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Mask Rules on the Mount Vernon Trail
Many wear masks on the trail regardless.
The rules about wearing masks to prevent the spread of Covid-19 indicate that if you are outdoors and practicing social distancing, things are relatively safe.
Burke Gems & Beads in a Business of Beauty
After seven years, local bead artists have found a niche.
Burke bead shop.
Springfield BridgeWalk Highlights Community Spirit
Neighbors, Military come together in an annual event that’s ‘getting better every year.’
As the group of Springfield residents, Fort Belvoir troops, cheerleaders and dogs on leashes crested the rise on the Springfield Veteran’s Bridge, the annual BridgeWalk event was all about community, just as it has for the 15 years the walk has taken place.
Fence Removed in Mount Vernon, Opening Opportunities
Residents now have a shorter walk to stores and future county training facility.
Fence taken down
Hunger Is Closer Than You Think
Food For Neighbors celebrates Its seventh anniversary and over 425,000 pounds of donations
Food
Mount Vernon Guitarist Delves on Life’s Challenges
Singer-songwriter climbing the musician’s ladder.
MV Singer
Blast from the Past: Time Capsules
These historical preservation tidbits are popping up everywhere.
Time Capsules
School Supply Drive in Two Phases This Year?
Home schooling may be the only way this year.
School Supply Drive
Northam: ‘Time to Legalize Marijuana’
Virginia looking to be the first state in the South with legalized marijuana.
Marijuana Legalization is a Goal of the Governor
Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail Keep Rolling
Kind words shared online fuel their efforts.
MV Trail
Songwriter in Springfield Has an Ear for Lyrics
Retired scientist creates songs with an upbeat sound to drown the negatives.
Songwriter
New Fire Station Gives Firefighters an Edge in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon station has bigger bays and quarters in a rapidly growing area.
New Fire Station
Rock the ‘70’s Metal Scene with Black Sabbitch
The all-female Black Sabbath: Four women rocking the metal band’s sound and energy.
Black Sabbitch
NVTA Looks at Post-Pandemic Transportation
Survey results tabulated as part of ‘TransAction,’ plan, with biking and walking in the forefront.
Transportation
Coyotes Spotted in All Parts of Fairfax County
Seldom seen, coyotes have been living next to people for a long time.
Coyotes
Texas Donuts Opening in Lorton
The bigger than usual donuts will be the main draw.
Texas Donuts in Lorton
Last Call is Tearful for Many at Moe’s Peyton Place
Springfield institution closes to the surprise of many.
Moe's Peyton Place
Everyone’s Feeling the Cold Temps in April in Springfield
Those in the plant industry are taking steps to protect the crop.
Cold April