Stories for August 2007

Stories for August 2007

Subscribe

Thursday, August 30

Grading the Schools

Cora Kelly and Jefferson-Houston will face sanctions under No Child Left Behind.

Grading the Schools

Grading the Schools

Cora Kelly and Jefferson-Houston will face sanctions under No Child Left Behind.

Grading the Schools

New Teachers Welcomed to Alexandria

121 new teachers prepare for the upcoming school year.

New Teachers Welcomed to Alexandria

Pho Sure

Arlandria’s newest Vietnamese restaurant represents one family’s American Dream.

Pho Sure

Lightning Strikes Twice

Eisenhower Valley hotel and West End condominium both struck Saturday evening.

Lightning Strikes Twice

Court Rules Against Anti-Solicitation Ordinance

Lack of permanent site, limitations to access cited in judge's ruling.

Court Rules Against Anti-Solicitation Ordinance

New Teachers Welcomed to Alexandria

121 new teachers prepare for the upcoming school year.

New Teachers Welcomed to Alexandria

Down and Dirty Politics

Callers in a recent poll were asked if they knew Englin voted for children to access porn.

Down and Dirty Politics

Back from Baghdad

A conversation with Congressman Moran about his recent trip to Iraq.

Back from Baghdad

Lightning Strikes Twice

Eisenhower Valley hotel and West End condominium both struck Saturday evening.

Lightning Strikes Twice

Court Rules Against Anti-Solicitation Ordinance

Lack of permanent site, limitations to access cited in judge's ruling.

Court Rules Against Anti-Solicitation Ordinance

Down and Dirty Politics

Callers in a recent poll were asked if they knew Englin voted for children to access porn.

Down and Dirty Politics

Back from Baghdad

A conversation with Congressman Moran about his recent trip to Iraq.

Back from Baghdad

Wednesday, August 29

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Getting to Know …

Mary Speed

Getting to Know …

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Rachel Carson Middle School Celebrates 10 Years

'A Decade of Dreams’ presented along with new programming, administrative staff.

Rachel Carson Middle School Celebrates 10 Years

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Dust Off the Backpacks

Springfield-area schools prepare for Sept. 4 opening.

Dust Off the Backpacks

Time for a Change

Mike McClanahan hopes to replace Elaine McConnell this November.

Time for a Change

Task Force on Tysons' Future

Task Force on Tysons' Future

GMU Back in Session

Freshmen move into dorms on Thursday, Aug. 23.

GMU Back in Session

Bus Crushes Man

Hard-working man suffers severe injuries, struggles to provide shelter and food for his family.

Bus Crushes Man

Davis Talks War

Town Hall meeting angers many audience members.

Davis Talks War

Task Force on Tysons' Future

Task Force on Tysons' Future

AAUW Plans Used Book Sale

AAUW Plans Used Book Sale

Davis Talks War

Town Hall meeting angers many audience members.

Davis Talks War

Schools Prepare as Summer Winds Down

High, middle schools get ready for 2006-07 school year.

Schools Prepare as Summer Winds Down

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Bluegrass fans, performers converge on Mason Neck for annual music festival.

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

AAUW Plans Used Book Sale

AAUW Plans Used Book Sale

Davis Talks War

Town Hall meeting angers many audience members.

Davis Talks War

Time for a Change

Mike McClanahan hopes to replace Elaine McConnell this November.

Time for a Change

Bus Crushes Man

Hard-working man suffers severe injuries, struggles to provide shelter and food for his family.

Bus Crushes Man

Playing with Monarchs

Spring Hill Elementary School hosts Monarch Teacher Network workshop.

Playing with Monarchs

Business Notes

Business Notes

Calendar

Calendar

School Notes

School Notes

Good Neighbors

Longfellow develops working relationship with Chesterbrook Residences and plans for upcoming renovations.

Good Neighbors

Health Notes

Health Notes

Cooper: 'Time Plus Support Equals Learning'

Cooper focuses on teaching students critical thinking skills and time management.

Cooper: 'Time Plus Support Equals Learning'

Schools Prepare for Students

New School Year Begins Sept. 4

Schools Prepare for Students

Health Notes

Health Notes

Helping the Earth With Art

Helping the Earth With Art

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Focusing on the Whole Child

Great Falls Elementary School aims to teach more than academics.

Focusing on the Whole Child

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Battling Invaders

Volunteers remove invasive species in Marie Butler Leven Preserve.

Battling Invaders

School Notes

School Notes

Herndon Middle School Tries Block Schedules

HMS students to expect newer, longer class periods.

Herndon Middle School Tries Block Schedules

School Notes

School Notes

Playing with Monarchs

Spring Hill Elementary School hosts Monarch Teacher Network workshop.

Playing with Monarchs

Community Notes

Community Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Cooper: 'Time Plus Support Equals Learning'

Cooper focuses on teaching students critical thinking skills and time management.

Cooper: 'Time Plus Support Equals Learning'

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Community Notes

Community Notes

Battling Invaders

Volunteers remove invasive species in Marie Butler Leven Preserve.

Battling Invaders

FCPS Immunization Requirements

FCPS Immunization Requirements

50 Years in McLean

Churchill Road Elementary prepares for coming school year and looks forward to celebrating its 50th anniversary.

50 Years in McLean

Helping the Earth With Art

Helping the Earth With Art

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Louodun Ongoing Events

Louodun Ongoing Events

For the Kids

For the Kids

North County E Calendar, Aug. 29

For Reston, Herndon, Vienna, McLean and Great Falls

North County E Calendar, Aug. 29

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Bluegrass fans, performers converge on Mason Neck for annual music festival.

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Time for a Change

Mike McClanahan hopes to replace Elaine McConnell this November.

Time for a Change

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Middle, Secondary schools prepare for Tuesday start.

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Middle, Secondary schools prepare for Tuesday start.

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Middle, High Schools Gear Up for New Year

Middle, High Schools Gear Up for New Year

Police Seek Robbery, Assault Suspects

Two of three suspects in June knife robbery remain at large.

Police Seek Robbery, Assault Suspects

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Automobile enthusiasts gather, display cars and raise funds for Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Pat Herrity hopes to replace Elaine McConnell in Springfield District.

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Family and friends help Rose Batts mark 99 years.

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Bluegrass fans, performers converge on Mason Neck for annual music festival.

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Back to School

High, middle schools get ready for 2006-07 school year.

Back to School

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Automobile enthusiasts gather, display cars and raise funds for Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Middle, Secondary schools prepare for Tuesday start.

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Pat Herrity hopes to replace Elaine McConnell in Springfield District.

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Dust Off the Backpacks

Springfield-area schools prepare for Sept. 4 opening.

Dust Off the Backpacks

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Middle, Secondary schools prepare for Tuesday start.

Schools Add Finishing Touches

Davis Talks War

Town Hall meeting angers many audience members.

Davis Talks War

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Family and friends help Rose Batts mark 99 years.

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Pat Herrity hopes to replace Elaine McConnell in Springfield District.

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Over the Bridge

Springfield residents take a stroll over Veteran’s Bridge during annual Bridge Walk Tuesday.

Over the Bridge

Time for a Change

Mike McClanahan hopes to replace Elaine McConnell this November.

Time for a Change

Middle, High Schools Gear Up for New Year

Middle, High Schools Gear Up for New Year

Police Seek Robbery, Assault Suspects

Two of three suspects in June knife robbery remain at large.

Police Seek Robbery, Assault Suspects

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Automobile enthusiasts gather, display cars and raise funds for Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Back to School

High, middle schools get ready for 2006-07 school year.

Back to School

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Family and friends help Rose Batts mark 99 years.

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Bluegrass fans, performers converge on Mason Neck for annual music festival.

Pickin’ and Grinnin’

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Automobile enthusiasts gather, display cars and raise funds for Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Centreville Hosts Charity Cruise-In

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Pat Herrity hopes to replace Elaine McConnell in Springfield District.

Herrity’s ‘Vision’ For Fairfax’s Future

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Family and friends help Rose Batts mark 99 years.

Rose Batts Celebrates 99 Years

Over the Bridge

Springfield residents take a stroll over Veteran’s Bridge during annual Bridge Walk Tuesday.

Over the Bridge

GMU Back in Session

Freshmen move into dorms on Thursday, Aug. 23.

GMU Back in Session

Schools Prepare as Summer Winds Down

High, middle schools get ready for 2006-07 school year.

Schools Prepare as Summer Winds Down

Tuesday, August 28

Electrical Fire Fries Dinner Plans

Electrical Fire Fries Dinner Plans

Rash of Armed Robberies in Hybla Valley

Rash of Armed Robberies in Hybla Valley

Backpack-Packing at UCM

United Community Ministries organizes annual drive to bring school supplies to students in need.

Backpack-Packing at UCM

Celebrating with Fund-Raiser

Local fitness studio combines one-year anniversary with cancer fund-raiser.

Celebrating with Fund-Raiser

Barnett Named New SSA Director

Barnett Named New SSA Director

Rock-N-Ride Rolls into Loudoun

Rock-N-Ride Rolls into Loudoun

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Fireworks and live music concert enhance 2007 event.

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Can't Miss Moments: Aug. 29-Sept. 5

Can't Miss Moments: Aug. 29-Sept. 5

Nothing Fishy About Love for Sushi

Nothing Fishy About Love for Sushi

‘Local Color Arts Show’ Joins Festival Pros

‘Local Color Arts Show’ Joins Festival Pros

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

NAACP Questions School Board's Commitment to Minority Students

School Board Re-examines Achievement Gap

NAACP Questions School Board's Commitment to Minority Students

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Sprinkles: 18 Sweet Years

Potomac’s only frozen yogurt shop remains an institution through changing times.

