The Other Alexandria: ‘Getting Ready to Cast My Vote’ – Cassie Reddick Whitmore
The 14th Amendment became law in 1919, making it possible for all adults to vote, but Virginia did not ratify the 19th Amendment until 1952.
Electrical Event Cause of Fairfax Station House Fire
On Saturday, Dec. 5, at 8:28 p.m., units from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and the City of Fairfax Fire Department were dispatched for a reported house fire in the 5400 block of Dranes Tavern Drive in the Fairfax Station area of Fairfax County.
Cappies Review: Threatening Lives of Others in COVID Time
Annandale High’s ‘Connections’ is a student-written-and-directed short film.
How many people does one teenager's negligence affect in the time of COVID?
‘Supporting American Legion, Youth and the Community’ in Fairfax City
Fairfax’s Post 177 plans renovation, homes and new Chilcott Field.
For decades, American Legion Post 177 has been an asset to the City of Fairfax.
Opinion: Commentary: Shop Local and Support Our Neighbors!
Just like every year, COVID-19 or not, the season of thanksgiving is followed by the season of giving.
Passing of Honored Park Volunteer Noted
Commander Richard E. Sargent USN (Retired), formerly of Springfield, died in hospice care in Madison Wisconsin on Nov. 28, 2020.
Former CEO of Technology Company Pleads Guilty to Investment Fraud Scheme
The former chief executive officer and co-founder of Trustify, Inc., a privately-held technology company founded in 2015 and based in Arlington, pleaded guilty last week to his involvement in a fraud scheme resulting in millions of dollars of losses to investors.
Opera NOVA Is Back on a High Note
Opera NOVA is back in operation after a nine-month hiatus due to the pandemic.
Arrest in 1991 Cold Case Rape Series
The Arlington County Police Department’s Cold Case Unit is announced the arrest of a suspect in a cold case rape series.
Vietnam Veterans Share Holiday Cheer in Northern Virginia
Vietnam Veterans of America Inc. Chapter 227 of Northern Virginia fulfilled their founding principle, “Never Again Will One Generation of Veterans Abandon Another,” by providing Holiday Cheer to military veterans, active duty personnel, and homeless families in several ways.
Golden Radish Awarded for Urban Gleaning in Arlington
Each year, Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture gives out the Golden Radish Award to a person, group or business that has made a significant contribution to advancing urban agriculture issues, policies, programs and enterprises in Arlington.
Arlington Police Investigate Discharge of a Firearm during Armed Robbery
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating an Armed Robbery and Attempted Malicious Wounding in the Fairlington neighborhood that took place on the evening of Dec. 5, 2020.
Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection Warns of Charity Scammers
The holiday season sees an increase in charitable donation drives.
Tradition and Jack Daniels Bless New Engine in Cabin John Park
CJPVFD dedicates new engine in honor of longtime chief, Jim Seavey Sr.
Saturday’s dedication of the new fire engine #710 at Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department was a combination of different and traditional.
Where to Give Locally in the Potomac Area
Local nonprofits need your help to help others for the holidays during the pandemic.
We list many kinds of nonprofits in and around Potomac: food banks, animal adoption, arts, environment, housing; find what appeals to you, and pitch in.
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