Saving Elephants Connects Locally
Elephant awareness is the message at wine store in Belle View.
Save the Elephants event
From Seattle to Virginia by Bike
Mount Vernon Trail was part of this cyclist’s journey.
Mount Vernon Trail was part of this cyclist’s journey from Seattle.
Enjoying National Night Out in Mount Vernon
Annual event brings police, neighbors together.
National Night Out in Hollin Hall
Reptiles from Near and Far Star in the Pohick Library Event
Snakes, lizards and turtles dominated the afternoon.
Reptile show at library in Springfield
National Night Out Breaks Down Barriers
This year’s event wrestles with thunder and lightning.
National Night Out in Springfield
Restaurant Space Now Houses Arlington Art Alliance
Converting the eatery was an inside job as spouses brought their toolboxes and skills.
White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway
Price tag for renovations is over $17 million.
White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway
Talking and Knitting Go Far at The Yarn Barn
Problems solved, pizzas eaten and socks made in Burke shop.
Yarn Barn in Burke
Plans for Empty Lot Include Library, Maybe More
Multi-use facility could save the county money.
Land for Library and Possibly More County Facilities
Fallen Tree in Burke Claims the Life of Homeowner
The saturated soil might have played a role in the accident, toppling the enormous tree.
Tree Topples on House in Burke
The Sign of Times for Toys R Us
Toys R Us in Kingstowne goes the way of other big box stores in the area.
Toys R Us closes
Crunched-in Guardrails Spotlight Their Safety Features
Safety standards affect design.
Crunched-in Guardrails Spotlight Their Safety Features
Native American Speaker Highlights History, Fights Stereotypes
Karenne Wood gives a presentation for the Burke Historical Society.
Native American Speaker Highlights History, Fights Stereotypes
One Teen Killed, Two Injured in Fairfax Station Crash
Detectives believe speed, but not alcohol, was a factor in the crash.
Fatal crash on Fairfax Station Road
New Families in Marlan Forest Make the Parade
Mount Vernon community has its first Independence Day parade.
Having Fun at Government Center
JunkFood Kicks off the Evenings on the Ellipse.
Concerts at the Government Center
Enjoying Braddock Nights
Lake Accotink is the site of the Braddock Nights Concert Series this summer.
Lake Accotink is the site of the Braddock Nights Concert Series this summer.
New Families in Marlan Forest Make the Parade
Mount Vernon community has its first Independence Day parade.
Parade on Independence Day
Woody’s Ice Cream Still Packing them in After 20 Years
Family ice cream shop a mainstay in the City of Fairfax.
Woody’s Ice Cream Still Packing them in After 20 Years
Paving Reawakens Controversy
Some Frye Road residents seek fewer speed bumps.
Speed bumps on Frye Road
Finding Balance, in Life and Arts
Local artist Terry Angstrom went from teaching math to painting Italian architecture.
Local artist Terry Angstrom went from teaching math to painting Italian architecture.
Working and Exhibiting at Workhouse in Lorton
Fairfax fiber artist looks to quilts for artistic expression.
Ten Years of Community and Learning at Burke Centre Library
Library’s 10th anniversary event features a variety of entertainment.
Pedestrian Bridges Could Cross Braddock Road
Why does a millennial cross the road? To get to transit, perhaps.
Burke Road Plans Debated
Flood control, parking lot expansion and sidewalks are part of realignment discussion.
‘Barn to Bay Paddle’ Funds Alzheimer’s Research
Mount Vernon Resident takes on Canoeing Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s
Honest Soul Hosts Yogathon for Veterans
The 24-hour yoga extravaganza on Memorial Day weekend raises $10,000.
Grocery Store Planned for Fenced-Off Vacant Lot in Springfield
Lidl grocery store to revitalize central Springfield.
Despite Heavy Rains, Huntington Dodges Floodwaters
Levee under construction to address future flooding.
Bass Player for ‘Cracker’ Honed Musical Talents in Mount Vernon
Band headlines this year’s Celebrate Fairfax Show in June.
Some Oppose Plans for New Lorton Community Center
Homeowners bordering the park want open space to stay.
Honoring an Accident Victim, Scouts Break out the Garden Tools
Scouts give the triangular island at Sydenstricker Road and Old Keene Mill Road in Burke a makeover.
Upgrades for Mount Vernon Recreation Center
Modernization to the interior and parking are part of the plan.
Chasing the Dreams on Stage and in Life in Springfield
West Springfield High presents ‘Into the Woods.’
Campaign for Lake Accotink Goes On
Full house at Lake Braddock debates six options to save the lake.