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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.
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Opera NOVA Is Back on a High Note
Opera NOVA is back in operation after a nine-month hiatus due to the pandemic.
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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.
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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.
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Sidewalk and Bike Trail Project Connects to Lee District Park
Spot improvement projects along Telegraph Road improve traffic flow.
Road project in Lee District
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First Female NFL Coach Got Her Start with the MV Majors
Mount Vernon native Callie Brownson is now a Cleveland Browns Coach
Female NFL Coach
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Absurd Leverage
Lawmakers to reconsider mandatory minimum for assaulting law enforcement
Earlier this year, lawmakers rejected a bill that would have ditched the mandatory minimum sentence for assaulting a law-enforcement officer. Now the General Assembly is about to consider the issue again.
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Opinion: Commentary: Prepping for the 2021 Session of the General Assembly
The 2021 General Assembly session is a month away and my staff and I are busy in preparation.
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Connecting People on Opposite Sides of Route 28
New Braddock/Walney Roads overpass links Chantilly and Centreville
It’s been a long time coming – but once again, drivers traveling from the Walney Road/Cabell’s Mill Drive intersection in Chantilly will be able to cross Route 28 to reach Braddock Road in Centreville.
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Poplar Tree Road Bridge Now Open
The Poplar Tree Road extension and bridge over Route 28 in Chantilly has just opened, connecting Walney and Stringfellow roads on the east side of Route 28 with Stonecroft Boulevard and Westfields Boulevard on the west side.
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National Park Foundation Hero Award for Sen. Warner
Award for his efforts to pass the Great American Outdoors Act
Monday, Dec. 7, at an outdoor and socially-distanced ceremony at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) was awarded the National Park Foundation’s Hero Award by Foundation President, Will Shafroth.
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Vienna Police Highlights: Nov. 25, 2020 – Dec. 3, 2020
Vienna Police Highlights: Nov. 25, 2020 – Dec. 3, 2020
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Great Falls’ 30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Santa's visit sparks the spirit of the season.
No way could Santa disappoint the children in Great Falls and miss the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting held this year on the Great Falls Village Centre Field on Sunday, Dec. 6.
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Opinion: Column: “Medican’t” Take It Anymore
The non-stop – or so it seems, television advertising letting all of us viewers know that the 2020 Medicare Open Enrollment window is about to slam shut is nearly over.
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The Buck Stops Here in Great Falls
Managed archery on private property for deer control
Landowners with any parcel size in Great Falls have the option to use archery hunting for deer management on their private property, directly addressing the cause of deer damage: too many deer.
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‘A Hard Year for Fundraising’ in Alexandria
Board of Lady Managers raises $30k for Inova Alexandria
The runway was dark this year as the Board of Lady Managers, known for its annual Fashion Show, Luncheon and Silent Auction, instead held what it billed as a “non-event,” raising $30,000 as part of an ongoing financial pledge to Inova Alexandria Hospital.
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Lyles-Crouch Student Andras Is Out of This World
For all those who hold a fascination with outer space, the chance to ask a question to an astronaut on the International Space Station is beyond their wildest dreams.
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Little Theatre of Alexandria Presents “A Christmas Carol”
During Covid-19, the show will be seen through live acting, animation, and virtual reality.
Continuing with its holiday tradition (with Covid-19 restrictions), the Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) is presenting Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol,” from Dec. 4-19, 2020 through live acting, animation, and virtual reality.
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Springfield, Lorton Crime and Public Safety Roundups
Springfield, Lorton Crime and Public Safety Roundups
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‘Nutcracker’ Returns Virtually
Special free broadcast of ‘The Nutcracker’ from Fairfax Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with the Fairfax Ballet and County Television
With performing arts venues and concert halls closed for live entertainment due to the COVID pandemic three Fairfax County institutions have developed a solution for those seeking Holiday entertainment.