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Another Look at Proposals
County staff, nominators discuss changes to Comprehensive Plan.
Another Look at Proposals
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Most Dogs Are Leashed
Majority of C&O Canal visitors obey dog-leash regulations; exceptions cause problems.
Most Dogs Are Leashed
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Trucks Hazardous on Georgetown Pike
Supervisor DuBois seeks cut-through truck restrictions on dangerous section of Pike.
Trucks Hazardous on Georgetown Pike
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‘I’m Afraid We’re Preaching to the Choir’
Parents of high-schoolers hope community will be realistic and open in dealing with teens driving.
‘I’m Afraid We’re Preaching to the Choir’
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Trucks Hazardous on the Pike
Supervisor DuBois seeks cut-through traffic restrictions on a section of Georgetown Pike.
Trucks Hazardous on the Pike
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Raise May Not Be Enough to Keep Officers in Arlington
Public safety officials say they could lose firefighters and police to neighboring jurisdictions.
Raise May Not Be Enough to Keep Officers in Arlington
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Whitman Attempting To Fill Ceccone’s Scoring Void
Vikings struggle offensively during loss to Walter Johnson.
With leading scorer Angelica Ceccone sidelined for nearly a month — and possibly for the remainder of the season — due to lingering effects of a knee injury suffered last season, Whitman has relied on a committee approach for picking up the offensive slack. On Friday, however, the Vikings didn’t have a player score more than six points as Whitman produced its lowest offensive output of the season.
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The Brainy Bunch
Alexandria teams head to national trivia championships.
Which U.S. president took early morning swims in the Potomac River? What were “poulaines” used to indicate in medieval Europe? What are the 10 least grossing Eddie Murphy movies?
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No More Hiding Under Desks
The County’s Code Blue Shelter-In Place program addresses concerns of a modern age.
No More Hiding Under Desks
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Centreville: Local Woman Carries Special Olympics Torch
Centreville resident carries torch in Crystal City for Special Olympics World Games.
Alexis Guillett, 33, of Compton Village in Centreville had the thrill of her life when she got to participate in the Special Olympics Torch Run on May 28 in Crystal City.
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Edible Plants Provide Double Benefit: Unique Niche and Food
"Estoy listo para cortar este rama." Eduardo Santos calls down the 60- foot maple tree in an Arlington backyard to Tom Hayes who is waiting on the ground. Santos has tied himself off with a white safety rope. He is ready to begin sawing the big limbs and Hayes will grab the large branches as they are cut and lowered.
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Fairfax County Facing More Budget Strain
County Executive and FCPS Superintendent present adverse forecasts.
Days before the traditional loosening of belts for Thanksgiving, Fairfax County officials discussed the need for tightening theirs.
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Pleas for Services Increase Taxes
Council raises tax rate to fund services for seniors and schoolchildren.
Seniors will be able to keep their tax relief, and Engine 204 will remain at the city's Powhatan Park headquarters. But homeowners will see their tax bills going up once again. That's because members of the Alexandria City Council voted to increase the tax rate last week, adding $2 million to the budget proposal City Manager Rashad Young presented back in February.
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QB Holland Carries Titans to Victory
T.C. Williams wins shootout against Lee, 40-38.
T.C. Williams quarterback Darius Holland accounted for five touchdowns against Lee on Oct. 18.
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Alexandria: The Band Plays On
Students, parents, and teachers reflect on music camp experience before Friday’s concert.
On Friday, the George Washington Middle will host a student orchestra and jazz concert. For attendees, the concert will be a free hour of live music. But for the performers, the concert is the culmination of a week of practice and learning at the Alexandria City Public Schools’ music camp.
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Mission: Community Policing
Police, neighbors build trust; celebrate National Night Out.
National Night Out in Springfield
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Neighborhoods
Seminary Valley
Hammond Middle Schools 1, 2 and 3 started off the new school year with 454, 453 and 493, respectively. Polk Elementary has enrolled 642 students, and 586 students attend Patrick Henry. Remember to keep an eye out for the children as they walk to school; although some of the kids ride buses, many of our neighbors walk or ride their bikes to school, and they are often accompanied by parents and siblings.