A grant will help nonprofit United Community's summer camp provide hands-on activities to make STEM education accessible and fun.
A road named for Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee on the Army's Fort Belvoir has a new name honoring desegregation of the military.
Fairfax County activated its heat plan with cooling centers available as heat index values could reach up to 111 degrees.
From replacing voting machines to security upgrades at county facilities, here's what supervisors are considering for the carryover budget.
A concept design for the proposed Penn Daw Fire Station and relocated homeless shelter will be presented at a community meeting.
Christopher Morgan is a candidate for Mount Vernon District supervisor and has raised concerns about colocating a fire station and shelter.
The invasive spotted lanternfly, which can be destructive to plants, were previously found in Fairfax County. Here's what to know this year.
Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum
Nearly two years after the successful Save River Farm campaign, the American Horticultural Society will celebrate 50 years at River Farm.
Prosecutors say an Alexandria man fraudulently inflated the tax returns owned to clients he prepared tax returns for.
Historians whose books are nominated for the George Washington Prize will be part of a panel discussion together at Mount Vernon.
No injuries have been reported in a Wednesday afternoon fire in the Mount Vernon area, according to Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.
Capital Chicken is no longer at Mount Vernon Plaza and will hold a ribbon cutting for its new location.
Metro is seeking feedback on potential extensions, including extending Blue or Silver Line service to more stations.
Nonprofit United Community is collecting school supply donations to help hundreds of children that will head back to school.
A man wanted for nearly two months after a homicide has been indicted in Fairfax County court.
A historic marker in the Richmond Highway corridor will be unveiled for the woman who successfully challenged Virginia's tax on voting.
A survey found more opposition than support for Richmond Highway's new speed limit and lingering safety concerns in Fairfax County.
As the temperatures rise across the country, extreme heat can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer's
With National Ice Cream Day coming on Sunday, Patch would like to hear from Greater Alexandria readers where they go for a frozen treat.
The Fairfax County Park Authority recently banned "kite fighting" in its parks, calling it a hazard to people and its parks.
A two-vehicle crash in the Groveton area caused life-threatening injuries to a minor passenger, leading to charges for the other driver.
Over a month since a portion of Richmond Highway changed to a 35 mph speed limit, Patch wants to know your thoughts. Fill out our survey.
Police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public after a stabbing Sunday.
Income-eligible seniors will be able to apply for affordable rentals in the Hybla Valley, Franconia, Reston and Falls Church/McLean areas.
A man being held at the Fairfax County jail was taken to the hospital and died the next day. Police are investigating his death.
While Mount Vernon Rec Center is already closed for a multi-year project, another rec center will temporarily close for maintenance.
People from 53 countries will become U.S. citizens on the grounds of the first president's estate during a July 4 ceremony.
An employee with Department of Family Services is facing rape and sodomy charges related to an incident in the Mount Vernon Police District.
Patch has your guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations around greater Alexandria and Mount Vernon.
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Here are the closures to know for the July 4 holiday and events around greater Alexandria.
Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail regularly holds volunteer events to improve the trail. The latest will focus on Dyke Marsh.
Getting things done around the house has never been easier.
A 3-year-old child is the victim of a fatal fall from an apartment building, according to a media report.
Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.
Law enforcement who responded to the Richmond Highway barricade were praised for peacefully ending the standoff.
The latest restaurant inspections included numerous restaurants with no violations and others with one or multiple violations.
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around greater Alexandria.