“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Car Crimes Are on ACE Units Radar
Useful in Mount Vernon for carjacking and auto thefts.
The Fairfax County Police Department is taking another step to get tough on car theft with the Auto Crimes Enforcement Unit known as “ACE.”
City Launches ‘Community Engagement’ on Arena
The City of Alexandria announced plans for “community engagement events to share the vision for the proposed Entertainment District at Potomac Yard,” and gather input from Alexandria residents, civic and organizational leaders, and other stakeholders.
Fairfax High’s Choral Cabaret is Friday
News briefs
Ken Plum: Earning the Public’s Trust
After 50 years in public service to Virginia as a teacher, as the Fairfax County Public Schools Supervisor, and as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates for 44 years, Delegate Ken Plum, is retiring.
2024 Legislative Agenda: FILING BILLS
State Senators are limited to introducing 21 pieces of legislation this session, so I am hard at work putting the final touches on my package of bills for 2024.
Curtain Call
ACHS theater teachers Bachman, Jones honored.
“Celebrating the 20th anniversary of being part of a theater department partnership is pretty special.” — ACHS theater department teacher Leslie Jones
For 2024 Meals, Think Virginia
Traditional Virginia foods can brighten your table and your tales.
Think Va
Potomac Home Sales: November, 2023
In November, 2023, 27 Potomac homes sold between $2,125,000-$738,000.
Potomac Home Sales: November, 2023
Burke CAP Cadet Commander Change
Felline to lead Burke squadron.
In a change of command ceremony on Dec. 7, the Burke Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol celebrated the end of a term under the leadership of Cadet 2dLt Kyle Morrison, who has shown outstanding work throughout the term, and welcomed the new Cadet Commander 2dLt Lorenzo Felline.
Aldrin Elementary School Essays
Aldrin Elementary School, Reston, VA, Fairfax County Public Schools
Children’s and Teens’ Connection
Aldrin Elementary School Art
Aldrin Elementary School, Reston, VA, Fairfax County Public Schools
Children’s and Teens’ Connection
What's ‘Germinating’ in the General Assembly
As I hinted last week, this week’s column will delve into the environmental legislation that I have “germinating” in drafting.
Herndon Festival ‘Permanently Canceled’
Reasons why may differ from what you think.
The award-winning outdoor Herndon Festival, held yearly and produced by the town’s parks and recreation department, supported by volunteers since 1981 (except for one year during COVID) is permanently canceled.
Making Spirits Bright
Firefighters mark 25 years of toy donations.
“This is one of my favorite events of the year.” — Longtime toy drive supporter Bruce Witucki
Hopkins House Junior K-Prep Class
McNeil Preschool Academy in Alexandria, teacher: Agnes Agyemang
Children’s and Teens’ Gazette