Stories for March 2007

Stories for March 2007

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Wednesday, March 28

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

’Saturday Night in the Suburbs’

Westfield High students discuss drugs and parties.

’Saturday Night in the Suburbs’

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Students Provoke Thought on Gender Issues

Week-long sessions tackle harassment, pay equity, other gaps.

Students Provoke Thought on Gender Issues

Air Control Board Throws Down The Gauntlet

Mirant faces off against a phalanx of adversaries.

Air Control Board Throws Down The Gauntlet

John Patrick Steele Dies After A Long Struggle

Obituary

John Patrick Steele Dies After A Long Struggle

Talent on Display

Art show spotlights work by students in West Springfield High pyramid.

Talent on Display

Familiar Name, New Face

McConnell won't seek reelection, Pat Herrity runs for seat.

Familiar Name, New Face

Familiar Name, New Face

McConnell won't seek reelection, Pat Herrity runs for seat.

Familiar Name, New Face

Familiar Name, New Face

McConnell won't seek reelection, Pat Herrity runs for seat.

Familiar Name, New Face

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Stubbs presides over Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

An Unwilling Developer

Homeowners may be forced to help allow a condo building they oppose.

An Unwilling Developer

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Finding Information on Allergies

Daughter's case led to national clearinghouse based in Fairfax.

Finding Information on Allergies

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Commission OKs Fleet Drive

Commission OKs Fleet Drive

Idol Worship in NOVA

Singing competition highlights local talent, unites NVCC commuter campuses.

Idol Worship in NOVA

The Man Behind the Shells

An inteview with Tom Gray.

The Man Behind the Shells

The New 30

The New 30

The New 30

The New 30

Stream of Consciousness

ArtStream reaches out to underserved artistic communities.

Stream of Consciousness

Stream of Consciousness

ArtStream reaches out to underserved artistic communities.

Stream of Consciousness

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Stream of Consciousness

Stream of Consciousness

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

It’s Hands-On at Wakefield

Wakefield Forest stands out as one of few county elementary schools to offer electives.

It’s Hands-On at Wakefield

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Stubbs presides over Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

In the Running

Del. David Bulova kicks off reelection bid with March 25 party.

In the Running

Talent on Display

Art show spotlights work by students in West Springfield High pyramid.

Talent on Display

Hall Challenges Smyth

Community activist runs for Board of Supervisors.

Hall Challenges Smyth

Centreville High Grad Recovering after Fire

Ashley Mauter severely burned in Charlottesville home.

Centreville High Grad Recovering after Fire

Groundbreaking for Chantilly Mosque

Ahmadiyya Muslims: 'Love for all, hatred for none.'

Groundbreaking for Chantilly Mosque

Brighten the Boulevard

Design open house asks citizens what they want Fairfax Boulevard to be.

Brighten the Boulevard

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Stubbs presides over Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

No Rent Relief for School

Council strikes down the Northern Virginia Christian Academy’s request for six months of rent relief, among other business.

No Rent Relief for School

It’s Hands-On at Wakefield

Wakefield Forest stands out as one of few county elementary schools to offer electives.

It’s Hands-On at Wakefield

Music in the House

Local musicians perform in first Coffee House Concert at Clifton Presbyterian.

Music in the House

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Vincent Stubbs presides over GSCC.

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Champion Leads Dual Life

Best in Show winner serves as therapy dog at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.

Champion Leads Dual Life

Champion Leads Dual Life

Best in Show winner serves as therapy dog at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.

Champion Leads Dual Life

Up, Up and Away

Families try their hands at flying kites at Gunston Hall's annual kite festival.

Up, Up and Away

Making Over Lives

Home nurse helps family make home accessible to people with disabilities.

Making Over Lives

Familiar Name, New Face

McConnell won't seek reelection, Pat Herrity runs for seat.

Familiar Name, New Face

Finding Information on Allergies

Daughter's case led to national clearinghouse based in Fairfax.

Finding Information on Allergies

In the Running

Del. David Bulova kicks off reelection bid with March 25 party.

In the Running

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Stubbs presides over Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

Cowboys, Sinatra and the Chamber

Teens Charged in Robberies

Suspects are Chantilly and Centreville teens.

Teens Charged in Robberies

Kauffman Turns Tables on Meeting

Constituents express concern over deteriorating quality of life.

Kauffman Turns Tables on Meeting

Cuisine À La Edison

Culinary Café brings high dining to Edison Academy.

Cuisine À La Edison

Making Over Lives

Home nurse helps family make home accessible to people with disabilities.

Making Over Lives

60 Days in Jail for Chantilly’s Garrison

60 Days in Jail for Chantilly’s Garrison

Up, Up and Away

Families try their hands at flying kites at Gunston Hall's annual kite festival.

Up, Up and Away

Six Years Prison for Malicious Wounding

Six Years Prison for Malicious Wounding

New Houses on Lackawanna

New Houses on Lackawanna

Making Over Lives

Home nurse helps family make home accessible to people with disabilities.