Sprinkles: 18 Sweet Years

Facing the First Day

Principals help organize, train and give teacher support during the last days of summer.

Facing the First Day

This Week in Potomac 8-29-07

This Week in Potomac 8-29-07

Ticking Down the Final Days Before School

The last week of summer was a time of preparation and excitement for teachers and administrators at three of Potomac ’s elementary schools.

Ticking Down the Final Days Before School

Facing the First Day

Principals help organize, train and give teacher support during the last days of summer.

Facing the First Day

20 Years of Folk Music

Reston-Herndon Folk Club open mic and concert series recognizes landmark year.

20 Years of Folk Music

Cashing In Old Dunham's Garage

A new banking facility at a historic Village site raises questions and concerns.

Cashing In Old Dunham's Garage

Ticking Down the Final Days Before School

The last week of summer was a time of preparation and excitement for teachers and administrators at three of Potomac ’s elementary schools.

Ticking Down the Final Days Before School

This Week in Potomac 8-29-07

This Week in Potomac 8-29-07

And They’re Off ...

And They’re Off ...

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Herndon to Celebrate Namesake

19th century Naval Commander William Herndon honored in historical heritage awareness drive.

Herndon to Celebrate Namesake

Herndon to Celebrate Namesake

19th century Naval Commander William Herndon honored in historical heritage awareness drive.

Herndon to Celebrate Namesake

Celebrating with Fund-Raiser

Local fitness studio combines one-year anniversary with cancer fund-raiser.

Celebrating with Fund-Raiser

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

A Dream Fulfilled

A Dream Fulfilled

Rock-N-Ride Rolls into Loudoun

Rock-N-Ride Rolls into Loudoun

Proud to Serve

Proud to Serve

Carbon Monoxide Victims Released

Whitman graduate among those released from hospital after carbon monoxide poisoning in Blacksburg, Va.

Carbon Monoxide Victims Released

They're Back

County students return to school.

They're Back

Town to Staff Labor Site

Herndon plans to pay for labor site that checks authorization status in absence of independent operator.

Town to Staff Labor Site

A Dream Fulfilled

A Dream Fulfilled

NAACP Questions School Board's Commitment to Minority Students

School Board Re-examines Achievement Gap

NAACP Questions School Board's Commitment to Minority Students

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Sprinkles: 18 Sweet Years

Potomac’s only frozen yogurt shop remains an institution through changing times.

Sprinkles: 18 Sweet Years

Tech Students Released

Hospitals release carbon monoxide victims.

Tech Students Released

20 Years of Folk Music

Reston-Herndon Folk Club open mic and concert series recognizes landmark year.

20 Years of Folk Music

They're Back

County students return to school.

They're Back

Town to Staff Labor Site

Herndon plans to pay for labor site that checks authorization status in absence of independent operator.

Town to Staff Labor Site

Electrical Fire Fries Dinner Plans

Electrical Fire Fries Dinner Plans

Rash of Armed Robberies in Hybla Valley

Rash of Armed Robberies in Hybla Valley

Proud to Serve

Proud to Serve

Beating Back Invading Hordes

Volunteers clear invasive plants from Woodley Hills Park.

Beating Back Invading Hordes

Carbon Monoxide Victims Released

Whitman graduate among those released from hospital after carbon monoxide poisoning in Blacksburg, Va.

Carbon Monoxide Victims Released

Schools Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Schools Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Fireworks and live music concert enhance 2007 event.

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

History Trail Through Loudoun

Discover aspects of Loudoun's history in every corner of the county.

History Trail Through Loudoun

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Alexandria Bulletin Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Alexandria Bulletin Aug. 30-Sept. 4

School Aug. 30-Sept. 4

School Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Neighbors: Rosemont Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Neighbors: Rosemont Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Senior Living Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Senior Living Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Art Activated at The Torpedo factory

Art Activated at The Torpedo factory

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Faith Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Obit Memorial Service Planned for Harriet Hines Carlin

Obit Memorial Service Planned for Harriet Hines Carlin

Mount Vernon Bulletin

Mount Vernon Bulletin

Schools Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Schools Aug. 30-Sept. 5

Art Activated at The Torpedo factory

Art Activated at The Torpedo factory

Children In The Churchyard

Children In The Churchyard

Four Examples of Art Festival Offerings

Four Examples of Art Festival Offerings

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Fine Arts Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Fine Arts Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Four Examples of Art Festival Offerings

Four Examples of Art Festival Offerings

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Fireworks and live music concert enhance 2007 event.

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Bringing It All Back Home

Michael League returns home with a catalogue of world-jazz fusion for family, friends and fans.

Bringing It All Back Home

Children In The Churchyard

Children In The Churchyard

‘Local Color Arts Show’ Joins Festival Pros

‘Local Color Arts Show’ Joins Festival Pros

Phasing Out Trans fat

Local restaurant company creates trans fat free menus.

Phasing Out Trans fat

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Fireworks and live music concert enhance 2007 event.

Festival of the Arts Returns to Old Town

Fine Arts Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Fine Arts Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Calendar Aug. 30-Sept. 4

Week in Vienna

Week in Vienna

Realtor, Visionary, Gentleman

Verlin W. Smith left legacy of goodwill and community enhancement.

Realtor, Visionary, Gentleman

Principals Psyched for September

Back to School

Principals Psyched for September

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Bringing the World to the Classroom

Visiting international faculty provide cultural enrichment for Loudoun students.

Bringing the World to the Classroom

Mount Vernon Schools Cope with SOL Scores

Temporary change in ESOL test makes AYP hard to meet.

Mount Vernon Schools Cope with SOL Scores

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Infill Development Meeting Ends in a Draw

Hyland to sponsor land use information seminars.

Infill Development Meeting Ends in a Draw

Leaving a Legacy of Service

Reston-Herndon FISH’s Bargain Loft looks for substitute for volunteer veteran.

Leaving a Legacy of Service

Working Mothers Come Together

Working Mothers Come Together

Some Schools Fail to Make AYP

Catoctin Fails for Second Year

Some Schools Fail to Make AYP

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Beating Back Invading Hordes

Volunteers clear invasive plants from Woodley Hills Park.

Beating Back Invading Hordes

Ideas Wanted

GFCA urges local residents to attend public meeting on proposed design of new fire station in Great Falls.

Ideas Wanted

DeWitt Army Hospital Celebrates 50 Years

Time capsule to be placed at site of new DeWitt Hospital.

DeWitt Army Hospital Celebrates 50 Years

History Trail Through Loudoun

History Trail Through Loudoun

Owners File Suit Against HOA

Lansdowne day-care providers seek injunction against covenants vote.

Owners File Suit Against HOA

Newspaper Editor Dies in Fairfax

Independent’s Editor Dies at 70

Newspaper Editor Dies in Fairfax

Harrington Named Firefighter of the Year

Award established in 1985 to recognize highest traditions.

Harrington Named Firefighter of the Year

The Importance of Building Relationships

Mount Vernon High School includes all schools in pyramid in kickoff to new relationship-building program.

The Importance of Building Relationships

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Court Rules for NVTA

Court Rules for NVTA

Folk Clubs Marks 20 Years

Reston-Herndon Folk Club open mic and concert series recognizes landmark year.

Folk Clubs Marks 20 Years

Outstanding American

Potomac resident and Holton ‘98 grad named one of the country’s Ten Outstanding Young Americans.

Outstanding American

Making a Difference

Making a Difference

ARHA to Evict Woman

Tenant vows appeal decision to City Human Rights and U.S. HUD.

ARHA to Evict Woman

Singer Honored by School Board

Potomac resident and longtime teacher recognized for recently published book about surviving Nazi-occupied Belgium.

Singer Honored by School Board

Bringing the World to the Classroom

Visiting international faculty provide cultural enrichment for Loudoun students.

Bringing the World to the Classroom

Mount Vernon Schools Cope with SOL Scores

Temporary change in ESOL test makes AYP hard to meet.

Mount Vernon Schools Cope with SOL Scores

Ideas Wanted

GFCA urges local residents to attend public meeting on proposed design of new fire station in Great Falls.

Ideas Wanted

DeWitt Army Hospital Celebrates 50 Years

Time capsule to be placed at site of new DeWitt Hospital.

DeWitt Army Hospital Celebrates 50 Years

History Trail Through Loudoun

History Trail Through Loudoun

Owners File Suit Against HOA

Lansdowne day-care providers seek injunction against covenants vote.

Owners File Suit Against HOA

Infill Development Meeting Ends in a Draw

Hyland to sponsor land use information seminars.

Infill Development Meeting Ends in a Draw

Leaving a Legacy of Service

Reston-Herndon FISH’s Bargain Loft looks for substitute for volunteer veteran.

Leaving a Legacy of Service

Working Mothers Come Together

Working Mothers Come Together

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Some Schools Fail to Make AYP

Catoctin Fails for Second Year

Some Schools Fail to Make AYP

Backpack-Packing at UCM

United Community Ministries organizes annual drive to bring school supplies to students in need.

Backpack-Packing at UCM

And They’re Off ...

And They’re Off ...

Newspaper Editor Dies in Fairfax

Independent’s Editor Dies at 70

Newspaper Editor Dies in Fairfax

The Importance of Building Relationships

Mount Vernon High School includes all schools in pyramid in kickoff to new relationship-building program.

The Importance of Building Relationships

Star in the Making

Fairfax Station resident wins national dance competition.

Star in the Making

Week in Vienna

Week in Vienna

Harrington Named Firefighter of the Year

Award established in 1985 to recognize highest traditions.

