJCL) sponsors a state convention at the Richmond Convention Center.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: 495 NEXT Project: A ‘Game Changer in the Region’
Having lived in McLean for more than 36 years and represented McLean and Great Falls in the House of Delegates, I have experienced our traffic congestion as it has grown worse each year.
Great Falls’ 30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Santa's visit sparks the spirit of the season.
No way could Santa disappoint the children in Great Falls and miss the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting held this year on the Great Falls Village Centre Field on Sunday, Dec. 6.
Opinion: Column: “Medican’t” Take It Anymore
The non-stop – or so it seems, television advertising letting all of us viewers know that the 2020 Medicare Open Enrollment window is about to slam shut is nearly over.
Looking Desperately for Holiday Santa Stars
Bob Nelson provides support to military families this COVID-19 holiday season.
For over ten years, long-time Great Falls resident and businessman Bob Nelson hosted his Military Appreciation Monday dinners at the Old Brogue, raising funds to support various United States military organizations at the twice-monthly events.
The Buck Stops Here in Great Falls
Managed archery on private property for deer control
Landowners with any parcel size in Great Falls have the option to use archery hunting for deer management on their private property, directly addressing the cause of deer damage: too many deer.
Cappies: Mount Vernon High Brings Frankenstein to Audio Theater
Wind blew and whistled over a soft piano until cracks of thunder and a baby's cries punctured the surroundings.
For Whom the Bell Tolls in Alexandria
Red Kettle Campaign runs through Dec. 24
The familiar sound of holiday bells can be heard across the region as the Salvation Army continues its annual Red Kettle Campaign with new safety measures in place amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
GenOn Site in Alexandria Sold
North Old Town site slated for mixed use development
The Potomac River Generating Station, a shuttered coal-fired power plant in North Old Town, has been sold to Hilco Redevelopment Partners and is slated for redevelopment in a move that city officials hope will provide housing, jobs and improved public space along the Potomac River.
‘A Hard Year for Fundraising’ in Alexandria
Board of Lady Managers raises $30k for Inova Alexandria
The runway was dark this year as the Board of Lady Managers, known for its annual Fashion Show, Luncheon and Silent Auction, instead held what it billed as a “non-event,” raising $30,000 as part of an ongoing financial pledge to Inova Alexandria Hospital.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Meaning of ‘Discover’?
Dino Drudi claims (letter, November 25th) that Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the Western Hemisphere “galvanized Europe in a way that led to emigration, commerce, and colonization.”
Opinion: Commentary: True Impact of Alexandria’s Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
This year will mark the first time in 50 years that the sound of bagpipes won’t be heard in the heart of old town Alexandria on the first Saturday in December.