Tuesday, April 30
Who Best Represents Public Housing Residents in Alexandria?
Recent council appointment raises question about who gets to pick, and how.
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‘Barrier Against Default for Private Lenders’ in Alexandria?
Council will vote on funding for “green” building financing mechanism.
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Eco-City Alexandria: Mixed Reviews
Panel weighs in on progress, ahead of Earth Day city plan release.
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Jakarta Inducted as Alexandria’s Poet Laureate
Becomes first African American named to three-year term.
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Monday, April 29
‘Good Morning, Son’
Patrick Sullivan of North Springfield uses DNA kit 23-and-Me to unite with biological mother after his adoptive parents passed away.
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Sunday, April 28
LTA Delivers ‘The Savannah Disputation’
Evangelist comes knocking to save souls in this Southern comedy.
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Pipeline Playwrights Holds New Reading in Alexandria
“The Whole is Greater” play reading on Monday, April 29 at MetroStage.
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Bringing ‘A Spark of Magic’ to the Stage in Fairfax
City of Fairfax Theatre Co. presents ‘The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence.’
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Saturday, April 27
‘They’re Really Making These Characters Live’ in Centreville
Centreville High performs the murder mystery, ‘Clue.’
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Contemporary, Romantic, Magic-Filled Comedy in Chantilly
Chantilly High presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’
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Friday, April 26
Bards Alley to Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Vienna
Independent Bookstore Day marks its fifth year of celebrating on Saturday, April 27, with literary parties around the country.
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Thursday, April 25
Happy Times at Alden Theatre in McLean
New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players’ musical cabaret “I’ve Got a Little Twist” On Saturday, May 4.
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Transportation Alternatives During Metro Shutdown
Free parking at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington Metro stations to join a slug line, catch a Fairfax Connector bus, or catch a WMATA express shuttle.
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Bethesda Fine Arts Festival Returns May 11 & 12
More than 120 artists showcase and sell original art.
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Potomac Village Farmers Market Opens May 2, 2019
Produce, seafood and more available Thursday afternoons now as well.
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One Great Woman Behind a Great Fire Department
Long-time Auxiliary head dedicates years, hours and effort to Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department.
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Wednesday, April 24
The Arlington Players Presents ‘Curtains’
Set in 1959 Boston, this is a “whodunnit” show within a show.
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Are Glass Bottles Being Recycled in Arlington?
To be sure they don’t end up in landfills, take them to a designated area.
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Arlington Teacher Knighted by French Embassy
Wakefield French teacher Katy Wheelock honored as “chevalier.”
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Changing the Culture Around Mental Illness
Sheriff Stacey Kincaid speaks at the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area (LWVFA) annual meeting.
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Tuesday, April 23
The Emotional Side of Leaving the Workforce
Getting ready for retirement requires more than financial preparation.
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‘Dignity and Respect’ in Alexandria
DASH bus drivers and ACPS custodians ask council for funds to boost pay, retain jobs.
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Final Alexandria Budget Tweaking
Council finalizes proposed adjustments for May 1 final budget vote.
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Green Late Deal in Alexandria
Broken promises and missed deadlines plague Eco-City Alexandria.
Alexandria adopted its Eco-City charter with great fanfare in 2008 along with a promise: The charter would be renewed in a decade. That deadline has now come and gone with no plans to update it. In 2009, members of the City Council approved an Eco-City action plan along with another promise: It would be renewed in five years. Once again, city officials breezed through that deadline.
Monday, April 22
Singing, Tap Dancing and Romance Galore in Fairfax
Fairfax High presents musical comedy, “Good News.”
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‘A Funny, Relatable, Foot-Tapping Show’ in Fairfax
Woodson High presents ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie.’
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Charity Basketball Game Helps Lamb Center
Mosby Woods takes on Providence Elementary School at Fairfax High School.
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Mission: Beautification in Alexandria
Boys & Girls Club joins with Starbucks on beautification efforts.
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Saturday, April 20
Showcase Performers Kick Up their Heels in Centreville
The 9th annual Centreville International Showcase was Saturday, April 13.
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Friday, April 19
Wet Weather Dampened Visitation on Canal
Sharpshooters employed by the Department of Agriculture culled 22 deer on the Gold Mine Loop area in March.
