Local environmental groups to hold water bottle protest Monday
Local environmental groups are holding a protest outside the The International Bottled Water Association headquarters in Old Town Alexandria on Monday morning.
Community News Archive
Fed up with airplane noise, neighbors form new group to press for change
Residents in the Fort Hunt area have formed the South Flow Alliance, a group that aims to get the FAA to address chronic airplane noise over their neighborhoods.
Comedian’s tweet, NHL team help Alice’s Kids continue to grow
A Twitter shout-out (and donation) from Patton Oswalt and huge check courtesy of the Washington Capitals have helped make 2017 a special year for local charity Alice's Kids.
DMV operating at Mount Vernon Governmental Center this week
The DMV Connect program will be operating at the Mount Vernon Governmental Center this week through Thursday.
New date picked for “Know Your Rights” forum in Gum Springs
Rep. Don Beyer has announced a new date for the "Know Your Rights" forum that was originally scheduled to be held in March.
Slain Mount Vernon grad remembered as a generous friend with bright future
The Mount Vernon High School and Richmond Highway communities are mourning the death of Samuel Kwarteng, who was killed early Thursday morning in RIchmond.
Inova Mount Vernon gets top safety grades from two advocacy groups
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital recently received two awards for patient safety, including an A grade in the Leapfrog Group's Hospital Safety Grade ratings.
Task force to discuss health care options for residents with little or no insurance
A panel discussion on health care for individuals with little or no insurance will be held April 19 at the South County Center.
Huntington farmers market returning for third season
The Huntington farmers market will be back for its third season starting April 27.
Saturday notes: Huntley Meadows award, students make guitars, All-Met picks
Here's a roundup of stories from around the area, including local athletes getting honored as All-Mets, recognition for Huntley Meadows restoration project and students learning to make guitars.