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Another Opportunity to Talk About It
Super Bowl Sunday is Sunday, Feb. 7, and often more about the parties than the game.
Editorial: Economic Development in Virginia
The General Assembly prides itself in providing a pro-business climate, but refuses infusion of more than $3 billion annually.
Hundreds of bills before this year’s General Assembly session focus on “business climate,” providing incentives for businesses to locate and expand here, extending tax exemptions and tax credits, encouraging international trade, reducing regulation and many other approaches perceived as pro-business.
Marking American Heart Month
Month-long observance raises awareness about cardiovascular disease and the role of aerobic exercise in preventing it.
Music is thumping, sweat is dripping and hearts are pounding. In a packed aerobic dance studio, students move in the name of health.
Volunteer Fairfax Seeks Nominations, New Deadline Feb. 9
Awards recognize the contributions of volunteers in the community.
Nominations are open for the 2016 Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards.
Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Feb. 5-14
Entertainment
Events near Alexandria and Mount Vernon, Va.
Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Jan. 29-Feb. 7
Entertainment
Events in Alexandria and Mount Vernon, Va.
Mount Vernon: Several Projects Taking Shape in 2016
Including commercial, residential, hospital and U.S. Army.
The former Penn Daw Plaza shopping center was rezoned as part of a 2012 Comprehensive Plan amendment for the Penn Daw area and is set to be replaced by a mixed-use development. The development, now named “South Alex,” will feature 400 apartments, 41 townhomes and 44,000 square-feet of ground-level retail space. The project team is hoping to break ground by the second quarter of 2016.
Snowstorm Q&A: West Potomac’s Lisenby Got into Snowball Fights
Snowstorm Q&A with West Potomac junior Brandan Lisenby.
Snowstorm Q&A: Mount Vernon's Ray Spent Quality Time with Family
Snowstorm Q&A with Mount Vernon guard Chanise Ray.
Mount Vernon Snapshot: Discussing Renovations
The Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club dined at the newly renovated Cedar Knolls restaurant on the George Washington Parkway on Jan. 6. The new managing partner and chef, Andrew Holden, spoke to the club about the process of organizing the renovations of a historical restaurant, and his plans for future expansion of dining arrangements and then getting into lunch service. After his presentation, Club President Joanne Malkin, on right, and president-elect Vivien Peterson, on left, presented Holden with a club baseball cap as a token of appreciation.
Mount Vernon Letter: Doomed Proposal
Letter to the Editor
In last week's Gazette, newly elected state Sen. Scott Surovell discussed a portion of his 2016 legislative agenda.
Mount Vernon Letter: Kudos on Snow Removal
Letter to the Editor
For the first time in the 18 years I have lived on Duke Drive, the VDOT snow plow came down my side of the street after I sought constituent services from our new state delegate, Paul Krizek.
Mount Vernon Letter: An Invitation
Letter to the Editor
I have a suggestion for Mr. Medico (Letter: “Efforts Still Infringe on Rights”) and Mr. Spiegel (Letter: “Gun Laws not Being Enforced”). Rather than trading barbs, claims and counter claims, how about all of us go out to dinner, talk and see if there is any common ground.
Mount Vernon Column: Reining in Predatory Towing
Commentary
Aside from the snowstorm of the century, this week brought the start of consideration of legislation and initial work on our state budget.
Mount Vernon Column: Time To Raise Minimum Wage
Commentary
Many readers know that I work for a nonprofit headquartered on Richmond Highway, in the heart of Mount Vernon. Small nonprofits like mine face many of the same troubles as small businesses: money is always hard to come by and we must operate within very small margins. Indeed, we rely on the generosity of the public for our support. Many of the people we serve are barely making it; they work long hours and struggle to get by. Helping people is what we do but wouldn’t it be better if they could do more to help themselves? The best way to make that happen is to raise the minimum wage.
Mount Vernon Brief: McNaughton Renovation to Start
Groundbreaking ceremonies are scheduled at noon on Saturday, Jan. 30, for the Fairfax County Park Authority’s renovation of the baseball fields at McNaughton Park, 5320 Pole Road, in Alexandria. The public is invited to these brief ceremonies featuring local officials, members of the Park Authority Board and the athletic community.
Mount Vernon: Missing Cat
Summer Breeze got lost Jan. 21 behind the Hybla Valley Veterinary Hospital in Alexandria. She is an indoor cat and very skittish. If seen, call Christy at 703-209-0306 or 703-360-0758 or Raychel at 571-235-5467.
Mount Vernon: Fort Hunt’s Care and Share Meals hand-delivered before Jonas
Every weekend, Fort Hunt Elementary School’s Care and Share program typically provides three ready-made meals for each day away from school to more than 30 children in the school’s community.
FCPS Award Nominations Sought
The nomination deadline is Feb. 3.