Additions to Secret Garden Concerts in Alexandria
Two new concerts have been added to the live, outdoor concert series in Alexandria.
Mount Vernonite Mary Thompson Wins Top Book Award
The Society for Historians of the Early American Republic is proud to announce the following winners of the 2020 book, article, and dissertation prizes.
Opinion: Commentary: Legislating in the Time of COVID-19
This week, I returned with my colleagues to Richmond to revise the Commonwealth’s budget in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, pass pandemic-related legislation, and to address the twin issues of racial inequity and police reform.
Fort Hunt Flag Football for High School Players
The flag football program for kids 13 years and younger is now joined by a high school 7-vs-7 non-contact league for kids 14-to-18 years of age.
March Saturday in Mount Vernon
Northern Virginia Community and Friends United march for justice, peace, equality and education and Black Lives Matter, Saturday, Aug. 22.
‘Flower Flashing’ in Alexandria
Garden Clubs unite to spread beauty of nature
The Hunting Creek Garden Club and Garden Club of Alexandria joined forces to provide a “flower flash” at the Alexandria Police Department Headquarters Aug. 5 to culminate a month-long effort to share the beauty of nature with the community.
For (Some) Women, Right to Vote Came 100 Years Ago
City marks centennial of 19th amendment
Harry Burn was a staunch anti-suffragist.
Opinion: Commentary: In the Interim
Coping with relentless issues: pandemic, eviction crisis, unemployment crisis, boosting tourism and more.
Normally, the end of the legislative session allows time for legislators, staff, and advocates alike to regroup and catch their breath.
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Selects Dr. Tammy Mann as 2020 Business Leader of the Year
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce has selected Dr. Tammy Mann, President & CEO of The Campagna Center, as the 2020 Business Leader of the Year.
Sunny Day For Alexandria Chamber Golf Classic
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic was held at Springfield Golf and Country Club on Monday, August 17, presented by MGM National Harbor.
Former Petland Manager Pleads Guilty
Sentenced on three counts of animal cruelty.
Animal cruelty charges brought against managers of the former Petland-Fairfax pet store reached Fairfax General District Court on Aug. 13.
‘To Promote the Arts and Provide Scholarships’ in Fairfax City
Spotlight on the Arts Mayor’s Gala is Aug. 29.
Due to the pandemic, this year’s Spotlight on the Arts Mayor’s Gala will have to be virtual.
Pillar Falls off Fairfax City’s Old Town Hall
Heavy rains rotted one of the building’s wooden columns.
If a tree falls in the forest and no one sees it happen, it may or may not make a sound.
Retiring Fairfax County Firefighter Is Honored
Master Technician Jeff Smith was recently recognized for 32 years’ dedicated service to Fairfax County residents and for his work with the county’s Fire and Rescue Department Hazardous Material Response Team (HMRT).
Groundbreaking Scheduled for Lorton Library Renovation
Library will be co-located with the Lorton Community Action Center.
Library Groundbreaking
Trailer Park Residents Speak Out About Being Priced Out
Hybla Valley residents oppose mixed use plans.
Hybla Valley
Man Dies Following Crash in Springfield
A man has died as a result of injuries from a crash that occurred on Aug. 10 around 12:30 a.m. in the 7800 block of Loisdale Road in Springfield.
‘Hard Work and Dedication to the Community’ in Sully District
Kyler Racey named Sully’s Officer of the Quarter
Officer Kyler Racey is the Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2020.
‘There Are Too Many Unanswered Questions’ in Centreville
Since 1938, Luck Stone Corp. has operated its quarry along Route 29 in Centreville.
Opinion: Column: Narratively Speaking
After 11 years and almost exactly six months since being diagnosed with stage IV, non-small cell lung cancer, the party is apparently over.