The Lure of Kids’ Trout Fishing Day in Reston
Finding trout and family
Reston Association moved forward with its ever-popular Kids’ Trout Fishing Day, Saturday, March 20.
Express Services Open at Fairfax County Libraries
Patrons back to browsing the stacks
The Fairfax County Public Library (FCPL) reopened for interior Express services Monday, March 22.
The Passing of a Great Man – Colonel Marion “Barney” Barnwell
Colonel Marion “Barney” Barnwell, a longtime resident and community activist in the Mount Vernon District, passed suddenly last week and will be missed by the many people that he connected with and whose lives he touched.
Happy 90th Birthday, Charles Nelson
On March 11, it was official: Charles Nelson became a nonagenarian, celebrating his 90th birthday with family at his home in Alexandria.
The Other Alexandria: Passing The History On – Lois Diggs Davis
Many African American families in Alexandria have family ties back to the pre- and post-Civil War era. One of these families is the Diggs family.
Back in 2014, the City of Alexandria honored the descendants of the Freedmen’s Cemetery, located at Washington and Church Street.
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Transports 50 Cats
Rescue mission helps overwhelmed Texas shelters seeing a surge of surrendered pets
On Saturday, March 13, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) brought in 50 cats from eight individual animal shelters in Texas, still recovering from the devastating February snowstorms and subsequent power outages.
‘A Reminder of Our Sense of Community’ in Fairfax City
Fairfax High School students’ murals adorn Boulevard VI construction site
Multi-use development Boulevard VI is replacing the former Paul VI High School along Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax City.
Virginia State Candidates Seek Your Signature
With completion of the 2021 General Assembly session, the odd-year political election cycle is upon us in Virginia.
Students Shine in Art, Talent Show in Centreville
Students in the Upper School of Ad Fontes Academy in Centreville got to display their creative expertise during the school’s recent art and talent show.
ArPets: Lady Grantham of Arlington
Downton Abbey's elder Lady Grantham wouldn't likely be found discussing underwear under any circumstances.
Creating Healthy Mother-Daughter Relationships
Local authors and therapists offer thoughts and guidance.
As a middle school student, Sofie Jacobs was at times mocked by other girls for her fastidious study habits and the good grades she received as a result.
Spring Break? Please Take a Break in Montgomery County
Back to school just in time — for Spring Break?
The school system opened just in time – for students to take Spring Break.
Questions Surround the Coffer Family Cemetery
Local historian’s investigation delves into Coffer history in Burke Centre’s Woods Community.
Cemetery in Burke
Limited Engagement: DMV Connect Coming to Herndon
Service outreach program processes REAL IDs and other DMV transactions
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle's service outreach program called DMV Connect is coming to the Town of Herndon, thanks to the combined efforts of the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, the Town of Herndon and Herndon Town Councilmember Naila Alam.
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