Wednesday, November 30
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Worth the Trip
Worth the Trip
Encore Presents 10th Annual Holiday Show
Holiday musical runs two weekends at NOVA's Annandale campus.
Encore Presents 10th Annual Holiday Show
Calendar
Calendar
English Exchange Students Visit Stone Middle
English Exchange Students Visit Stone Middle
Rape Suspect Pleads Guilty
First of four co-defendants pleads guilty to April rape.
Rape Suspect Pleads Guilty
Cell-Phone Bandit Faces Federal Trial
Cell-Phone Bandit Faces Federal Trial
Roundups
Roundups
Business
Business
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
People
People
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Crushed Townhouses Remain Vacant
Homeowners waiting for word on when reconstruction will commence.
Crushed Townhouses Remain Vacant
An Arby's Thanksgiving Tradition
Great Falls Breakfast Club celebrates a decade of Thanksgiving dinners at Arby's.
An Arby's Thanksgiving Tradition
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
More than 200 turn out for forum on new plan for seniors.
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
Springfield Peace Worker Kidnapped
Tom Fox, three others kidnapped during humanitarian mission in Iraq.
Springfield Peace Worker Kidnapped
The Digital Divide
Some teachers use the laptops every day; others call them ‘expensive paperweights.’
The Digital Divide
News Briefs
News Briefs
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
School Notes
School Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
College Notes
College Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Real Estate
Real Estate
Ongoing
Ongoing
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Holiday musical runs two weekends at NOVA's Annandale campus.
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Calendar
Calendar
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Holiday musical runs two weekends at NOVA's Annandale campus.
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Calendar
Calendar
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Holiday musical runs two weekends at NOVA's Annandale campus.
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Calendar
Calendar
Holiday Events Not to Miss
Holiday Events Not to Miss
Calendar
Calendar
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Holiday musical runs two weekends at NOVA's Annandale campus.
Encore Presents Annual Holiday Show
Holiday Events Not to Miss
Holiday Events Not to Miss
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Urban Planners Honor Chatham Square
Urban Planners Honor Chatham Square
Do Council Members Deserve a Raise?
Councilman Andrew Macdonald’s uphill battle for a bigger paycheck.
Do Council Members Deserve a Raise?
Clarifying Historic Nomination
A month after Board of Supervisors approved historic registry nomination, questions remain over what is included.
Clarifying Historic Nomination
Suggs Faces Life in Prison
Suggs Faces Life in Prison
Council Notebook
Council Notebook
Clarifying Historic Nomination
A month after Board of Supervisors approved historic registry nomination, questions remain over what is included.
Clarifying Historic Nomination
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Downs Is Charged With Nine Crimes
Downs Is Charged With Nine Crimes
School Study Divides Community
Rolling Valley Elementary, Lee High families debate impact of boundary study.
School Study Divides Community
Our Neighbor's Child Fills Holiday Dreams
But ONC needs more groups, churches, businesses to lend a hand.
Our Neighbor's Child Fills Holiday Dreams
Online Predator Sting Nabs Local Man
Online Predator Sting Nabs Local Man
Business Notes
Business Notes
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
The Art of Surgery
Great Falls-based plastic surgeon keeps busy with private practice and work on wounded American soldiers.
The Art of Surgery
4 People Indicted by Grand Jury
4 People Indicted by Grand Jury
Another Successful Virginia Run Turkey Trot
Another Successful Virginia Run Turkey Trot
Worth Noting
Worth Noting
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
The Art of Surgery
Great Falls-based plastic surgeon keeps busy with private practice and work on wounded American soldiers.
The Art of Surgery
Last Hurricane Team Returns Home
Out of a catastrophe came a coalition and formula for success.
Last Hurricane Team Returns Home
Auto Thefts Climb
Auto Thefts Climb
Under the Boardwalks
McLean High School student builds boardwalks in Turkey Run Park for his Eagle Scout project.
Under the Boardwalks
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Wartime Holiday
The Christmas season comes to a 1780 military encampment re-enactment.
Wartime Holiday
Skills for a Better Life
Program helps families raise healthy children, nurturing mind and body.
Skills for a Better Life
Saturday and Sunday Outshine 'Black Friday'
Small specialty shops hold their own against big retailers
Saturday and Sunday Outshine 'Black Friday'
Federal Inquiry Denied
Justice Department will take no action on the Barber case.
Federal Inquiry Denied
An Arby's Thanksgiving Tradition
Great Falls Breakfast Club celebrates a decade of Thanksgiving dinners at Arby's.
An Arby's Thanksgiving Tradition
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Town Meeting Held on Impact of BRAC
Officials frustrated with lack of information on location and direction of new personnel.
Town Meeting Held on Impact of BRAC
Saturday, Sunday Outshine 'Black Friday'
Small specialty shops hold their own against big retailers.
Saturday, Sunday Outshine 'Black Friday'
Five Below Caters to a Young Crowd
New store opens in Mount Vernon Plaza with items under $5.
Five Below Caters to a Young Crowd
South County APR Task Force Underway
South County APR Task Force Underway
Under the Boardwalks
McLean High School student builds boardwalks in Turkey Run Park for his Eagle Scout project.
Under the Boardwalks
Holiday Season Takes no Break from Crime
Mount Vernon District steps up enforcement efforts.
Holiday Season Takes no Break from Crime
Car Thefts, Vandalism on the Rise in Mount Vernon
Police warning people to lock their cars.
Car Thefts, Vandalism on the Rise in Mount Vernon
Sounds of the Season
Springfield Chorale celebrates 30 years of concerts at St. Mark's Lutheran Church.
Sounds of the Season
Lighting Night at Lee District Park?
Plans to light fields at Lee District Park concern neighbors.
Lighting Night at Lee District Park?
School Study Divides Community
Rolling Valley Elementary, Lee High families debate impact of boundary study.
School Study Divides Community
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
News Briefs
News Briefs
Tuesday, November 29
Faith
Faith
How Do You Spell Tax Relief?
County workshop helps seniors apply for tax relief.
How Do You Spell Tax Relief?
Community
Community
Holiday Happenings
Holiday Happenings
House Hunting — Of a Sort
Saturday's Herndon Homes Tour is the 20th anniversary of what has become annual holiday tradition.
House Hunting — Of a Sort
Rhodes through Potomac
Potomac students and Montgomery Blair graduates Satija and Hwang receive Rhodes Scholarships.
Rhodes through Potomac
Crash Closes Clara Barton Parkway
Car falls off elevated Beltway ramp, but driver is not seriously injured.
Crash Closes Clara Barton Parkway
Surprising Research, Lessons at Cerebral Palsy Organization
Dr. Mindy Aisen of Potomac takes reins.
Surprising Research, Lessons at Cerebral Palsy Organization
Angels Grow on Trees
The Salvation Army's Angel Tree at Tysons offers the opportunity to provide Christmas gifts to children in need.
Angels Grow on Trees
Things Could Change Around Here
Richmond Highway, BRAC dominate Mount Vernon’s plan review.
Things Could Change Around Here
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Tyler Bentley died in a car crash Thursday, Nov. 24.
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Johnson Helps Students Aim High
Arlington man wins Spirit of Community Award for mentoring work with Wakefield High School students.
Johnson Helps Students Aim High
Real Estate Briefs
Real Estate Briefs
Faith
Faith
Calendar
Calendar
Faith
Faith
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Health
Health
Health Briefs
Health Briefs
Health & Fitness Notes
Health & Fitness Notes
Calendar
Calendar
Schools
Schools
Volunteering
Volunteering
Volunteer Notes
Volunteer Notes
Business
Business
Real Estate Notes
Real Estate Notes
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Reston Libraries
Reston Libraries
Holiday Happenings
Holiday Happenings
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Week in Herndon
Week in Herndon
Heating Bills Set to Soar This Winter
Low-income households may struggle to get by, as natural gas and heating oil are both expected to increase by one-third
Heating Bills Set to Soar This Winter
Students Stand Up for Human Rights
Robinson students kick off lobbying project for Sudan.
