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Herndon PD Offers Teen Summer Program
Youth Academy gives an inside look at police life.
Teens who have wondered what it is like to be in a police officers shoes: this is the summer program for you.
New Laws Take Effect July 1
New laws July 1st
Angelika Theater Hosts International Film Festival in Fairfax City
The NOVA Festival will take place over two weeks, from April 1 to April 14.
McLean: Fighting Invasives, One Volunteer at a Time
Learn how to identify invasives, to eradicate invasives, and to get involved.
Opinion: Commentary: Where Should the NVTA Spend $500 Million of Your Money?
Now is the time to help direct transportation funds to our community.
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Appetite: Thai Signature Wants to Leave Its Mark on King Street in Alexandria
Nestled in the heart of King Street, there’s a new Thai flavor coming to town.
Appetite: This Alexandria Restaurant Week Gives New Meaning to “In-House”
While indoor dining has been curtailed in many restaurants due to social distancing requirements, this summer’s festival of local food is moving to another exclusive locale: Your home.
Area High Schoolers Launch ‘Rockfish Gap’
Original podcast series produced for current social distancing days
Even during these stressful times of COVID-19, the theater adage “the show must go on” remains true.
Senior Law Day 2020 Goes Virtual
“Should I Stay or Should I Go: Housing Options As We Age”
As families around the globe struggle with issues caused by the spread of Covid-19, our seniors continue to face important financial and emotional decisions affecting their housing options.
Opinion: Commentary: Physical Activity Important in Virtual Learning
By integrating creative and sustainable practices and programs into the school day, kids feel better, focus better and learn better.
The decision to remain 100 percent virtual as Alexandria City Public School resumes wasn’t surprising, but the official announcement was still a jolt.
Paving the Way in Alexandria
Memorial Walkway celebrates legacy of Parker-Gray School.
The 100th anniversary of the founding of Parker-Gray School, for decades the lone place of education for Alexandria’s African American community, was celebrated Oct. 24 with the dedication of a brick Memorial Walkway on the grounds of its original site at the Charles Houston Recreation Center.
Virginia Study of Plant Invaders Set
Del. Bulova’s resolution on control of invasive plant species unanimously passes both House and Senate by voice vote
Ecologists advise that invasive plant species grow at the expense of our ecosystem and our pocketbooks.
Tree Planting Ceremony Held in Herndon
Arbor Day Foundation Program recognizes the Town of Herndon as a Tree City USA community and recipient of the tree Growth Award
The Town of Herndon hosted its 32nd Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony on the Town Hall Square, Saturday, April 17.
Best Bet: A Reservation in Chantilly
Restaurant Review: Lazy Dog
A fake paw print on tables and at least one photo of a cheerful Retriever will beckon all the dog lovers in the Chantilly area.
‘Fairfax Rotary Club Helps Community Thrive’
Group honored by Gerry Connolly and City schools
U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11) recently honored The Rotary Club of Fairfax for its support of City of Fairfax schools.
ArPets: Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation Awarded Grant to Make More Space for Animals in Need
In a world crawling with millions (and millions) of homeless animals, the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation (LDCRF) is on a vital mission: to spare as many possible dogs and cats from suffering and unnecessary euthanasia.
Play Ball! in Alexandria
Aces return as Fannon takes ownership
Summer baseball is back as the Alexandria Aces return for their 13th season as part of the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League.

