Efforts to Curb Pollution and Richmond Highway Development, Part Two: Unintended Consequences

Development on the Richmond Highway corridor has resulted in unintended consequences that pose threats to the Potomac River.

Efforts to Curb Pollution and Richmond Highway Development

Development on the Richmond Highway corridor has resulted in unintended consequences that pose threats to the Potomac River. Second in a series.

One if By Land, Two if By Right

Revitalization is largely a matter of market economics, and community support plays a key role in determining the market.

Ashes to Ashes

What will you give up for Lent? Whatever it is, make it count for something.

Richmond Highway Development & Water Pollution, Part One: The Problem and Its Origins

With new development coming to Richmond Highway, knowledge is needed to understand how past development has affected the natural assets of neighborhoods especially as it relates to water pollution.

The Religious Liberty of Pity

Compassion is the fuel in the engine of faith. It carries us straight into the presence of God.

Thinking Big

Challenging the conventional wisdom about there being no vision for Richmond Highway and encouraging the community to Think Big about the future.

Valentines Day - How Sweet It Is

Every February, my kids tell their friends they are loved, they are special, and they are needed. What if we, as adults, followed this example?

A New Look at Richmond Highway

David Versel is a new contributor to Patch. This is an introduction to his world as the Executive Director of the Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation (SFDC).

Telling the Truth

Is the Bible true, or does the Bible tell the truth? The answer may surprise you.

"Lead Like A General" at Annual Meeting

New Directors elected and "Lead Like A General" at the Chamber's Annual Meeting.

Nexus News: Suicide Prevention for the Young

This issue answers common questions about suicide in children and teens.

Local Delegate Makes His Mark With Controversial New Tax Proposals

Delegate Scott Surovell has started off the 2012 General Assembly by supporting three very controversial bills that increase different taxes in Virginia.

Telling Our Story

Our supporters are often the best ambassadors of our work. After one of our funders spotlights our work, I process what it means.

Approaching Your Yoga Practice, Safely

Play it safe with these tips for a healthy yoga practice.

2011 Top Ten Highlights of Chamber of Commerce

Business highlights of 2011 from the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce.

Intention Is Everything

Let go of resolutions and set an intention for the new year. One that will bring long lasting change, and you CAN achieve!

Reflections At The Manger

God continues to enter our lives from the shadows of our vulnerabilities and disappointments

Touched by the Holiday Spirit

A quest to get help for my son's messy handwriting leads this author to Mrs. Claus!

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year...Isn't It?

It’s the most “wonderful time,” and it can also feel like the “most loneliest” time, of the year.

Feeling Rushed? Shop Local!

Local business have unique holiday ideas and will save you time during this busy season.

Leaving Lipitor – Can Dietary Changes Lower Cholesterol?

Learn how 68 year old Yates Dowell changed his lifestyle to successfully lower his cholesterol, and discover steps YOU can take, without medication!

Shop Local for the Holidays: 'Small Business Saturday' Nov. 26

"Small Business Saturday" is November 26. Shop local for the holidays to keep more of your money in the local community.

Go Against The Grain – Thriving Without Gluten

We are officially in the “eating season”. From Halloween through New Year’s Day, you’ll be surrounded by tempting foods. How does food affect our health? Can we heal ourselves with a change in diet?

Welcome to the NEXUS News Blog!

An introduction to NEXUS and what it does for youth affected by mental illness.

Mr. Clark Tells His Story

A GSH client tells his story and the impact GSH has had on his life.

The Importance of Being Still

Can you be still? I mean really still. For just five minutes. No scratching or fidgeting. Quiet the mind. Focus on the breath. Was this a challenge? Why is the simple act of stillness so difficult?

Ring Them Bells

...the grace of that innocence is that my days may start with this small gesture of generosity now.

Dog Obedience Classes Have a Lot To Teach Everyone

A twenty by twenty room filled with wet, barking dogs in need of obedience training. You get the picture.

Teaching Social Skills

This week, I taught my students conversational and social skills through a social coffee hour.

Food: The Common Thread

In week two of my teaching experience at Progreso Hispano, I taught my students a unit on food and all its nuances.

First Day at Progreso Hispano

A volunteer ESL teacher reflects on her first day of teaching at a local nonprofit.

Firsthand Perspective

An email response from a client assisted years ago. Her message to others in a similar situation — don't give up!

Support Our Troops. Become a Community Healer

Community healers have a unique opportunity to help heal the soul sounds of war. Let's help bring our troops all the way home.

Applauding a GSH Champion

GSH remembers former board member and regular volunteer, Fran Garman.

A Job Well Done

Allie Busching applied her book knowledge of social work to a summer internship at GSH.

Acting Like A Business

I'm pondering the idea that just because the corporate community has downsized, the nonprofit community should do so, as well.

Being Present

What is this power that puppies and young children have?

Our Own Backyard

Discovering Huntley Meadows, and wondering what else I've missed.

Trip To The Vet And Growing Like A Weed

Retractable leashes, plastic pooper bags in little plastic fire hydrants, organic puppy chow, and nylon chewing bones — the list just goes on.