Making Over Lives

Tuesday, March 27

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Business

Business

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

People Notes March 28-April 4

People Notes March 28-April 4

Important Women in Loudoun's History

Important Women in Loudoun's History

Lives of Women

Loudoun's rural landscape and southern routes made for different experiences for county women.

Lives of Women

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Murderous Fun

Four Sisters in Crime offer insights about the world of mystery novels.

Murderous Fun

Volunteering

Volunteering

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar March 29-April 4

Calendar March 29-April 4

Faith Notes March 28-April 4

Faith Notes March 28-April 4

Getting to Know … Ethan Stine

Getting to Know … Ethan Stine

Card Power

Association of residential construction workers helps workers document their experience.

Card Power

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Twelve students involved in gang activity at Hayfield, eight face felony charges.

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Balancing ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

Cappies Review

Balancing ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

Board Backs Beulah Development

Plan will bring 11 new homes; activists fear potential precedent.

Board Backs Beulah Development

Time To Travel West

Gil and Sylvia Hansen are leaving Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy after 26 years.

Time To Travel West

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Schools

Schools

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Real Estate

Real Estate

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith March 28-April 4

Faith March 28-April 4

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes March 28-April 4

Faith Notes March 28-April 4

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health

Health

Health Notes

Health Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Scholarships & Contests

Scholarships & Contests

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Health & Fitness March 28-April 4

Schools March 28-April 4

Schools March 28-April 4

Senior Living March 28-April 4

Senior Living March 28-April 4

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Community Notes

Community Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

People

People

Community

Community

Business Notes

Business Notes

People notes March 28-April 4

People notes March 28-April 4

Schools

Schools

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Obit: Gertrude Pell Poppendieck

Obit: Gertrude Pell Poppendieck

Students Named Regional Winners

Students Named Regional Winners

Obit: Phyllis Palmer Dies

Obit: Phyllis Palmer Dies

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

People notes March 28-April 4

People notes March 28-April 4

Obit: Gertrude Pell Poppendieck

Obit: Gertrude Pell Poppendieck

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Obit: Phyllis Palmer Dies

Obit: Phyllis Palmer Dies

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Students Named Regional Winners

Students Named Regional Winners

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obit: John R. Hanley Dies

Obit: John R. Hanley Dies

Tapping into Density

Redevelopment aims to revitalize Lake Anne.

Tapping into Density

Run From the 'Hills'

Film Review

Run From the 'Hills'

Balancing ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

Cappies Review

Balancing ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

Calendar March 29-April 4

Calendar March 29-April 4

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Fine Art March 29-April 4

Fine Art March 29-April 4

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Calendar: March 28-April 5

Calendar: March 28-April 5

Finally, Some Real Swagger

Film Review

Finally, Some Real Swagger

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Fine Arts March 28-April 4

Fine Arts March 28-April 4

Following Their Dream

Adult synchronized skating team, Ice Force One, takes home bronze at the 2007 U.S. Synchronized Team Skating Championships.

Following Their Dream

A Painter's Portrait

Artist Profile

A Painter's Portrait

Telescopic Visions

Telescopic Visions

Calendar March 28-April 3

Calendar March 28-April 3

Supervisors Begin Budget Votes

New projects and enhancements could force readvertisement of tax rate.

Supervisors Begin Budget Votes

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

A Modern Take on Vintage

A Modern Take on Vintage

‘Much Ado ...’ Entertains at Langley

‘Much Ado ...’ Entertains at Langley

‘Much Ado ...’ Entertains at Langley

‘Much Ado ...’ Entertains at Langley

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Twelve students involved in gang activity at Hayfield, eight face felony charges.

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Board Rejects Ridgewater Plan

Lansdowne Development Group reviewing plans for rezoning application.

Board Rejects Ridgewater Plan

Residents Plan Tysons' Future

Fresh ideas sought in planning exercise.

Residents Plan Tysons' Future

Fifth Championship in Eight Years

Marshall High School’s drama department takes home state title.

Fifth Championship in Eight Years

Pleasing the Neighbors

Pleasing the Neighbors

Time To Travel West

Gil and Sylvia Hansen are leaving Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy after 26 years.

Time To Travel West

Child Care in Need of Funding

Restonians hear budget proposal.

Child Care in Need of Funding

Running for Council

Two challengers face three incumbents for Viennacouncil seats.

Running for Council

Best of Fair

Dominion Teachers Wins Award

Best of Fair

Moving Moore

Moore Cadillac and Hummer will relocate to Route 50 location.

Moving Moore

Connemara Woods Defends Community with Gate

HOA Regulates Foot Traffic

Connemara Woods Defends Community with Gate

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Little Something for Everyone

New Rec Center Taps into Families' Needs

Little Something for Everyone

Constant Traditions in Changing World

The Ashburn-Sterling Masonic Lodge celebrates 100 years.

Constant Traditions in Changing World

Time To Travel West

Gil and Sylvia Hansen are leaving Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy after 26 years.