Harrington Named Firefighter of the Year

Court Rules for NVTA

Court Rules for NVTA

Folk Clubs Marks 20 Years

Reston-Herndon Folk Club open mic and concert series recognizes landmark year.

Folk Clubs Marks 20 Years

Principals Psyched for September

Back to School

Principals Psyched for September

Outstanding American

Potomac resident and Holton ‘98 grad named one of the country’s Ten Outstanding Young Americans.

Outstanding American

Realtor, Visionary, Gentleman

Verlin W. Smith left legacy of goodwill and community enhancement.

Realtor, Visionary, Gentleman

Singer Honored by School Board

Potomac resident and longtime teacher recognized for recently published book about surviving Nazi-occupied Belgium.

Singer Honored by School Board

Making a Difference

Making a Difference

ARHA to Evict Woman

Tenant vows appeal decision to City Human Rights and U.S. HUD.

ARHA to Evict Woman

Cashing In Old Dunham's Garage

A new banking facility at a historic Village site raises questions and concerns.

Cashing In Old Dunham's Garage

Barnett Named New SSA Director

Barnett Named New SSA Director

Tech Students Released

Hospitals release carbon monoxide victims.

Tech Students Released

Monday, August 27

All That Rosslyn Jazz

The Rosslyn Jazz Festival returns for a 17th year.

All That Rosslyn Jazz

All That Rosslyn Jazz

The Rosslyn Jazz Festival returns for a 17th year.

All That Rosslyn Jazz

The Week In Arlington

The Week In Arlington

The Week In Arlington

The Week In Arlington

Sunday, August 26

New Teachers Learn The Ropes

Ten new teachers are beginning their careers at Randolph Elementary School this year.

New Teachers Learn The Ropes

Oleszek The Ouster

School Board member strives to claim 37th District seat for Democrats.

Oleszek The Ouster

Getting To Know... Judith Kendall

This longtime teacher is coming back for another year of schooling.

Getting To Know... Judith Kendall

Schools Get Failing Grades

Almost half of Arlington’s public schools do not satisfy federal standards.

Schools Get Failing Grades

Oleszek The Ouster

School Board member strives to claim 37th District seat for Democrats.

Oleszek The Ouster

Oleszek The Ouster

School Board member strives to claim 37th District seat for Democrats.

Oleszek The Ouster

Oleszek The Ouster

School Board member strives to claim 37th District seat for Democrats.

Oleszek The Ouster

Friday, August 24

Blacksburg Poisoning Hit Close to Home

Tech students from Ashburn among victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Blacksburg Poisoning Hit Close to Home

Blacksburg Poisoning Hit Close to Home

Tech students from Ashburn among victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Blacksburg Poisoning Hit Close to Home

Thursday, August 23

Emphasizing Mastery Learning

South Lakes concentrates on learning communities.

Emphasizing Mastery Learning

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Art Without Walls

Sculptures on the Grounds brings art outdoors in Rockville.

Art Without Walls

Simon Backs Petition Effort

Simon Backs Petition Effort

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

People Notes

People Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Community Notes

Community Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

North County Calendar, Aug. 22-28

Events in Vienna, McLean, Great Falls, Reston and Herndon

North County Calendar, Aug. 22-28

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

North County Calendar, Aug. 22-28

Events in Vienna, McLean, Great Falls, Reston and Herndon

North County Calendar, Aug. 22-28

‘Cash Grocer’ Cashes Out

Another Alexandria landmark disappears from the scene.

‘Cash Grocer’ Cashes Out

Proud To Serve

Sgt. Scott Kirkpatrick died in Iraq last week.

Proud To Serve

Fatal Crash on Van Dorn

Fatal Crash on Van Dorn

Proud To Serve

Sgt. Scott Kirkpatrick died in Iraq last week.

Proud To Serve

Wednesday, August 22

Calendar

Calendar

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

Tech student from Vienna among victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

His Brand New Harley

Sonny Leonardís ecstatic over new bike.

His Brand New Harley

His Brand New Harley

Sonny Leonardís ecstatic over new bike.

His Brand New Harley

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Maximum Sentence Imposed

Mohammad Ahmad sentenced to maximum 40-year prison term for murder of 21-month-old baby.

Maximum Sentence Imposed

Church Focuses on Hispanic Community

Spanish worship services attract dozens to Vienna Assembly of God.

Church Focuses on Hispanic Community

BRAC Moves Forward, Board's Role Diminished

Belvoir BRAC price tag set at $3.2 billion.

BRAC Moves Forward, Board's Role Diminished

Maximum Sentence Imposed

Mohammad Ahmad sentenced to maximum 40-year prison term for murder of 21-month-old baby.

Maximum Sentence Imposed

Cross-Country Rider

South Riding cyclist rides from Seattle to Washington, D.C., for American Lung Association.

Cross-Country Rider

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

Tech student from Vienna among victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

Tuesday, August 21

Dances With Wolves

Local Film Enthusiast Inspired by Music of Sufjan Stevens.

Dances With Wolves

Three Po Boys

See how they run at Southside 815, the Union Street Public House and King Street Blues.

Three Po Boys

Treatment Advocates Plan Run

Treatment Advocates Plan Run

Diplomat Indicted

A State Department employee is accused of threatening an Arab-American group.

Diplomat Indicted

BRAC Moves Forward — Advisors' Role Diminished

Belvoir BRAC price tag set at $3.2 billion.

BRAC Moves Forward — Advisors' Role Diminished

Crash at Campus Drive

Crash at Campus Drive

Langley Student Awarded $1,000

Langley Student Awarded $1,000

Secret of Success

Five months after opening, The Dock at Lansdowne is drawing residents through its doors.

Secret of Success

Lord of Land Use

Joseph Johnson is Lord Fairfax for the Lee District.

Lord of Land Use

Family, Guard Mourn Soldier

Sgt. Jonathan Forde of Vienna died last week from meningitis at training in Wisconsin.

Family, Guard Mourn Soldier

In Their Words

Hokie journalism students publish book recounting April 16 campus shootings and their aftermath.

In Their Words

Dust Off the Backpacks

Elementary schools prepare for Sept. 4 opening.

Dust Off the Backpacks

A Century of Silverbrook

Silverbrook United Methodist Church commemorates 100 years Sept. 16.

A Century of Silverbrook

Sight and Sound, Step by Step

James Madison High School Marching Band prepares for the fall season.

Sight and Sound, Step by Step

Good Shepherd Festival Set For Labor Day

Good Shepherd Festival Set For Labor Day

New Staff To Greet HHS Students

More than 20 new faces among all levels of Herndon High School’s staffing mark start of new year.

New Staff To Greet HHS Students

School Notes

School Notes

Langley Student Awarded $1,000

Langley Student Awarded $1,000

School Notes

School Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Vienna Schools Focus on Character

It’s "Back-to-School" for Vienna public schools on Sept. 4.

Vienna Schools Focus on Character

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Student Shots Required and Available

All incoming sixth-graders are required to get immunized before the first day of school.

Student Shots Required and Available

Business Notes

Business Notes

Corriher Named IAH Chief Nurse Executive

Corriher Named IAH Chief Nurse Executive

Corriher Named IAH Chief Nurse Executive

Corriher Named IAH Chief Nurse Executive

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Business Notes

Business Notes

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Great Falls Charitable Foundation Receives Donation

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Ready, Set, Pull!

Dulles Day Plane Pull set for Sept. 8.

Ready, Set, Pull!

Good Shepherd Festival Set For Labor Day

Good Shepherd Festival Set For Labor Day

Three Po Boys

See how they run at Southside 815, the Union Street Public House and King Street Blues.

Three Po Boys

Never Too Early

High school students study for college credit.

Never Too Early

McLean Rotary Contributes to Project Amigo

McLean Rotary Contributes to Project Amigo

Labor Site Funding in Jeopardy

Official talks between Herndon, Fairfax County may not happen after silence from council.

Labor Site Funding in Jeopardy

Staying the Course

Local elementary schools focus on maintaining character education and environmental education in the coming school year.

Staying the Course

Middle Schools Prepare for First Day

Ashburn Middle Schools

Middle Schools Prepare for First Day

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Middle Schools Get Ready

South Riding Middle Schools

Middle Schools Get Ready

Gather 'Round, Gearheads

Annual car show expected to draw 500 cruisers.

Gather 'Round, Gearheads

Any Home but a Nursing Home

Disabled Alexandria resident, 61, searches for home for herself and her cats.

Any Home but a Nursing Home

Fire Drills for the Dorms

GMU’s resident advisors receive hands-on training from the City of Fairfax Fire Department

Fire Drills for the Dorms

Lord of Land Use

Joseph Johnson is Lord Fairfax for the Lee District.

Lord of Land Use

Mirant Initiates Stack Merge

DEQ to schedule special meeting of Air Pollution Control Board

Mirant Initiates Stack Merge

Coming Together

Coming Together

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Back to Forestville

The coming school year brings a new assistant principal and a new school-based GT Center.

Back to Forestville

Herndon Honors Community Legends

Baseball field, council work session room named for long-time Herndon community servants.

Herndon Honors Community Legends

McLean Resident Finishes Fourth Book

Arab-American author Kathryn Abdul-Baki tells the story of a married couple that relocates from New York to the Arabian/Persian Gulf.

McLean Resident Finishes Fourth Book

Marketing to Customers

Farmers use local markets to reach out to residents.

Marketing to Customers

Back to School in Fairfax

Elementary schools prepare to open doors Tuesday, Sept. 4.

Back to School in Fairfax

Helping Hand

Helping Hand

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Bringing Sri Lanka to Great Falls

Local painter celebrates opening of Sri Lanka exhibit at Java Junction this Saturday.