Students Stand Up for Human Rights
Medical Service For All
Arlington Free Clinic provides regular check-ups, specialty care and free medication to those without health insurance.
Medical Service For All
White House Journalist Hugh Sidey Dies at 78
Sidey, a Potomac Falls resident for 43 years, covered 10 presidents but never lost his rural Iowa roots
White House Journalist Hugh Sidey Dies at 78
Woodson Theater, A La Carte
Drama program reaches out to elementary schools.
Woodson Theater, A La Carte
Reimagining the Braddock District
Citizen task force reviews nominations in APR process.
Reimagining the Braddock District
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Tyler Bentley died in a car crash Thursday, Nov. 24.
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Playing Santa for the Soldiers
Playing Santa for the Soldiers
Verizon Begins Roll Out
After months of laying fiber-optic wires, Verizon rolls out FiOS TV, its new technology.
Verizon Begins Roll Out
Camera Shy Herndon Resident
Camera Shy Herndon Resident
A Thankful Potomac Hunt
Some 45 fox hunters spend time in the saddle at Gogo and Austin Kiplinger's "Montevideo."
A Thankful Potomac Hunt
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
Students Stand Up for Human Rights
Robinson students kick off lobbying project for Sudan.
Students Stand Up for Human Rights
Emergency Preparedness Software
Scandinavian business based in Herndon offers emergency preparedness planning.
Emergency Preparedness Software
Week in Loudoun
Week in Loudoun
Students Help Design Park
Designer Unveils Playground Plans at Community Party
Students Help Design Park
Lost In Translation
A multiagency committee was formed to investigate solutions to communication problems in Loudoun County.
Lost In Translation
Church Joins Diocese of Uganda
A South Riding Episcopal church leaves the Diocese of Virginia in protest of the appointment of a gay bishop.
Church Joins Diocese of Uganda
Volunteering
Volunteering
Life in Prison for Rapist
Gujan A. Lee apologizes to victim at sentencing for September, 2004 rape in Potomac.
Life in Prison for Rapist
Animal Friends Show Their Style
Animal Friends Show Their Style
Things Could Change Around Here
Richmond Highway, BRAC dominate Mount Vernon’s plan review.
Things Could Change Around Here
This Week in Potomac 11-30-05
This Week in Potomac 11-30-05
If Not 2006, How about 2007?
RCA board members still hope for a 2006 referendum on town status.
If Not 2006, How about 2007?
Vienna Baptist Extends Helping Hand
Members of Vienna Baptist Church spent a week in Mississippi cleaning up after Hurricane Katrina.
Vienna Baptist Extends Helping Hand
Week in Reston
Week in Reston
Reston Man, 19, Shot to Death
County’s 18th homicide occurs in Reston.
Reston Man, 19, Shot to Death
Three Towers on the Horizon
Midtown Springfield project begins to take shape.
Three Towers on the Horizon
Parking Ban Debated
Residents spoke for and against a proposed ordinance prohibiting certain vehicles from parking on town streets.
Parking Ban Debated
Hunters Woods Student Wins $1,000
Caitlin Kim’s picture of “healthy living” takes first place.
Hunters Woods Student Wins $1,000
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Tyler Bentley died in a car crash Thursday, Nov. 24.
'Once You Met Him ... He Was Your Friend'
Monday, November 28
School Notes
School Notes
Fine Arts Scene
Fine Arts Scene
Ongoing
Ongoing
Fine Art Scene
Fine Art Scene
Health Notes
Health Notes
Senior Living
Senior Living
Fine Art Scene
Fine Art Scene
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Fine Arts Scene
Fine Arts Scene
Briefs
Briefs
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Briefs
Briefs
Volunteer
Volunteer
Sunday, November 27
Local Artists Seek Shoppers
Great Falls Studios prepares for its second annual Holiday Art Show and Sale
Local Artists Seek Shoppers
Getting Ready for Christmas in Iraq
Angels of Mercy volunteers wrap presents for wounded soldiers in Iraq.
Getting Ready for Christmas in Iraq
Sharing the Bounty of Thanksgiving
Share, Inc. holds its yearly Thanksgiving Basket Program
Sharing the Bounty of Thanksgiving
Getting Ready for Christmas in Iraq
Angels of Mercy volunteers wrap presents for wounded soldiers in Iraq.
Getting Ready for Christmas in Iraq
Tuesday, November 22
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Boy Scouts Honored
Boy Scouts Honored
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Woodson Theater, A La Carte
Drama program reaches out to elementary schools.
Woodson Theater, A La Carte
Tri-County Parkway Rte. Chosen
Selected path spares Bull Run Regional Park
Tri-County Parkway Rte. Chosen
Burke Centre's Cost of Living Increase
Board of Trustees votes to raise general assessment.
Burke Centre's Cost of Living Increase
There Goes the Neighborhood
Downtown Fairfax building to make way for parking lot and open space.
There Goes the Neighborhood
Encore Presents 10th Annual Holiday Show
Encore Presents 10th Annual Holiday Show
Next Generation of Student Business
GMU students head up full-time staffing business.
Next Generation of Student Business
Roundups
Roundups
Old Town Theater to Aid Hurricane Relief
Old Town Theater to Aid Hurricane Relief
Eagle Scout Project Benefits Watershed
Restoring natural habitats helps Chesapeake Bay.
Eagle Scout Project Benefits Watershed
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
School Notes
School Notes
Boy Scouts Honored
Boy Scouts Honored
Health Notes
Health Notes
Sandburg Students Learn about Careers
Sandburg Students Learn about Careers
Mediation Summit at Aldersgate
Mediators come together to strengthen their skills.
Mediation Summit at Aldersgate
Health Notes
Health Notes
Business Notes
Business Notes
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Volunteers
Volunteers
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Clubs and Organizations
Clubs and Organizations
Real Estate Notes
Real Estate Notes
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Stone Presents 'Fiddler on Roof Jr.'
Will be performed Dec. 1-3.
Stone Presents 'Fiddler on Roof Jr.'
Just in Time for the Holidays
Two new dining places, Fresco and Italian Deli, are worth checking out.
Just in Time for the Holidays
Rec Center To Be Demolished
A totally new Charles Houston Recreation Center due by 2008.
Rec Center To Be Demolished
Last Hurricane Team Returns Home
Out of a catastrophe came a coalition and formula for success.
Last Hurricane Team Returns Home
Gathering of Junior Friends
Members reminisce about past Scottish Walks.
Gathering of Junior Friends
Walking To Help Homeless
Annual Help the Homeless walkathon brings 30,000 walkers to help agencies that serve the homeless.
Walking To Help Homeless
Latest 411 on Cell-Phone Bandit
Latest 411 on Cell-Phone Bandit
Public Safety Complex Breaks Ground
$250 million facility to be built off West Ox Road
Public Safety Complex Breaks Ground
Ready for 21st Century Facility
County breaks ground on public safety, transportation complex.
Ready for 21st Century Facility
Seeing Clifton by Candlelight
Annual event features Caroling on horseback, decorated houses, choirs and tree lightings.
Seeing Clifton by Candlelight
Salvation Army and Waterford Do Thanksgiving
Salvation Army and Waterford Do Thanksgiving
Worth Noting
Worth Noting
Next Generation of Student Business
GMU students head up full-time staffing business.
Next Generation of Student Business
Clifton Candlelight Homes Tour Dec. 3
Caroling on horseback, decorated houses, tree lighting and choirs.
Clifton Candlelight Homes Tour Dec. 3
On the Assembly Line
Volunteers stuff backpacks for needy students in community project.
On the Assembly Line
Services Held for Jack Adamson
Hundreds turn out at Heritage Presbyterian to remember local inspiration.
Services Held for Jack Adamson
Crash Course in Community
Braddock District College graduates its first class.
Crash Course in Community
County Far From Building Arts Center
County Far From Building Arts Center
Ready for 21st Century Facility
County breaks ground on public safety, transportation complex.
Ready for 21st Century Facility
Thanksgiving Stories
South County Youth Network Coalition embraces families who came from the Gulf Coast.
