Fort Hunt as WWII POW Camp Captures Alexandria’s Interest
This story by Christopher Ulrich appeared in August, 1985
Beyer Introduces Legislation to Support Older Workers
Beyer Introduces Legislation to Support Older Workers
Route 28 and Route 29 Interchange Ramps Nighttime Closures
July 31, Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8; detours in place during ramp paving.
Weather permitting, the Route 28 (Sully Road/Centreville Road) and Route 29 interchange ramps will have nighttime closures Wednesday night, July 31; Thursday night, Aug. 1 and Sunday night, Aug. 4 through Thursday night, Aug. 8 between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. each night for paving, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.
12.5 Percent Fare Hike Hits Fairfax Connector Riders July 29
On Monday, July 29, fare increases for riding the Fairfax Connector began. Riders will pay 12.5 percent more.
Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison
Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.
Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.
Fairfax County Expands Eligibility for Homeownership Program
On Tuesday, July 16, the Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the county’s Comprehensive Plan aimed at expanding affordable home ownership opportunities.
Fairfax County's Thriving Business Scene
New openings and community impact.
Fairfax County has seen a wave of new businesses opening their doors in recent months, each bringing unique offerings and vibrant energy to the community.
United Community Needs 75 Gift Cards
The start of the new school year is just around the corner with Fairfax County Public Schools beginning on Aug. 19.
‘The Lost Weekend’
Local gallery hosts Lennon exhibit.
Members of the Alexandria Rotary Club were special guests July 19 at the Nepenthe Gallery for an exhibit by photographer May Pang, who showcased her candid photographs of John Lennon.
Local Audubon Chapter Drops ‘Audubon’ from Name
Now the Northern Virginia Bird Alliance, still a chapter of the National Audubon Society.
Local Audubon Chapter Drops ‘Audubon’ from Name
LTA opens 90th anniversary season with award-winning musical 'Memphis'
LTA opens 90th anniversary season with award-winning musical.
Teen Arrested in Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Saturday night, July 20, around 10:35 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Lorton Road and Timarand Drive in Lorton for a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle.
School Board Changes Boundary Policy
Changes to boundary policy emphasize capacity, removes concern for impact on students.
Poised to observe its annual summer recess from July 19 to Aug. 19, 2024, during its meeting on the evening of July 18, the Fairfax School Board voted 9 to 2 on the main motion that the School Board amend Policy 8130 on Local School Boundaries, Program Assignments, and School Closings, as amended and detailed in the agenda item attachment.