Star Student Athlete: McLean 14-Year-Old Donates Used Sports Equipment

We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Star Student Athletes: McLean Twins Make Positive Impact On Community

We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Watershed Cleanup Day At Scott's Run Nature Preserve In McLean

The Great Falls Group of the Sierra Club is holding a watershed cleanup event Saturday morning at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve in McLean.

Dark Skies Celebration Coming To Lewinsville Park In McLean

The McLean Citizens Association is partnering with the Fairfax County Park Authority to celebrate the importance of dark skies.

Pumpkin Garland-Making Event Coming To Dolley Madison Library

Fairfax County Public Library is holding a pumpkin garland-making event for children on Tuesday at Dolley Madison Library in McLean.

Donors Needed For Blood Drive At McLean Community Center

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the McLean Community Center on Thursday. Appointment slots are still available.

Black Bear Caught On Video Rummaging For Food In McLean Backyard

A black bear was spotted rummaging for food in a trash bin Sunday afternoon at a home near McLean Hamlet Park.

Top VA News: Worst NFL Stadium, Royal Beagle Rescue, Best Colleges

Top VA news includes Fedex Field called worst NFL stadium, best colleges, Envigo beagle rescued by a prince, and back to school photos.

McLean Resident Joins Pan-Mass Challenge For Cancer Research

The Pan-Mass Challenge will feature thousands of riders raising funds to support cancer research and care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Lidl Holds Kids Drawing Competition To Benefit McLean Food Bank

Lidl is holding a drawing competition for children at its new McLean store as part of a benefit for SHARE of McLean food bank.

McLean Volunteer Fire Department, Inova To Host Blood Drive On July 29

The McLean Volunteer Fire Department is partnering with Inova to host a blood drive on Friday, July 29 from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

McLean Teen Wins State Google Doodle Contest

Kennedy Ferguson, a student at The Potomac School in McLean, was the Virginia state winner of the 14th annual Doodle for Google contest.

Craftsman Auto Care To Host Catalytic Converter Prevention Events

Fairfax County Police's McLean District is partnering with Craftsman Auto Care on free catalytic converter theft prevention events.

Community Center Plan, Dolley Madison Corridor Among MCA Meeting Items

The McLean Citizens Association's board of directors will meet virtually on Wednesday at 7 p.m. to consider several agenda items.

MARS, Incorporated Partners with McLean Youth Soccer

MARS to be official sponsor of MYS travel program jerseys.

McLean Community Center To Hold Public Hearing On Strategic Plan

The McLean Community Center is holding a public hearing on Wednesday, July 6 to get feedback on its draft five-year strategic plan.

Teen Character Awards To Be Presented At McLean Day

Nine teens will receive Teen Character Awards from the McLean Citizens Association at a McLean Day ceremony.

Express Lanes Preparations, 500 Affordable Housing Units | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes Boeing moving HQ to Northern Virginia, Turbo Tax restitution, and state employees remote work option ending.

Over 21,000 Meals Packed By McLean School For Ukrainians

Students studying global issues and parents organized the meal packing effort to benefit Ukrainians displaced during the Russian invasion.

Drivers Needed At Shepherd's Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church

Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church is seeking volunteers to drive seniors to medical appointments or run errands to stores.

McLean Resident Honored At Volunteer Fairfax Awards

The 30th Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards featured winners selected by judges and Community Champions chosen by supervisors.

Flower And Garden, Chocolate Festivals: DC, NoVA Weekend Events

Families can join Earth Day events, sports games, garden tours, a veg fest, film fest and much more this upcoming weekend.

McLean Chocolate Festival Returns To Sweeten Your April

The McLean Rotary will hold its Chocolate Festival in April after a cancellation in 2021.

Petalpalooza Fireworks, Easter Egg Hunts: DC, NoVA Weekend Events

Families can join various egg hunts leading up to Easter, Pandaversary Party​ at the National Zoo, DC Emancipation Day​ and more.

First Female Eagle Scout In McLean's Oldest Boy Scout Troop Named

Rishika Singh, 15, became the first girl in McLean BSA Troop 128 to become an Eagle Scout, the highest Scouting rank.

Spring Community Yard Sale Planned In McLean This Weekend

Browse up to 50 vendors at the McLean Community Center's community sale this upcoming Sunday.

Tornado Damage, Second COVID Booster, Animal Cruelty Video | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes lawmakers' Silver Line delay concerns, fetuses in anti-abortion activist's home, and native tribe gets land back.

Niche 2022 Best Places To Live: How McLean Ranks In DC Region, VA

Niche, a platform for community and school ratings, released its best places to live rankings based on data and community reviews.

$1,000 For Ukraine Relief Raised From McLean Teacher's Art Class

A McLean teacher's one art class raised $1,000 to support Ukraine thanks to 21 families and anonymous donors.

New McLean Central Park Development Concept Presented

The revised concept for McLean Central Park has a new look for the amphitheater and adds a natural meadow.

McLean Teacher Turns To Art To Support Ukraine

A McLean art teacher will help students paint sunflowers to show solidarity with Ukraine and raise money for relief efforts.

McLean Central Park Development Concept Meeting Set For Wednesday

The rescheduled meeting will focus on a revised development concept for the 28-acre park after public input.

The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia: Community Foundation Receives $100,000 Gift To Support Critical Needs In Northern V ...

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Olympic Win For Virginian, Mask Opt-Out Legislation | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes fourth vaccine dose for immunocompromised, highway renamings considered and hearing on Metro railcar faults.

The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia: 2020-2021 ANNUAL REPORT: RESILIENCE

During the past year, our local government supported those most adversely impacted by the pandemic with new and innovative programs. Thi ...

COVID Memorial To Be Explored In Fairfax County

A board matter presented Tuesday seeks a cost estimate and options for a COVID-19 memorial on Fairfax County property.

The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia: Grant For Nueva Vida Supports Mental Health Intervention Program For Latinos In Nor ...

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Survey: What Topics Should McLean Patch Cover In 2022?

Is there development news or other news you would like to see covered more regularly? Let us know in our survey.

DC Temple To Host Open House, A Rare Look Inside For Public

A McLean Latter-Day Saints leader shares the significance of the DC Temple opening to the public for only the second time ever.

The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia: The Gemini 3 Group Launches Charitable Fund With $1.5M Donation To The Community Fo ...

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