Friday, January 31
Opinion: Commentary: For More Housing to Help in Alexandria, It Must Be In the Right Place
Increase state money for affordable housing and land-use policies that help address our region’s housing supply needs.
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Dance and Live Music Take Center Stage at Workhouse Arts Center
‘Winter Music and Dance Festival’ from Next Reflex Dance Collective.
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Fairfax City: ‘We Feel So Welcome Here; this City Is Really Special’
Spanish immersion center opens.
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Gun Violence Prevention Activists Honor Victims on MLK Day
28th annual vigil pushed from the statehouse in Richmond to the NRA in Fairfax.
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Thursday, January 30
Cracking Down on Predatory Student Lenders
Northern Virginia lawmakers hope to regulate student-loan servicing companies.
Sen. Janet Howell (D-32) and Del. Marcus Simon (D-53) have introduced a bill they call the Borrowers Bill of Rights, which would use the power of the State Corporation Commission to crack down on what they call the egregious practices of student loan servicing companies.
Trone To Seek Reelection in Maryland
Trone represents Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, which splits parts of Montgomery County and Potomac with the 8th District.
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What Is 5G Anyway?
Meeting encourages residents to get informed about 5G; some say dangerous, some say ugly, others say essential.
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Wednesday, January 29
A Bank with a Community Heart in Reston
Top small business lender expands footprint to Reston Transit Area.
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The ‘Olympics of the Violin’
Local teen takes to the stage at the Menuhin Competition Richmond 2020.
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Floris Conservatory For Arts & Music Construction Delayed in Herndon
Board of Supervisors approves additional time for special exception.
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Fairfax County Studies State Budget
Board of Supervisors Legislative Committee: Tracking items of interest to County against Governor's proposed budget and specific legislation.
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New Richmond Highway Designs Include Bus Rapid Transit System
Dedicated lanes will run down the center of Richmond Highway.
Bus Rapid Transit
New Heliport for the Fairfax County Police Helicopter is in the Works
Upgraded facility will address the safety and efficiency of this county asset.
Police Helicopter
Searching for a new Superintendent for Arlington Public Schools
Public asked to contribute views: what do you want in a new superintendent?
New Superintendent
Tuesday, January 28
Ready for Success in 2020 in Virginia
Virginia lawmakers and GVP supporters reflect on seven years since Sandy Hook.
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Monday, January 27
“Crazy, Awesome, Awesome Opportunity” in Alexandria
Two outstanding T.C. seniors win prestigious Posse scholarships.
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Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy in Alexandria
Islamic Relief prepares 100,000 meals on MLK day of service.
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Friday, January 24
Singular Opportunity Awaits in Fairfax City
World premiere of Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company’s “What Problem?” at Center for the Arts
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Thursday, January 23
‘For One Show, It’s All about the Dancers’ in Fairfax City
The Fairfax Academy presents ‘A Chorus Line.’
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Every Chocolate Lover’s Dream-Come-True in Fairfax City
Fairfax’s 28th annual festival is Jan. 31-Feb. 2.
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Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs for 2020
Five Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs and Career-Building Workshops to be held in March.
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Centreville Man Entertains Rush-hour Motorists
Hip-hop dancer can J-Walk without crossing the road.
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Wednesday, January 22
It’s a Beautiful Day in the (Hall’s Hill) Neighborhood in Arlington
Growing up black in Arlington was not easy; good neighbors helped.
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History Surrounds the Newington Train Station Site
The waiting areas inside were segregated at one time.
Newington train station
New Lucy Burns Museum Highlights the Suffragists and Area History
Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.
Workhouse Museum
All-Night Graduation Parties Are Coming Fast
Fundraising plays a big part in bringing the whole thing to fruition.
Grad parties.
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Fairfax mother and her children act inspire others with the handmade items.
Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe
Closing All the Loopholes
Democrats poised to impose new regulations on high-interest lenders.
The days of unregulated high-interest lending may be coming to a close in Virginia. Now that Democrats have seized control of the General Assembly, members of the Legislative Black Caucus say cracking down on predatory lending is one of their top priorities for the 2020 session.
Tuesday, January 21
Fairfax County: Proclamations and Resolutions, Board Matters and Votes
It’s Day One; Take Action for Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.
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Virginia Gun Rights Advocates Take Second Amendment Stand
Capitol Police estimates around 22,000 people attended peaceful gun rights rally in Richmond.
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Creating Snowmen (Snow-people?) at the Potomac Library
Crafts on the third Wednesday; coming up: suncatchers.
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Har Shalom Players to Perform “The Little Mermaid” in Potomac
Intergenerational performance includes cast of 80.
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Video Monitoring Proposed for Herndon Middle School
Information meeting for parents poorly attended.
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Monday, January 20
Proclamation Recognizes Nachman Day in Herndon
Honors 100th Anniversary of the family in the town.