Bringing Sri Lanka to Great Falls

Dealing with the Drought

Dealing with the Drought

Time to Speak Up

Time to Speak Up

In-Laws Living-In

For one Burke Family, it’s all about family.

In-Laws Living-In

TB Scare Triggers Testing

TB Scare Triggers Testing

Leaving Legacy of Service

Reston-Herndon FISH’s Bargain Loft looks for substitute for volunteer veteran.

Leaving Legacy of Service

Lord of Land Use

Joseph Johnson is Lord Fairfax for the Lee District.

Lord of Land Use

In-Laws Living-In

For one Burke Family, it’s all about family.

In-Laws Living-In

Bringing Sri Lanka to Great Falls

Local painter celebrates opening of Sri Lanka exhibit at Java Junction this Saturday.

Bringing Sri Lanka to Great Falls

Dust Off the Backpacks

Elementary schools prepare for Sept. 4 opening.

Dust Off the Backpacks

Preserving Fort Belvoir’s History

More than 175 sites have been identified as eligible or potentially eligible for the National register of Historic Places.

Preserving Fort Belvoir’s History

McLean Resident Finishes Fourth Book

Arab-American author Kathryn Abdul-Baki tells the story of a married couple that relocates from New York to the Arabian/Persian Gulf.

McLean Resident Finishes Fourth Book

"Cash Grocer" Cashes Out

Another Alexandria landmark disappears from the scene.

"Cash Grocer" Cashes Out

Buyers Beware — of County Building Regulations

Wife hopes her husband can spend his first night home from Iraq in his new home, if county says yes.

Buyers Beware — of County Building Regulations

McLean Rotary Contributes to Project Amigo

McLean Rotary Contributes to Project Amigo

Staying the Course

Local elementary schools focus on maintaining character education and environmental education in the coming school year.

Staying the Course

Langley High Student Completes Girls State

Langley High Student Completes Girls State

New Kimpton Hotel Underway

Hotel will include spa, restaurant and wine bar.

New Kimpton Hotel Underway

New Kimpton Hotel Underway

Hotel will include spa, restaurant and wine bar.

New Kimpton Hotel Underway

In Their Words

Hokie journalism students publish book recounting April 16 campus shootings and their aftermath.

In Their Words

Whose Alexandria Is this Anyway?

Does the report look at all elements?

Whose Alexandria Is this Anyway?

Healthy and Ready To Head Back

Volunteers pack backpacks, provide physicals for students in need.

Healthy and Ready To Head Back

In Their Words

Hokie journalism students publish book recounting April 16 campus shootings and their aftermath.

In Their Words

Lord of Land Use

Joseph Johnson is Lord Fairfax for the Lee District.

Lord of Land Use

Data-Driven Policing

Alexandria Police Department is transforming its approach to crime fighting.

Data-Driven Policing

Could You Be a Mentor?

The city is looking for a few good men and women to make a difference.

Could You Be a Mentor?

Summer Ends, School Begins

Elementary schools prepare to open doors Tuesday, Sept. 4.

Summer Ends, School Begins

Gather 'Round, Gearheads

Annual car show expected to draw 500 cruisers.

Gather 'Round, Gearheads

In Their Words

Hokie journalism students publish book recounting April 16 campus shootings and their aftermath.

In Their Words

Federal Scientists Evaluate Alexandria Air

Konigsberg calls on ATSDR to collect and evaluate Mirant emissions.

Federal Scientists Evaluate Alexandria Air

A Century of Silverbrook

Silverbrook United Methodist Church commemorates 100 years Sept. 16.

A Century of Silverbrook

Lord of Land Use

Joseph Johnson is Lord Fairfax for the Lee District.

Lord of Land Use

In Their Words

Hokie journalism students publish book recounting April 16 campus shootings and their aftermath.

In Their Words

Monday, August 20

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Seniors Aug. 22-29

Seniors Aug. 22-29

"Superbad" Supertrue

For once, a realistic teenage sex comedy.

"Superbad" Supertrue

Bridging the Gap between Youth and Authority

Police, county, schools and students participate in Road DAWG camp.

Bridging the Gap between Youth and Authority

This Week in Potomac 8-22-07

This Week in Potomac 8-22-07

Learning Administration at Hybla Valley Elementary

New principal, assistant principal cut their teeth at diverse elementary school.

Learning Administration at Hybla Valley Elementary

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

Calendar Aug. 22-29

Calendar Aug. 22-29

Faith Aug. 23-30

Faith Aug. 23-30

Faith Aug. 23-30

Faith Aug. 23-30

Ballet Dancer Turned Pilates Instructor

Louisiana native brings her enthusiasm for good health to Alexandria.

Ballet Dancer Turned Pilates Instructor

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

Health & Fitness Aug. 23-30

College Notes

College Notes

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 23-30

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 23-30

Schools Aug. 23-30

Schools Aug. 23-30

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 23-30

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 23-30

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Volunteers Aug. 23-30

Fine Arts Aug. 23-30

Fine Arts Aug. 23-30

Calendar Aug. 23-30

Calendar Aug. 23-30

Calendar Aug. 23-30

Calendar Aug. 23-30

Fine Arts Aug. 22-28

Fine Arts Aug. 22-28

Fine Arts Aug. 23-30

Fine Arts Aug. 23-30

Letter: Marion Galland Will be Missed

Letter: Marion Galland Will be Missed

An Untraditional, Winning Taste

An Untraditional, Winning Taste

Out-of-Season Election

Candidates emerge to replace Delegate Goldwater in the Maryland General Assembly.

Out-of-Season Election

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

Virginia Tech student from Potomac among victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Blacksburg Poisoning Hits Close to Home

‘ReStoring’ Leftovers to Life

The ReStore in Hybla Valley turns donated building goods into funding for Habitat for Humanity.

‘ReStoring’ Leftovers to Life

Where’s The Love?

Humane Society tries to smooth the hard road to adoption for black cats.

Where’s The Love?

Preparing for Takeoff

Local high school graduates prepare to leave the nest.

Preparing for Takeoff

Sunday, August 19

All's Fair

The sights, sounds and smells of the Arlington County Fair.

All's Fair

Old Glory On An Old Building

A new mural is going up in Arlington.

Old Glory On An Old Building

All Over The World

Cultures converge on Arlington for a world music festival.

All Over The World

Getting To Know... Kathryn Lang

This Arlington teenager is an aspiring opera singer.

Getting To Know... Kathryn Lang

The Price Of War

A political action group outlines how much Virginians are paying for the Iraq War.

The Price Of War

Wednesday, August 15

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Reeaches Out to Parents

Resource room will make life easier for many parents.

School Reeaches Out to Parents

Rat Hair — It's What's for Dinner

Speaker discusses food safety, board members sworn in.

Rat Hair — It's What's for Dinner

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Health Notes

Health Notes

Welcome to the Bedrock

Artist Profile

Welcome to the Bedrock

Useful Imagination

Burke resident is musician, entrepreneur, author.

Useful Imagination

Chuck Caputo Seeking to be Reelected

Longtime community leader goes for sequel with Delegate chair.

Chuck Caputo Seeking to be Reelected

Grand Larsen and Forgery Charges

Grand Larsen and Forgery Charges

Health Notes

Health Notes

Golden Girls

Three Fairfax County girls win gold medals at state gymnastics meet.

Golden Girls

Cuccinelli the Conservative

Republican incumbent faces competitive election in November.

Cuccinelli the Conservative

One Year Later

Neighbors conduct vigil on anniversary of Springfield woman’s unsolved murder.

One Year Later

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

June crash on Beltway kills four.

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

Business

Business

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Getting To Know...

Robert Redding

Getting To Know...

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

'Favorite Pastime' Becomes After-School Program

Diamond Dream Foundation kicks off after-school baseball and softball for middle schools.

'Favorite Pastime' Becomes After-School Program

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

People

People

Community Notes

Community Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

'Favorite Pastime' Becomes After-School Program

Diamond Dream Foundation kicks off after-school baseball and softball for middle schools.

'Favorite Pastime' Becomes After-School Program

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Theater

Theater

Getting To Know...

Robert Redding

Getting To Know...

Calendar

Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Dances With Horses

Profile

Dances With Horses

Calendar

Calendar

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Can You Canoe?

Canoers spend Saturday Plying across Lake Accotink.

Can You Canoe?

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Useful Imagination

Burke resident is musician, entrepreneur, author.

Useful Imagination

New Life for an Old Building

New Life for an Old Building

New Fire Chief Back to His Roots

Ronald L. Mastin returns to head county fire and rescue department.

New Fire Chief Back to His Roots

Clifton Residents Redesign Homes

DS&T specializes in commercial and residential buildings

Clifton Residents Redesign Homes

Six Years Prison for Bank Robbery

Young Gets Six Years Prison for Bank Robbery

Six Years Prison for Bank Robbery

Useful Imagination

Burke resident is musician, entrepreneur, author.

Useful Imagination

Family, Friends, Community Mourn Andy Lawless, 71

Family, Friends, Community Mourn Andy Lawless, 71

Bronze Star for Hesse

Fairfax fire and rescue volunteer led joint service action in Iraq.

Bronze Star for Hesse

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

June crash on Beltway kills four.

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

New Home for Grace Covenant Church

New Home for Grace Covenant Church

Golden Girls

Three Fairfax County girls win gold medals at state gymnastics meet.

Golden Girls

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

June crash on Beltway kills four.

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

Total number arriving drops by 3,000.

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

To the Point

Local fencers score big at tournament in Miami.

