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An Election about Elections

Voters to determine how redistricting works next year.

When Republicans were in charge of drawing political boundaries for the General Assembly and Congress, Democrats supported an amendment to the Virginia Constitution creating a new mapmaking commission. The idea was to take the power of political gerrymandering out of the hands of the majority and hand it over to a group that wouldn’t be quite so focused on screwing the opposition. But then Democrats seized control of the General Assembly, and most House Democrats flip flopped on the issue.

Commentary: Resurrection: A Cautionary Tale

Churches doing affordable housing not a sign of social health.

Westfield's Improv Team Wins Event and Trophy

Westfield's Improv Team Wins Event and Trophy

Westfield's Improv Team Wins Event and Trophy

Westfield's Improv Team Wins Event and Trophy

Fairfax: Artful Living Event to Benefit Families in Need

Fairfax-based nonprofit Our Daily Bread (ODB) invites the public to attend a special evening of art, wine and strengthening community in association with the Fairfax Spotlight on the Arts Festival to benefit the families it serves in the Fairfax County area who are working toward financial self-sufficiency.

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Board Approves New Boundaries over Parents' Objections

Neighbors Urge Move to Drew

Nauck residents say time has come for return to local school. But current Drew parents fear they will be pushed out.

Neighbors Urge Move to Drew

‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Potomac Falls

‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Potomac Falls

Gerry Hyland, Mount Vernon District Supervisor

Gerry Hyland, Mount Vernon District Supervisor

Great Falls Decorator Charged

Bernard Rawlings of McLean Faces Eight Counts of Embezzlement

Great Falls Decorator Charged

Faith

Saint Hildegard's Church

Faith

Arlington: Health Initiative Focuses on Veterans

Teaching health-care providers to ask about patients’ military backgrounds.

Chamberlain College of Nursing in Arlington co-sponsored a veteran’s health awareness campaign last month, shedding light on health issues that more prominently affect veterans than the average civilian.

Editorial: Every Vote in Virginia Will Count

Top presidential donor zip codes in this area show Virginia is purple; Romney or Obama to be decided on Election Day.

If you wonder if presidential politics really matters in this area, consider that Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland hold some of the top zip codes for contributions to the two major party candidates.

Fairfax County Police Chief Resigns

Praised by many, Roessler also faced criticism and calls for resignation

Police Chief Edwin C. Roessler Jr. announced his resignation last week, effective February 2021.

Herndon Town Council Hears Day-Labor Update

Council members review latest day-labor site actions, discuss downtown redevelopment proposal.

Herndon Town Council Hears Day-Labor Update

FISH Honors Peggy LeReche

Peggy LeReche of Herndon, administrative assistant at Dominion, was honored as one of the outstanding volunteers at FISH (Friendly Instant Sympathetic Help).

Letter to the Editor: Budget’s Effect On Officers

I am Sean McGowan, executive director of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association. I am a retired Alexandria police officer, having served 25 years in the department.