Commentary: Importance of Ad Hoc Commission’s Role
Letter to the Editor
Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of the commission, Mount Vernon Lee Chamber of Commerce is honored to provide testimony on the practices and policies of the Fairfax County Police Department to facilitate the discussion of this commission.
Obituary: Hugh A. McDermott
Hugh Arthur McDermott, born May 5, 1936 in Moore County, N.C., died Sept. 19, 2015. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering in 1959.
Mount Vernon Snapshot: Gala Honors Hyland
The American Horticultural Society’s 22nd annual gala, “Reflections of River Farm — A Step Back in Time,” included honoring Gerald W. Hyland, retiring Mount Vernon District supervisor (second from left). With him at the Sept. 19 event are Shirley Robson, Helen Walutes and John I. Morton.
Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church at 60
“What’s interesting about Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church is that it was not established from the top down, but rather by a group of Hollin Hills and Tauxemont families who wanted a liberal religious education for their children,” said the Rev. Kate Walker at the celebration of the church’s 60th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Mount Vernon: Candidates on ‘Inside Scoop’
The non-partisan Meet and Greet Candidates Forum for certified candidates competing for Clerk of the Court, Commonwealth Attorney, Sheriff, and Director of the Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District will be broadcast on Inside Scoop from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 28 on Channel 10.
Mount Vernon: Local Author Pens Second Novel
Stephen D. Hayes writes “Missing Letters.”
Longtime Belle Haven resident Stephen D. Hayes’ latest novel “Missing Letters” involves dealing with loss.
Mount Vernon Home Sales: August, 2015
In August, 2015, 112 homes sold between $2,075,000-$129,900 in the Mount Vernon area.
Mount Vernon Home Sales: August, 2015
Principal Nardos King Leaves Mount Vernon High School
On her last day, Mount Vernon High School principal Nardos King went into school trying to act like it wasn’t anything different. But as she walked through the halls, she couldn’t help but reminisce over the 20 years of different jobs and professional growth she experienced in the building.
Mount Vernon: Crowd Fills Candidate Forum
Without an incumbent running for Mount Vernon District supervisor, the candidates meet and greet event at the Sherwood Regional Library was understandably crowded. Republican Jane Gandee is running against Democratic primary winner Dan Storck to replace longtime supervisor Gerry Hyland (D-Mount Vernon), who announced he would not seek re-election last year.
Mount Vernon: Local Man Charged in Shooting Death
Freddy A. Bonilla Rodriguez of Alexandria was charged with second-degree murder in a Hybla Valley shooting that occurred Sept. 21.
Alexandria: Mount Vernon Football To Host T.C. Williams in Conference 7 Matchup
Majors 2-1 after beating TJ, Titans 1-2 after loss to Westfield.
The T.C. Williams football team will travel to face Mount Vernon on Friday, Sept. 25.
Mount Vernon: West Potomac To Face Early-Season Challenge Against Lake Braddock
Wolverines, Bruins both 3-0 entering Friday's matchup.
West Potomac and Lake Braddock are both 3-0 and will face one another Friday.
Mount Vernon: One of the Last of Its Kind
Variety Store sells more than 12,000 items.
“Experience the Nostalgia of an Old Five and Dime Store.” This statement is inscribed on the Variety Store business card, and reflects its commitment to the old school approach to retail store customer service. T
Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Sept. 11-20
Events in Alexandria City and the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax County, Va.
Letter: Time for No Tax Pledge
Letter to the Editor
A supervisor candidate campaign article “Seeking to Steer Fairfax County” published in the Mt. Vernon Gazette on Sept. 3-9, 2015 issue, describes what the Board of Supervisors (BOS) do in carrying out their responsibilities such as taxing and setting priorities for services to the public.