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Post Office Mural Stamps Include Sugarloaf
President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s administration commissioned artwork in Post Offices across the nation to provide jobs to artists and illustrate the history and culture of local communities.
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Widen 495 and 270? What about Tolls?
State moves ahead with proposals for extra lanes on Beltway and 270, presents options at citizen meetings.
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Signature Theatre in Arlington Serves Up ‘Grand Hotel’
Musical set in 1928 Berlin is center of razzle-dazzle between two wars.
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Thursday, April 18
Boys & Girls Club Joins with Starbucks on Beautification
Event is part of city’s Spring2Action day.
Boys & Girls Club Joins with Starbucks on Beautification
Summer Shutdown at the Metro Stations Planned
It will be ‘buses only’ for commuters at Franconia-Springfield station and points north.
Metro Shutdown Worries Commuters
Wednesday, April 17
Great Falls Home Sales: March, 2019
In March, 2019, 18 Great Falls homes sold between $2,575,000-$470,000.
Great Falls Home Sales: March, 2019
McLean Home Sales: March, 2019
In March, 2019, 97 homes sold between $3,100,000-$215,000 in the McLean and Falls Church area.
McLean Home Sales: March, 2019
Potomac Home Sales: March, 2019
In March, 2019, 46 Potomac homes sold between $2,150,000-$545,000.
Potomac Home Sales: March, 2019
Sharing Wisdom of Positive Aging
Positive Aging and Wellness Fair draws crowd for education, information – and fun!
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Making the Leap from Public to Private School
Signs that a public school isn’t meeting your child’s needs.
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Public Weighs in on Fairfax County Budget Priorities
Schools, market rate adjustments, affordable housing, immigrant services dominate public response.
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Protestors: ‘Resign Ralph!’
Fairfax NAACP and others gather to demand resignation of Gov. Ralph Northam, who was a “no-show” at the event.
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Opinion: Commentary: Supporting Immigrant Families, Community
Comprehensive change — not one-time funding — needed to support Fairfax County immigrant families and community members.
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Opinion: Editorial: Survivors of Child Abuse Can Shine this April
On April 9, Board of Supervisors will declare April Child Abuse Prevention month in Fairfax County.
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Reston Association Election Challenge Overcome
A 10 percent quorum reached; Board members appoint Catherine Baum as president.
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Tuesday, April 16
Children's Book Author at Reston Regional Library
Hena Khan includes Muslim characters in her books.
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Tony Award-Winning ‘Annie’ at CenterStage in Reston
Reston Community Players producing classic musical for all ages.
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Nepalese American Heritage Celebrated
Town of Herndon first in USA to proclaim Nepalese-American Heritage Day.
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Herndon's Building Boom: Location, Location, Location
Shovels in the ground anticipated this summer for The Floris Conservatory for Arts & Music.
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Practical Advice on Dealing with Youth Anxiety
Lynn Lyons discusses youth anxiety in Safe Community Coalition annual event.
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Hundreds Hunt for Easter Eggs in Great Falls
Village Centre event sponsored by Adeler Jewelers and Great Falls Optimist Club.
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Monday, April 15
Hamstrung Local Tax Authority?
Alexandria government says state restrictions on city tax authority outdated.
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No City an Island?
Alexandria City Council says regional interests sometimes outweigh local interests.
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Examining Confluence of Religion and Journalism
Local author produces “A Spiral into Marvelous Light.”
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‘This Is Bold and a Great Opportunity’ in Fairfax City
Developer hopes to build hotel along Main Street.
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Fairfax City Council Weighs in on Hotel Project
Concerned about traffic, but excited about the idea.
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Saturday, April 13
Friday, April 12
‘Build a Strong Team and Stay Focused’ in Centreville
Meet Chad Lehman, Centreville High’s new principal.
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Thursday, April 11
Recognizing Opioid Problem, And Acting in Arlington
Determining what might work for different individuals.
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Outdoor Lab Important to Arlington Students
Advocates of the Outdoor Lab outline why budget cuts are short-sighted.
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Challenging Racism 5K Run Honors Arlingtonians
Including Dorothy Hamm, Judge Monroe, Dr. Charles Drew, Evelyn Syphax, and Barbara Marx.
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Serving up ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ in Arlington
Performed at Bishop O'Connell High School on April 6.
