In-Person Early Voting Locations Open in Fairfax County
Voters cite ballot controversy and deep divide in the country.
The need to drop their ballot into a secure drop-off box or slide it into a voting machine, spurred thousands of voters to wait in long lines on the first day of in-person early voting at satellite locations in Fairfax County on Oct. 14.
Mobilizing Voters in Herndon
Locals gather for Women's March on Herndon, sister event of the D.C. Women's March 2020.
Demonstrators gathered Saturday, Oct, 17, shortly before 3 p.m, for the Women's March on Herndon, a grassroots event held in the community and part of the nationwide, socially distanced marches held in union with the Women's March 2020 in Washington, D.C.
Fatal Car Crash in Herndon
Detectives from Crash Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal car crash that occurred Wednesday, Oct. 14 night in Herndon.
Opinion: Commentary: An Amazing Year
With more than two months remaining in 2020, I can already say that it has been an amazing year in Virginia’s history.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote for Diversity in Herndon
The Town of Herndon is guaranteed to have a Council led by Democrats given that 6 of the 8 people running for Council are on the Democratic sample ballot.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Why Hillary Lost in 2016?
I would like to respond to the letter “We Need to Start Talking About The Emotional Impact of Election Day” (October 14-20, 2020).
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Opposing Fairfax County Bond Measures
Please VOTE NO on all 4 Fairfax County Bond Measures.
Making Sure Their Votes Are Counted in Great Falls
Great Falls Library location sees long lines for early in-person voting
The need to drop their ballot into a secure drop-off box or slide it into a voting machine spurred hundreds of individuals to wait in the long line on the first day of in-person early voting at the Great Falls Library satellite voting location on Saturday, Oct. 17.
Tysons Ten Years Into Comprehensive Plan
Supervisors discuss what’s on track and challenges.
On Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, the McLean Citizens Association hosted a forum on Tysons – Ten Years After the New Comprehensive Plan.
Live Theater is Back in Vienna
Working to bring original entertainment to the community during the current pandemic, the Vienna Theater Company (VTC) in association with the Vienna Department of Parks and Recreation has developed a unique opportunities to enjoy theater; either as a live, in-person production or in a Zoom digital format.
Home As a Safe Haven
Home sales in McLean and Great Falls in 2020 similar in total count to 2019
The first three quarters of 2020 have come to a close and the number of real estate transactions in McLean and Great Falls have been tallied.
Opinion: Commentary: Special Session Summary #1: Criminal Justice Reform Delivered
First of three parts.
Locals Revisit the Civil War at Fort Willard
By 1865, Fort Willard was southernmost of 68 forts and 93 batteries armed with over 800 cannons protecting Washington.
In 1862 and 1863, at the apex of today’s Belle Haven community, Union soldiers at Fort Willard were on the lookout for enemies coming up the Potomac River or approaching along Accotink Turnpike.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Does Changing the Names Violate Free Speech?
Public edifices typically acquire their names at their time of construction.
Evelyn deLottinville, Local Business Leader, Dies at 64
Evelyn deLottinville, vice president and branch manager at the Duke Street branch of United Bank, died Sept. 28 after a brief battle with leukemia.
Best in Business in Alexandria
INOVA Alexandria tops 2020 honorees
Campagna Center president and CEO Tammy Mann was honored by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce as the Business Leader of the Year at the Oct. 1, 2020 Best in Business Awards.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Police in ACPS Harms Students, Especially Black and Brown Students and Students with Disabilities
A July 3 Gazette-Packet article entitled “Reconsidering Police in Schools in Alexandria” tapped into the growing demands of activist groups, the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia, and ACPS students to remove police from our schools.
Opinion: Commentary: Alexandria School Board Must Vote to Get Police Out of Schools
All children deserve to go to school and feel safe and supported.
More Ways to Vote in Fairfax County
Fairfax County opened thirteen new early voting locations, giving voters more opportunities to cast their early votes ahead.
40 Under 40 in Alexandria
Chamber to honor young leaders Oct. 29
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce will pay tribute to the city’s young business and community leaders Oct. 29 at the fifth annual 40 Under 40 awards ceremony.