Be the Change You Want to See

We are determined to be positive peer leaders and invite other teens to join us in the UPC Youth Council.

7 Odd Items Included in Tax-Free Weekend

Back-to-school shoppers can pick up a number of not-so-school-related items during Virginia’s tax-free weekend beginning Friday, Aug. 1

Porch Fire Does $50,000 Damage at Buckman Road Home

No one was home when the fire broke out Tuesday morning, fire officials said.

Daily Digest: FBI Headquarters, Kissing Bug, New Restaurant, Cirque du Soleil + Arson Suspect Caught on Camera

Plus, what same sex ruling means in VA, jewelry store employee charged with staging robbery and Arlington County Fair to kick off next week.

Community Welcome Reception for Fort Belvoir Commander

Community Welcome Reception September 9, for the new Fort Belvoir Commander Col. Michelle D. Mitchell

School Supplies

Good Shepherd Housing & Family Services is now accepting school supply donations for the 2014/2015 school year.

Rare Piglets Born at Mount Vernon

The baby pigs are reportedly an extremely rare breed called Ossabaw Island Hogs, believed to be the same breed Washington had on the estate in 1799.

11th Annual Great Falls Studios (GFS) Art Tour

Mind and Body: How can you help our community be healthy?...

Demolition Contractor

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.

Sen. Warner Meets with President's Nominee to Lead Veterans Affairs

Senator emphasized two Virginia-based initiatives that would help transform operations at the embattled agency

Zumba Masterclass Extravaganza

Mt Vernon single family homes for sale under $450,000

N2 Publishing, A Challenging and Rewarding Career

The Computer Show and Sale 7/26-27 Laurel MD - Free Admission

The Computer Show and Sale 7/26-27 Laurel MD - Free Admission

High School Seniors-College Admission

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.

Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys Perform Friday Night at Grist Mill Park

Free concert is courtesy of Fairfax County.

GO AHEAD! PLAY WITH YOUR FOOD.

MORE FOOD FOR THOUGHT . . .

URGENT FINANCIAL REQUEST FOR THE FAIRFAX COUNTY COMMUNITY

Make a difference, mentor a local fifth-grade youth!

A Library Jubilee!

Growing Down: Watching Costs While Finishing Your Basement

Growing Down: Watching Costs While Finishing Your Basement

Growing Down: Watching Costs While Finishing Your Basement

Rock & Stroll

RSVP Orientation - Falls Church

Scholarship Dinner to Benefit Cameroon

Run for Shelter

Zumba and Cocktails 2014 for CMCS!

Mt Vernon condos/townhomes for sale

The Laramie Project (Play)

Love is Spoken Here: An Evening of Music and Inspiration

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

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.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT . . .

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Xtreme Hike