To the Point

Going Wild

Library Program highlights native species from Virginia's colonial era.

Going Wild

Useful Imagination

Burke resident is musician, entrepreneur, author.

Useful Imagination

Chuck Caputo Seeking to be Reelected

Longtime community leader goes for sequel with Delegate chair.

Chuck Caputo Seeking to be Reelected

Whittington Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court

Centreville man will be sentenced for drugs and weapons.

Whittington Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court

Cuccinelli the Conservative

Republican incumbent faces competitive election in November.

Cuccinelli the Conservative

Useful Imagination

Burke resident is musician, entrepreneur, author.

Useful Imagination

Golden Girls

Three Fairfax County girls win gold medals at state gymnastics meet.

Golden Girls

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

June crash on Beltway kills four.

Driver Consumed Alcohol Before Crash

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

Total number arriving drops by 3,000.

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

Tuesday, August 14

What's Next: Back on the Streets?

Legal questions abound with day labor possibilities.

What's Next: Back on the Streets?

Herndon Green Beret Killed in Afghanistan

Army Staff Sgt. Jesse G. Clowers, 27, killed in action over the weekend.

Herndon Green Beret Killed in Afghanistan

Looking Ahead

Local citizens groups plan for September recommendations on anti-immigration legislation

Looking Ahead

Ashburn Teen Hits High Note

Christine Coogle takes part in Washington National Opera’s Opera Institute.

Ashburn Teen Hits High Note

Adam K. Thiel: Alexandria's New Fire Chief

A life of public service and knowledge expansion .

Adam K. Thiel: Alexandria's New Fire Chief

Route 1 Motel Closed by Strike Team

County responds to several complaints.

Route 1 Motel Closed by Strike Team

International Musicians Call Loudoun Home

International Musicians Call Loudoun Home

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Cook Named To ACVA Board

Nike Shoe Was Murder Weapon

Derrick Wright found guilty of murdering his friend by repeatedly kicking him in the head.

Nike Shoe Was Murder Weapon

Drug Charges Levied against Man

Drug Charges Levied against Man

31 Years of Growing Friendships

Summer Luncheon Crew celebrates anniversary.

31 Years of Growing Friendships

Local Girl Joins Peace Corps

UVA grad Lauryn Alleva works as environmental planner in Jamaica.

Local Girl Joins Peace Corps

New Home for Grace Covenant

Nomadic church to worship at former Planet Splash and Play.

New Home for Grace Covenant

Monticchio Takes Over At Hughes

New principal at Langston Hughes Middle School selected.

Monticchio Takes Over At Hughes

Kettler Withdraws Rezoning Application

Midtown Springfield project ‘in limbo.’

Kettler Withdraws Rezoning Application

A Taste for the Grape

Clifton’s inaugural wine festival goes down smoothly.

A Taste for the Grape

School Notes

School Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Community Notes

Community Notes

August And Peaches: A Church/Community Tradition

Service clubs and first responders offer educational element.

August And Peaches: A Church/Community Tradition

August And Peaches: A Church/Community Tradition

Service clubs and first responders offer educational element.

August And Peaches: A Church/Community Tradition

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Unsolicited manuscripts are no longer accepted.

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Unsolicited manuscripts are no longer accepted.

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Van Hare Takes First Place in Teen Film Competition

Libraries Hold Second Annual Movie Contest

Van Hare Takes First Place in Teen Film Competition

Marshall’s Best Buddies

Club receives ‘Outstanding Chapter’ award.

Marshall’s Best Buddies

"Cash Grocer" Cashes Out

Another Alexandria landmark disappears from the scene.

"Cash Grocer" Cashes Out

Chapman Condemns Push Poll

Chapman Blames Push Poll on Third Party

Chapman Condemns Push Poll

Spinal Injury Treatment Advocates Plan Run

Former resident to return to Northern Virginia to address spinal injuries and treatment.

Spinal Injury Treatment Advocates Plan Run

Memories and Plans: A Life Still Unfinished

Memories and Plans: A Life Still Unfinished

Party Lines Crossed in Battle for Supervisor

Foust vs. DuBois has Republicans voting for Democrats and Democrats voting for Republicans.

Party Lines Crossed in Battle for Supervisor

Student-Written Musical Takes Stage

Student-Written Musical Takes Stage

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

West Springfield District Station trying to stay ahead of the game.

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

The Day the Ice Cream Melted

Residents lament loss of Thelma’s Country Store and ice cream shop.

The Day the Ice Cream Melted

New Life for an Old Building

New Life for an Old Building

Man Charged in Money Scam

Man Charged in Money Scam

Young Gets Six Years Prison for Bank Robbery

Young Gets Six Years Prison for Bank Robbery

'Osaka Heat'

McLean resident Mary Claire Mahaney finds inspiration in Japan and publishes her first novel.

'Osaka Heat'

Consensus On Library at Last

Supervisor Joan DuBois pushes county staff to work with citizens on concerns about Dolley Madison renovation project.

Consensus On Library at Last

Going to School … In Singapore

Academy Partners with Singapore

Going to School … In Singapore

Lansdowne HOA President Resigns

Lansdowne HOA President Resigns

Two Ways of Looking at It

City officials, drivers and business owners do not see eye to eye on year-old traffic pattern.

Two Ways of Looking at It

Brothers’ Risk Pays Off

Jammin’ Java awarded Business of the Year recognition.

Brothers’ Risk Pays Off

Guzman Seeks Another Term for Sugarland

Guzman Runs Again for Sugarland Run

Guzman Seeks Another Term for Sugarland

Counting Down the Days until September

Cascades Schools

Counting Down the Days until September

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Re-Imagining Downtown

Concerns raised over traffic, rezoning as developer intends to propose multi-million dollar partnership.

Re-Imagining Downtown

Elementaries Prepare to Welcome Students

South Riding Schools

Elementaries Prepare to Welcome Students

Schools Prepare for First Day

Ashburn Schools

Schools Prepare for First Day

Growth Continuing, Just At Slower Pace

Newest growth summary shows residential development is down, but not out.

Growth Continuing, Just At Slower Pace

‘High Risk, Big Gain’

Two local prostate cancer survivors participate in research panel that seeks medical advancements in the disease.

‘High Risk, Big Gain’

Parlor Shuts Down

Investigation Still Ongoing

Parlor Shuts Down

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Week in Herndon

Week in Herndon

Consensus On Library at Last

Supervisor Joan DuBois pushes county staff to work with citizens on concerns about Dolley Madison renovation project.

Consensus On Library at Last

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Community Offers One Day of Free Physicals

School physicals and immunizations made free to those in need at South County Government Center.

Community Offers One Day of Free Physicals

ICCM Begins Facade Improvement

ICCM Begins Facade Improvement

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

Total number arriving drops by 3,000.

Final Belvoir BRAC Realignment Decision Official

The Day the Ice Cream Melted

Residents lament loss of Thelma’s Country Store and ice cream shop.

The Day the Ice Cream Melted

Leadership Change at Groveton Elementary

New principal, assistant principal and PTA president take over.

Leadership Change at Groveton Elementary

Remembering a Friend

Wiffle Ball World Series raises money for Brian Bedell 2-Young Foundation.

Remembering a Friend

A Taste for the Grape

Clifton’s inaugural wine festival goes down smoothly.

A Taste for the Grape

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

West Springfield District Station trying to stay ahead of the game.

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

Board Matters

Alas Shields Avenue We Knew It Well.

Board Matters

Party Lines Crossed in Battle for Supervisor

Foust vs. DuBois has Republicans voting for Democrats and Democrats voting for Republicans.

Party Lines Crossed in Battle for Supervisor

Missing Man Found Dead

Robert Fike, 34, was a political strategist and small-government advocate.

Missing Man Found Dead

Manhunt Yields Suspect

Homeless man arrested in connection with murder of a Carpenter’s Shelter resident.

Manhunt Yields Suspect

Malone Leadership Honored At Farewell Luncheon

Franklyn Malone to join Fenty administration.

Malone Leadership Honored At Farewell Luncheon

Old Town Gets Older

Breaking news from the distant past; 13,000-year-old stone tool discovered in Alexandria.

Old Town Gets Older

Clifton Residents Redesign Homes

DS&T specializes in commercial and residential buildings

Clifton Residents Redesign Homes

'Osaka Heat'

McLean resident Mary Claire Mahaney finds inspiration in Japan and publishes her first novel.

'Osaka Heat'

New Fire Chief Returns To Professional Roots

Seizing challenges and opportunities - a Mastin trademark.

New Fire Chief Returns To Professional Roots

‘High Risk, Big Gain’

Two local prostate cancer survivors participate in research panel that seeks medical advancements in the disease.

‘High Risk, Big Gain’

Grand Larceny and Forgery Charges

Grand Larceny and Forgery Charges

Honoring Terry L. Smith

Board member honored for community service.

Honoring Terry L. Smith

Family, Friends, Community Mourn Andy Lawless, 71

Family, Friends, Community Mourn Andy Lawless, 71

Roundups

Roundups

Whittington Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court

Centreville man will be sentenced for drugs and weapons.

Whittington Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court

Vienna Adjusts Strategies, Fills Vacancies

Long-time vacancies in police, staff administration filled after revamp of salaries, Web site.

Vienna Adjusts Strategies, Fills Vacancies

Burke Man Soars High in Persian Gulf

West Springfield graduate serves his country with love and support from his family

Burke Man Soars High in Persian Gulf

Energizing Town Drive

Robert Simon gets involved in referendum activism.

Energizing Town Drive

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

West Springfield District Station trying to stay ahead of the game.

