Detectives Investigate Three Shootings in Fairfax County
Major Crimes Detectives continue to investigate three shootings that have occurred over 36 hours on Nov. 10 and 11.
Starting Braddock Park’s Master Plan Revision
Park Authority holds public-information meeting
The Fairfax County Park Authority is updating its master plan for Braddock Park at 13451 Braddock Road, bordering both Centreville High and Twin Lakes Golf Course.
Free Flu Shots, Food for People in Need in Chantilly
Continuing to serve the community in every way it can, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM) recently held a free food-distribution and flu-vaccination clinic at Grace Covenant Church in Chantilly.
Election Officers in Arlington Protect the Votes
Action was slow at the community center because of early voting.
As precinct chief, Caroline Klam has been watching over elections in Arlington for a long time.
A Turkey in Every Pot in Arlington
AFAC orders 2,500 turkeys to feed needy families
A refrigerated Cisco semi-trailer sprinkled with raindrops pulls up in front of the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) headquarters on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Eagle Scout Project Meets Pandemic Challenge in Arlington
This year’s Eagle Scout project took a different spin with the advent of coronavirus.
From Yorktown High School to Outer Space
Patrick Moran chosen as pilot for commercial space travel program
Patrick Moran is in his car headed for Spaceport America, New Mexico.
Montgomery County Council Enacts “Ban the Box” Bill
Last week, the Montgomery County Council unanimously enacted Bill 35-20, Human Rights and Civil Liberties - Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards – Amendments, which aims to help prevent workplace discrimination by prohibiting background checks prior to the extension of a conditional offer of employment and preventing inquiries into certain types of arrests and convictions.
Opinion: Commentary: Election Results: Change to the Montgomery County Council
[Election] week [was] been a big week for strengthening our democracy.
Montgomery County Councilmember Friedson holds Community Conversation
Keeping up with constituents during this time of social distancing and small gatherings is not easy, but Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson (District 1) does his best, using interactive social media.
Appetite: 4 Alexandria Restaurant Options for a Socially Distant Thanksgiving
It’s been an oft-repeated refrain this autumn: Thanksgiving is going to look a little different this year.
Options Examined for Mobile Home Parks in Mount Vernon
County officials may look to upgrade these communities.
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Thanksgiving Through the Years
From war and pandemic to claptrap and taffeta, the evolution of the holiday in Alexandria.
The story of Thanksgiving is fake news riddled with misinformation and fraud.
Plenty of Thanksgiving Dinner Options in Potomac
Like everything else in 2020, Thanksgiving Dinner this year will be different.
Covid Increases Heading into Holidays – New Restrictions Are in Effect in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, after consultation with County Health Officer Travis Gayles and based on data, has issued Executive Order 122-20 that reduced capacity limits for businesses, including restaurants and retail establishments.
Safe Holidays as Covid Spikes in Montgomery County
As residents start to think and plan for the upcoming holidays, Montgomery County officials are urging residents to plan for celebrations with consideration for family and friends during this time of COVID-19.
Opinion: Column: I'm Here to Report
As my brother, Richard, has often said: "If the oncologist is happy, then I'm happy."
Addressing the Demands of Virtual University Classrooms
Marymount psychology professor offers solution to distance learning obstacles
For some students and professors, the loss of in-person contact has disrupted higher education and the experiences that often accompany it.
Jeffrey McKay to Head VACo
Fairfax County board chairman elected president of statewide organization representing interests of Virginia’s 95 counties
Jeffrey McKay, Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, was elected to serve as 2021 President of the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo).