Fairfax County: Planning Commission Delays Vote on Farm Alcohol Zoning Amendment
The Fairfax County Planning Commission has deferred action on a zoning ordinance amendment that would affect the establishment and expansion of farm breweries, distilleries and wineries in the county.
Fairfax: Educational program part of FACETS plan to prevent homelessness
On a weekday afternoon, young Fairfax resident Demetrius Dowling works independently on an extra math word problem. A few rows behind him, George Mason University senior and volunteer Rebecca Curtis spends time on a division problem with Yasir Abuelhassan, also from Dowling’s neighborhood.
Fairfax County: FCPS Testing Water Quality in Schools
Drinking water at 40 public schools in Fairfax County has been tested for safety, a release from FCPS said.
Fairfax County: School Board Formalizes Search for New Superintendent
Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) has been contracted by Fairfax County Public Schools to search for a new school system superintendent. Dr. Karen Garza announced on Sept. 19 she would be leaving that role to become president and CEO of the Columbus-based education organization Battelle for Kids.
Serving the Poor a Thanksgiving Meal in Alexandria
While many people will celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with family, others have no one to spend it with – much less a home-cooked Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings.
Preparing Thanksgiving Baskets in Alexandria
Preparing Thanksgiving Baskets in Alexandria
Alexandria: Cider City
Sipping cider’s history.
From hand-cranked wooden presses to the tab at an Old Town pub, hard cider has a long history in Alexandria.
Alexandria: North Ridge Annual Community Tree Sale
The North Ridge Citizens Association has teamed up for more than 25 years with Almost Heavenly Christmas Trees to bring fresh trees for the community’s Annual Community Christmas Tree Sale.
Community Tribute for Mount Vernon Police, Fire, and EMTs
Honoring Mount Vernon, Franconia and Fort Belvoir public safety personnel.
Officers from the Mount Vernon and Franconia Police Stations — along with first responders from the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department and their counterparts on Fort Belvoir — were recognized at the 9th Annual Police & Fire Fighters Tribute on Friday, Nov. 18, at the Hilton Springfield Hotel.
Suspect in Mount Vernon Arson Sought
As the investigation into the arson and malicious wounding from Saturday, Nov. 19 continues, detectives are still looking for the suspect, Lewis Edward Reeder.
Mount Vernon Crime Report
The following incidents were reported by the Mount Vernon District Police Station.
Pedestrian Dies in Collision in Mount Vernon
Officers responded to the report of a pedestrian that was struck near the intersection of Richmond Highway and Belfield Road on Saturday, Nov. 12, shortly after 7:30 p.m.
Capitol Steps Benefit for UCM of Mount Vernon Raises Over $75,000
The Capitol Steps Benefit for UCM raised more than $75,000 on Nov. 13 in the Madison Auditorium at the US Patent & Trademark Office.
Honoring Veterans in Mount Vernon
More than 750 students at Waynewood Elementary School gathered in front of the school to honor veterans as part of a Veterans Day celebration.
Capturing Complexity in Paint in Mount Vernon
The Montebello condominium community on Route 1 is hosting an art show that opened Nov. 19 and runs through Jan. 5.
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