Horses and the People They Help
If you aren't familiar with how horses are helping people, read on.
Perri Wight Green of McLean was riding horses before she could talk.
Everyone Loves a Good Parade in Arlington
Police cycles lead the parade down Four Mile Run Drive with antique cars wedged in the middle and two Arlington County fire engines, with sirens blaring, bookending the rear.
Stand Up and Be Counted in Arlington
Arlington’s Census Palooza II hosts tables at Barcroft Apartments, Buckingham Gates of Ballston Community Center and Green Valley Charles Drew Community Center on Saturday, Sept. 12.
Responding in Reston to Hate Crimes
Rainbow and Black Lives Matter flags fly at Reston Church; surveillance camera installed.
"Beacon of hope to those who drive by. A demonstrated symbol of our commitment to justice and welcome."
Opinion: Commentary: The House at the Half
The House of Delegates is probably half-way through its virtual Special Session.
Downtown Herndon Real Estate Focus of Closed Door Session
Possible sign of pending land sale for Downtown Redevelopment Project.
After the Herndon Town Council adopted its Continuity of Government Ordinance on March 24 which allowed it to operate during the state of emergency due to COVID-19 and do so in a streamlined manner, Council could not discuss and act on matters such as zoning, planning, development and the Heritage Preservation Review Board Handbook.
Vienna Police Highlights Sept. 4 – Sept. 10, 2020
The following summary contains various incidents of general interest as well as vehicular crashes handled by the Town of Vienna, Virginia Police Department from Sept. 4 – Sept. 10, 2020.
League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area to Host 10th District Candidate Forum
The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area invites you to join its U.S. House of Representatives – Virginia 10th District Candidate Forum, to be held online on Monday, Oct. 5 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Rotary of Great Falls Named Top Achiever
Rotary District 7610 recently named the Rotary of Great Falls as one of its top achievers for 2019-2020.
Izumi Sushi of Great Falls Reflects on Economic, Cultural Challenges of 2020
The restaurant, which serves Japanese and Chinese cuisine, is cautiously resuming its services.
Victoria Li, a senior at Langley High School, has grown up along with Izumi Sushi in Great Falls.
Senior Living Homes Adjust to New Normal
Seniors and their loved ones, aware of the high risk of COVID-19, have been devising ways to safely stay connected.
Tyler Przybylek’s wife, Marilyn, is a resident of Great Falls Assisted Living (GFAL), a dementia-care senior living community.
Restaurant of the Week: Belle Haven Pizzeria & Custard Shack
Belle Haven Pizzeria & Custard Shack is a locally owned restaurant dedicated to using the freshest, local ingredients and providing outstanding service.
‘The Need Continues’ in Mount Vernon
Backpacks, school supplies distributed to families in need.
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Chief John Butler was among the volunteers at Penn Daw Fire Station 11 Aug. 31 to distribute more than 1,100 backpacks filled with school supplies for families in need throughout the county.
Expert Aerialists Brighten Our Waterways
“Devil’s Darning Needles”
They flit, they zoom, they patrol, they shimmer in the sun.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: The Death of a Tree
On Monday, Sept. 2, an “ Eco City” and one designated as “Tree City”, along with Alexandria Public Schools, had a beautiful old oak tree cut down in order to make room for a concession stand at the new TC Williams stadium.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Char McCargo Bah: Engaging and Captivating
I would like to commend Char McCargo Bah for the beautiful article she wrote on my grandfather, Wilmer B. Henry.
Senior Academy Fall Session Is Going Virtual
Registration is opened for October sessions.
Senior Services of Alexandria is hosting its Fall Senior Academy virtually via zoom in October.
For Seniors, It’s Their Last First Day at T.C.
Outdoors, some almost-normal activities allow seniors to celebrate the last time they will have the first day of high school, albeit with masks and distancing.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘Let it Be’: In Support of T.C. Williams
I am writing to comment on this misguided effort to change the name of T.C. Williams High School.
Sweet Surprise: Del Ray Celebrates Ryan Bailey’s 31st Birthday.
The Del Ray community turned out for one of its own Aug. 30 to hold a surprise drive-by celebration in honor of Ryan Bailey’s 31st birthday.