Thanksgiving Stories
A Holiday Meal Of Caring
Thanksgiving dinner is best served with tender loving care.
A Holiday Meal Of Caring
Fox Trot Brings Community Together for a Fourth Year
Fox Trot Brings Community Together for a Fourth Year
Gathering of Junior Friends
Members reminisce about past Scottish Walks.
Gathering of Junior Friends
2006 Calendar Unveiled By Senior Services
2006 Calendar Unveiled By Senior Services
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
More than 200 turn out for forum on new plan for seniors.
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
Morrison House Dining Now Smoke Free
Morrison House Dining Now Smoke Free
Taste of Holiday Elegance
Waterford, Salvation Army team up for annual feast for needy.
Taste of Holiday Elegance
Just in time for the holidays
Two new dining places, Fresco and Italian Deli, are worth checking out.
Just in time for the holidays
Smoking Causes House Fire
Smoking Causes House Fire
BRAC Becomes Civilian Contractor Cash Cow
BRAC Becomes Civilian Contractor Cash Cow
Money for Area Transportation Projects
Money for Area Transportation Projects
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
More than 200 turn out for forum on new plan for seniors.
Prescription Drug Coverage: A Crash Course
Week in Springfield
Week in Springfield
Ready for 21st Century Facility
County breaks ground on public safety, transportation complex.
Ready for 21st Century Facility
Seeing Clifton by Candlelight
Annual event features Caroling on horseback, decorated houses, choirs and tree lightings.
Seeing Clifton by Candlelight
Ready for 21st Century Facility
County breaks ground on public safety, transportation complex.
Ready for 21st Century Facility
Monday, November 21
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Senior Living
Senior Living
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Ongoing
Ongoing
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
RA Passes 06,' 07' Budget
Reston Association will operate with a $10.9 million budget in 2006 and $11.1 million in 2007.
RA Passes 06,' 07' Budget
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Overnight Greenery?
Overnight Greenery?
Briefs
Briefs
Ongoing Negotiations
Ongoing Negotiations
Mother and Daughters Find Home
The Good Shepherd Alliance Provides Home for the Holidays
Mother and Daughters Find Home
Volunteering
Volunteering
PTO Brings Andes Culture to Sterling
Proceeds Go Toward Sully’s Discovery Park
PTO Brings Andes Culture to Sterling
Week in Herndon
Week in Herndon
Dorm Life Deferred
Local Tulane student rolls with changes that Hurricane Katrina forced.
Dorm Life Deferred
The Giant Fungus Among Us
Potomac residents discover edible basketball-sized mushrooms in yards.
The Giant Fungus Among Us
Potomac’s New Park
Planning Board approves access and management plan for Serpentine Barrens, a rare forest ecosystem.
Potomac’s New Park
PetConnect’s Katrina Rescue: A Mission Not Impossible
PetConnect’s Katrina Rescue: A Mission Not Impossible
Get Out Your Maps, Red Pencils
District is one of five to review its Comprehensive Plan this year.
Get Out Your Maps, Red Pencils
Home for the Holidays
>Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia welcomes Don Thompson and family to their new home in Fairfax.
Home for the Holidays
Pink and Red Tea Party
Red Hatter club sends tea party supplies and pink hats to women soldiers in Afghanistan.
Pink and Red Tea Party
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Curtain Up
South County Secondary, Lorton Arts Foundation kick off partnership with student performances.
Curtain Up
Democratic Activist Remembered
Longtime Reston resident Ed T. Herlihy dies.
Democratic Activist Remembered
Health Notes
Health Notes
Schools
Schools
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Faith
Faith
Health
Health
Holiday Happenings
Holiday Happenings
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Hearing Echoes
Local hip-hop group channels old-school rap and performs this weekend in Fairfax.
Hearing Echoes
Hearing Echoes
Local hip-hop group channels old-school rap and performs this weekend in Fairfax.
Hearing Echoes
Hearing Echoes
Local hip-hop group channels old-school rap and performs this weekend in Fairfax.
Hearing Echoes
Hearing Echoes
Local hip-hop group channels old-school rap and performs this weekend in Fairfax.
Hearing Echoes
Hearing Echoes
Local hip-hop group channels old-school rap and performs this weekend in Fairfax.
Hearing Echoes
County Officials Prepare for Terrorist Attack, Bird Flu
Office of Emergency Management outlines county response to “dirty bomb” attack.
County Officials Prepare for Terrorist Attack, Bird Flu
Students Serve Seniors
Wolf Trap students served a Thanksgiving dinner to the Vienna 50-90 Club.
Students Serve Seniors
County Board Sets Housing Limits
New measure restricts house size based on zoning district
County Board Sets Housing Limits
Fighting Cancer Together
Harvest Hustle 5K walk/run to help area family raise money for pancreatic cancer research.
Fighting Cancer Together
People
People
Herndon Town Council Hears Day-Labor Update
Council members review latest day-labor site actions, discuss downtown redevelopment proposal.
Herndon Town Council Hears Day-Labor Update
Principal Earns Celebrity Status
Stephen Hockett, McNair principal was an educational celebrity before recent Principal of the Year award.
Principal Earns Celebrity Status
Board Approves New Science Building
Additional National Science Teachers Association building will house conference room and benefit public schools.
Board Approves New Science Building
Briefs
Briefs
Home for the Holidays
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia welcomes Don Thompson and family to their new home in Fairfax.
Home for the Holidays
A New Home for the Holidays
Katrina evacuee moves into new Arlington apartment just in time for Thanksgiving
A New Home for the Holidays
$4.8 Million for Facility
The Arlington Assisted Living Residence will provide services to senior citizens who are disabled.
$4.8 Million for Facility
Get Out Your Maps, Red Pencils
District is one of five to review its Comprehensive Plan this year.
Get Out Your Maps, Red Pencils
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
Actor Comes Full Circle
Carrie Johnson comes back to the National Theatre to perform in career inspiring musical.
Actor Comes Full Circle
A Grateful Heart
Springfield woman uses experience with heart disease to educate others.
A Grateful Heart
New Bridge Opening
New Bridge Opening
Teaching the ‘ABC’s of Success’
Arlington Traditional School head is named county principal of the year.
Teaching the ‘ABC’s of Success’
Briefs
Briefs
Crafty Fun at Holy Child
Crafty Fun at Holy Child
This Week in Potomac 11-23-05
This Week in Potomac 11-23-05
Students Get Answers at Health Fair
Pimmit Hills Alternative High School holds fair to inform students.
Students Get Answers at Health Fair
Housing Market Levels Off
Housing Market Levels Off
Week in Loudoun
Week in Loudoun
County Plans for Emergencies
County Administrator Advises Families to Make a Plan
County Plans for Emergencies
Wanted for Bad Checks
Wanted for Bad Checks
Poisson's Election Means Change
New Delegate Focuses On Basic Needs For Loudoun County
Poisson's Election Means Change
Boy Scouts Collect Food for Loudoun County
Scouts Collect 92,000 Pounds of Food for Residents In Need
Boy Scouts Collect Food for Loudoun County
Board Wants Name Change
Board Wants Name Change
Community
Community
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Business
Business
Autumn Colors Worth the Wait
Autumn Colors Worth the Wait
Officials Question Bolger Center
Restaurant owner says for-profit business on federal land creates "uneven playing field."
Officials Question Bolger Center
Potomac Chamber of Commerce Honors Potomac's Best
Potomac Chamber of Commerce Honors Potomac's Best
Septic Legislation Keys Property Rights Debate
Council considers moratorium on sand mound systems, which could support residential subdivisions the Ag Reserve.
Septic Legislation Keys Property Rights Debate
Close-Knit Cast Mirrors 'Peanuts' Gang
Thomas Wootton High School performs “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” Dec. 1, 2 and 3.
Close-Knit Cast Mirrors 'Peanuts' Gang
Walking To Help Homeless
Annual Help the Homeless walkathon brings 30,000 walkers to help agencies that serve the homeless.
Walking To Help Homeless
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Renovation Bid $12.9 M over Budget
County hopes to re-negotiate with lone bidder on South Lakes renovation.
