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Fresh news, insights and analysis — with an independent streak — in and around Falls Church, Virginia.

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Apr
22
Meridian IB Art Show Highlights Students’ Learning, Creativity & Growth

Meridian IB Art Show Highlights Students’ Learning, Creativity & Growth

Many proud family-members, friends, and curious viewers circulated with excitement amidst the alluring, captivating, and radiant artwork displays showcased in
17 min read
Apr
17
Old School: Spare

Old School: Spare

By Carol McEwen, I’m sure you’re aware that a book came out not long ago with the above
3 min read
Apr
17
Letter to the Editor: Your Voice and Your Vote

Letter to the Editor: Your Voice and Your Vote

April 16, 2026, On Tuesday, Virginia voters will make a consequential decision through referendum. A ballot question will be considered
2 min read
Apr
16
Weekend Buzz: April 16, 2026

Weekend Buzz: April 16, 2026

So many great activities and events around town this weekend! Dine with alpacas. Celebrate Earth Day. Check out the city
44 min read
Apr
14
Falls Church Arts: '250 & Counting' Show Opens April 18

Falls Church Arts: '250 & Counting' Show Opens April 18

April 18 Evening Reception Launches Exhibition 'Commemorating the Nation's Semiquincentennial with Artistic Reflections, Future Visions' Following
4 min read
Apr
13
Your Gov't at Work: NoVa Reps Hear from Former Fed. Employees

Your Gov't at Work: NoVa Reps Hear from Former Fed. Employees

By Cindy Sieden, In Alexandria on April 7, the Alexandria Area Federal Employee Alumni Support Network met with a delegation
4 min read
Apr
10
Old School: Tuned In

Old School: Tuned In

By Carol McEwen, All of us have memories of our “firsts:” our first kiss, our first love, our first job,
3 min read
Apr
08
Letter: $1 Million 'Sidewalk to Nowhere' a Threat to Justice Park

Letter: $1 Million 'Sidewalk to Nowhere' a Threat to Justice Park

Not again! Justice Park Threatened by $1 Million Sidewalk to Nowhere. Fiscal Irresponsibility and a Threat to Green Space How
9 min read
Apr
07
F.C. Bulletin: April 7, 2026

F.C. Bulletin: April 7, 2026

1) Meet Two Candidates for the Proposed Va. 7th Congressional District: Va. Del. Saddam Salim and Former Fed. Prosecutor J.
18 min read
Apr
03
Old School: Gone but Not Forgotten

Old School: Gone but Not Forgotten

By Carol McEwen, As prices continue to soar, it’s little wonder that an Easter custom from the ‘40’s
2 min read