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
Change May be in Store for Belle View Shopping Center
Plans being discussed for mixed use and a modern look.
Belle View Shopping Center
New Grocery Store Fills Vacant Lot in Springfield
Lidl offers options and new grocery philosophy.
Lidl opens in Springfield
Healing Journey Up Mount Kilimanjaro
Son’s life was honored by family group on a momentous journey to the top.
Up Mount Kilimanjaro
Pedestrian Safety is a Focus of Fairfax County Supervisors’ Efforts
The number of pedestrian fatalities in recent months raised concerns.
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Plans for Metropolitan Park Public Space Project
The planners in Arlington are asking for the public’s input on plans for Metropolitan Park Public Space Project at 1400 S. Eads St. & 501 15th St. S.
Metropolitan Park
Rustic Roads in the Area Get An Update
Preservation program highlights 20 more roads in Montgomery County.
Rustic Roads
New District Amenities and Suffragist Re-Enactors Highlighted the Mount Vernon Town Hall Meeting
Town Meeting
New Lucy Burns Museum in Lorton Highlights the Suffragists and Area History
Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.
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New Richmond Highway Designs Include Bus Rapid Transit System
Dedicated lanes will run down the center of Richmond Highway.
Bus Rapid Transit
New Heliport for the Fairfax County Police Helicopter is in the Works
Upgraded facility will address the safety and efficiency of this county asset.
Police Helicopter
Searching for a new Superintendent for Arlington Public Schools
Public asked to contribute views: what do you want in a new superintendent?
New Superintendent
History Surrounds the Newington Train Station Site
The waiting areas inside were segregated at one time.
Newington train station
New Lucy Burns Museum Highlights the Suffragists and Area History
Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.
Workhouse Museum
All-Night Graduation Parties Are Coming Fast
Fundraising plays a big part in bringing the whole thing to fruition.
Grad parties.
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Fairfax mother and her children act inspire others with the handmade items.
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Nuclear Reactor at Fort Belvoir is Going Away
Five-year project coming to dismantle and dispose of this lesser known feature of the base.
Nuclear plant at Belvoir
Golfing at Burke Lake Gets Seniors Out
The Burke Lake Seniors Golf Club is about more than just playing a round of golf.
Burke Seniors Golf Club
Columbia Pike Crews Got a Surprise After Looking Underground
Unexpected duct work will cost the county over $5 million
Columbia Pike roadwork