'WOW' Houses: Historic Properties, Lush Lawns, Sparkling Pools

Take a look at some special properties currently on the market and recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Missing Man Found Dead, New Highway Dollars, Home Inspector Sex Assault: Top Posts

Some of our top posts in Va. and D.C., including Wegmans opening plans. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch!

$1 Million in Additional NVTA Funding Allocated for Route 1 Improvements

Additional funds will provide improvements on Route 1 from Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (Roy Rogers to Napper Road (Costco).

Shooting in Reston, First Lady to Visit School, Triple Murder Trial Moved: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in the region, including news that a popular pub is turning 10. Plus, how to share your local news and events.

Three Injured in Head-On Crash on Richmond Highway: Police

Thursday morning incident shut down Route 1 in both directions near Fort Belvoir.

"Blue Collar Boys" Wins Best Feature Film at Northern Virginia International Film Festival

"Blue Collar Boys" was nominated for nine awards at the first annual NOVA Film Festival and took home Best Feature Film.

Westgrove Spring Multi-Family Yard Sales April 25

Westgrove Spring Multi-Family Yard Sales April 25

Foster Dad Charged With Murder, First Lady to Visit Manassas, Home Inspector Sex Assault: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in the region, including news that D.C. is Chipotle's No. 1 town. Plus, how to share your local news and events.

Making Good College Decisions

High school seniors will be making college choices soon. Before heading off, let’s talk about college drinking.

Mutts Matter: Smiling Shae

Meet Shae, a sweet Lab mix with a gentle and affectionate nature looking for her new family.

More Than 1,000 Mourn Grace Mann, Brews with Views, Girls' 'Fight Club' + More

Some of our top posts in Virginia, including a public safety exercise taking place at a local landmark. Plus, how to share news on Patch!

Online Auction--Loads of bargains

Get fabulous deals from an extraordinary Online Auction for an extraordinary local school! Get 1st dibs:)

NEXUS - Caring Together Free Forum & Meal April 30; 1pm-9pm Virginia Hills; NIMH Keynoter, FCPS and County Experts tell how to keep kids kool - Call 703-660-2327 to Register

NEXUS Discussion: How do we keep kids healthy happy and strong in a stressful world at risk of trauma, PTSD &; aggressive behavior?

Single Mother Was Killed, White House Fence Jumper Arrested: Top Posts

Some of our top posts in Va. and D.C., including a local hiking trip by the Obamas. Plus, how to share your news, events and pics at Patch!

Maryland Man Leads Police on Car, Foot Chase

Incident Friday afternoon started on Richmond Highway and ended at dead end on Janna Lee Avenue.

GOOD News: Little League Opening Day, Honoring Fallen Firefighter, New Farmers Market + More

Start your week off with some of the more upbeat news recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Gyrocopter Lands at Capitol, Britt McHenry Towing Rant, Car Crashes Annandale Bakery: News Nearby

Some top posts this week in Virginia and D.C, including the "suspicious death" of a single mother. Plus, share your local news on Patch!

'WOW' Houses: Wraparound Porches, Historic Estates, Wooded Acres + More

In the market for a new home? Take a look at some special properties recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

'Suspicious Death' of Single Mom, Sportscaster Rant Fallout, College Homicide Arrest: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Virginia, including a road rage incident that ended with a busted up sports car. Plus, how to share news on Patch!

Opioid Addiction Hits Here

The opioid addiction epidemic has no stereotypical victim. It is affecting people of ALL walks of life, ALL income levels, ALL backgrounds.

ESPN Sportscaster's Tirade in Arlington, Teen Charged with Murder, Lilly Pulitzer for Target Sale: News Nearby

Some of our top posts, including man thrown 30 feet in car crash on Key Bridge. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

Hollywood Casino Hosts Floyd Mayweather, Jr. and Manny Pacquiao Viewing Event

"Fight of the Century" Screening on May 2

Huge Community-Wide Yard Sale!

Over 26 families on 12 streets throughout Riverside Gardens. Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 am-Noon.

Pilot's Capitol Lawn Landing, 'Nursing Lounge' Criticism, Voting Machine Trouble: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including two recent child pornography arrests. Plus, how you can share your news, events and pics at Patch

Epiphany Morning Market & Community Sale - April 25

APRIL 25: Morning Market & Community Sale (8 am - 2 pm) - Over a dozen crafters, vendors and community yard sale.

Fairfax County Police Public Information Officer Charged in Child Porn Case

Bud Walker, a spokesman for the Fairfax County Police Department, remains on leave with pay, police say.

'Black Hat Bandits' Break, Redskins Stadium Push, Fire Station with No Firefighters: News Nearby

Some of our top posts, including police nab a 16-year old impersonating a cop. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

Body Found in Herndon, Car Crashes Through Bakery, Equal Pay Day Discounts: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including a special Pop Tart flavor from one area eatery. Plus, how to share your local news at Patch!

Debate Scheduled for Mt. Vernon Supervisor Candidates

Four candidates will meet to discuss the issues Tuesday night.

GOOD News: Cherry Blossom Photos, Obamas Visit Alexandria, Reston Celebrates a Birthday + More

Start your week off with some of the more upbeat news featured recently on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

HIRING? Post Your Job On Mount Vernon Patch In Just 3 Clicks

Patch offers businesses an easy and convenient way to connect with qualified job candidates, both near and far.

Hotel Homicide Arrest, 'Sharp-Dressed Bandit' Caught, Cherry Blossoms!: Top Posts

Some of our top posts this week in Virginia and D.C., including a D.C. power outage. Plus, how to share your news, events and pics at Patch.

'WOW' Houses: Riverfront Views, Concierge Comforts, Former Dairy Barn + More

In the market for a new home? Take a look at some special properties recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Cherry Blossom Traffic Alert, Webcam; Car Hits Jogger; New Metro Cars: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Va. and D.C., including a three-year-old stabbed in Woodbridge. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

Join us for the 13th annual Carpenter's Cook Off to help end homelessness in Northern VA!

Carpenter's Cook Off is a great community event to help support the work of Carpenter Shelter. The event will be at the Birchmere on 4/26!

Secret Service Driving Tips, 'Sharp-Dressed Bandit' Suspect Nabbed, Keeping Coyotes at Bay: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Va. and D.C., including return of Pirate Fest in Reston. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics.

Pedophile Sting Arrests, Sudden Student Death, Sobriety Checkpoints: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Va. and D.C., including a new Starbucks. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics.

Mutts Matter: Sugar's Unlikely Rescue

Meet Sugar, a sweet, social pup who defied the odds to make it into rescue, and is a great ambassador for her breed.

White House Power Outage, Fatal Trash Truck Crash, New Noise Ordinance Proposed: News Nearby

Some of our top post in Virginia and D.C., Plus, how to share your local news, events and pic

Losing a Son to Drugs

The opiate/heroin problem is epidemic in Fairfax County. Learn more at “Painkillers & Heroin: Our Community Problem” on April 13.