County Crime Trends Reflect National Trends

Town Reviews Day Labor Site Options

Council members still hope for "smooth transition" of day labor sites in wake of funding termination.

Town Reviews Day Labor Site Options

Combining Safety with Efficiency

Residents in Lakeview Condominiums find new way of participating in National Night Out.

Combining Safety with Efficiency

Monday, August 13

Volunteers Aug. 16-22

Volunteers Aug. 16-22

Calendar Aug. 16-22

Calendar Aug. 16-22

Calendar Aug. 15-21

Calendar Aug. 15-21

Faith Notes Aug. 16-22

Faith Notes Aug. 16-22

Volunteers Aug. 16-22

Volunteers Aug. 16-22

Faith Notes Aug. 16-22

Faith Notes Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

Health & Fitness Aug. 16-22

More 'Heart' Than 'Crimes'

Pulitzer-winning play mounted at Lee Center.

More 'Heart' Than 'Crimes'

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

Oprah of Alexandria?

Avonne Curry brings motivation to the airwaves.

Oprah of Alexandria?

Obituary: Dr. James G. Brown

Obituary: Dr. James G. Brown

Obituary: Dr. James G. Brown

Obituary: Dr. James G. Brown

Block and Roll in Crystal City

Weekend events offer food and fitness.

Block and Roll in Crystal City

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

Calendar Aug. 16-22

Calendar Aug. 16-22

Oprah of Alexandria?

Avonne Curry brings motivation to the airwaves.

Oprah of Alexandria?

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

Hank’s Solidifies King Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’

More 'Heart' Than 'Crimes'

Pulitzer-winning play mounted at Lee Center.

More 'Heart' Than 'Crimes'

Celebrating Cambodian Culture

Community Day festival set for Ben Brenman Park.

Celebrating Cambodian Culture

Soaring Success, After the Fall

Juniper Lane drops new CD, heads to ‘Idol’-esque competition.

Soaring Success, After the Fall

Celebrating Cambodian Culture

Community Day festival set for Ben Brenman Park.

Celebrating Cambodian Culture

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

Fine Arts Aug. 16-22

This Week in Potomac 8-15-07

This Week in Potomac 8-15-07

A Heartfelt Thank-You

Letter to the Editor

A Heartfelt Thank-You

The Road Ahead

Work on local roads has the eye of some residents and commuters.

The Road Ahead

Scotland's Summer Celebration

Annual Scotland Community Day draws residents and visitors for fun and games.

Scotland's Summer Celebration

A Day on the C&O Canal

A 5.2-mile hike between Old Anglers and Great Falls Tavern offers a well-rounded introduction to scenery and history of the canal.

A Day on the C&O Canal

Montgomery Mall Expansion Moving Forward

Westfield presents plans to public; site plan hearing scheduled for Sept. 20.

Montgomery Mall Expansion Moving Forward

Now Serving: A Smooth Transition

Potomac Oak Deli changes owners, not service.

Now Serving: A Smooth Transition

Sunday, August 12

Death Raises Questions

Police are investigating the "suspicious" death of a local student.

Death Raises Questions

Decision Delayed Again

The School Board puts off making a decision on the future of the Wilson School.

Decision Delayed Again

Lawsuit Against Schools Dropped

Arlington Public Schools comes to terms with a group that advocates for former homosexuals.

Lawsuit Against Schools Dropped

Getting To Know... Chelsea Sklar

This National Merit Scholar talks about her plans for the future.

Getting To Know... Chelsea Sklar

Saturday, August 11

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Wednesday, August 8

School Notes

School Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Health Notes

Health Notes

Creativity Replaces Summertime Blues

Children get a dose of the arts during summer.

Creativity Replaces Summertime Blues

Teen Center

Teen Center

Calendar

Calendar

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

New gallery show highlights collaborations of distinct artistic styles.

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

Health Notes

Health Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

A Colorful Summer

Two new exhibits bring color, variety to area gallery.

A Colorful Summer

The Other British Invasion

War of 1812 reenactment to interpret 1814 British occupation of Alexandria, D.C.

The Other British Invasion

Laborer Network Rallies in Herndon

Hundreds show up to defend worker site.

Laborer Network Rallies in Herndon

Calendar

Calendar

Herndon, Loudoun Discuss Labor Site Future

Loudoun County reviews strategy for possible fallout from a labor site shutdown or alteration.

Herndon, Loudoun Discuss Labor Site Future

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Writing about "Glocalization'

Author donates proceeds to tsunami torn home country.

Writing about "Glocalization'

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Noonan Finds 'Perfect Fit'

Clifton man takes over schools' instructional services.

Noonan Finds 'Perfect Fit'

Business

Business

Hoffman Wins Spillane Award

Mountain View teacher receives FCPS' top honor.

Hoffman Wins Spillane Award

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

"Temporary” storage containers attract neighbors’ ire.

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

Smoking Opinion

Attorney general’s legal opinion casts doubt over the city’s proposed smoking ban.

Smoking Opinion

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Clifton man takes over schools’ instructional services.

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

"Temporary” storage containers attract neighbors’ ire.

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

"Temporary” storage containers attract neighbors’ ire.

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

GMU camp combines basketball instruction with geography knowledge.

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Man at the Clifton Crossroads

Tom MacNamara has run the Clifton General Store for 18 years.

Man at the Clifton Crossroads

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Centers

Community Centers

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Springfield offers a variety of activities for visitors and longtime residents alike.

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Libraries

Libraries

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Mayor, Council Govern City

Six-member council and mayor serve two-year terms.

Mayor, Council Govern City

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Bread for the Tasting

Author kicks off Crystal City Tastings series.

Bread for the Tasting

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

The Other British Invasion

War of 1812 reenactment to interpret 1814 British occupation of Alexandria, D.C.

The Other British Invasion

Calendar

Calendar

Bread for the Tasting

Author kicks off Crystal City Tastings series.

Bread for the Tasting

Reston Dream Reader

Local “Dream Lady” plans to help residents reach their potential.

Reston Dream Reader

The Other British Invasion

War of 1812 reenactment to interpret 1814 British occupation of Alexandria, D.C.

The Other British Invasion

The Write Kind of Place

The Writer’s Center offers workshops for writers of all levels.

The Write Kind of Place

Calendar

Calendar

Blending Styles

Local guitar duo, Peter & Alex, release debut album, Sunday, Aug. 12 at Jammin’ Java.

Blending Styles

Dating on Demand

Local single scene moves to the television screen.

Dating on Demand

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

New gallery show highlights collaborations of distinct artistic styles.

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

Bread for the Tasting

Author kicks off Crystal City Tastings series.

Bread for the Tasting

Bread for the Tasting

Author kicks off Crystal City Tastings series.

Bread for the Tasting

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Sneak Preview for County Fair

Extended hours keep Arlington fair free for all.

Sneak Preview for County Fair

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

New gallery show highlights collaborations of distinct artistic styles.

Artisans Offer Monster ‘mashup’

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Theater

Theater

Calendar

Calendar

A Brand New Dance

A Brand New Dance

Summer Sounds

City of Fairfax Band performs annual Children’s Concert Aug. 2.

Summer Sounds

Making Things Happen

Clifton resident president of local Republican women's club.

Making Things Happen

Come Out Tonight

Police join communities for neighborhood safety Aug. 7.

Come Out Tonight

Making Things Happen

Clifton resident president of local Republican women's club.

Making Things Happen

Local Girl Enters Stage West

Mallory Hacker stars in first major role.

Local Girl Enters Stage West

Kennedy Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

Kennedy Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

Eno Enters Guilty Plea to Robbery

Eno Enters Guilty Plea to Robbery

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

GMU camp combines basketball instruction with geography knowledge.

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

WHS Class Promotes Student Abstinence

WHS Class Promotes Student Abstinence

New Family Shelter: What's in a Name

New Family Shelter: What's in a Name

Sully Station II Celebrates National Night Out

Community spirit runs high for crime awareness events.

Sully Station II Celebrates National Night Out

A Place of New Beginnings

Katherine Hanley Family Shelter offers refuge, training and hope.

A Place of New Beginnings

Making Things Happen

Clifton resident president of local Republican women's club.

Making Things Happen

Police Academy Seeks Citizens

Space remains in Herndon Police Department’s annual citizens police academy.

Police Academy Seeks Citizens

Veterans Break Bread Together

VFW, Legion members enjoy indoor cookout.

Veterans Break Bread Together

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Clifton man takes over schools’ instructional services.

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Making Things Happen

Clifton resident president of local Republican women's club.

Making Things Happen

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

"Temporary” storage containers attract neighbors’ ire.

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

Lights On for Safety

Fairfax Station residents celebrate neighborhood safety at National Night Out Aug. 7.

Lights On for Safety

Running for Second Term

With eight bills behind him, David Englin asks voters to send him back to Richmond.

Running for Second Term

National Night Out

National Night Out

A Well-Heeled Challenger

Republican Mark Allen says that David Englin is outside of Virginia’s mainstream.

A Well-Heeled Challenger

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

GMU camp combines basketball instruction with geography knowledge.

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

School Board Brainstorms Future

Members gather for an informal session to discuss the rest of their terms.

School Board Brainstorms Future

Blue Iguana Becomes Mid-Week Hotspot

Popular watering hole turns Tuesday night into a weekend celebration.

Blue Iguana Becomes Mid-Week Hotspot

Opportunities Abound at Family Shelter

Opportunities Abound at Family Shelter

Busy Days of Summer

Student workers finish their final weeks of work before returning to school.

Busy Days of Summer

Local Firefighter to Walk for Cancer

39-mile Avon Walk in Los Angeles sponsored by the Avon Foundation.