Renovation Bid $12.9 M over Budget
Values in the Workplace
Northern Virginia Family Services presented its annual CARE awards.
Values in the Workplace
Preference Poll Draws Fire
Some RCC board members would like to see changes in the preference poll.
Preference Poll Draws Fire
Curtain Up
South County Secondary, Lorton Arts Foundation kick off partnership with student performances.
Curtain Up
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Fighting Cancer Together
Harvest Hustle 5K walk/run to help area family raise money for pancreatic cancer research.
Fighting Cancer Together
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Sunday, November 20
Fools for Fun at Hayfield
Fools for Fun at Hayfield
'Tis the season for Westfield Children's Theatre
By Natalie McLarty
'Tis the season for Westfield Children's Theatre
The Good Doctor Comes to Mclean
The Good Doctor Comes to Mclean
Our Town —The Director's Concept
Our Town —The Director's Concept
A Date Unlike Any Other
A Date Unlike Any Other
Nothing On in Noises Off at Centreville
Nothing On in Noises Off at Centreville
Sarah Crossett: Putting the Art Into Theatre Arts
Sarah Crossett: Putting the Art Into Theatre Arts
A Curry Scented Dream
A Curry Scented Dream
Whitman Theater to Start Off Year with a Rumble
Whitman Theater to Start Off Year with a Rumble
Washington-Lee Presents The Time of Your Life
Washington-Lee Presents The Time of Your Life
Ariel Herman, Renaissance Woman
Ariel Herman, Renaissance Woman
Going to See Fairfax’s Wizard
Going to See Fairfax’s Wizard
Westfield High School's 'Our Town' Takes a Trip to the Past
Westfield High School's 'Our Town' Takes a Trip to the Past
Thursday, November 17
Downtown Fairfax Open For Business?
Parking remains concern for merchants.
Downtown Fairfax Open For Business?
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Award-winning school paper goes in new directions.
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Award-winning school paper goes in new directions.
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Award-winning school paper goes in new directions.
Getting 'The Bear Facts'
Stratford Landing Holds Archeological Dig
Teams unearth artifacts from student-created civilizations.
Stratford Landing Holds Archeological Dig
Award Ends Family's Ordeal
Brittle bones disease leads to child being taken away from family, father charged with child abuse.
Award Ends Family's Ordeal
Elizabeth Stone Gallery Opens with Fund-raiser
Partial proceeds of reception benefit Inova hospitals.
Elizabeth Stone Gallery Opens with Fund-raiser
End of Ramadan Celebrated with Fundraiser
Mahmoods open their home to celebrate and help earthquake victims.
End of Ramadan Celebrated with Fundraiser
Veterans Day Celebrated at Fort Belvoir
Two special events bring together community members.
Veterans Day Celebrated at Fort Belvoir
Swashbuckling and Deck Swabbing
MVCCT’s performance of ‘Treasure Island’ at Carl Sandberg delights both young and old.
Swashbuckling and Deck Swabbing
Elizabeth Stone Gallery Opens with Fundraiser
Partial proceeds of reception benefit Inova hospitals.
Elizabeth Stone Gallery Opens with Fundraiser
Golden Days of Autumn
Golden retriever rescue group walks in annual fund raiser.
Golden Days of Autumn
Award Ends Family's Ordeal
Brittle bones disease leads to child being taken away from family, father charged with child abuse.
Award Ends Family's Ordeal
Mount Vernon Witnesses Fifth Murder
Man charged with stabbing of Woodlawn woman.
Mount Vernon Witnesses Fifth Murder
Wednesday, November 16
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Real Estate Notes
Real Estate Notes
Reston Classes and Workshops
Reston Classes and Workshops
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Clubs and Organizations
Clubs and Organizations
Profile of the Week
Profile of the Week
Roundups
Roundups
Getting to Know Joe
Getting to Know Joe
Surefire Entertainment
Potomac Theatre Company presents ‘Annie Get Your Gun.’
Surefire Entertainment
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Loudoun Changing Colors?
Loudoun Changing Colors?
Community
Community
English Classes For Construction
Chamber of Commerce partnership moves into its second phase.
English Classes For Construction
Feds Come Calling For 'Cell Phone' Bandit
Feds Come Calling For 'Cell Phone' Bandit
School Board Budgets for More Schools
School Board Budgets for More Schools
Supreme Ct. Favors Schools in Special Ed. Case
Ginsburg, Breyer dissent in 6-2 ruling on burden of proof in special education plan disputes.
Supreme Ct. Favors Schools in Special Ed. Case
Teaching Positive Attitudes
Kids at Hope initiative teaches community to promote positive stereotypes among children.
Teaching Positive Attitudes
People
People
Remembering Those Who Serve
Herndon recognizes Veterans Nov. 11 on Town Green.
Remembering Those Who Serve
Friday Morning Check Up
South County's R.U. OK? Corral offers parents chance to pick up report cards and talk with teachers.
Friday Morning Check Up
Packing Up Care for the Troops
Volunteers, USO staff fill Fort Belvoir warehouse with over 5,000 care packages on Veterans Day.
Packing Up Care for the Troops
Friday Morning Check Up
South County's R.U. OK? Corral offers parents chance to pick up report cards and talk with teachers.
Friday Morning Check Up
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Schools
Schools
Community Notes
Community Notes
Real Estate
Real Estate
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith
Faith
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Rachel Carson Teacher Honored
Rachel Carson Teacher Honored
A Busy Day for Herndon's NJROTC
A Busy Day for Herndon's NJROTC
Promoting Healthy Eating
As the number of overweight children in America continues to rise, health officials look for ways to make healthy eating fun.
Promoting Healthy Eating
Health Notes
Health Notes
School Notes
School Notes
McNair Principal Named Principal of the Year
McNair Principal Named Principal of the Year
Health
Health
Community Notes
Community Notes
Volunteer Notes
Volunteer Notes
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Herndon Holiday Happenings
Herndon Holiday Happenings
A Call From Space
A Call From Space
'Rings' of Power at Symphony
'Rings' of Power at Symphony
Nature Center Dedicated
Center an example of cooperation between City and schools.
Nature Center Dedicated
News Briefs
News Briefs
Seasonally Simple
Seasonally Simple
That Klezmer Sound
The Alexandria Kleztet barnstorms into supporting its new album.
That Klezmer Sound
Ask Chewie: Using Positive Reinforcement
Ask Chewie: Using Positive Reinforcement
Clearing the Air
One month after controversial board matter, Supervisor Gerald Hyland (D-Mount Vernon) sets the record straight.
Clearing the Air
Cadets Visit Seniors on Veterans' Day
Cadets Visit Seniors on Veterans' Day
Worth Noting
Worth Noting
VDOT Proposal Troubles Residents
Changes Eyed for Route 28, Walney, Braddock Intersection
VDOT Proposal Troubles Residents
Week in Herndon
Week in Herndon
Police Say Shooting Victim Identified Assailant
Police Say Shooting Victim Identified Assailant
It's Almost Time for Turkey Trot
It's Almost Time for Turkey Trot
Life of a Reserve Family
Herndon resident works to unite military reserve families to help in times of need.
Life of a Reserve Family
Kelly Lavin Honored
One of seven extraordinary women feted in Tribute to Working Women.
Kelly Lavin Honored
Drawing Lines
Proposed changes to West Springfield High boundary lines create conflict in Daventry neighborhood.
Drawing Lines
'The Nutcracker' at CVHS
Mia Saunders School of Ballet presents 11th annual "Nutcracker" at Centreville High on Dec. 10-11.
'The Nutcracker' at CVHS
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Virginia Run Race Honors Lynda Gubin
Virginia Run Race Honors Lynda Gubin
New Feature Comes to Kings Crossing
Costco, 800-plus residential units, part of the proposed mix.
New Feature Comes to Kings Crossing
Veterans' Songs of Pride
Veterans Day at Mount Vernon Estate honors both past and present.
Veterans' Songs of Pride
Drawing Lines
Proposed changes to West Springfield High boundary lines create conflict in Daventry neighborhood.
