Alexandria Celebrates the U.S. Constitution
The U.S. Constitution will be celebrated in Alexandria City Public Schools during the week of Sept. 17-23, 2020.
The Other Alexandria: Annie Withers’ Losses: Influenza Pandemic
Only Annie Johnson Withers could describe her own feelings when she lost a grandson and two daughters just a day apart from each other.
Pet Pantry’s Doors Wide Open in Alexandria for a Community in Need
Linda Easley didn’t know where to turn.
Alexandria City Council Requires Masks in Public Places
At its regular meeting on Sept. 12, the Alexandria City Council voted 5 to 2 to adopt an ordinance requiring masks in indoor and outdoor public places.
Burke Community Church Expanded, Enhanced
A major expansion project was recently completed at the Burke Community Church, adding space for a 1,150-seat worship center, adult classrooms, offices, lobby, cafe, bookstore and commercial kitchen.
Letter to the Editor: Clarification
In his Sept. 9, 2020, opinion piece ("Political Correctness Impeding Diversity"), Supervisor Herrity implied that Mr. Phil Rosenthal currently serves on the Good Shepherd Housing Board of Directors.
Lanier Middle School to be Renamed
The City of Fairfax School Board on Monday voted to change the name of Lanier Middle School.
Help Feed Local Families in Need
Britepaths is a well-known, Fairfax-based nonprofit that helps area residents, all year ’round, in a variety of ways.
‘Old Town Just Feels Like Home’ in Fairfax City
Brooke’s Bridal & Ball opens
Brooke Ramos initially wanted to be a wedding planner.
Erin Peterson Fund Golf Tourney is Sept. 24 in Clifton
Westfield High grad Erin Peterson was an18-year-old honor student, with her whole life ahead of her, when she and 31 others died in the April 16, 2007 massacre at Virginia Tech.
19 Years Later, Lest We Forget in Centreville
Each Sept. 11, the front lawn of West Centreville Fire Station 38 is adorned with multitudes of small American flags.
‘An Inspiring Leader and Tireless Advocate’ in Sully District
Karen Campblin named Sully District Community Champion.
Fair Oaks resident Karen Campblin has a passion for helping others and improving her community.
Fatal Pedestrian Crash In Mount Vernon
A 78-year-old man has died as a result of injuries from a crash that occurred Sept. 9 around 10 p.m.
Pedestrian Deaths Continue to Mount on Richmond Highway
Intersection improvements can barely keep up with the traffic.
A pedestrian was killed last week in a part of Richmond Highway just south of Hunting Creek in an area that has traffic coming in from the Capital Beltway, and several secondary roads intersecting, and is short on pedestrian-friendly crossings.
Plans Nixed for an Updated Belle View Shopping Center
Proposal for mixed use redevelopment is withdrawn.
Belle View Shopping Center stays for now.
Fire in Kingstowne Damages Townhouse, Spreads to Others
No injuries reported, firehouse open houses to go virtual.
Kingstowne Fire
Police Support Group Visits the Franconia Police Station
No fires, rubber bullets or tear gas at this peaceful event.
Bolster the Blue
Mask Penalty Indoors, Side-Eye Outdoors
State Senate approves civil penalty indoors, City Council ditches fines outdoors.
Not wearing a mask indoors might get you a $500 fine from the Commonwealth of Virginia, although failing to wear on the sidewalk outside will get you just a side-eye from the City of Alexandria.
Opinion: Column: And So It Begins
Eleven years, six months and two weeks, approximately, after being diagnosed with "terminal" cancer: stage IV non small cell lung cancer, I have begun my treatment for stage IV papillary thyroid cancer.
Fairfax County Library Board of Trustees Revisits July Controversy
Trustee Rosenthal apologies for ‘wrong words’ and retains board seat.
Fran Millhouser, Chair of Fairfax County Library Board, said she received "many emails voicing public concern" for statements made by Trustees Phil Rosenthal (Springfield District) and Darren Ewing (Dranesville District) during the previous board meeting in late July.