Recent Stories
Language Skills Valuable for Two Franconia Police Officers
Quick thinking earned them title as “Officers of the Month” for April.
FCPD Employee of the Month
Project Launched to Address Overflow at Lake Accotink
After rainy days, hikers face a watery crossing when walking around the lake.
Accotink improvements
Community Center Opens in the Buckman Road Area
It’s more than just basketball courts and shuffleboard though.
WISH center
Pho Soup has Plenty of Noodles and Broth
Vietnamese pho could ease the common cold or late night partying, but it's different from ramen.
Pho Soup
Mount Vernon Student Got a Lesson in Politics
Senate page program pays off for eighth grader.
Senate page
United Community Honors Reverend Dr. Keary Kincannon
Hyland Humanitarian Award is the top award and goes to those who make positive impacts.
Reverend Kincannon Awarded
Everyone’s Feeling the Cold Temps in April in Springfield
Those in the plant industry are taking steps to protect the crop.
Cold April
Mural Project Spreads Positive Vibes in Mount Vernon
One of several planned for the Richmond Highway corridor.
Mural
Bamboo Is in County’s Crosshairs in Burke
Plant might offer privacy along property lines but quickly gets out of control; choosing native plants and trees is safer.
Bamboo
Fixing Intersection Is First Step in the Penn Daw Area of Mount Vernon
Revitalization, BRT and upscale apartments are part of the picture.
Revitalization