Local Firefighter to Walk for Cancer

Police Need Help Solving Pool Break-ins

Police Need Help Solving Pool Break-ins

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Former Centreville High principal takes over schools’ instructional services.

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Busy Days of Summer

Student workers finish their final weeks of work before returning to school.

Busy Days of Summer

A Place of New Beginnings

Katherine Hanley Family Shelter offers refuge, training and hope.

A Place of New Beginnings

Take Back the Streets

Cardinal Forest neighborhood celebrates National Night Out Aug. 7.

Take Back the Streets

Making Things Happen

Clifton resident president of local Republican women's club.

Making Things Happen

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Clifton man takes over schools’ instructional services.

Noonan Finds ‘Perfect Fit’

Hello 2058, Are You There?

Braddock District students pen messages to the people of 2058.

Hello 2058, Are You There?

Centreville to host Charity Cruise-In

Custom Cruisers plan to display cars, raise money on Aug. 19

Centreville to host Charity Cruise-In

To the Point

Local fencers score big at tournament in Miami.

To the Point

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

GMU camp combines basketball instruction with geography knowledge.

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

Lake Braddock Second Annual Flashlight Walk

Lake Braddock Second Annual Flashlight Walk

Stallion Spruce-Up

Girl Scout creates Welcome Garden at South County Secondary.

Stallion Spruce-Up

Vienna Church Focuses on Hispanic Community

Spanish worship services attract dozens to Vienna Assembly of God.

Vienna Church Focuses on Hispanic Community

Water Rights In Court

Reston Association and Hidden Creek Country Club are in litigation over the club’s rights to use Lake Anne water.

Water Rights In Court

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

GMU camp combines basketball instruction with geography knowledge.

Around the World in 80 Lay Ups

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

"Temporary” storage containers attract neighbors’ ire.

Planning Approves Storage Regulations

Tuesday, August 7

Happy Ending, Happier Beginning

Bucky’s buddies converge in Vienna to meet the wounded dog who captured hearts.

Happy Ending, Happier Beginning

Ready for Some Football

Ready for Some Football

For Flynn Respect is Bottom Line

New Belmont Ridge principal hopes to build relationships, promote academic success.

For Flynn Respect is Bottom Line

Illegal Dumping Frustrates Neighbors

Neighbors of Langley High School frustrated by lack of action on illegal dumping that occurred on school grounds last summer.

Illegal Dumping Frustrates Neighbors

This Week in Mount Vernon

Board Approves New Alexandria Duplex.

This Week in Mount Vernon

Judge Grants Henderson Plea Withdrawal

Roosevelt Henderson to appear in court in September.

Judge Grants Henderson Plea Withdrawal

North Hill's Dualism Is A ‘Done Deal’

There will be more meetings with more issues.

North Hill's Dualism Is A ‘Done Deal’

Aiming for College

Local rifle teams send several members to college with scholarships

Aiming for College

Workhouse Outside the Big House

Open house kicks off new season of classes.

Workhouse Outside the Big House

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Former students organize golf tournament for graduates of McLean, Langley and O’Connell High Schools.

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

McLean Rotary Donates to Chesterbrook Residences

McLean Rotary Donates to Chesterbrook Residences

Winn Wed in Spain

Winn Wed in Spain

McLean Rotary Donates to Chesterbrook Residences

McLean Rotary Donates to Chesterbrook Residences

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Former students organize golf tournament for graduates of McLean, Langley and O’Connell High Schools.

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Former students organize golf tournament for graduates of McLean, Langley and O’Connell High Schools.

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Winn Wed in Spain

Winn Wed in Spain

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Former students organize golf tournament for graduates of McLean, Langley and O’Connell High Schools.

Golf Brings Former Rivals Together

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Unsolicited manuscripts are no longer accepted.

Alexandrian's Passion For Poetry

Loudoun’s Living History

Loudoun’s Living History

Art Classroom Christened

Art Classroom Christened

New Fire Chief Sworn In

New Fire Chief Sworn In

Champion for Student Safety

Springfield resident named national Outstanding Safety Patrol.

Champion for Student Safety

Bahá’í Center on Schedule

New Home for Loudoun Bahá’ís

Bahá’í Center on Schedule

Telephone Poll Causes Buzz

Chapman’s Campaign Denies Incendiary Questions

Telephone Poll Causes Buzz

Nowhere To Call Home

With help, Springfield VFW post carries on in time of transition.

Nowhere To Call Home

Overstepping Authority?

Latest move by Diocese of Virginia seen as unnecessary by churches that recently split from church.

Overstepping Authority?

Aiming for College

Local rifle teams send several members to college with scholarships

Aiming for College

Cry for Help or False Alarm?

Cry for Help or False Alarm?

Return to Thailand

McLean native Narissa Dalla returns to southern Thailand to visit the school and orphanage where she volunteered in 2006.

Return to Thailand

Caprino Gets 15 Years

Judge sentences Burke man to 15 years, nine months for charges related to the murder of a Fairfax man last December.

Caprino Gets 15 Years

Students Shop Latest Trends Tax Free

Sales Tax Holiday Spurs Students to Shop

Students Shop Latest Trends Tax Free

Great Falls Resident Wins Equestrian Title

Great Falls resident Megan Behm wins blue ribbon with her Virginia regional team at United States National Pony Club Championships.

Great Falls Resident Wins Equestrian Title

Wolf Seeks Toll Delay

Wolf Seeks Toll Delay

Birdies and Bogies for Better Bones

Second annual Belmont golf tournament to benefit Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation.

Birdies and Bogies for Better Bones

Teacher Returns from Year-Long Katrina Effort

Gill Remembers Her Biloxi

Teacher Returns from Year-Long Katrina Effort

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Seeking Disaster Status

Supervisors hope to help farmers get federal aid.

Seeking Disaster Status

Labor Site Loses Funding

New operator solicitations, comments of vice mayor cited as basis for decision.

Labor Site Loses Funding

New Businesses Pepper Dulles South

New businesses include movie theater, spas, dry cleaners and a family fun center.

New Businesses Pepper Dulles South

Caprino Gets 15 Years

Judge sentences Burke man to 15 years, nine months for charges related to the murder of a Fairfax man last December.

Caprino Gets 15 Years

Scary Summer Strings

Scary Summer Strings

BPA Donates to Great Falls Charitable Foundation

BPA Donates to Great Falls Charitable Foundation

Hunt vs. Vanderhye

34th District candidates go head to head with Election Day just three months away.

Hunt vs. Vanderhye

Illegal Dumping Frustrates Neighbors

Neighbors of Langley High School frustrated by lack of action on illegal dumping that occurred on school grounds last summer.

Illegal Dumping Frustrates Neighbors

Myers to Face Guzman, Hammond in School Board Elections

Myers Runs for Sugarland Run

Myers to Face Guzman, Hammond in School Board Elections

Possible Rezoning for Old Town Hall

Joint public hearings scheduled for next month.

Possible Rezoning for Old Town Hall

La Voz Holds Immigration Panel

Loudoun Residents Search For Answers Via La Voz

La Voz Holds Immigration Panel

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

This Week in Potomac 8-8-07

This Week in Potomac 8-8-07

Art and Arf at Behnke’s Nursery

Getting Around

Art and Arf at Behnke’s Nursery

Board Matters

Alas Shields Avenue We Knew It Well.

Board Matters

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Return to Thailand

McLean native Narissa Dalla returns to southern Thailand to visit the school and orphanage where she volunteered in 2006.

Return to Thailand

Equestrian Champions

Great Falls resident Megan Behm wins blue ribbon with her Virginia regional team at United States National Pony Club Championships.

Equestrian Champions

Clearing the Air

Letter to Churchill parents asserts all textbooks are free; refunds for parents who did buy remains a question.

Clearing the Air

With Honor, Respect and Gratitude

Eagle-head cane, handcrafted by local carvers, presented to wounded Vienna soldier.

With Honor, Respect and Gratitude

Hunt vs. Vanderhye

34th District candidates go head to head with Election Day just three months away.

Hunt vs. Vanderhye

Memorial Service Held for Pam Petz

Community mourns woman who struggled for a life like everyone else.

Memorial Service Held for Pam Petz

Nowhere To Call Home

With help, Springfield VFW post carries on in time of transition.

Nowhere To Call Home

Food Safety a Matter of Risk

Two Board members sworn in.

Food Safety a Matter of Risk

Points of Order

County Schools clarify procedures for high school athletic booster clubs.

Points of Order

Scary Summer Strings

Scary Summer Strings

Aiming for College

Local rifle teams send several members to college with scholarships

Aiming for College

Alexandria’s First Woman Delegate Dies

Marion Galland was a founder and first president of Senior Services.

Alexandria’s First Woman Delegate Dies

Divisive Path

Fox Hills awaits decision on potential sidewalk.

Divisive Path

Marketing and Preservation: Brown's Dual Approach

Listening to both residents and visitors is front and center.

Marketing and Preservation: Brown's Dual Approach

Faith Communities Prepare for Day of Service

Local faith organizations and neighbors tackle community projects on Aug. 19.

Faith Communities Prepare for Day of Service

RA Honors Volunteers

Poolside cookout rewards a year of hard work.

RA Honors Volunteers

Vienna Cares for Pet-Set

Vienna specialty veterinary centers are the Mayo Clinic of pet care

Vienna Cares for Pet-Set

Service and Attitude

Vienna residents Todd and Luz Meloy receive Lifetime Service Award.

Service and Attitude

Lorton Graffiti Cover-Up

Volunteers cover graffiti with their own ‘tag’ — a coat of white paint.