Drawing Lines
Packing Up Care for the Troops
Volunteers, USO staff fill Fort Belvoir warehouse with over 5,000 care packages on Veterans Day.
Packing Up Care for the Troops
Volunteering
Volunteering
Funding Benefits Herndon Police
Federal funding would allow for purchase of new technology, increase anti-gang efforts.
Funding Benefits Herndon Police
Police Charge Local Man with Forgery
Police Charge Local Man with Forgery
Report Clears Police
Police decide not to present video evidence in the investigation of Lewis Barber’s death.
Report Clears Police
Council Notebook
Council Notebook
Athenaeum Receives Funds
Athenaeum Receives Funds
Remembering Veterans
Remembering Veterans
Bank Bandit Nabbed
Bank Bandit Nabbed
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
Rachel Carson Students Surveyed
Rachel Carson Students Surveyed
Week in Loudoun
Week in Loudoun
Business
Business
Bridge Project To Impact Weekend Traffic
Bridge Project To Impact Weekend Traffic
Two Fires Force Dozens Out of Homes
The cause of one blaze was an unattended candle.
Two Fires Force Dozens Out of Homes
News Briefs
News Briefs
Mount Vernon Comes Out to Vote
Mount Vernon Comes Out to Vote
Getting to Know Shane Wolfe
Getting to Know Shane Wolfe
Friday Morning Check Up
South County's R.U. OK? Corral offers parents chance to pick up report cards and talk with teachers.
Friday Morning Check Up
Homeward Bound
Springfield congregation gathers near fire-damaged church with hopes of rebuilding.
Homeward Bound
Planning for Horses, Garbage Trucks
South County Federation hears updated plans for equestrian center, garbage truck facility.
Planning for Horses, Garbage Trucks
Clearing the Air
One month after controversial board matter, Supervisor Gerald Hyland (D-Mount Vernon) sets the record straight.
Clearing the Air
Planning for Horses, Garbage Trucks
South County Federation hears updated plans for equestrian center, garbage truck facility.
Planning for Horses, Garbage Trucks
Tuesday, November 15
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Briefs
Briefs
Home Sweet Home
The Woman's Club of McLean prepares for its 39th annual Holiday Homes Tour and Marketplace.
Home Sweet Home
"The Nutcracker" Tradition
The Haddad Youth Ballet prepares for 14th annual performance of classic holiday story.
"The Nutcracker" Tradition
Kaine Wins Arlington Handily
Democratic gubernatorial candidate surpasses own campaign goals in the county.
Kaine Wins Arlington Handily
Home Sweet Home
The Woman's Club of McLean prepares for its 39th annual Holiday Homes Tour and Marketplace.
Home Sweet Home
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
College Notes
College Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Hope for Home Buyers?
Prices flattening, sales dropping and inventory spiking; time for patience for both buyers and sellers.
Hope for Home Buyers?
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Local Church Takes a Stand
Clarendon Presbyterian Church makes a major decision to treat everyone equally.
Local Church Takes a Stand
Briefs
Briefs
People
People
Dancer Gets Second Chance
After raising a family, Cathy Malin got a second chance at pursuing her passion, classic modern dance, while working at the same store for 13 years.
Dancer Gets Second Chance
Ballston Redevelopment Nears Finish Line
New wave of construction signals end of 25-year transformation
Ballston Redevelopment Nears Finish Line
Briefs
Briefs
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
‘Escorting Mustang and Thunderbolt Fighters’
Story of World War II bomber pilot, Ralph L. Minker, told through family letters in new book.
‘Escorting Mustang and Thunderbolt Fighters’
Ponies and Pearls
Lift Me Up! prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a fund-raising gala.
Ponies and Pearls
"The Nutcracker" Tradition
The Haddad Youth Ballet prepares for 14th annual performance of classic holiday story.
"The Nutcracker" Tradition
12-Stories at Dunn Loring Metro?
Retail, residential and parking would be added to Dunn Loring/Merrifield Metro Station.
12-Stories at Dunn Loring Metro?
$28 Million Proposed for Lake Anne Projects
Last week, the RCRC discussed three projects to submit to the county’s capital improvement budget program.
$28 Million Proposed for Lake Anne Projects
Honored for Being Neighborly
Sharon Rainey is honored by Washington-area Toyota dealers and WJLA channel 7.
Honored for Being Neighborly
Briefs
Briefs
People Notes
People Notes
Ponies and Pearls
Lift Me Up! prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a fund-raising gala.
Ponies and Pearls
Stonegate Property Wants to Go Residential
Planning Commission Proposes Change in Ashburn Land Policies
Stonegate Property Wants to Go Residential
Technology Center Holds Middle School Night
Students and Parents Invited to Ask Questions
Technology Center Holds Middle School Night
Solomon King Remembered
On anniversary of Wootton student’s death, friends and neighbors hold candlelight vigil and organize a benefit concert in Solomon’s honor.
Solomon King Remembered
Strathmore Takes Musicians to New Heights
The Heights School Christmas Concert
Strathmore Takes Musicians to New Heights
Busara's Grand Opening
Busara's Grand Opening
All We Want for Christmas Is ...
The Town Council shares its wish list with two local legislators.
All We Want for Christmas Is ...
Vienna Celebrates Veterans Day
Veterans tell their stories at the annual ceremony at the American Legion post.
Vienna Celebrates Veterans Day
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Two Stabbings a Half Hour Apart
Two teenagers were stabbed on Reston pathways.
Two Stabbings a Half Hour Apart
Week in Reston
Week in Reston
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Monday, November 14
This Week in Potomac 11-16-05
This Week in Potomac 11-16-05
Church, Farm Groups at Odds Over Ag Reserve
At contentious hearing, County Council takes up two measures that would curb private institutions' expansion in the Reserve.
Church, Farm Groups at Odds Over Ag Reserve
Weast Won't Surplus Seven Locks
At school construction hearings, superintendent addresses community concern.
Weast Won't Surplus Seven Locks
Peeping Tom Is Registered Sex Offender
Rockville man was arrested for looking into house on Scotland Drive.
Peeping Tom Is Registered Sex Offender
Cabin John Raises $10,000 for Homeless
Cabin John Raises $10,000 for Homeless
In Making Horror Film, Scary Truths
Churchill grad Jonathan Stein produces '70s-style “Slaughterhouse of the Rising Sun.
In Making Horror Film, Scary Truths
Kiplinger Receives The Fourth Estate Award
"Getting Around"
Kiplinger Receives The Fourth Estate Award
Thursday, November 10
School Notes
School Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Roundups
Roundups
'Noises Off' at Centreville High
'Noises Off' at Centreville High
Amundson, Sickles Savor Victory
Amundson, Sickles Savor Victory
Steady Turnout on Election Day
Vienna, Oakton residents turn out to vote.
Steady Turnout on Election Day
Bulova Going to Richmond
Bulova Going to Richmond
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Unreal Estate Condo Market
Unreal Estate Condo Market
Business Notes
Business Notes
Chantilly Student Wears 3 Hats
Chantilly Student Wears 3 Hats
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
School Notes
School Notes
Community Notes
Community Notes
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Clubs
Clubs
Notes
Notes
Symphony Continues Concert Series
Symphony Continues Concert Series
The 'Gin Game' Wins at Little Theatre
Margaret Bush triumphs in gin game.
The 'Gin Game' Wins at Little Theatre
The 'Gin Game' Wins at Little Theatre
Margaret Bush triumphs in gin game.
The 'Gin Game' Wins at Little Theatre
Fendley Wins School Board Election
Democratic-endorsed candidate defeats Republican Bill Barker and Independent Cecelia Espenoza.
Fendley Wins School Board Election
Alexandria News Briefs
Alexandria News Briefs
City Challenges Mirant Consent Decree
City Challenges Mirant Consent Decree
Preparing for Mirant's Demise?
Preparing for Mirant's Demise?
