News Briefs
News Briefs
Senior Living: Six Stress Reduction Tips for Caregivers
April is National Stress Awareness Month
Tips for family caregivers from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
6 Percent ‘Across the Board’ Raise?
Sole school board member challenges top FCPS staff salary increases
Pay Raise
No to Arena Deal; Yes, Bipartisan Budget!
Arena deal off
Cappies Review: Into the Woods at Bishop Ireton High School
Get prepared to be transported into a spellbinding fusion of classic fairy tales in Bishop Ireton's showcase of “Into the Woods.”
Essential Workers Appreciation
MVCS hosts 3rd annual event.
“It’s entertaining to visit the schools once a week.” — ASO Master Deputy Wakeatin Carter
Alloy Personal Training Opens in Old Town
Long-time Alexandria resident Russ Merbeth hosted the Grand Opening of Virginia’s first Alloy Personal Training studio in Old Town Alexandria, along with Alexandria Vice Mayor Amy Jackson and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce.
Living Legends: The Dynamic Duo
Patty and Kate Moran making a difference in Del Ray.
Living Legends “It’s addictive here. The people are so easy to get along with.” — Patty Moran
Arlington Doctor Who Illegally Flooded Region with Oxycodone Sentenced to 10 Years
An Arlington woman convicted of illegally prescribing and distributing over a million oxycodone pills was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Wrap Up for March Board Meeting
Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Regular County Board Meeting
Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Regular County Board Meeting
Arlington’s Casual Adventure Seeks Socks to Recycle
Socks are one of the most thrown out clothing item, clogging landfills
"There is a tremendous enthusiasm for the whole repurpose movement. People love the idea of finding a new home or a new way to use something that would otherwise be discarded. Casual Adventure goes above and beyond to reach out to the community to make people more aware of the program. Year after year, people continue to find socks to bring in. Casual Adventure has always ranked in the top 10 nationally which is a win/win for everybody involved." — Mitchell McGuinness, Smartwool Regional Representative
Stanley Clarke Brinkley, 61, Dies March 24
Stanley Clarke Brinkley, 61, died Sunday, March 24 after a brief illness.
Information for Candidates for Local Elected Office in Alexandria
The City of Alexandria is providing information for candidates interested in running for local elected offices.
$1 Billion in Refunds for Tax Year 2020 Unclaimed
Taxpayers face May 17 deadline.
The Internal Revenue Service says that almost 940,000 people across the nation have unclaimed refunds for tax year 2020 but face a May 17 deadline to submit their tax returns.
Land-Use Group Holds Supervisor’s Feet to the Fire
Committee and MWAA explain their opposition to Agape plan.
It’s one thing to deliberately misrepresent a group’s opinion about a project and another to use that opinion to help sway a vote.
“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.