Our Very Necessary Insects in Mount Vernon
Advice: cut lawns in half, plant native plants and trees, remove invasive plants, minimize use of pesticides, reduce light pollution.
Insects
Long Lasting Pumpkins that Don’t Skimp on Style
Hand blown orbs are an elegant alternative to traditional pumpkins.
Pumpkins
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCH
Pumpkin
Storm Flooding Is Not Only a Risk for Coastal Areas
Homeowners everywhere eye flood insurance; measures to protect inland boats also recommended.
Floods
Documenting Butterflies
Volunteers fanned out across Northern Virginia to survey butterflies, part of the North American Butterfly Association’s nationwide count.
Butterflies are free to fly
Fun and Food at Fairfax Farmers Markets
Farmers Market
Crime Prevention and Business Safety in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon Lee Chamber members gathered together on Thursday, September 8, for the monthly Business Breakfast at Belle Haven Country Club. This month’s presentation focused on crime prevention and business safety.
Park Volunteers Awarded for Efforts Against Invasive Species
Their efforts are recognized with a Elly Doyle Park Service Award for 2022
Invasive species
Potomac Home Sales: July, 2022
In July, 2022, 58 Potomac homes sold between $3,500,000-$370,000.
In July, 2022, 58 Potomac homes sold between $3,500,000-$370,000.
Culinary Instruction Without Borders
Virtual platform takes Melanie Underwood from Fairfax farm to nationwide classroom.
It started with a pastry. Eight-year-old Melanie Underwood trudged through a grassy field in Northern Virginia in search of her father...
Video
- Understanding FCPS' Budget 393 comments
- McLean Family Restaurant 221 comments