Mount Vernon: Pohick Church
During the Colonial period, Pohick Church was the congregation of many of our country's most prominent families, including the Washingtons, Masons and Fairfaxes.
Alexandria: Historic Sites
Some Historic Sites in Alexandria
Mount Vernon: Heavy Turnout Early
Chief election officer Doris McBryde said there were around 70 voters already in line at 6 a.m. when the polls opened at West Potomac High School.
Alexandria, Mount Vernon: Health Fair Serves Hundreds
After screenings, referrals for affordable treatment.
One volunteer dentist at the end of the Health Fair for the Uninsured on Saturday, Nov. 5 examined a young woman and discovered she had a growth on the side of her tongue. The doctor explained the significance, and referred her for a biopsy — right away. He may have saved her life.
Mount Vernon, Alexandria: A Time to Remember
Ceremony to honor local veterans.
The Friends of Rocky Versace will host the city’s 15th Annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center.
Alexandria, Mount Vernon: Shifting Gears
Bumpy road ahead for Capital Bikeshare expansion in Northern Virginia.
It takes a little over two hours to bike from downtown Washington D.C. to Reston. For the Capital Bikeshare, it’s a trip that’s taken six years.
Learning about Government
Webelos of Pack 602, all residents of Alexandria and in the Scouts’ Colonial District, National Capital Area Council, met Thursday, Nov. 3 with Alexandria Mayor Allison Silberberg in City Hall.
Spanish Galleon Visits
The center span of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge opens to allow the tall ship El Galeon to pass en route to the Alexandria City Marina during the evening hours of Nov. 8.
Supporting Wounded Warriors
American Legion and Old Dominion Boat Club lead fundraiser.
The Sons of the American Legion of Alexandria and Leesburg sponsored a fundraiser at the Old Dominion Boat Club on Nov. 6.
Sheriff’s Office Salutes Volunteers at Luncheon
More than 200 volunteers help the Sheriff’s Office deliver services to inmates and to the public, and the Sheriff's Office recently honored those volunteers with an appreciation luncheon.
Living Legends: The Project
Living Legends of Alexandria is an ongoing 501(c)(3) photo-documentary project to identify, honor and chronicle the people making current history in Alexandria.
Letter to the Editor: Rightful Heritage
Our Virginia forebears were the first English-speaking people who celebrated and established the custom of celebrating Thanksgiving annually on these shores.
Clinton and Kaine Carry Virginia, Trump Seizes Key Battlegrounds
Comstock, Connolly, Beyer re-elected; meals tax voted down; bonds voted up.
MEALS TAX referendum would have allowed Fairfax County supervisors to enact up to a four percent tax on prepared foods and beverages.
The Italian Place Brings Taste of Europe to Old Town
New shop has been labor of love for owner Adriana Penachio-Sifakis.
When it comes to international cuisine, Old Town is no slouch.
A Half Hour in the Life of a Vet — and a Dog
People At Work
"Gracie?" Dr. Sophia Chiang walks out into the waiting room at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital on Duke Street looking for a black lab.
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