History Surrounds the Newington Train Station Site
The waiting areas inside were segregated at one time.
Newington train station
New Lucy Burns Museum Highlights the Suffragists and Area History
Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.
Workhouse Museum
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Fairfax mother and her children act inspire others with the handmade items.
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Nuclear Reactor at Fort Belvoir is Going Away
Five-year project coming to dismantle and dispose of this lesser known feature of the base.
Nuclear plant at Belvoir
School Time Allotted for Civic Engagement
School Board allows excuse absence for activism.
Schools allow for civic activities.
Biking in Fairfax County Gets a New Face for Advocacy
Matt Roberts now behind the wheel for FABB
FABB
Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best
Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.
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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best
Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.
Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Awards
First Lady of Virginia Pamela Northam Cuts Ribbon in Mount Vernon
United Community’s newly remodeled Early Learning Center Infant Suite is located in Bryant High School.
United Community
Parkway Meeting Further Scrubs the Wish List
Problems and solutions presented to a Mount Vernon audience.
Parkway Meeting
MVCCA Hits 50, Still on Point with Mission
Council credited with past efforts and future plans at anniversary gala.
MVCCA turns 50
Environmental Expo has Many Messages
It’s not just the spotted lantern fly that’s causing problems.
Environmental expo
Another Option Coming for Commuters Inside the Beltway
The I-395 Express Lanes are opening soon, and tolling will begin.
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Military Life was Highlighted at a School in Mount Vernon
Military Families Took the Stage for the Waynewood Elementary Veteran’s Day Celebration
Veteran's Day
Woodlawn Cultural Center Moves Forward
Project touches on revitalizing Woodlawn in tune with other historic elements.
Woodlawn Cultural Center
Smiles All Around at Democrat Victory Party in Fairfax
Gun violence prevention topped the action list for many.
Democratic party
Supervisor Storck’s Expo Highlights Global Warming
Second annual event features a variety of workshops.
Expo
Fire in Belle View Damages Businesses
No civilian injuries in six-alarm Belle View Shopping Center fire.
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Area Bicyclists Take Mount Vernon Tour
More than 160 riders gathered at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton to start the ride.
Tour de Mount Vernon
Need for REAL ID Getting Real
Crowds at DMV impact wait times, but officials are looking for solutions.
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Popular Golf Spot May be Going Away
Landowner looking for other options as the Top Golf business model has expanded; everything on hold for now.
Top Golf
Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead
Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead
South County Government Building Named for Gerry Hyland
Legendary former supervisor’s efforts to help people was his top achievement.
Hyland
Healthcare Facilities Stand Out in Mount Vernon
Hospital officials from Army and INOVA represented at chamber meeting.
Healthcare in Mount Vernon
Fairfax County Long Term Plan Enters the Think Tank
A series of meetings with public participation is underway.
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Trains Roll Again at Metro
Stations reopen with improvements, although some construction continues.
Metro opens
Skills of a Clown
Taking Clown Class at the Workhouse unleashes the inner five-year-old.
A Day at Clown School
Marina Caters to the Waterman in Everyone
Cove right off the marina is sheltered for beginners and veteran sailors.
Belle Haven Marina
Texas Donuts Opening in Lorton
The bigger than usual donuts will be the main draw.
Texas Donuts in Lorton
Lee District Field Gets Resurfaced
The field is on the 10-year plan.
The field is on the 10-year plan.
Belle Haven Dockmaster Rides with the Wind
Sailing lessons plant the boating seed for many youngsters in Mount Vernon.
Belle Haven Dockmaster
Trash Collection Staffing is Tight, Resulting in Cutbacks of Service in Fairfax County
Occasionally, cans go untouched on trash day.
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More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon
Virginia officials holding a series of meetings this month to hear ideas.
More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon
Cold Case in Mount Vernon Remains Mystery
Technology, time and area development create challenges to solving it.
Cold Case in Mount Vernon
Community Voices Concerns about Shootings
Police meet with residents to seek leads.
Community Voices Concerns about Shootings
Tight Staffing Creates Cutbacks in Trash Service
Occasionally cans go untouched on trash day.
Trash Collecting
Lorton Barber Shop: 20 Years As a Local Favorite
Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.
Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.
Disability Specialist Uses Film to Highlight Employment Issues
New film possibly in AFI Film Festival in late June.
Mount Vernon Filmmaker
Amazon, Virginia Tech Detail Their Plans
Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce hosts discussion.
Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce hosts Amazon discussion
West Potomac Wolverines Look to the Future
Graduation ceremony speakers highlight opportunity.
Graduation ceremony speakers highlight opportunity.
Affordable Housing Projects Partially Funded in Mount Vernon
Residences at North Hill and The Arden move forward.
Affordable Housing Projects