DEQ Approves Mirant Tests
DEQ Approves Mirant Tests
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving Day
Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving Day
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Clifton Homes Tour, Parade, Dec. 3
Worth Noting
Worth Noting
Paul VI Presents 'Charlie's Aunt'
Paul VI Presents 'Charlie's Aunt'
Getting Out the Vote
Getting Out the Vote
Bulova Going to Richmond
Bulova Going to Richmond
Business Notes
Business Notes
New ODay Townhouses More Forward
New ODay Townhouses More Forward
Trader Joe's Opens Friday in Centreville
Trader Joe's Opens Friday in Centreville
Centreville Man is Fugitive from Law
Centreville Man is Fugitive from Law
High Density Proposals for Reston
Proposals for four new residential projects which could bring as many as 1,422 condos to Reston.
High Density Proposals for Reston
New Life at Kings Crossing
Wholesale retailer could change the direction of development.
New Life at Kings Crossing
Moran Denounces Budget Process
Local charities and city government will bear the consequences.
Moran Denounces Budget Process
Marketing Alexandria for the Holidays
2005 program is designed to sell the city near and far.
Marketing Alexandria for the Holidays
Symphony Continues Concert Series
Symphony Continues Concert Series
Boomer Bands
Boomer Bands
Local Pols Outline Obstacles to Township
RCA keeps pushing forward.
Local Pols Outline Obstacles to Township
A Split Board for RCC
At the first meeting since the election of four new members, the RCC board shows signs of division.
A Split Board for RCC
Week in Reston
Week in Reston
Wednesday, November 9
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Celebrating Life's 'Simple Pleasures'
Fairfax resident's paintings on display at Loft Gallery.
Celebrating Life's 'Simple Pleasures'
There’s a New Sheriff in Town
Dana Lawhorne vows to solve overcrowding problem at the prison.
There’s a New Sheriff in Town
A Little Something for Children
Children's Performance Series brings the arts to young Fairfax residents.
A Little Something for Children
Remembering Rover
Pender Veterinary Clinic dedicates a memorial park for pets on Sunday, Nov. 6.
Remembering Rover
People
People
Group Gears Up
Help Save Herndon members discuss day labor and upcoming local elections.
Group Gears Up
County Notebook
County Notebook
Week in Loudoun
Week in Loudoun
Campaign Foot Wear
The delegate race in the 37th District remains busy until the end.
Campaign Foot Wear
Notes from the Budding Author
Fairfax native receives award for writing.
Notes from the Budding Author
These Shoes Were Made for Campaigning
The delegate race in the 37th District remains busy until the end.
These Shoes Were Made for Campaigning
County Awards Extraordinary Neighbor
Fairfax resident Louise Pennington wins 2005 Barbara Varon Volunteer Award.
County Awards Extraordinary Neighbor
New Teacher, New Play, No Problem
In her first year, Sarah Bever offers new teaching style to Herndon High's drama department.
New Teacher, New Play, No Problem
Kaine Is Va.'s Next Governor
Kaine Is Va.'s Next Governor
Experts Make Recommendations for Land
School Board Responds to Land Recommendations
Experts Make Recommendations for Land
Vandals Trash Burke Centre VRE Station
Repairs expected to cost over $80,000.
Vandals Trash Burke Centre VRE Station
Missing Kayaker Found Dead in Piscataway Creek
Police still investigating the incident.
Missing Kayaker Found Dead in Piscataway Creek
New Church Brings Community Together
St. Aphraim's Syriac Orthodox Church is the first in the area.
New Church Brings Community Together
The Art of War
Springfield soldier donates six drawings from service in Bosnia to U.S. Army museum.
The Art of War
Thanksgiving Run for Orphanage
Methodist Church Hosts Run to Benefit Ugandan Orphanage
Thanksgiving Run for Orphanage
Final Encounter at the Polls
Both candidates for House of Delegates in 42nd District welcome voters to Silverbrook Elementary School.
Final Encounter at the Polls
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Celebrating Life's 'Simple Pleasures'
Fairfax resident's paintings on display at Loft Gallery.
Celebrating Life's 'Simple Pleasures'
Democrat Caputo Makes History
Sully District's first non-Republican elected to state office.
Democrat Caputo Makes History
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Lake Braddock's fall performance has Shakespeare swinging.
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Building a Drama Department from Scratch
Building a Drama Department from Scratch
Portrait of an Immigrant U.S. Soldier
Leon Goure is WWII vet, scholar and author.
Portrait of an Immigrant U.S. Soldier
Alexandria Launches Lobbying Effort
City Hall prepares its legislative package for upcoming General Assembly.
Alexandria Launches Lobbying Effort
Loudoun County Accepts Appeal
Loudoun County Accepts Appeal
Final Encounter at the Polls
Both candidates for House of Delegates in 42nd District welcome voters to Silverbrook Elementary School.
Final Encounter at the Polls
Kaine Is Va.'s Next Governor
Kaine Is Va.'s Next Governor
Grant Expands LINK
Grant Expands LINK
That's a Wrap
Close governor and House of Delegates' race brings out the voters in the 41st District.
That's a Wrap
Final Encounter at the Polls
Both candidates for House of Delegates in 42nd District welcome voters to Silverbrook Elementary School.
Final Encounter at the Polls
Ballston Project Fails on Transportation
Ballston Project Fails on Transportation
Week in Herndon
Week in Herndon
'He Loved the Marines'
Son of Fairfax couple killed in helicopter crash in Iraq.
'He Loved the Marines'
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
Mount Vernon and England Celebrate Partnership
Reception brings together people from both countries.
Mount Vernon and England Celebrate Partnership
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Newly opened school may become Fairfax County's most overcrowded.
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Community
Community
Providing Refuge from the Storm
Irving Middle School students raise $6,000 for Katrina relief.
Providing Refuge from the Storm
'West Side’ Ballet Signals Broader Arts Focus
Long-time dancers bring experience to Churchill production.
'West Side’ Ballet Signals Broader Arts Focus
Veterans Honor the Fallen
Veterans collect donations, give out poppies symbolizing those who served.
Veterans Honor the Fallen
Clubs and Organizations
Clubs and Organizations
Residents Open Robeks
Leslie and Dave Hutchinson offer healthy alternative to eating on the go.
Residents Open Robeks
Growing, But a Bit Slower
City’s budget outlook is strong, assessments still projected to increase in double digits.
Growing, But a Bit Slower
Bridging the Digital Divide
Learning computer skills opens doors for participants of a local nonprofit program.
Bridging the Digital Divide
Suspect Wanted
Suspect Wanted
$180 Million Approved for School Construction
$180 Million Approved for School Construction
Classes and Workshops
Classes and Workshops
Ending Ramadan, Ending Hunger
Ending Ramadan, Ending Hunger
Loudoun County Accepts Appeal
Public hearing set for December to review Herndon appeal to allow day-laborer center at former police station.
Loudoun County Accepts Appeal
Another Election
Another Election
Under Way
Under Way
Business
Business
Chamber Chairman Receives Award
Chamber Chairman Receives Award
Murder Charges Dropped Against Son
October killing of a Potomac woman remains under investigation.
Murder Charges Dropped Against Son
Churchill Tries to Live Up to 'Story'
Hoffman, Voightmann lead in staging of Broadway classic.
Churchill Tries to Live Up to 'Story'
Last Chance to Buy a Painted Pony
Last Chance to Buy a Painted Pony
Potomac Elementary Sculpts Artistic Future
David Hubbard’s “Night Boat” is among first public artworks in Potomac.
Potomac Elementary Sculpts Artistic Future
School Construction Plan Stirs Controversies
Kendale boundary study slated for spring; Churchill dropped from new high school planning.
School Construction Plan Stirs Controversies
This Week in Potomac 11-9-05
This Week in Potomac 11-9-05
Short Walk To Vote
Greenspring residents able to vote within their gated community.
Short Walk To Vote
Providing Refuge from the Storm
Irving Middle School students raise $6,000 for Katrina relief.
Providing Refuge from the Storm
$180 Million Approved for School Construction
$180 Million Approved for School Construction
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Newly opened school may become Fairfax County's most overcrowded.
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Short Walk To Vote
Greenspring residents able to vote within their gated community.
