Arlington NAACP Opposes Dismissal of Human Rights Commissioners
The NAACP Arlington Branch strongly opposes the Arlington County Board’s dismissal of the Human Rights Commissioners and the proposed changes to the Human Rights Ordinance which would scale back the Commission’s oversight of employment discrimination and authority to act on alleged human rights violations.
Celebration of Women’s Equality Day 2024
Workhouse Arts Center marks suffrage anniversary
Women’s Equality Day, celebrated every year, officially on Aug. 26, marks the granting of women’s right to vote, enshrined in the U.S. Constitution by the 19th Amendment in 1920.
Preparing For Another Tough Budget Season
Could data centers, meals tax, or Tysons casino help out?
County supervisors are aware of the “projected shortfall based on identified county needs and equal schools growth” of $363.63 million for FY 2026. This was forecast at the Nov. 28, 2023 Budget Policy Committee Meeting and stated in the Multi-Year Budget – FY 2025 and FY 2026.
Shepherd’s Center Seeks Volunteer Drivers
Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church (SCMAFC), an all-volunteer organization, is seeking additional volunteers to support its mission of providing free transportation to seniors for medical and dental appointments or run errands to grocery stores and pharmacies.
“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Great Falls Studios Holds Online Art Auction This Week.
Funds raised support Studio Tour 2024
Great Falls Studios Holds Online Art Auction This Week.
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Fairfax City Summer Restaurant Week is Sept. 2-8.
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Commuting Center in Springfield Set to Open This Fall
Commuting Center in Springfield Set to Open This Fall
Senior Center Rallied Around Wild West Party and Herralink
Herralink connects high-school students with residents in retirement homes.
Herralink connects high-school students with residents in retirement homes.
Local Youth Land Bronze in Fly Fishing
WSHS grad won a fishing medal from Youth Fly Fishing World Championships.
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Lamb Work Turns Heads in Springfield
Sheep crew keeps invasive plants at bay
Sheep crew keeps invasive plants at bay
Rotary Banner Quilt Preserves Memory of Fellowships
An inspiration for future Rotarians.
An inspiration for future Rotarians.
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
Fairfax City restaurant offers upscale Central and South American food
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
New Grant Opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs
Fairfax City wants to help its female business owners.
Fairfax City wants to help its female business owners.
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Man Convicted for Springfield Mail Theft Ring
Man Convicted for Springfield Mail Theft Ring
10th Anniversary Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial
10th Anniversary Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial