Recent Stories

Nepenthe Features Faces of Route One Exhibit
The artist's works can be seen at various spots for the next year along Richmond Highway.
Art

Progress at the New Franconia District Government Center Building
Intersection expands at Beulah Street and the Springfield-Franconia Parkway
New plans advance in Franconia

Illegally Passing School Buses About to Get Expensive
New cameras on school bus arms will catch violators; $250 fines start May 12.
Illegally Passing School Buses About to Get Expensive

Fairfax County Man Ran Away to the Circus
The John Lewis High School alum found his calling with The Greatest Show on Earth
Step right up

Hybla Valley Park Renewal Includes Futsal
This soccer variant could be a spark for success in this part of Mount Vernon.
Futsal

Hoda Kotb Started at Fort Hunt
Kotb named one of USA Today’s ‘Women of the Year’
Kotb named one of USA Today’s ‘Women of the Year’

Annual Town Hall Meeting Takes Flight Across Mount Vernon
It was the 38th Annual Town Hall Meeting
It was the 38th Annual Town Hall Meeting

Barn at Grist Mill Park Slated for a Restaurant and Community Hub
Plans presented to the county are waiting to be solidified.
Mount Vernon barn plans. Photos by Robot Down Media

Airplane Crash 76 Years Ago Killed 55 at National Airport
World War II surplus flown into flight path by reckless pilot.
Airplane crash