Short Walk To Vote
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Newly opened school may become Fairfax County's most overcrowded.
Overcrowding Expected at South County
Tuesday, November 8
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Schools
Schools
Health
Health
Langley School Opens Media Studio
Green screen enables students to create every backdrop imaginable.
Langley School Opens Media Studio
Calendar
Calendar
Gymnast Lives on Through Scholarship
Scholarship Rewards Loudoun County Seniors Dedicated to Community Service
Gymnast Lives on Through Scholarship
Business Notes
Business Notes
McLean This Week
McLean This Week
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Health Notes
Health Notes
Health
Health
Health
Health
College Notes
College Notes
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Lake Braddock's fall performance has Shakespeare swinging.
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Senior Living
Senior Living
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Lake Braddock's fall performance has Shakespeare swinging.
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Health
Health
Health
Health
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Lake Braddock's fall performance has Shakespeare swinging.
'Much Ado' about V-E Day
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Health
Health
Breaking the Fast
Muslims gather at a local mosque to break their fast together during Ramadan.
Breaking the Fast
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Fine Arts Scene
Fine Arts Scene
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Fine Arts Scene
Fine Arts Scene
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Fine Arts Scene
Fine Arts Scene
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
News Briefs
News Briefs
Latino Leaders Condemn Anti-Immigrant Legislation
Republican delegates announce new bills that will restrict rights of illegal immigrants.
Latino Leaders Condemn Anti-Immigrant Legislation
Providing a Fresh Start
Local organization is recognized for work with homeless and abused women.
Providing a Fresh Start
‘Authoritarian’ Steps Out
Wakefield student shines as stage manager and crew for high school and professional theater productions
‘Authoritarian’ Steps Out
School Board Prepares Legislative Goals
Members seek full funding for testing and more money for pre-school from General Assembly.
School Board Prepares Legislative Goals
New-Age People Movers?
Transportation planning experts express concern over lack of market research behind plans for Dulles Corridor Metro.
New-Age People Movers?
Strong Election Turnout Expected in Virginia
Strong Election Turnout Expected in Virginia
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
County Unveils Clarendon Plan
Some residents complain the plan is too confusing and rigid.
County Unveils Clarendon Plan
New-Age People Movers?
Transportation planning experts express concern over lack of market research behind plans for Dulles Corridor Metro.
New-Age People Movers?
Student Arrested for Dunn Loring Rapes
Marshall High School student accused of assaults near Dunn Loring Metro.
Student Arrested for Dunn Loring Rapes
Deputy Raises Awareness
Deputy Raises Awareness
Local Voter Turnout Slow, Steady
McLean and Great Falls voters cite civic duty as motivation for voting.
Local Voter Turnout Slow, Steady
Ramadan Brings Appreciation For Life
McLean family finds peace and rejuvenation through religious tradition.
Ramadan Brings Appreciation For Life
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
And the Winner Is ...
Council presents awards and hears presentations at Monday's meeting.
And the Winner Is ...
Ramadan Brings Appreciation For Life
McLean family finds peace and rejuvenation through religious tradition.
Ramadan Brings Appreciation For Life
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Great Falls This Week
Great Falls This Week
Curtain Call For Langley Siblings
Langley High School prepares for its production of Don Nigro's "Robin Hood."
Curtain Call For Langley Siblings
Business Notes
Business Notes
Poisson Now Represents Loudoun County
Democratic Candidate Will Represent the 32nd District
Poisson Now Represents Loudoun County
Curtain Call For Langley Siblings
Langley High School prepares for its production of Don Nigro's "Robin Hood."
Curtain Call For Langley Siblings
Langley School Opens Media Studio
Green screen enables students to create every backdrop imaginable.
Langley School Opens Media Studio
Local Voter Turnout Slow, Steady
McLean and Great Falls voters cite civic duty as motivation for voting.
Local Voter Turnout Slow, Steady
Student Arrested
Marshall High School student accused of assaults near Dunn Loring Metro.
Student Arrested
Vienna This Week
Vienna This Week
News Briefs
News Briefs
Monday, November 7
‘Every 15 Minutes’ A Life is Taken
Churchill presents two-day program on Homecoming weekend and urges students to remember recent local casualties.
‘Every 15 Minutes’ A Life is Taken
Thursday, November 3
Wednesday, November 2
News Briefs
News Briefs
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Healthplex may serve rapidly growing population in Lorton area.
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Cavaliers on the Field
W. T. Woodson students and faculty gather for Homecoming festivities Friday, Oct. 28.
Cavaliers on the Field
A Young Hero Remembered
Pfc. Dillon Jutras, deployed to Iraq earlier this year, was killed during combat operations last week.
A Young Hero Remembered
10 Horses Killed in Clifton Blaze
Six fire companies respond to Clifton fire.
10 Horses Killed in Clifton Blaze
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
10 Horses Killed in Clifton Blaze
Six fire companies respond to Clifton fire.
10 Horses Killed in Clifton Blaze
Coming Soon, to a Faucet Near You....
New water treatment plant slated to open within the next year in Lorton.
Coming Soon, to a Faucet Near You....
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Herndon Clubs and Organizations
Herndon Clubs and Organizations
Herndon Ongoing
Herndon Ongoing
Reston Business
Reston Business
Reston Faith
Reston Faith
Runser Says Good-Bye to Town Hall
Although Robin Runser will no longer be the public information officer, she plans to stay involved with town.
Runser Says Good-Bye to Town Hall
Coming Soon to a Faucet Near You....
New water treatment plant slated to open within the next year in Lorton.
Coming Soon to a Faucet Near You....
Harbor School Gives Up Newbridge Site
Luxury homes tell tale of school’s pullout from Newbridge Drive fight
Harbor School Gives Up Newbridge Site
Politicians Set Up Campaign Headquarters
Visibility, accessibility and low cost key components in finding space.
Politicians Set Up Campaign Headquarters
'Turtles' Race for Youth
'Turtles' Race for Youth
Running To Raise Money
Running To Raise Money
Student Participates In 'Kids Congress'
Student Participates In 'Kids Congress'
Town Dedicates New Police Station
Town Dedicates New Police Station
Man Pleads Guilty to Raping Teen
Man Pleads Guilty to Raping Teen
A Young Hero Remembered
Pfc. Dillon Jutras, deployed to Iraq earlier this year, was killed during combat operations last week
A Young Hero Remembered
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Extended Halloween Extravaganza
Trick-or-treaters participate in variety of local activities.
Extended Halloween Extravaganza
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
'Largest Revision to Date'
Reston Association releases the latest version of the governing documents.
'Largest Revision to Date'
Reston Clubs and Organizations
Reston Clubs and Organizations
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Healthplex may serve rapidly growing population in Lorton area.
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Business Owners Sound Off
City Council hears complaints, concerns on Old Town growth.
Business Owners Sound Off
Schools
Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
County Broadens Real Estate Tax ReliefCounty Broadens Real Estate Tax Relief
About 3,300 additional county residents are eligible for relief.
County Broadens Real Estate Tax ReliefCounty Broadens Real Estate Tax Relief
College Notes
College Notes
Health Notes
Health Notes
Herndon Calendar
Herndon Calendar
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Book Buddies with Katrina Victims
Students and parents at Halley Elementary purchase books to restock library of Mississippi school.
Book Buddies with Katrina Victims
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Book Buddies with Katrina Victims
Students and parents at Halley Elementary purchase books to restock library of Mississippi school.
Book Buddies with Katrina Victims
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Herndon Volunteering
Herndon Volunteering
Preparing for Pandemic
County Health Department prepares for possibility of flu pandemic.
Preparing for Pandemic
College Notes
College Notes
Herndon Schools
Herndon Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Camps & Schools
Camps & Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Faith Notes
Faith Notes
Reston Schools
Reston Schools
Health Notes
Health Notes
Herndon Crime
Herndon Crime
Herndon Business
Herndon Business
Herndon Classes and Workshops
Herndon Classes and Workshops
Herndon Faith
Herndon Faith
Reston Classes and Workshops
Reston Classes and Workshops
Reston Calendar
Reston Calendar
Reston Volunteering
Reston Volunteering
Reston Ongoing Events
Reston Ongoing Events
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Back to the Roller Rink
Regular skater Rhoda Rarick celebrates her 90th birthday.
