Limiting Neck Restraints
Lawmakers negotiate behind closed doors on how to curb police use of chokeholds.
When lawmakers began their special session on criminal justice reform in August, hopes were high that the General Assembly would send the governor a bill that banned police from using chokeholds. But now that the protesters have gone home and the lawmakers have moved behind closed doors to negotiate in a secret closed-door conference committee, advocates for criminal-justice reform are worried about what will emerge in the conference report that will be presented to the House and Senate.
ArPets: Shopping at Twins Ace Hardware in Arlington
Twins Ace Hardware in Courthouse is neighborhood favorite for dogs and their humans
Most days, you can find a steady stream of enthusiastic four-legged customers lined up outside Twins Ace Hardware in Courthouse or scampering through the double glass doors.
McLean Activist and County Leader Dies
Lilla Richards served as County Supervisor, 1988-91.
Long-term McLean resident and two-term Dranesville District Supervisor (1988-91) Lilla McCutchen Richards, 81, died on Sept. 22 of congestive heart failure at The Jefferson, a retirement community in Arlington.
Opinion: Commentary: Lee District Welcomes You
On behalf of Fairfax County, and especially Lee District, I welcome you to our community.
Springfield and Burke Area Residents Discuss Life in a ‘Special Place’
Residents from the 1960s and on share their favorite things about living in Springfield and Burke.
Opinion: Commentary: Springfield District’s ‘Slice of Paradise’
Springfield District encompasses everything from the historic town of Clifton, to the bustling shops of Fair Oaks Mall, to miles of trails at beautiful Burke Lake Park.
Opinion: Commentary: Supervisor Welcomes You to the Braddock District
Dear Neighbor, It is an honor to welcome you to Fairfax County and the Braddock District!
Viewpoints: What are the Greatest Things About Living in the Springfield/Lorton/Clifton/Fairfax/Fairfax Station Area?
Viewpoints: What are the Greatest Things About Living in the Springfield/Lorton/Clifton/Fairfax/Fairfax Station Area?
Local Scouts Honor Distinguished Citizen
Local Scouts Honor Distinguished Citizen
New and Improved Is the Outlook for Parts of Mount Vernon
Everything from new apartments to the Embark Richmond Highway and Bus Rapid Transit are planned.
Things are moving along in Mount Vernon, despite the setbacks everyone has experienced in 2020 from the coronavirus and the economic crisis that persists.
Mount Vernon Lee Chamber Restaurant of the Week: Roy Rogers Restaurants
Burgers, fried chicken, and roast beef are all available at Roy Rogers Restaurants where real food with the best ingredients is served in a comfortable, enjoyable setting.
Opinion: Commentary: Welcome to the Mount Vernon District
Keep in touch with TEAM MVD (Mount Vernon District) to be in the know.
Welcome to the Mount Vernon District!
Mount Vernon Lee Chamber of Commerce Builds Community
Welcome to your new home in this community.
Mount Vernon Farmers Market Vendors Become Familiar ‘Locals’
They get up before dawn every Wednesday from May to December and load up tables, tents and boxes, crates and coolers filled with meats, baked goods, fruits, vegetables, plants and other wares.
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