
FCPS Signs with Sound Studio to Teach Music Production
Students now have musical options in technology.
West Potomac Academy
Viewpoints: What do you think about state officials lowering the speed limit on Richmond Highway in Mount Vernon?
Speed limit change

County Trails and Comradery Highlight Bike to Work 2023
Riders left with green tee shirts and granola bars.
BTW 2023

Richmond Highway Reduced Speed Limit Begins May 23
New 35 mph speed limit signs to be installed along approximately seven-mile stretch.
Speed limit

New Bridge Opens a Multi-Modal Venue in Mount Vernon
Bridge enables pedestrians and cyclists to safely cross Dogue Creek.
Bike Bridge

Something Country Caters to the Line Dance and Country Classics
Singer out of Mount Vernon influenced by Garth Brooks.
Something Country

Importance of Wetlands Highlighted at Huntley Meadows
Lessons highlighted at nature stations
Huntley Meadows
Local Mineral Water Producers Get a Boost
Susosu Water has natural minerals and shelf space at area grocers.
Susosu Water

Clutter Around the House is Worth Looking At
Brooks Palmer, the author, will give a talk about decluttering at the Richard Byrd library in Springfield on June 24th.
Clutter

Fort Hunt Alums Cheered Fellow Grad Outside 30 Rock in NYC
2018 road trip highlights included breakfast with alumnae Hoda Kotb and her co-star at the time, Savannah Guthrie.
Road Trip to NYC

Good Shepherd Partners with Amazon in Housing Quest
Capital Campaign, successful five-year program, coming to an end.
Good Shepherd

Expo Emphasizes Environmental Stewardship in Mount Vernon
Supervisor’s annual event at Fort Hunt Park grows every year.
Expo at Park

Friends of Mount Vernon Trail Recognized
Clipping kudzu, wrestling roots and batting bugs all part of the effort.
Friends of Trail

Area Experts Look at the Local Economy
Chamber gives some big-picture items cover NOVA as well.
Economy

Tysons Gets Another Option for Lunch Breaks
Honest Soul Yoga expands to the Boro.
Honest Soul Yoga expands to the Boro.

Comment Period Nears End for Bike-Ped Portion of Long Bridge
Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail are part of the discussion.
Long Bridge

Franconia Hospital Project Moves Forward
It’s the second addition planned at this intersection in the Franconia District.
New Hospital

Mental Health Crisis Snarls Traffic in Mount Vernon, ends Peacefully
Police respond on Tuesday at lunchtime, continued through Wednesday; and ended early Thursday morning.
Standoff in Mount Vernon

International Musician Brings Troupe to Workhouse
Award-winning percussionist Tom Teasley delivers multi-cultural sounds.
Workhouse musician

Ohio Derailment Highlights Rail Safety Locally
Could derailment with hazardous chemical spill happen here?
Rail mishaps

Student Art Planned for the Future BRT Stations
Public can vote on their favorites until April 3.
Artwork

Cereal Is Not Just for Breakfast
New food place in the Springfield Town Center is all about cereal.
New food place in the Springfield Town Center is all about cereal.

Redevelopment of Rose Hill Shopping Center Meets Opposition
There is even a coalition against it.
There is even a coalition against it.

Education Advocates Gather at Mount Vernon
Rally precedes hearing on Youngkin administration's proposed revised 2023 History and Social Science Standards of Learning.
Education rally

Local Government, Museum, Child Care and Police All in One
Ground breaking in Franconia for multi-use facility
Government center

Lack of Snow Leaves Some Hanging
Warm February leaves plows idle, salt domes full across county.
No Snow

Reservoir Planned for Current Quarry Site in Lorton
Fairfax Water will address future droughts.
Water Plans
Local Film Tackles a Health Issue in the Horror Genre
Filmmaker shot scenes in spots up and down Potomac River.
Local Indy Film

Undergrounding Utilities Eyed for Richmond Highway
Dominion customers might pay a few cents more each month to cover it.
Utilities Underground
Local Bike Group Expands to Meet Bicycling Demand
FABB brings on a variety of volunteer directors.
FABB

Nothing Like President’s Day at Mount Vernon
Crowds came out to celebrate the occasion.
President's Day

The Beat Goes on with "Daddy-O” Art Show
Workhouse Art Center’s show culminates with bongo and guitars on March 18.
Art at the Workhouse

Area Transportation Projects Are Focus of Chamber Meeting
Four projects planned for southern Fairfax County corridor.
Chamber meeting

Federal Property Up For Sale in Franconia
Past soil contaminations may require extensive efforts.
Real Estate

Valentine’s Day Is Short on Planning Ahead
Last Minute Valentine’s orders are par for the course in Mount Vernon
Valentine's Day Planning
Bunnyman Brewery To Open at Workhouse
Business model hopes to attract customers for art and local brew.
Brewery planned

Bulldozers Roll for New Government Complex in Franconia
When completed, there will be several entities in one location.
Ground clearing

Group Discussion Highlights Possible Remedies to Lee Chapel Road
Conference call with county, state and school officials, father of an accident victim and other parents.
Crash conference call
WETA Cameras Rolling in Three Mount Vernon Neighborhoods
Show highlights homes while the touring team guesses the selling price.
Real Estate Show

Local Park and Rec Center Renamed
Lee District Park sheds the connection with the Confederates.
Park name change

Fatal Crash on Lee Chapel Road Claims Two Students’ Lives
Steep hills are no stranger to fatalities in Fairfax Station.
Fatal crash in Fairfax Station

Rock Art Show Splashes Color in Mount Vernon
Nepenthe Gallery is hosting famous artworks from the Scooby Doo and Yellow Submarine days.
Beatles Art
Mount Vernon Sees a Lot in 2022
A few noteworthy events are a sample of the community growth.
2022 in Review

Horses and Cows Were Common around Mount Vernon
The Gazette was delivered on horseback at one point.
Horses

Traffic Safety Under the Microscope Once Again
Lusk’s Virtual Town Hall Meeting brings out VDOT, police
Traffic Meeting

Plants and Animals Center the Stage at Huntley Meadows
Park photo contest reveals the variety of species in this county park.
Photo Show
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