Back to the Roller Rink
Alexandria To Initiate 'America's 400th'
Eighteen-month celebration will highlight interactive events.
Alexandria To Initiate 'America's 400th'
Healthy Students Help Homeless
Fairview Elementary kicks off partnership and walkathon.
Healthy Students Help Homeless
Miss Ramp, Visit Maryland
Miss Ramp, Visit Maryland
Teachers, Family Join 'Amazing Race'
Reggie and Kimberly Black recount their adventures on reality show.
Teachers, Family Join 'Amazing Race'
Down to the Wire In 67th District
Down to the Wire In 67th District
Coming Soon to a Faucet Near You....
New water treatment plant slated to open within the next year in Lorton.
Coming Soon to a Faucet Near You....
Healthy Students Help Homeless
Fairview Elementary kicks off partnership and walkathon.
Healthy Students Help Homeless
Ghost, Goblins, Princesses, Oh My!
Ghost, Goblins, Princesses, Oh My!
Pumpkins for Sale
Shoppers visit the final Burke Farmers' Market of the year Oct. 29.
Pumpkins for Sale
Worth Noting
Worth Noting
Scream for Ice Cream
Woody's Fall Jubilee Oct. 29 offers live music, free food and frightening costumes.
Scream for Ice Cream
Hugo Is Unopposed in 40th
Hugo Is Unopposed in 40th
Roundups
Roundups
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Airport Credit Card Scam
Airport Credit Card Scam
Police Charge 3 With Drugs
Police Charge 3 With Drugs
Westfield High Theatre Presents "Our Town"
Westfield High Theatre Presents "Our Town"
Back to the Roller Rink
Regular skater Rhoda Rarick celebrates her 90th birthday.
Back to the Roller Rink
Preserving Their Stories
Library of Congress, WIMS sponsoring a program to record oral histories of WWII veterans, workers.
Preserving Their Stories
Craddock Comments Elicit Outrage, Denials
Republican candidate's comments to high school students draw criticism.
Craddock Comments Elicit Outrage, Denials
Literacy Council Needs Money
Loudoun Literacy Council Has Books, Needs Funds
Literacy Council Needs Money
Standing By Their Man
Panoply of city leaders endorse Dana Lawhorne for sheriff.
Standing By Their Man
At the Courthouse
At the Courthouse
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Cavaliers on the Field
W. T. Woodson students and faculty gather for Homecoming festivities Friday, Oct. 28.
Cavaliers on the Field
Rallying for Children
Wednesday Night Crew sponsors third annual Toys for Tots rally Saturday, Nov. 5 at Buffalo Wing University in Fairfax.
Rallying for Children
Herndon Without Hunger
Herndon Without Hunger
Crime Rate Drops
Crime Rate Drops
Halloween Treats
Halloween Treats
Making Reading 'A Habit'
Making Reading 'A Habit'
Relief Truck On Its Way
Relief Truck On Its Way
Politicians Set Up Campaign Headquarters
Visibility, accessibility and low cost key components in finding space.
Politicians Set Up Campaign Headquarters
Teachers on 'Amazing Race'
Reggie and Kimberly Black recount their adventures on reality show.
Teachers on 'Amazing Race'
Less Divots to the Bay
Less Divots to the Bay
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Healthplex may serve rapidly growing population in Lorton area.
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Getting To Know ...
Getting To Know ...
Skaters Thrash at Park
For a second time, a temporary skate park comes to Reston.
Skaters Thrash at Park
‘A Mom Away from Home’ Retires at SLHS
Nancy Burke worked at the school since it opened.
‘A Mom Away from Home’ Retires at SLHS
Week in Reston
Week in Reston
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Healthplex may serve rapidly growing population in Lorton area.
Healthplex on the Horizon?
Farmers’ Market Ends Season
Farmers’ Market Ends Season
Marching Against Drugs
Marching Against Drugs
Rallying for Children
Saturday's fund-raiser, Poker Run starts at Kilroy's restaurant.
Rallying for Children
Budget Juggling
Reston Association board agrees to add more staff without raising assessments.
Budget Juggling
News Briefs
News Briefs
Tuesday, November 1
Volunteer
Volunteer
Business Notes
Business Notes
Business
Business
People
People
Celebrating 25 Years of Agriculture at Butler's Orchard
Celebrating 25 Years of Agriculture at Butler's Orchard
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Night for Ghosts and Goblins
Vienna celebrates being named 4th best town to live in.
Night for Ghosts and Goblins
Turning the Keys to Genius
Wootton takes on challenging "Flowers for Algernon."
Turning the Keys to Genius
Schools
Schools
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Faith
Faith
Schools
Schools
Schools
Schools
Health
Health
Schools
Schools
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Calendar
Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Return to Sender
Return to Sender
Metro Hears about MetroWest
Metro Board doesn't want to interfere in land decision.
Metro Hears about MetroWest
Kaine Leads Kilgore in Arlington Fundraising
Kaine Leads Kilgore in Arlington Fundraising
Residents Disagree Over Age Limit
Great Falls Village Centre bans children over 10 from participating in trick-or-treating event.
Residents Disagree Over Age Limit
Richmond Matters
Politicians hope lack of contested local races does not deter residents
Richmond Matters
Sunny Skies for Potomac Day 2005
Sunny Skies for Potomac Day 2005
Volunteer
Volunteer
Rockville Housemates Cut Footloose
Rockville Housemates Cut Footloose
This Week in Potomac 11-2-05
This Week in Potomac 11-2-05
Affordable Housing Compromise Reached
Developers, activists and Arlington officials agree on deal to provide inexpensive units
Affordable Housing Compromise Reached
Ocean Drilling Takes Teacher to New Depths
Hoover science teacher spends two weeks at sea.
Ocean Drilling Takes Teacher to New Depths
Youth Choir Performs in Great Falls
English teens get their first taste of America.
Youth Choir Performs in Great Falls
Metro Hears about MetroWest
Metro Board doesn't want to interfere in land decision.
Metro Hears about MetroWest
New Home in Cyberspace
New Home in Cyberspace
Community
Community
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
Katrina Job Fair Held
Chamber of Commerce and Skill Source organize job fair for those displaced by the hurricane.
Katrina Job Fair Held
Turtle Rodeo'ing
Langley School administrator returns from Earth Watch expedition in Australia.
Turtle Rodeo'ing
Great Falls Teen Dies in Car Accident
Potomac High School junior crashes car on Beach Mill Road.
Great Falls Teen Dies in Car Accident
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Craddock Comments Elicit Both Outrage, Denials
Craddock Comments Elicit Both Outrage, Denials
Volunteering
Volunteering
Twin Brothers Find Success
Twin Brothers Find Success
Week in Loudoun
Week in Loudoun
Plans in the Making for New Library
Plans in the Making for New Library
Great Falls Teen Dies in Car Accident
Potomac High School junior crashes car on Beach Mill Road.
Great Falls Teen Dies in Car Accident
Katrina Job Fair Held
Chamber of Commerce and Skill Source organize job fair for those displaced by the hurrricane.
Katrina Job Fair Held
Turtle Rodeo'ing
Langley School administrator returns from Earth Watch expedition in Australia.
Turtle Rodeo'ing
Seeds of Change
Seeds of Change
Residents Disagree Over Age Limit
Great Falls Village Centre bans children over 10 from participating in trick-or-treating event.
Residents Disagree Over Age Limit
Youth Choir Performs in Great Falls
English teens get their first taste of America.
Youth Choir Performs in Great Falls
Park Plan Looks to Balance Preservation, Recreation
Dogs, motor sports, bird watching are among competing demands
Park Plan Looks to Balance Preservation, Recreation
Business Notes
Business Notes
Business Notes
Business Notes
Business Notes
Business Notes
Craddock Comments Elicit Both Outrage, Denials
Craddock Comments Elicit Both Outrage, Denials