Fairfax County's Annual 'Fill the Boot' Campaign for Muscular Dystrophy Starts Friday

For 2013 Labor Day Weekend, Fairfax County firefighters, mechanics, dispatchers collected over $602,000, highest amount in campaign history.

GOOD News: Football Documentary, Veteran Farmers Program, Eagle Scouts Help, Home Tour Fundraiser

Plus 'Top Chef' news and an urgent care center expands. Read some of the good news from the past week from our Patch

Vermilion Chef to Helm Arcadia Dinner to Benefit Veteran Farmer Program

Executive Chef William Morris will oversee Sept. 7 fall harvest dinner to be held alfresco at Woodlawn Plantation.

GOOD News: Shelter Dog Joins the Force, Summer Restaurant Week, Best Small Town + ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Heartwarming and positive stories from our Patch sites in Northern Virginia and DC.

Metro Richmond Zoo Welcomes Endangered Baby Tapir

The Zoo announced the July 29 birth of an endangered Brazilian Tapir Monday.

GOOD News: Bao Bao's Birthday, Affordable Housing, Sunset Cinema + School Supply Drives

Heartwarming and positive stories from our Patch sites in Northern Virginia and DC.

GOOD News: Mayor Tribute, Scholarship Program Recognized, National Night Out Plans + Restaurant Openings

Plus, Springfield on FBI 'short list' for possible HQ and 'The Butler' author will hold lecture, book signing in Alexandria.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Fairfax County Car Dealership shows Good Will Gesture to Housing Organization

Sheehy Honda of Alexandria donates $7,500 to Good Shepherd Housing.

Good News: Boy Meets Service Dog, Sick Dog Meets Forever Family and This Citizen of the Year Rocks!

Plus, the viral wedding proposal that creates a high bar for the wedding reception video.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Black Cats Have Bad Luck Finding Homes, Fairfax Shelter Workers Say

Black cats and dark-colored animals in general are often overlooked at shelters, but the Fairfax County Animal Shelter aims to change that with this weekend's adoption event.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Pink Firetrucks to Visit Reston Town Center in Fight Against Cancer

Fairfax County Firefighters and Pink Heals nonprofit join together Sunday.

Federation of Citizens Associations Names New Officers

The federation named the new officers at their first 2012-13 meeting.

Dominion Officials Discuss Derecho Outage, Line Burial

More than 65 percent of distribution facilities in the region are already underground.

PHOTOS: Moran Lends a Hand at UCM Food Pantry

More than 100 Route 1 residents visit food pantry daily.

Church Hosts Foot-Washing, Shoe Giveaway for Kids

Rising Hope UMC and N.C. church partnered Tuesday to serve 250 children.

Area Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Potentially heavy downpours could lead to flash flooding.

Photos: Mount Vernon at Home Gala at River Farm

Turnout consisted of members, supporters and volunteers.

Potomac Named a 'Most Endangered' River

American Rivers' annual list puts Potomac River at the top, citing concerns about whether Congress will weaken the Clean Water Act.

Residents Believe Route 1 'Improving,' Survey Finds

Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation releases results of recent consumer survey.

Space Shuttle to Fly Over Alexandria

Flight will occur Tuesday between 10 and 11 a.m.

Old-Timers Share History of Route 1

Group of senior citizens meets every morning at McDonald’s.