Four Road Projects Move Forward in Transportation Approval Chain in Fairfax County
Road projects are spread throughout County.
Transportation in Fairfax County got a boost lately when the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority moved forward on four projects in the county that are designed to help traffic congestion.
A Call to Save North Fork of Accotink Creek
Local Audubon Naturalist Society does not like development slated for privately owned land.
Development in Fairfax
Hundreds Come Out to Fight Racism and Police Brutality
Mount Vernon was ground zero for the latest incident involving Fairfax County Police.
Protest march
In Fairfax County, Adopt-A-Road is a Hit
County has highest participation in Virginia.
With everyone concentrating on social distancing these days, the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Adopt-A-Highway is a possible option to clean the roadsides, get some sun, and practice social distancing while doing a good deed.
Springfield Town Center Reopens
The center is using all precautions in the midst of the pandemic.
Springfield Town Center
Outdoor Concert On a Mount Vernon Community Street
Barclay Brass ensemble hammers out tunes for the neighborhood.
outdoor concert
Park Goers Take Advantage of Openings on Memorial Day Weekend
At parks along the Parkway, many enjoyed the sunshine as relief from the quarantine days.
Parks open in Mount Vernon
Park Goers Return to Burke Lake Park
Locals dotted the spaces on Memorial Day weekend as relief from the quarantine days.
Park opens Memorial Day
Orange Line Stations Closing All Summer
Metro’s platform project continues; riders urged to seek other routes.
Last summer it was the blue line’s turn; this summer it’s the orange line stations closing, part of WMATA’s Platform Improvement Project. The Vienna, Dunn Loring, and both East and West Falls Church Metro Stations, as well as all Silver Line service, will be closed from May 23 through Sept. 7, WMATA said. West Falls Church Metro Station will remain open as both Silver and Orange Line trains can pass through the closed stations but will not stop at them.
New Mayor to Work for #OneVienna
Linda Jane Colbert grew up in Vienna and looks at her new position as an opportunity for all.
In a local election last week, Vienna now has a new mayor, Linda Colbert, who has deep roots in the town and a few goals in mind that surround her campaign slogan of “#OneVienna.”
Burke Community on Parade for Veteran’s 100th Birthday
Lots of honks, waves and social distancing.
100 Birthday
Stay-at-Home Order Allows More Time for Road Construction in Virginia
When traffic is down, the crews extend time with lane closures, resulting in project progress.
The quarantine that seems to have no end is having some positive impacts. With most businesses closed and most people staying home most of the time, rush hours have been minimal, gas use is down, local streets are becoming the roads less traveled. For road crews, this is time to pick up the pace.
Front Line Medical Staff Get New Tennis Shoes
Local athletic shoe companies donate special shoes to medical staff Impacted by COVID-19.
New shoes for medical workers.
Litter Trap Installed on Little Hunting Creek
Pilot program conducted on an area creek suffering from trash infestation.
Litter Trap
Mount Vernon Farmers Market To Open in May
It could pave the way for more as the county could gradually reopen.
Some Farmers Markets to open in May
Creek Plan in Hollin Hills Generates Push Back
Some residents say County plan is unnecessary and expensive.
Hollin Hills creeks
Parade for Mac McConnell’s 99th Birthday
Social distancing in place, but the smiles prevailed.
birthday
Reston, Mount Vernon and Burke Farmers Markets to Open in May
It could pave the way for more as county gradually reopens.
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Catfish Fry Feeds Many in Gum Springs
The lot at the Greater Morning Star Apostolic Church is busy on Sundays.
Catfish meal in Mount Vernon.
Chick-fil-A Coming to Kingstowne, Sooner or Later
Spot is picked but public meetings and COVID-19 are obstacles.
Kingstowne Chick-fil-A
Keeping an Eye on Accotink Creek
‘Transform 66,’ construction stirring the silt pot in Fairfax.
Accotink Creek
Chef Andres’ World Central Kitchen Feeding Hundreds in Mount Vernon
In the pandemic, need for food is great around Rising Hope United Methodist Church
Chef Andres
A Former Lake Braddock Bruin Now on Hollywood’s Red Carpets
Emily Peachey, class of 2009, is making movies and a name as an actress.
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Time Warp Along Telegraph Goes from Revolutionary Sites to Civil War
Part three of the Telegraph Road series goes to the edge of Alexandria.
Telegraph Road, part 3
Keeping the Chamber Boat Afloat in Northern Virginia
Various Chambers of Commerce are helping members to get through the pandemic.
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A Burning Barn was Part of Hayfield Farm’s Past
The second of three articles exploring historic Telegraph Road in southern Fairfax County.
Hayfield Farm
Kaiser Permanente is Expanding in Springfield
Nearby transportation options make the town center location accessible.
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Mount Air Estate Housed Yankees, Rebels and Railroad Builders
The first of three articles exploring historic Telegraph Road in southern Fairfax County.
Telegraph Road
Auto Train Still Chugging Along in Lorton
Amtrak’s service is the only of its kind in the nation.
Amtrak’s auto train
COVID-19 Puts Some Into a Time of Need
Area charity organizations are ready to lend a helping hand; donations needed.
Charities
‘Big Ideas’ Sought for Occoquan Park
Additional land open for a park element that would attract tourism.
Occoquan Park
Neon Green Creek Waters Alarm Mount Vernon Residents
Friends of Dyke Marsh were quick to respond.
Dyke Marsh
Schools Open Doors for Breakfast and Lunch
During the extended closure due to the coronavirus, county schools offer meals.
School lunch during virus
Electricity Blamed for Many House Fires in Fairfax County
Safety precautions can be taken before tragedy strikes.
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Virginia House Passes Bike, Pedestrian and Driver Bills Aimed at Safety
New Assembly makeup allows for more safety legislation.
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Springfield TAGS Circulator Bus Might be on Budget Chopping Block
Local commuter icon possibly going away.
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Local Resident Moonlights as a Floating Trash Picker
Cleaning up the Potomac got Joe Wright international recognition.
SUPGarbageman
Construction on New Fire Station has Begun
New facility will be modern and energy efficient.
New Fire Station Coming
Fairfax County Plans at Little Hunting Creek Upset New Homeowner
Plans weren’t disclosed at the time of purchase, he said.
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South Fairfax County Stalker Caught on Doorbell Camera
Technology around the Newington neighborhood is valuable in this case.
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Saratoga Starbucks Will Soon Relocate
Separate building in the same shoping center will have more room for coffee and conversation.
Saratoga Starbucks is moving soon