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Equity Defines High School Expansion in Alexandria
National education experts prioritize, define fairness.
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Friday, January 17
Potomac Home Sales: December, 2019
In December, 2019, 58 Potomac homes sold between $2,650,000-$410,000.
Potomac Home Sales: December, 2019
Aldersgate Stages Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” in Alexandria
Story of true love and acceptance between Princesses Anna and Elsa.
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Amid Controversy, Council Approves WAWA in Fairfax
Increased competition is not a basis for denial.
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Thursday, January 16
‘There Are Cracks in the Concrete’ of Route 29 Bridge
Bridge northbound over Cub Run to be rehabilitated.
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‘You Get into this Business to Help People’
Meet Capt. Todd Billeb, Sully District Station commander.
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Restorative Justice Comes to Arlington
Arlington will have a chance to showcase a better way to deal with crime.
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Game-Changing Project for The Closet of Greater Herndon
HomeAid and Richmond American lead construction.
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Nuclear Reactor at Fort Belvoir is Going Away
Five-year project coming to dismantle and dispose of this lesser known feature of the base.
Nuclear plant at Belvoir
Wednesday, January 15
Golfing at Burke Lake Gets Seniors Out
The Burke Lake Seniors Golf Club is about more than just playing a round of golf.
Burke Seniors Golf Club
Town of Herndon Approves Short-Term Lodging
Protects neighborhood character through quantitative and operational restrictions.
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Simple Gift Making a Difference in Herndon
Annual Drive by Dranesville District Supervisor John W. Foust and Arts Herndon fills school's shoe locker.
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All Hands on Deck in Reston
Local community helps global neighbors through Rotary Club of Reston's service project.
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Beautiful, Bold, Soothing: Classic Blue
Dependable, stable and calming are the characteristics of the Color of the Year for 2020.
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Change in the Virginia Landscape
401st VA General Assembly reconvenes with a tsunami of filed legislation.
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Columbia Pike Crews Got a Surprise After Looking Underground
Unexpected duct work will cost the county over $5 million
Columbia Pike roadwork
Tuesday, January 14
Artists Share Their Inspiration in McLean
McLean Project for the Arts exhibiting work of Eve Stockton and Kyujin Lee.
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‘We Shall Overcome’ at The Alden Theatre
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy with Damien Sneed.
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Monday, January 13
Viewpoints: Herndon
Herndon residents, Councilmembers reflect on Mayor Lisa C. Merkel's decision not to seek 5th term.
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Friday, January 10
A Place for People to Honor, Remember their Pets in Fairfax
New tribute garden is built outside the animal shelter.
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Our Neighbor’s Child Delivers Holiday Joy to Families
Thanks to an army of volunteers, on Dec. 15, ONC delivered Christmas presents to more than 800 local families in need.
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Thursday, January 9
School Time Allotted for Civic Engagement
School Board allows excuse absence for activism.
Schools allow for civic activities.
American Legion Bridge Widening Back On
Potomac River, canal and habitat will be affected by new plan to widen the American Legion Bridge and add toll lanes.
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Wednesday, January 8
Maryland Casinos Generate $149.1 Million During December
Casino gaming revenue contributes $60.6 million to the state
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Opening the Floodgates
Northern Virginia Democrats struggle with power now that they have it.
When they were in the minority, Democrats were mostly united in their views about everything from gun control and reproductive rights to the Equal Rights Amendment. Now that they’ve seized power, though, members of the newly minted majority are hearing from opposite sides on everything from gerrymandering and labor rights.
Surovell and Hope Introduce Bill in Virginia Prohibiting Conversion Therapy Practices
Legislation would prohibit any health care provider from engaging in conversion therapy with a minor patient.
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Toll Lane Construction on I-66 Calls for Engineering and Patience
Interchange reconstructions are a big piece of the puzzle.
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Biking in Fairfax County Gets a New Face for Advocacy
Matt Roberts now behind the wheel for FABB
FABB
Opinion: Commentary: Promises Kept
None of us came to Congress to impeach a president, but each of us took an oath to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.
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Tuesday, January 7
Vivid, Poetic Play in Herndon About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
NextStop’s upcoming production of ‘The Mountaintop.’
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Monday, January 6
Focusing on Unfinished Business of Civil Rights in Reston
Reston observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s works and achievements.
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Raucous Comedy Melded with a ‘Who-Done-It’ Murder Mystery in Reston
Reston Community Players producing ‘The Games Afoot.’
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The Birds Weren’t Even Up Yet in Reston
Dedicated avian enthusiasts tabulate Reston's winter birds.
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Seahawks Break Records During the Winter Break
South Lakes High School Indoor Track and Field Team set new school records.
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Real Estate: Good Year, Good Decade in Home Sales
McLean and Great Falls real estate market year-over-year comparison 2019 to 2018 to 2009.
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