Alexandria, VA Local News, Events, and Information

Mount Vernon Fri. Jun 2 2023

Appreciation: recognizing some key individuals who served the Mount Vernon community

Three individuals with ties to the Mount Vernon area made news recently.

Erika Christ Editor

Appreciation: recognizing some key individuals who served the Mount Vernon community

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Thu. Jun 1 2023

Wells Fargo opens Cooper Center branch

The bank moved to a new location after VDOT purchased the building in which it previously was located.

Erika Christ Editor

Erika Christ Editor

Alexandria Weather: Saturday June 3

High: 86°

Low: 60°

Wind: 2 MPH SSE

Chance of rain: 82%

Patchy rain possible, with a high of 86 and low of 60 degrees. Sunny for the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon, overcast for the evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Mount Vernon Wed. May 31 2023

Huntington multifamily housing projects are put on ice

Since late April 2023, two major projects planned near the Huntington Metro station have been temporarily shelved due to economic conditions.

Erika Christ Editor

Huntington multifamily housing projects are put on ice

Erika Christ Editor

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Mount Vernon Tue. May 30 2023

All aboard for resolving a traffic problem in Lorton

Amtrak officials partnered with community leaders and elected officials to prevent traffic back-ups on Lorton Road.

Erika Christ Editor

All aboard for resolving a traffic problem in Lorton

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Mount Vernon Mon. May 29 2023

Q&A with Mount Vernon District Supervisor Candidate Christopher Morgan

The president of the Stratford Landing Citizens' Association is running as an Independent.

Erika Christ Editor

Q&A with Mount Vernon District Supervisor Candidate Christopher Morgan

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Mount Vernon Fri. May 26 2023

Celebrity philanthropists bring invincible spirit to Fort Belvoir

Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band entertained troops while chef Robert Irvine fed them on May 25.

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Celebrity philanthropists bring invincible spirit to Fort Belvoir

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Mount Vernon Thu. May 25 2023

South County High School participates in salad bar pilot

FCPS plans to phase in salad bars at all middle and high schools in the near future.

Erika Christ Editor

South County High School participates in salad bar pilot

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Mount Vernon Wed. May 24 2023

Local students receive scholarships from Mount Vernon-Springfield business community

The merger of the Mount Vernon Lee and Greater Springfield Chambers of Commerce last year enabled the 501(c)3 Education Partnership to broaden its reach this year.

Erika Christ Editor

Local students receive scholarships from Mount Vernon-Springfield business community

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Tue. May 23 2023

Pampered Pet to expand pawprint at Belle View Shopping Center

Pampered Pet and Boutique Barkery's owner will open a dog spa this summer.

Erika Christ Editor

Pampered Pet to expand pawprint at Belle View Shopping Center

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Mount Vernon Mon. May 22 2023

Laurel Hill Central Green to get long-awaited restrooms

The South County Federation has been working on the restroom facility issue with Fairfax County for several years.

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Laurel Hill Central Green to get long-awaited restrooms

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Fri. May 19 2023

What's up this weekend around the Richmond Highway corridor

Check out this list of special events and activities based on your interests.

Erika Christ Editor

What's up this weekend around the Richmond Highway corridor

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Thu. May 18 2023

Q&A with Mount Vernon District Supervisor candidate Maritza Zermeño

Zermeño is facing off against the incumbent, Dan Storck, in the Democratic primary election.

Erika Christ Editor

Q&A with Mount Vernon District Supervisor candidate Maritza Zermeño

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