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Fairfax County School Board Member’s Post Fosters Heated Reactions

Amid division, voices seek to be heard.

With Ramadan's ending on May 13 and on May 14, Fairfax County School Board Member Abrar Omeish posted what some considered controversial statements on her Twitter and Facebook accounts.

Abrar Omeish, Fairfax County School Board Member (At Large) speaks without notes during the FCPS …

Montgomery County Asks WMATA to Rename White Flint Metro Station to ‘North Bethesda Metro Station’

Last week, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich submitted a letter to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) requesting the renaming of the White Flint Metro Station to the “North Bethesda Metro Station.”

Montgomery County to Move Forward with Full Reopening on May 28

On Monday, May 17, Dr. Travis Gayles notified Montgomery County Council that 60 percent of residents have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, which automatically started phase two of reopening.

Last Minute Concert in Bethesda to Celebrate Lifting of Covid Restrictions

A last-minute live concert in celebration of the lifting of restrictions in Montgomery County in accordance with the CDC guidelines will feature members of the Pressenda Chamber Players, Ensemble-in-Residence at the Washington Conservatory of Music.

Safety Net Foster Program at Montgomery County Office of Animal Services Aims to Keep Families Together

The Montgomery County Office of Animal Services has launched their Safety Net Foster program to help pet owners here.

More Accountability for Montgomery County Police Through Body Cameras

Council President Tom Hucker introduced legislation that would amend the existing internal affairs procedures and reporting requirements of the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).

Montgomery County ‘Keeping It Safe Coalition’ Announces Student Video Contest Winners; Churchill Students Win Second and Third Place

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services and the Montgomery County Police Department announced the high school and middle school winners of the 2020-21 “Keeping it Safe Coalition” (KIS) student video contest.

Montgomery County Council Reaches Preliminary Agreement on FY22 Operating Budget and FY21-26 Capital Improvements Program Focusing on Recovery

Working Families Income Supplement doubles the state’s tax refund to provide direct support to the County’s working families, funding expanded for nonprofits and enhanced services for residents and keeps the County's effective property tax rate flat with $692 property tax credit for homeowners.

Knock Your Stalks Off in Alexandria

Community gardens grow in popularity.

With warmer temperatures settling in across the region, gardeners have taken to the outdoors, with community gardens growing in popularity across the city.

Undaunted Valor: Story of Rocky Versace Unveiled on Armed Forces Day

With less than two weeks remaining in his second tour of duty, Rocky Versace was looking forward to returning home to Alexandria.

Appetite: Old Ice House Gets New Life in Alexandria with Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats

Summertime is about to get a lot sweeter.

Mount Vernon at Home Turns 15

Virtual Gala to be held May 27

Fifteen years ago, as she contemplated retirement, Mary Carroll Potter envisioned her future.

The Other Alexandria: The Other History of Fishtown – Dogan Family

The weather in May of 1861 was cooler than usual and that affected many of the outside businesses in Alexandria; this was especially true with the Fish Wharf.

Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Assists Dozens of Families at First Community Wellness Event

On Saturday, May 15, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) hosted its first, physically distant Pets & People Community Wellness Event at the Ruby Tucker Family Center.

‘Timeless Story of Friendship, Love and Growing Up’

Fairfax High Presents ‘Little Women, the Musical’

Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, “Little Women” describes the lives of the author and her sisters, growing up during Civil War America.

Showcasing Fairfax City’s Diverse Dining Scene

Restaurant Week is May 24 through May 31

More than 30 restaurants are participating in Fairfax City’s fourth annual Restaurant Week, which runs Monday, May 24, through Monday, May 31.

Graduating in Pandemic Time in Burke and Springfield

Area high schools’ graduates look forward to graduation ceremonies, all-night parties

After another school year impacted by COVID-19, John Lewis High School, West Springfield High School and Lake Braddock Secondary School are finding creative ways to celebrate their graduates, from dances to All-Night Grad Parties and graduation ceremonies.

‘Do the Right Things for the Right Reasons’ in Sully District

Meet Capt. Jason Allegra: Sully District police commander

Attending Old Dominion University, Jason Allegra followed in his brother’s footsteps by majoring in criminal justice.

Drive Through Ceremony in Arlington Celebrates College-Bound

Thirty-one high school students sporting the T-shirt of their chosen college were cheered on, cowbells ringing, by family and friends on Friday, May 14 in a drive through signing ceremony by the Rinker Community Center.

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