Historic Overlay District Considered For River Farm

As the American Horticultural Society tries to sell River Farm, the county is looking into a potential Historic Overlay District.

Death Penalty Expected To Be Abolished In Virginia | Patch PM

COVID death backlog | Two-year sentence for prostitution scheme | senator joins Black history tour | city stormwater fee to double: Patch PM

What's Open, Closed For Presidents Day 2021 In Mount Vernon Area

Presidents Day brings numerous schedule changes in the Mount Vernon area.

Girl Scout Cookie Sales Coming Up In Greater Alexandria

It's Girl Scout Cookie season, and Greater Alexandria residents can buy them online from a local troop or at upcoming booths.

Free Mount Vernon Admission By Reservation Offered On 2 Dates

Guests can visit Mount Vernon for free on Presidents Day and Washington's birthday by reserving tickets in advance.

Local Pup Snags A Starring Role In Puppy Bowl | Patch PM

Heightened security in DC for inauguration | how localities are handling vaccine scheduling | custodian, daughter die of COVID-19: Patch PM

Non-County Resident Admission Proposed At MLK Jr. Pool

The park authority is seeking public feedback on proposed fee changes, including a new fee at Martin Luther King Jr. Pool.

Locality Seeks Start Of Next Coronavirus Vaccine Phase: Patch PM

Investigation into Capitol attack sought | federal response compared to June protests | how reps voted on electoral college count: Patch PM

Park Authority To Detail Park Plan For North Hill

With the rezoning of North Hill for a residential community, the park authority is planning what to do with a 12-acre park site.

Top Holiday Pet Pics, Nonprofit Founder Wins Free Roof | Patch PM

Christmas grocery store hours | police chief chosen for DC | CVS to vaccinate long-term care facility residents, staff: Patch PM

What's Open, Closed For Christmas 2020 In Mount Vernon Area

Many services are closed on Thursday and Friday for the Christmas holiday.

District's Snow Day, First Vaccine Shipments In State | Patch PM

Nurse honored for supporting front-line coworkers | winter storm forecast | Secret Santa pays $50K in layaway balances: Patch PM

Supervisor Storck: Shop Local and Support Our Neighbors

Supervisor Storck urges residents to support hard-hit local businesses and organizations helping people in need.

Hypothermia Shelters Open For Winter Season In Fairfax County

The county is using shelter locations with ample space to factor in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Virginia Governor Voices Support For Protecting River Farm

Gov. Ralph Northam asked the American Horticultural Society to commit to keeping River Farm publicly accessible.

Grant Supports Energy-Efficient Upgrades In Hybla Valley Housing

The grant from Dominion Energy will help a nonprofit make upgrades at the affordable units it rents out.

Mount Vernon Up For 10Best Historic Home Tour In USA Today

Readers can vote daily for their favorite holiday home tour in the U.S.

Meal Deliveries By Skateboard, Vaccine Preparation: Patch PM

Search for new school superintendent | Veterans Day freebies for veterans, military | no recount sought in close council race: Patch PM

Your 2020 Can't-Miss Holiday Events At Mount Vernon

Aladdin the camel and other holiday traditions will be back this year at George Washington's estate.

Falwell Sues School After Affair, Racy Photo Fallout: Patch PM

Proposed Metro station name changes | hotel guest confronted with gun | second highest day for new coronavirus cases in October: Patch PM

Live Canaries Sniffed Out In Luggage By Detector Dog: Patch PM

DC Central Kitchen adapts to pandemic | body cameras for sheriff's office | southwest region's coronavirus hospitalizations peak: Patch PM

2020 Halloween Events For The Family Near Route 1 Corridor

Some trunk-or-treat and other Halloween events will operate with safety precautions.

Fairfax County Community Centers Reopen By Reservation

Organized sports and group activities are not yet allowed under the limited opening.

Thurgood Marshall Jr. Discussion, Vaccine Prep | News Nearby

Patch hero nominations sought | rape attempt on Metro | 5th best small city in U.S. | renaming for school with Confederate name: News nearby

Tour De Mount Vernon 2020 Dedicated To Late Dave Evans

The fifth annual ride was held in honor of Dave Evans, who was involved with local nonprofit United Community.

Large Food Donation Effort, Local Chefs On 'Chopped': News Nearby

Tesla lease giveaway | closed tent outdoor dining | in-person return for some DC students | school segregation formal apology: News nearby

Guest Column: Tour de Mount Vernon: Socially Distanced and Fun

Supervisor Dan Storck will host the fifth annual Tour de Mount Vernon on Oct. 3.

Locals Seek To Save River Farm, Originally Washington's Land

Legislators say the American Heritage Society's board put the historic property up for sale.

Vigil Honoring RBG, Coronavirus Antibody Study | News Nearby

Officer-involved shooting review | Elementary, high school renamings considered together | Bed Bath & Beyond location closing: Patch PM

Virginia Families Evaluate Distance Learning In Survey | Patch PM

Long lines as early voting starts | arrest in city's first 2020 homicide | Rosh Hashanah | fall events: Patch PM

Man Buys $1 Million Lottery Ticket In Mount Vernon

A restaurant worker is one of the top prize winners of a Virginia Lottery game.

Coronavirus Increases Hunger: Find A Food Bank In Route 1 Area

The coronavirus sent millions of Americans into an economic tailspin that's being felt at the dinner table.

Helping Small Businesses Amid Pandemic: Greater Alexandria Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

Chefs Serve Free Meals To Families: Greater Alexandria Heroes

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

How Average Rent Near Huntington Metro Compares To Other Stops

An interactive map from RentHop shows median one-bedroom rent prices near Metro stations.

The Arden Affordable Housing Development Breaks Ground

The development will offer 126 affordable housing units near the Huntington Metro station.

Trademark Claims For Possible New Redskins Names: Patch PM

No new coronavirus deaths in NoVA, KKK recruitment sticker found, review of 911 response procedure, business to donate 5000th meal: Patch PM

"Living with Alzheimer's" free webinar series begins July 13

Join the Alzheimer's Association for this 3-part interactive program for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias

Mansion Open As Mount Vernon's Reopening Continues

The estate has opened the first floor of Washington's mansion and is continuing face mask and clear bag policies.

Stores Pull Washington NFL Merch With Name Under Review: Patch PM

July 4 shooting kills 11-year-old, caravan of vehicles against hate, Sears closing store, lag in Nats' coronavirus test results: Patch PM