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Down the Drain in Alexandria
State slashes funds to fix city’s combined sewer system.
Alexandria’s plan to fix its raw sewage problem may be going down the drain, at least this year. Leaders in the House and Senate money committees slashed $20 million out of the budget that was supposed to help the city fix its antiquated combined sewer system, which floods the Potomac River with raw sewage whenever there is as little as 0.03 inches of rain.
‘This Could Have Ended in Tragedy’ in Fairfax
Police arrest teen who allegedly threatened harm at Fairfax High.
Somebody’s Perfect in Chantilly
Supervisors honor field hockey and football perfection at Westfield High School.
Baby Lambs Born at Frying Pan Farm
High winds pound the area, downing trees and power lines, but life continues.
Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) Opens Satellite Gallery
Innovative new space at Signature in Reston Town Center features local artist Craig Moran.
Winds Wreak Havoc in Reston Area
Reston Association estimates it will be at least a month before tree cleanup is completed.
South Lakes Seahawks Girls Second in State
South Lakes High athletes shine in State Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Budget Brinkmanship in Virginia
Lawmakers poised to leave town without passing budget.
Budget showdowns are rare in Virginia, but not unprecedented. Back in 2004, Gov. Mark Warner clashed with Republicans over a sales tax increase. Then in 2014, Gov. Terry McAuliffe engaged in brinkmanship over expanding Medicaid. Now lawmakers are poised to end the session once again without passing a budget.
Outstanding Volunteer in McLean
McLean Community Center names Melanie Sanders-Smith Its 2017 Outstanding Volunteer Service Award Winner.
Celebrating 30 Years at Bishop Ireton
Music Director Christopher Tomasino also works with The Little Theatre of Alexandria.