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Panel votes down motion to rescind Lusby Villas decision
A motion to rescind an earlier decision to advance a controversial apartment project in Lusby was defeated during the July 17 meeting of the Calvert County Planning Commission. The split vote, with commission chairman and Lusby resident John Toohey voting opposed, likely means the Lusby Villas project will be on the panel’s August agenda as it continues to near fruition. If it is built, Lusby Villas would add 276 dwelling units on a 26.23-acre parcel in an area of the town center that is zoned...
Secretary tours St. Mary's with aim at reducing housing shortage
St. Mary’s County has experienced a housing shortage for years but steps are underway to help fix the problem. And one of those steps came in the form of Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day and his team, who toured the county Tuesday afternoon. The tour was the 13th stop in the state housing department’s Day Trip series, which allows the housing secretary and his senior...
Sunderland couple re-enact first date on North Beach boardwalk
What started as a first date 20 years ago became an annual tradition for a Calvert couple who return to North Beach every year to recreate when they first met and ice cream sparked their romance. Kevin Clark, 68, and Mary Clark, 71, of Sunderland met 20 years ago on July 17, 2004, on the North Beach boardwalk. They were both divorced at the time, and they connected online through eHarmony. ...
Pep rally in Bethesda celebrates 3 Montgomery County natives heading to Olympics for swimming
BETHESDA, Md. (DC News Now) — Many gathered at a pep rally in Bethesda to cheer on three swimmers from Montgomery County who are going to compete in the Olympics. Representing 15% of the U.S. Olympic Women’s Swimming Team, Katie Ledecky, Phoebe Bacon and Erin Gemmell all attended Stone Ridge School and will be heading […]
Groups demonstrate in downtown Baltimore against investing in gas infrastructure
A coalition of groups demonstrated Thursday in downtown Baltimore over gas. The coalition, including members of CASA, the Climate Action Network and the Maryland PIRG Foundation, called on Maryland's utilities to stop investing in gas infrastructure. A report from the Office of the People's Counsel found gas utility spending increased...
Environmental groups in the region voice concerns about data centers
A meeting room at the downtown Fredericksburg branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library was filled to capacity Wednesday evening, as concerned citizens gathered to hear from local representatives from the Sierra Club and Friends of the Rappahannock about data centers. It was so filled that it exceeded the fire...
Maryland wrestler aims to be the greatest of all time
Aaron Brooks, a standout wrestler from Hagerstown, Maryland, is set to make his Olympic debut in Paris. According to this family, Brooks is likely the first Olympian ever from his hometown. Brooks, who recently won the prestigious Hodge Trophy as the nation’s top collegiate wrestler, has been chasing his dream...
Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair begins Friday
Corndogs, cotton candy and funnel cake are on deck in Fredericksburg for the next 10 days. The Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair begins Friday and ends Aug. 4. Gates open at 5 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. each weekday. On weekends, gates open at 1 p.m. and close at 10 p.m.
Spotsy Driver Admits To Drinking, Driving Before Crash At Fredericksburg Intersection: Police
A Spotsylvania woman was arrested after smashing into another driver in Fredericksburg while allegedly driving under the influence, police say.Over the weekend, an officer on patrol in downtown Fredericksburg spotted a red Toyota RAV 4 that blew through the stop sign at the intersection of Fauquier…
Parts Of Catoctin Mountain Park To Close This Weekend
The National Park Service says it’s due to increased security. Catoctin Mountain Park visitor center (Photo from Catoctin Mt. Park’s website) Thurmont, Md (KM) Portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed this weekend due to security reasons. The National Park Service says the closure will begin on...
Smallest and largest homes sold in Alexandria (June 2024)
Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the smallest and largest homes sold last month (June 2024). 3705 Taft Ave — Seminary Hill — $1,590,000 (6 beds | 4.5 baths | 4,948 sq. ft.) 303 Rucker Place —...
Theatre News: Best Medicine Rep Announces Its 8th Season
Yes, we’re still looking for a home, but we have big plans for the coming year, with two new comedies on the calendar!. Did someone leave you off their holiday card list? What is the proper etiquette for that cousin you had the fight with? Never fear! Jennifer Faletto’s hilarious, adult sketch show, Rules for Writing Christmas Cards, will take you through every step and misstep this holiday season. Directed by John Morogiello.
What’s Up in Alexandria This Weekend: Aslin Summer Games; Beats, Bites, and Brews in Old Town; and more
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend, Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to ALXnow. Friday, July 26. Things To Do. 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Mr. Lilo at Charles E....
61 animals seized and rescued from a Kearneysville home
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control report the rescue of 61 animals from a Kearneysville home. After receiving complaints from citizens Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control secured warrants for 32 Cottage Road in Kearneysville. On July 18 authorities on site confirmed animals were living in...
‘Kill switch engaged’: Pa. man indicted for threatening Sen. Mastriano, others
A federal grand jury has indicted a Franklin County man for making threats against state Sen. Doug Mastriano, a Pennsylvania Air National Guard sergeant and a county commissioner. The grand jury indicted Richard Little, 49, of the 2800 block of Roosevelt Drive, Greene Township, on separate counts of making online...
Weiss Earns Elite Certification Central Fort Bend Chamber leader part of latest Certified Chamber Executive class
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — July 24, 2024 — Kristin Weiss, CCE, IOM, President & CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber, has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Virginia, that has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry.
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