Groveton, VA Local News, Events, and Information

Groveton Mon. Sep 18 2023

Fairfax County officials celebrate opening of North Hill Park

The 12-acre park, located between Groveton and Hybla Valley, offers a variety of recreational opportunities for surrounding communities.

Erika Christ Editor

Fairfax County officials celebrate opening of North Hill Park

Erika Christ Editor

Groveton Wed. Sep 13 2023

Retail changes coming to Beacon of Groveton

A day spa is preparing to open for business, and a restaurant recently shuttered — at least temporarily.

Erika Christ Editor

Retail changes coming to Beacon of Groveton

Erika Christ Editor

Groveton Weather: Monday October 2

High: 86°

Low: 60°

Wind: 4 MPH NNE

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 60 degrees. Sunny for the morning, clear in the afternoon and evening,

Groveton Sun. Sep 10 2023

Developer seeks rezoning approval for proposed affordable senior housing in Beacon/Groveton

The developer's application is for a just over 55,000 square-foot building with 52 age-restricted living units and space for retail on the first floor.

Erika Christ Editor

Developer seeks rezoning approval for proposed affordable senior housing in Beacon/Groveton

Erika Christ Editor

Alexandria Sun. Aug 13 2023

New principals sought for several FCPS schools in the Route 1 area

Three of the seven county-wide FCPS schools without a principal are in Region 3, which encompasses the Mount Vernon, West Potomac and Edison Pyramids, plus Bryant High School.

Erika Christ Editor

New principals sought for several FCPS schools in the Route 1 area

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Thu. Aug 10 2023

Q&A with new Mount Vernon Police District commander

Capt. Marc Mitchell provided updates on some staffing and safety issues impacting the Mount Vernon Police District.

Erika Christ Editor

Q&A with new Mount Vernon Police District commander

Erika Christ Editor

Groveton Thu. Aug 10 2023

Community reacts to county’s latest design plans for colocated Penn Daw facility

Local residents shared feedback on the building design, as well as questions and concerns about the new location of the homeless shelter.

Erika Christ Editor

Community reacts to county’s latest design plans for colocated Penn Daw facility

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Wed. Jul 26 2023

Campaign update: Mount Vernon District Supervisor race

Both the Mount Vernon District and Franconia District races for the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors are shaping up to be three-way battles.

Erika Christ Editor

Campaign update: Mount Vernon District Supervisor race

Erika Christ Editor

Fort Hunt Thu. Jul 20 2023

Fort Hunt Football to take on visiting teams from China

West Potomac High School will host the exhibition games between teams from Fort Hunt and Chengdu, China.

Erika Christ Editor

Fort Hunt Football to take on visiting teams from China

Erika Christ Editor

Belle Haven Wed. Jul 19 2023

Charleys Cheesesteaks opens at Kings Crossing

The restaurant is located within walking distance of two of the newer apartment buildings in Kings Crossing/Penn Daw — South Alex and the Belhaven.

Erika Christ Editor

Charleys Cheesesteaks opens at Kings Crossing

Erika Christ Editor

Alexandria Mon. Jul 17 2023

Comings and goings around the corridor

Several professionals assumed new leadership roles in the first half of July 2023.

Erika Christ Editor

Comings and goings around the corridor

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Fri. Jul 14 2023

Roads Report: what’s happening around Route 1 and the George Washington Memorial Parkway

Paving, parcel acquisition and preparations for safety improvements are all in the works.

Erika Christ Editor

Roads Report: what’s happening around Route 1 and the George Washington Memorial Parkway

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Thu. Jul 13 2023

Appreciation: Richmond Highway Corridor champion Dick Knapp

Knapp, a retired Army colonel, was highly involved for decades in church and community activities around the corridor.

Erika Christ Editor

Appreciation: Richmond Highway Corridor champion Dick Knapp

Erika Christ Editor

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