Java Loco Set To Open At Mount Vernon Plaza

The locally-owned shop will serve up coffee, bubble tea and other drinks, replacing the closed Starbucks.

Storck Column: Belle View Shopping Center Is Back in Business

Mount Vernon District Dupervisor Dan Stock shares a grand reopening announcement for the shopping center after the 2019 fire.

National Donut Day: Where To Score Sweet Deals In NoVA, DC

National Donut Day is a chance to score freebies or support your favorite local shop.

Roy Rogers Reopens At Belle View Shopping Center After 2019 Fire

The Roy Rogers restaurant, damaged in a six-alarm fire in 2019, reopened Wednesday.

Alexandria Dog Born Without Front Legs Seeks New Wheels

Tobi's owner is raising money for a custom-fitted wheelchair to help the dog born without front legs get around.

Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut Offered To Those With COVID-19 Vaccine

If you show your vaccination card, the free doughnut offer is good once per day.

St. Patrick’s Day: How Alexandria Will Celebrate Amid Pandemic

While the parade is canceled this year, some places will celebrate Irish heritage with specials or festivities.

Omar Linton Named Advocate Health Advisors Marketing Manager

Linton, of Alexandria, Va., will develop and implement national marketing campaigns for Medicare products.

How Coronavirus Affected Bankruptcy Filings In Greater Alexandria Area

There was a drastic change in bankruptcy filings across the country last year. Here are the numbers for Fairfax County.

How Reliable Is Your Virginia Power Supplier?

See how well power providers in the Greater Alexandria area and across VA serve local customers.

What Readers Want In Vacant Restaurant Space In Hybla Valley

We asked readers what they'd like to open in the former Ruby Tuesday space in Hybla Valley.

Uncle C's Chicken And Waffles Set To Open On Route 1

A new restaurant with Southern favorites is preparing to open in the former Jerry's Subs & Pizza location.

Richmond Highway Corridor Market Assessment Study Presented

A study conducted for Fairfax County looked at market outlooks for retail, office, hotel and residential development.

2021 Mount Vernon Town Meeting Scheduled For February

Residents are invited to participate virtually in Supervisor Dan Storck's town meeting.

Wegmans, Aldi: New Year’s Grocery Store Hours In Northern VA, DC

Find out when you can pick up last-minute additions to your New Year’s menu from Wegmans, Costco, Safeway, Aldi, Giant Food and more stores.

Mount Vernon Area Christmas 2020 Grocery Store Hours

Some stores around Mount Vernon have adjusted Christmas Eve hours, and many will be closed on Christmas.

Mount Vernon Area Thanksgiving 2020 Grocery Store Hours

Some stores around the Route 1 corridor will be closed on Thanksgiving while others will have adjusted hours.

Veteran-Owned Skrimp Shack Opens At Mount Vernon Plaza

The fast casual concept specializes in fish sandwiches and made-to-order seafood items.

Old Navy Comes To Mount Vernon Plaza

The retailer opened its first store in the Richmond Highway corridor of Fairfax County.

Beacon Hill Apartments Proposal Not Recommended By Task Force

The nomination through the South County Site-Specific Plan Amendment Process calls for a higher density residential use.

Ground Broken On North Hill Residential Development

The North Hill development is set to include affordable housing and senior units, as well as market-rate townhouses.

Meetings Coming On Belle View Shopping Center, Other Nominations

A Mount Vernon District task force will discuss nominations from the South County Site-Specific Plan Amendment Process.

Grant Program Offered To Fairfax Co. Small Businesses, Nonprofits

Small businesses or nonprofits with less than 50 employees will be eligible to apply for grants, which do not have to be repaid.

Face Coverings To Be Required For Hybla Valley Costco Shoppers

Costco announced that shoppers will need to wear a mask or face covering to shop at its warehouse locations.

Supervisor Storck: We're Here For Small Business Owners

The Mount Vernon District supervisor discusses help for small businesses and employment opportunities.

Walmart To Begin Operating One-Way Aisles In Southeast Fairfax

Starting Thursday, Walmart locations are implementing single-direction aisles.

Greater Alexandria Front-Line Workers Get Free McDonald's Meals

Starting Wednesday, McDonald’s will give out free meals every day to first responders and health care workers.

Greater Alexandria Businesses Open, Closed During Coronavirus

We're asking businesses to post in our open and closed directory and shared ways customers can support them.

Alexandria Business Bow Wow Meow Pet Care Needs Your Support

Learn how Bow Wow Meow Pet Care is faring in the coronavirus and what you can do to support them during this difficult time.

Beverley Hills Community United Methodist Church Needs Your Help

Learn how Beverley Hills Community United Methodist Church is faring during the coronavirus and what you can do to support them.

Greater Alexandria Businesses: Open or Closed? Let Patrons Know

We’re publishing a simple open-or-closed directory for Greater Alexandria businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

Alexandria Businesses Adapt During Coronavirus Outbreak

From a meal package with rolls of toilet paper to a book subscription service, small businesses are thinking of creative solutions.

20 Greater Alexandria Job Listings: Summer Camp Counselor, More

Employers hiring around Greater Alexandria include the St. James​ and Virginia Railway Express.

Belle View Shopping Center Redevelopment Nomination Submitted

A vision for a mixed-use development was submitted under the South County Site-Specific Plan Amendment Process.

Job Fairs Coming Up At 5 Fairfax County High Schools

Teens can find after school jobs, seasonal positions and other opportunities at five upcoming job fairs.

15 Greater Alexandria Job Listings: Marketing Manager, Dog Walker

Employers hiring around Greater Alexandria include Thompson Hospitality and Vermilion.

Proposed Virginia Legislation Addresses Abandoned Shopping Carts

The legislation would allow local regulation on abandoned shopping carts by Arlington County and Fairfax County.

InTouch Wellness Life Coaching​ Opens In Hybla Valley

The new small business offers coaching, counseling, and personal and family development.

Bonchon Brings Korean Fried Chicken To Groveton Area

Twice-fried Korean chicken wings with different sauce choices are the specialty at Bonchon.

20 Greater Alexandria Job Listings: Security Officer, Therapist

Employers hiring around Greater Alexandria include American Society of Clinical Oncology and Learn Now Music.