Seniors Quilt Keeps History Alive
History is kept alive in many ways—through historical novels, ballads, folklore passed down through the generations. For one group of Arlington seniors, local history of the now closed Lee Center is being kept alive through the display of a quilt they pieced together in 2000.
The Tradition Goes On at Lyon Village
The usual red, white and blue banner is unfurled across the street and held aloft by many of the regulars at the beginning of the parade. GJ Carten, a long-time participant, remembers the Lyon Village picnic started in 1972, and the parade was added in 1980.
O’Leary to Lead Visit Alexandria
Tourism exec named new CEO of city’s destination marketing.
Todd O’Leary, a 27-year veteran of the travel and tourism industry, has been named the president and CEO of Visit Alexandria.
Alexandria Woman Sentenced To More Than 2 Years
An Alexandria woman was sentenced this week to two years and two months in prison for repeatedly submitting fraudulent health insurance claims and illegally collecting $128,748 in payments to which she was not entitled.
Refuge from the Searing Heat: Rising Hope Mission Church
Refuge from the Searing Heat: Rising Hope Mission Church
Heat Wave Grips the Area, Amplifies Heat Islands
Neighborhoods impacted by poverty and which have a high percentage of minority residents average several degrees hotter because of the absence of trees.
Heat
Town of Vienna Holds Naturalization Ceremony.
The door opens for dreams to come true.
Naturalization
More on Herndon/Comstock Redevelopment Project
Town Manager Ashton resigns.
Town Manager Ashton resigns.
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Helping People Become Healthy and Strong
Omni Wellness & Performance opens in Fairfax City.
Wellness
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