Darien and Betsy Bates welcomed their first child, Alban Lee Bates, into the world on Jan. 31, the couple reports from their home in New York City.

Alexandria resident Will Radle has announced he'll challenge Rep. Jim Moran for the Democratic nomination for the 8th District this year, charging Moran with "selling out while he bails out crony capitalists while ordinary Americans lose their jobs, their homes and their hopes."

Got plans Saturday? If not, clear your schedule and make a beeline for Mad Fox for their Barleywine Festival. Kicking off at 11 a.m., the second annual beer fest will feature Mad Fox's own barleywine as well as those from their favorite breweries.

City of Falls Church Mayor Nader Baroukh recently announced his proposal to his longtime companion and sweetheart Bernadette Fancuberta. With Valentine's Day, the holiday of romantic love, soon upon us, we at the News-Press asked Baroukh and his fiancée to give readers a glimpse into their story.