Lorton, VA Local News, Events, and Information

Lorton Wed. Dec 6 2023

Good Shepherd Housing holds ribbon cutting at new Lorton headquarters

The nonprofit is about to enter its 50th year of providing affordable rental housing around the Richmond Highway Corridor.

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Good Shepherd Housing holds ribbon cutting at new Lorton headquarters

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton Sun. Dec 3 2023

Poké franchise opens first Northern Virginia location in Lorton

Poke Bros. is holding its grand opening at Lorton Marketplace Nov. 4.

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Poké franchise opens first Northern Virginia location in Lorton

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton Weather: Sunday December 10

High: 62°

Low: 43°

Wind: 10 MPH S

Chance of rain: 95%

Heavy rain, with a high of 62 and low of 43 degrees. Light rain shower for the morning, moderate rain for the afternoon, partly cloudy overnight.

Alexandria Sun. Dec 3 2023

TalentReady initiative expands to help more local students prepare for in-demand careers

Students from South County High School, Hayfield Secondary School and Edison High School have benefited from TalentReady-funded industry certification programs.

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TalentReady initiative expands to help more local students prepare for in-demand careers

Erika Christ Editor

Mount Vernon Fri. Dec 1 2023

What to do in the Mount Vernon/Lorton area this weekend

Check out these six holiday events on our calendar.

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What to do in the Mount Vernon/Lorton area this weekend

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Mount Vernon Tue. Nov 21 2023

Visit Fairfax rolls out new initiatives to market Southeast Fairfax County

Potomac Banks now has brochures at select visitor centers throughout Virginia and an updated savings pass.

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Visit Fairfax rolls out new initiatives to market Southeast Fairfax County

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton Fri. Nov 17 2023

Retail Update: recent and upcoming openings at Lorton's Liberty Market

Ledo Pizza opened in late October, and several other restaurants are expected to open in coming months.

Erika Christ Editor

Retail Update: recent and upcoming openings at Lorton's Liberty Market

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton Wed. Nov 15 2023

Fairfax County gets state funding toward Pohick Creek stabilization project

The county wants to prevent flooding and erosion from damaging a pollution control plant's ability to treat wastewater from Fort Belvoir.

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Fairfax County gets state funding toward Pohick Creek stabilization project

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Lorton Tue. Nov 14 2023

Lorton nonprofit launches holistic health initiative for low-income residents

The Lorton Community Action Center received grants to increase access to health and wellness resources and strengthen health literacy among clients.

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton nonprofit launches holistic health initiative for low-income residents

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Mount Vernon Sat. Nov 4 2023

Celebrate Veterans Day around the Richmond Highway Corridor

Several organizations and places around the Richmond Highway Corridor are holding Veterans Day events over the next few weeks.

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Celebrate Veterans Day around the Richmond Highway Corridor

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Lorton Tue. Oct 31 2023

Local high schools to compete on WETA’s “It’s Academic”

Teams from South County High School, Edison High School and Mount Vernon High School are scheduled to participate in the show's 63rd season.

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Local high schools to compete on WETA’s “It’s Academic”

Erika Christ Editor

Lorton Sun. Oct 29 2023

Coming to Lorton in spring 2024: Bunnyman Brewing and Café

Fairfax County recently finished renovating a historic building at the Workhouse Campus and turned it over to Bunnyman for tenant fit-out.

Erika Christ Editor

Coming to Lorton in spring 2024: Bunnyman Brewing and Café

Erika Christ Editor