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Mount Vernon Bike Trail Turns 47
Trail evolves as a recreational and gathering spot along the Potomac River.
Mount Vernon Trail Turns 47
Wednesday, April 10
Stylish Outdoor Living Wins ‘Contractor of the Year’
Dreaming of making the most of outdoor living? Look at this.
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Leadership Fairfax Hits a Home Run
Breakfast with the Board of Supervisors honors community service.
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Still in the Game in Fairfax County
‘Super seniors’ head out to softball fields for a dose of the best anti-aging remedy around.
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Opinion: Editorial: Empowering Victims of Sexual Assault in Fairfax County
Sexual assault awareness and prevention.
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Opinion: Commentary: Need for Affordable Housing in Fairfax County: ‘Raging Five-alarm Fire”
Also call for more county-subsidized pre-K education.
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Tuesday, April 9
Reston Celebrates ‘Best Night Out’
Best of Reston Awards presented at 2019 Cornerstones of our Community gala.
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Hub Theatre Opens New Season in Herndon with ‘The Burn’
Performing at new venue, Herndon’s NextStop Theatre.
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Relocation Buyer Makes a Comeback
First quarter update for McLean, Great Falls Real Estate Market.
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Talent on Display in McLean
Vinson Hall Retirement Community residents and staff add talent show to the facility’s 50th anniversary celebration.
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Monday, April 8
Celebrate Great Falls Golf Tourney to Raise School Funds
Local elementary schools continue to benefit from annual charity event.
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Mount Vernon Crime Report
The following incidents were reported by the Mount Vernon District Police Station.
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Alexandria Gas Lines Targeted for Replacement
Washington Gas schedules work under VA SAVE program.
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Transgender Bathrooms: A Local Matter?
Alexandria’s School Board weighs in on high-profile lawsuit against another jurisdiction.
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Women Confront Civic Challenges in Alexandria
Commission panel discusses systemic barriers women face in politics.
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Sunday, April 7
Pipeline Playwrights To Present New Reading in Alexandria
“The Best Worst That Can Happen” play reading on Monday, April 8 at MetroStage.
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Saturday, April 6
‘We Believe in Quality Food and Service’ in Fairfax
Tandoori Nights offers South Indian and Nepalese cuisine.
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‘Putting the Ordinance in Black and White’ in Fairfax City
City Council hears affordable dwelling unit proposal.
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‘Music in the Life of Eisenhower’ on Annandale Stage
Musical commemoration of upcoming 75th anniversary of D-Day by Virginia Chamber Orchestra and special guest performers.
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Friday, April 5
Passport to Food, Music and Fun in Centreville
Centreville International Showcase is set for Saturday, April 13.
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Thursday, April 4
Affordable Housing Complex Gets Updating
Plan for garden apartments in line with Embark goals on Richmond Highway.
Affordable Housing Complex Gets Updating
Beautifying, Preserving Marshall Cemetery
Historic Burke family grave has been target of vandals over the years.
Clean-up at Marshall Cemetery
Wednesday, April 3
Tier II Budget Cuts Proposal Creates Uproar in Arlington
Cuts threaten Equity and Excellence, crew, TJ access, libraries.
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Tuesday, April 2
McLean Community Center Names Outstanding Volunteer
Former Board Chair Laurelie Wallace recognized as 2018 Outstanding Volunteer.
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Great Falls Farmers Market Continues
Preserving Kathleen Murphy’s legacy: Community market reopens Saturday, April 6.
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Historic Garden Tour Comes to McLean
History buffs and garden enthusiasts will delight in in the mix of historic, traditional and contemporary.
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More Public Input Sought on Parkway Studies
Fairfax County and Franconia-Springfield Parkways study moves to next phase.
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Greenspring Opens New Continuing Care Building
Springfield retirement community expands person-centered care with Dogwood Commons.
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Hunting for Eggs in Fairfax County Parks
Grab a basket and hunt for eggs at parks throughout Fairfax County.
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Monday, April 1
How To Define — and Provide — Affordable Housing in Alexandria?
Revised Resolution 830 won’t require maintaining affordability levels for public housing redevelopments.
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Zoning, Pets and Religion, Oh My in Alexandria
In split vote, council approves poultry slaughterhouse.
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