Lip Sync Cops, Boat Explosion, All-Star Game: News Nearby

Top VA, DC news includes Wheel of Fortune auditions, burglar on home video, and lake drowning. Plus how to share your news, events on Patch.

Manafort Mugshot, Food Truck Death, Relisha Rudd: News Nearby

Top VA, DC news includes changes to African-American Museum tickets, missing girl's case. Plus, how to share your news, events on Patch.

Teens Protest ICE Policies, Sheriff Changes ICE Holds | PatchPM

KKK fliers in NoVA neighborhoods again | Walmart cell theft ring | DC air quality is terrible | $225K Lottery winner screams with joy

Due 8/6: Help Outfit Kids for UCM Back to School

Donate new backpacks or funds to help purchase school supplies so students living in hardship have a chance to succeed at school!

Mount Vernon Named An Endangered Historic Place

Mount Vernon and Maryland land across the river near the proposed gas compressor station are one of 11 places on the list.

Plant That Burns, Car Into River, Immigrant Probe: News Nearby

Top news includes a plant that blind and burns, governor orders probe into immigrant holding site. How to share news and events on Patch.

Mount Vernon Launches 'Save George Washington's View' Petition

The scenic view across from George Washington's estate could be impacted by a planned gas compressor station in Maryland.

Metro Delays, 105 Degree Heat, July 4 Fireworks: News Nearby

Top news includes heat and air quality alerts, July 4 schedules and mass marijuana arrests. Plus how to share news and events on Patch.

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool in Alexandria Holds Ladybug Launch

Students celebrated the environment by releasing thousands of beneficial bugs in their schoolyard for Earth Day

Nonprofits: Need An Effective Communications Plan?

Workshop on Developing An Effective Communications Plan Scheduled for June 1

Flash Flood Watch, Storm Photos, Taste Of Del Ray: News Nearby

Top news from Virginia, DC includes storm aftermath, flash flood watch and fallen VA officers. Plus, how to share news and events on Patch.

Three Generations Of Lookalikes: Mother's Day Photos

Send your own mother-daughter lookalike photos to Patch in honor of Mother's Day.

Large Turnout For Hamilton Tickets, Airbnb Tax: News Nearby

Huge crowd for Hamilton tickets, state's first Airbnb tax, and McAuliffe tapped as GMU guest lecturer. Plus how to share your news on Patch.

Drinks At Taco Bell, Best St. Pat's Day Costumes: News Nearby

Most beautiful library, 7 gigantic homes for sale, teacher charged with child porn and Metro changes. Plus how to share your news on Patch.

2 Men, 2 7-Elevens, 2 Lottery Tickets, Same Result: $100 Grand

Virginia Lottery Cash 5 tickets worth $100,000 each were sold in the last week in February at two 7-Elevens in the Alexandria area.

Beer Garden Opposed by Residents

Proposed outdoor beer garden would intrude on the Mount Vernon Court neighborhood.

Tide Pod Theft, Cherry Blossom Date, Best Hospitals: News Nearby

New Target store opening, Confederate flag debate resurfaces, hard-working DC and missing mom killed. Plus how to share your news on Patch.

$1M Winners, Gun Sales End, Pro-Trump TV Host: News Nearby

Reston murder suspect in court, $5K in copper stolen and when to travel through DC area airports. Plus how to share your news on Patch.

Cherry Blossom Peak, Support For Florida Students: News Nearby

Swastika on a car, indecent exposure report, Cherry Blossom Princess, and Fairfax Restaurant Week. Plus how to share your news on Patch.

10 Questions With TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Integrity, compassion and a wealth of knowledge are just a few traits that make Lyssa Seward of Seward Realty Group a standout Realtor.

Mount Vernon Estate Slashes Price During Renovations

If you don't mind missing a look inside the mansion, you can get half off admission to George Washington's Mount Vernon for a limited time.

Warming Shelters Open Around Mount Vernon

If you see a person in need as the wind chill advisory takes effect, there are warming shelters open in the Mount Vernon area.

Students Will Walk In Homeless People's Shoes In Mount Vernon

Over 100 people will sleep in boxes to raise awareness about homelessness in Mount Vernon this weekend.

Feedback Sought For Richmond Highway Widening

VDOT is looking into widening a portion of Richmond Highway and adding bike and pedestrian areas in Mount Vernon.

Violent Pep Rally | Favorite Candy | Suspicious Couple | News Nearby

Top news of the day in D.C. and Virginia, including someone who survived being hit by a train. Plus, how to share events on Patch.

Scarecrow Bodies Disturbing Reminder On Baseball Field: Patch PM

Alleged supermarket molestation | Free water taxi rides | Boyfriend to produce missing body | Halloween events | Explosive 'for sale' find.

Greater Alexandria Solar Eclipse: Weather, Where To Watch

We've compiled everything you need to know about the Aug. 21 solar eclipse in Greater Alexandria into one handy guide.

5 Fun Things To Do This Month Around Greater Alexandria

From concerts in Fort Hunt to Alexandria's summer sidewalk sale, there's a variety of events going on in the area during August.

Heat Index Could Pass 102 In Greater Alexandria: Weather Forecast

Greater Alexandria continues to see dangerous heat, with the heat index passing 102. The weekend forecast doesn't look much better.

Chipotle Closes After Possible Norovirus Outbreak | Patch PM

Worst times for security waits at Dulles, Reagan airports | Who's burning American flags? | Landscapers beautify Arlington National Cemetery

United Community Ministries Announces Valencourt Scholarships

The Lois Valencourt Scholarship Fund seeks to help students who have graduated from high schools in the Mount Vernon area.

American Horticultural Society Names New President/Ceo

American Horticultural Society is pleased to announce the selection of Beth Tuttle as its next President and CEO.

Capital Beltway Bridge Repairs Begin In Springfield: VDOT

Construction affects two Capital Beltway bridges in Springfield and is expected to be completed in summer 2018.

Cockroaches, 'Risky Chicken Salad' Found In Restaurant Inspections | Patch PM

Students overdose at school | National Merit scholars | Virginia's best steakhouse is... | Most popular neighborhood for home buyers

Give From The Heart Gala Raises Nearly $190K for Families in Need

The proceeds support United Community Ministries to create brighter futures for families and children in need.

Best Cinco de Mayo Spots Near Alexandria: Yelp

If you're looking for a place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, here are Yelp's top picks near Alexandria.

Arts Council of Fairfax Presents 2017 Creative Aging Festival

The festival celebrates older adults participation across Fairfax County to celebrate arts through music, dance, and theatre.

Drunk Driver Brings Cop Flowers As Thanks | Patch PM

WMATA surprise service cuts | Preventing hot car deaths | Restaurant inspections | Mother's Day brunch spots | Metro daily fail photos

Alexandria Makes 'America's Most Attractive Cities' List

Travel And Leisure Magazine says Alexandria residents are some of the most attractive people in the U.S.

Georgetown Apology For Slave Trade | 10 Missing From DC In 2 Days| Best Places To Live: News Nearby

Top posts in Virginia and DC, including an appeal by the DC sniper of his life prison sentences. Plus how to share local news and events.