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Early Voting This Week in Montgomery County
On Election Day, only 39 of the usual 240 polling places will be open; better vote early this week
George Fenster arrived at Potomac Community Recreation Center at 5:20 a.m. Monday morning to get ready for the first day of Early Voting.
Solar Shines Spotlight on Montgomery County Ag Reserve
Ag Reserve and Solar Update: Town Hall scheduled Nov. 5, 2020; workgroup anticipated; decision expected in January 2021.
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, Council sent a zoning text amendment that would permit industrial solar in the Agricultural Reserve, land the 1980 Council set aside permanently for agricultural use, back to committee worksessions for more discussion.
Preventing Falls
Physical exercise and home safety reduce risk
One of the leading causes of fatal injuries in older adults is falling.
A Good Place for Affordable Housing in Fairfax County?
Proposal could be a step toward 5,000 unit goal.
Braddock Supervisor James Walkinshaw located prime real estate to create 200-250 family units of affordable housing: two parking lots of the Fairfax Government Center.
Three Reston Residents Appointed to Community Center Board
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, at the request of Hunter Mill Supervisor Walter Alcorn, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors appointed three Reston residents to the nine-member Reston Community Center Board of Governors: William Keefe, William Penniman and Vicky Wingert.
‘Matter Closed’ on Reston Golf Course Designation
Owner ‘respectfully disagrees’ with supervisor’s findings
Hunter Mill Supervisor Walter Alcorn (D) issued a surprise statement early Friday morning, Oct. 23, ending what he termed "a good deal of uncertainty and even anxiety" among some constituents in the Reston portion of his district.
Vienna Police Highlights Oct. 16 – Oct. 22, 2020
The following summary contains various incidents of general interest handled by the Town of Vienna Police Department from Oct. 16 – Oct. 22, 2020.
Volgenau Conservatory Opens in Vienna
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens celebrates new feature, honors past director
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens held two celebrations on the evening of Oct. 20: a ribbon-cutting opening the Volgenau Conservatory; and a dedication of the dogwood tree planted in memory to the life of David Hobson, a respected career regional parks director.
Restaurant of the Week: Cedar Knoll Restaurant
Cedar Knoll Restaurant features sweeping views of the Potomac River, acclaimed American – French cuisine and a fun atmosphere.
Kaleidoscope – Another Type of Halloween Candy
As a toddler, Anila Angjeli was given a small device that displayed endless mesmerizing symmetric geometries when seen through light.
Will River Farm Be Sold?
Supervisor Dan Storck and Jeff McKay hope to preserve the property
Supervisors Dan Storck and Jeff McKay hope to save River Farm through historic designation, while the American Horticultural Society continues plans to sell one of America’s most famous houses, seeking a premium price.
Obituary: Bernard ‘Bernie’ Cohen
Trailblazing attorney dies at 86
In 1963, Bernie Cohen was barely out of law school, practicing on King Street in Alexandria and doing pro bono work for the American Civil Liberties Union.
Truck Enthusiast’s Collection Includes an Old Fire Truck
Historic fire truck got its start in Burke
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The Buck Stops Here? Or Never Got Going in Montgomery County?
Millions in grant and relief funding to help residents and businesses in need have yet to be distributed by the county.
Montgomery County received $183,336,953 under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to help county residents and businesses survive the pandemic.
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2020
In September, 2020, 84 Potomac homes sold between $3,600,000-$555,000.
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2020
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Why Hillary Lost in 2016?
I would like to respond to the letter “We Need to Start Talking About The Emotional Impact of Election Day” (October 14-20, 2020).
Live Theater is Back in Vienna
Working to bring original entertainment to the community during the current pandemic, the Vienna Theater Company (VTC) in association with the Vienna Department of Parks and Recreation has developed a unique opportunities to enjoy theater; either as a live, in-person production or in a Zoom digital format.
Locals Revisit the Civil War at Fort Willard
By 1865, Fort Willard was southernmost of 68 forts and 93 batteries armed with over 800 cannons protecting Washington.
In 1862 and 1863, at the apex of today’s Belle Haven community, Union soldiers at Fort Willard were on the lookout for enemies coming up the Potomac River or approaching along Accotink Turnpike.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Police in ACPS Harms Students, Especially Black and Brown Students and Students with Disabilities
A July 3 Gazette-Packet article entitled “Reconsidering Police in Schools in Alexandria” tapped into the growing demands of activist groups, the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia, and ACPS students to remove police from our schools.
More Ways to Vote in Fairfax County
Fairfax County opened thirteen new early voting locations, giving voters more opportunities to cast their early votes ahead.