Lorton Graffiti Cover-Up

Monday, August 6

Making a Difference in Fairfax

Springfield supervisor to step down at end of year.

Making a Difference in Fairfax

Meet Your Neighbor

Sam DiBartolo is an active member of the Burke Centre 55ers.

Meet Your Neighbor

Building Lorton

Belmont, prison mark Lorton area’s history.

Building Lorton

What’s Going On in Fairfax

What’s Going On in Fairfax

Our Man in Springfield

Lee District representative to step down from Board of Supervisors in December.

Our Man in Springfield

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

City of Fairfax offers many activities for visitors and longtime residents alike.

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 9-14

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 9-14

Fine Arts Aug. 8-14

Fine Arts Aug. 8-14

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Neighborhood: Old Town Aug. 9-15

Neighborhood: Old Town Aug. 9-15

Timeline

Timeline

Who To Call When in Need

Amy Lopez is the executive director of Koinonia Foundation, which provides emergency help to those in need.

Who To Call When in Need

Health Notes

Health Notes

Changes at Potomac School

Changes at Potomac School

School Dates

School Dates

By the Numbers

By the Numbers

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

By the Numbers

By the Numbers

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Worship

Worship

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Lorton area offers many activities for visitors and longtime residents alike.

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation

Public Safety

Public Safety

Local Schools

Local Schools

College Notes

College Notes

Post Office

Post Office

Timeline

Timeline

Post Office

Post Office

Parks

Parks

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Faith Aug. 8-14

Faith Aug. 8-14

Libraries

Libraries

Fairfax, in Writing

Two documents mark important periods in city’s history.

Fairfax, in Writing

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

What’s Happening in Burke?

What’s Happening in Burke?

School Dates

School Dates

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Local Schools

Local Schools

Environmental Protector

Longtime Lorton resident Joe Chudzik uses free time to work for preservation of area’s natural and historical areas.

Environmental Protector

Public Safety

Public Safety

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation

Advocate for the ‘New Lorton’

Schuckman is a university administrator for the University of Central Florida and resides in Lorton.

Advocate for the ‘New Lorton’

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Public Libraries

Public Libraries

Worship

Worship

In the Old Days

Memories of Springfield in the 1940s and 1950s.

In the Old Days

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Worship

Worship

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Worship

Worship

John Mason and a Changing City

Former mayor has lived in the Fairfax community for over 30 years.

John Mason and a Changing City

Making a Difference in Fairfax

Springfield supervisor to step down at end of year.

Making a Difference in Fairfax

Public Safety

Public Safety

Public Safety

Public Safety

Local Schools

Local Schools

College Notes

College Notes

Post Office

Post Office

Post Office

Post Office

School Notes

School Notes

Road Rolls Along

Transportation woes, changes are common thread in Burke’s history.

Road Rolls Along

School Dates

School Dates

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Visitors or longtime residents can find plenty to do in Burke.

Pursuing the Perfect Weekend

Public Libraries

Public Libraries

Schools

Schools

Health Notes

Health Notes

By the Numbers

By the Numbers

Obituary: Loretta T. Isaacs

Obituary: Loretta T. Isaacs

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation

Obituary: James Frazier Fort

Obituary: James Frazier Fort

School Notes

School Notes

Neighborhood: Old Town Aug. 9-15

Neighborhood: Old Town Aug. 9-15

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Dates

School Dates

Health Notes

Health Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

By the Numbers

By the Numbers

Council, Mayor Govern Clifton

Mayor, councilmembers elected for two-year terms.

Council, Mayor Govern Clifton

Timeline

Timeline

Community in Transition

Community in Transition

Local Schools

Local Schools

Timeline

Timeline

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Worship

Worship

Pursuing a Perfect Weekend

Clifton and Fairfax Station offer a variety of activities for visitors and longtime residents alike.

Pursuing a Perfect Weekend

Calendar Aug. 9-15

Calendar Aug. 9-15

Timeline

Timeline

Community in Transition

South County area tries to balance growth and preservation of past.

Community in Transition

School Dates

School Dates

Public Safety

Public Safety

Stations in History

Clifton, Fairfax Station’s rural roots extend back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Stations in History

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obituary: James Frazier Fort

Obituary: James Frazier Fort

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obituary: Loretta T. Isaacs

Obituary: Loretta T. Isaacs

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Business Notes

Business Notes

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 9-14

Neighborhood: Seminary Valley Aug. 9-14

Facing Grief with Fun

Point of Hope Camp offers a "safe" spot for grieving, remembering, and healing.

Facing Grief with Fun

Senior Living Aug. 8-14

Senior Living Aug. 8-14

Civic Calendar Aug. 8-14

Civic Calendar Aug. 8-14

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar Aug. 9-15

Calendar Aug. 9-15

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Calendar Aug. 8-14

Calendar Aug. 8-14

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Fine Arts Aug. 9-15

Calendar Aug. 9-15

Calendar Aug. 9-15

The Pen Is Mightier

The words of a slain Arlingtonian live on after her death.

The Pen Is Mightier

Week In Arlington

Week In Arlington

Sunday, August 5

County Terminates Labor Site Contract

Principal funding for Herndon Official Workers Center to be cut Sept. 6.

County Terminates Labor Site Contract

Thursday, August 2

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

MetroStage hosts revised version of hit musical.

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

Local astronomy club is the largest in the U.S.

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

MetroStage hosts revised version of hit musical.

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

Local astronomy club is the largest in the U.S.

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

Local astronomy club is the largest in the U.S.

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

Local astronomy club is the largest in the U.S.

From the Beltway to the Milky Way

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

MetroStage hosts revised version of hit musical.

The Return of 3 'Sistahs'

The Roaring 20s

Arlington author's new book captures the spirit of life before 30.

The Roaring 20s

Creative Process on Display from Firebelly

Play-Building Exercise Yields WWII Story

Creative Process on Display from Firebelly

Running for Second Term

With eight bills behind him, David Englin asks voters to send him back to Richmond.

Running for Second Term

Hoping for an Answer

D.C. police officials believe they may have found the body of a woman who disappeared in 1996.

Hoping for an Answer

A Well-Heeled Challenger

Republican Mark Allen says that David Englin is outside of Virginia’s mainstream.

A Well-Heeled Challenger

Wednesday, August 1

Community Notes

Community Notes

People Notes

People Notes

What’s In a Name?

What’s In a Name?

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Young Interns Energize Campaigns

Young Interns Energize Campaigns

The Big Four

Four issues in Kincora project leads Planning Commission to another work session.

The Big Four

Baglini Charged with Felony

'Fireworks Guy' could receive 1-10 years behind bars.

Baglini Charged with Felony

New Oak Hill Principal to Lead the Pack

Amy Goodloe takes leadership role over the "Wolves."

New Oak Hill Principal to Lead the Pack

The School System's View

Median prevents left turns in and out of Rocky Run.

The School System's View

Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 3-5

Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 3-5

Democratic Challengers Go Partisan

Republican incumbents say abuser fees became a necessary evil of passing the crucial 2007 transportation bill.

Democratic Challengers Go Partisan

Koger Files Chapter 11

Management company under investigation files in Federal Bankruptcy Court.

Koger Files Chapter 11

Koger Files Chapter 11

Management company under investigation files in Federal Bankruptcy Court.

Koger Files Chapter 11

Hands-On History Via Handcarts

Youth from the Annandale area walk for three days to remember the migration of their Mormon ancestors.

Hands-On History Via Handcarts

Cuccinelli Conducts Phone Town Hall

State Sentator fields questions on abuser fees.

Cuccinelli Conducts Phone Town Hall

Health Notes

Health Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Langley Class of '72 Jams Out 35 Years Later

Former Langley students and faculty travel from near and far for 35th reunion at Tysons Marriott.

Langley Class of '72 Jams Out 35 Years Later

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Langley Class of '72 Jams Out 35 Years Later

Former Langley students and faculty travel from near and far for 35th reunion at Tysons Marriott.

Langley Class of '72 Jams Out 35 Years Later

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

School Notes

School Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Business

Business

Getting to Know …

Mike Sanders

Getting to Know …

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Getting to Know…

Donald Dell

Getting to Know…

Community Notes

Community Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Worth Your D'oh

Film Review

Worth Your D'oh

Thoroughly Modern Theater Students

Theater Profile

Thoroughly Modern Theater Students

Business Notes

Business Notes

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Community Notes

Community Notes

Swim Results - July 7th, 2007

Swim Results - July 7th, 2007

Come Out and Count

Loudoun prepares for the annual butterfly count.

Come Out and Count

Classes and Workshops

Classes and Workshops

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Theater

Theater

Latest Technology

Fairfax Station resident wins National Medal of Technology.

Latest Technology

Leading by Example

James Dallas starts summer as new principal at Cedar Lane Elementary School

Leading by Example

Latest Technology

Fairfax Station resident wins National Medal of Technology.

Latest Technology

Rewarding Volunteerism

Inter-Service Club Council presents annual volunteer of the year awards.

Rewarding Volunteerism

Searching for Missing People

Searching for Missing People

Koger Files Chapter 11

Management company under investigation files in Federal Bankruptcy Court.

Koger Files Chapter 11

Cuccinelli Conducts Phone Town Hall

State Sentator fields questions on abuser fees.

Cuccinelli Conducts Phone Town Hall

Chantilly Woman Shot, Killed in her Home

Leaves four, young children; murderer still at large.

Chantilly Woman Shot, Killed in her Home

Peter and Alex Guitar Duo

Local musicians open for rock legend Percy Sledge.

Peter and Alex Guitar Duo

Second Suspect Charged in Robbery

Second Suspect Charged in Robbery