Time To Travel West

Board Members Discuss 'Truce'

Tulloch still wants apology from Burton.

Board Members Discuss 'Truce'

Highs and Lows

Northern Virginia's General Assembly delegation discusses session's highlights with Loudoun chamber.

Highs and Lows

Judge Backs Town

Anti-solicitation ordinance upheld.

Judge Backs Town

Overcrowding Cases Shrink

Total number of open cases down every month since August.

Overcrowding Cases Shrink

Families Host Japanese Students

Great Falls Elementary School welcomes 45 visitors from its sister school in Japan.

Families Host Japanese Students

Mission Possible

At newly opened Imagine Tomorrow computer learning center, children learn PC skills in the role of computer detective.

Mission Possible

Illuminating a By-Gone Era

O. Winston Link recorded last days of Norfolk and Western Railroad with intricate photography.

Illuminating a By-Gone Era

Talking Trails

Residents discuss trail and sidewalk projects.

Talking Trails

Charity Offers Job Training

Herndon's Express Care non-profit organization has been recognized by Bush, Kaine.

Charity Offers Job Training

Jumping for Health

Dranesvile Elementary’s fund-raiser benefits American Heart Association.

Jumping for Health

Boy Startled By Suspicious Man

Spring Time: Good Time to Talk About Strangers

Boy Startled By Suspicious Man

Kauffman Leads True Town Meeting

Constituents express concern over deteriorating quality of life.

Kauffman Leads True Town Meeting

Tunnel Talk

Providence District Council issues resolution confirming support of underground Metro track in Tysons Corner.

Tunnel Talk

History At Home — Then, Now, Tomorrow

History in real time for historians and buffs.

History At Home — Then, Now, Tomorrow

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Meetings Added on Center Expansion

Meetings Added on Center Expansion

Wilson Honored at Farewell Reception

Wilson Honored at Farewell Reception

Champion Leads Dual Life

Best in Show winner serves as therapy dog at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.

Champion Leads Dual Life

Aged to Perfection

Office of Aging and Adult Services publishes ‘Cooking with Friends.’

Aged to Perfection

Dumpster Trial Moved

Frederick Simon Ajlan will stand trial for killing Annandale woman in Prince William County.

Dumpster Trial Moved

High Density, Higher Return

Developers are exerting a transformative influence in Parker Gray.

High Density, Higher Return

Time To Travel West

Gil and Sylvia Hansen are leaving Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy after 26 years.

Time To Travel West

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Twelve students involved in gang activity at Hayfield, eight face felony charges.

Gang Initiation Uncovered at Hayfield Secondary

Illuminating a By-Gone Era

O. Winston Link recorded last days of Norfolk and Western Railroad with intricate photography.

Illuminating a By-Gone Era

Hall Vs. Smyth

Community activist runs for Board of Supervisors.

Hall Vs. Smyth

Low Turnout at Budget Hearings

Few in attendance at community-based hearings.

Low Turnout at Budget Hearings

Tunnel Talk

Providence District Council issues resolution confirming support of underground Metro track in Tysons Corner.

Tunnel Talk

Supervisors Reject RA, RCA, ARCH

County approves changes; additional units allowed under Reston’s density cap.

Supervisors Reject RA, RCA, ARCH

Weaving Stories, Respecting Cultures

Tim Tingle brings tales of Native American culture to local schools.

Weaving Stories, Respecting Cultures

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

The Shape of Things

Athena Renaissance wins approval for high-rise

The Shape of Things

Monday, March 26

Corps Belief

Mount Vernon's JROTC program teaches students leadership

Corps Belief

Turning Back the Clock

Former two-sport star and Churchill alum Louisa Feve takes the reigns of the Bulldogs girls lacrosse team.

Turning Back the Clock

Week In Arlington

Week In Arlington

Building the Future

After more than a decade of talk, the Scotland Community Center could be inching towards renovation.

Building the Future

Leggett Takes Center Stage

Town hall meeting gives residents chance to speak directly with the County Executive.

Leggett Takes Center Stage

Crossing Borders

Wayside Elementary’s multi-cultural festival celebrates the differences and connections between cultures.

Crossing Borders

Old School Rock

The Potomac Theatre Company puts on a performance based on the popular 1970s-era television shorts “Schoolhouse Rock.”

Old School Rock

‘Old School’ Exhibition at the Old School

Richard Montgomery’s Garage Gallery show opens for the last time.

‘Old School’ Exhibition at the Old School

Sunday, March 25

Buckingham To Stay Affordable

The county approves a plan to spend tens of millions of dollars to maintain a historic apartment complex.

Buckingham To Stay Affordable

Spic & Span Schools

The federal government lauds an Arlington school for its efforts to remove its hazardous chemicals.

Spic & Span Schools

Bringing Business Home

A mother-daughter duo is bringing a little piece of Bolivia to Arlington, despite the challenges.

Bringing Business Home

Getting to Know....Kay Rzasa

Getting to Know....Kay Rzasa

GBW Wins State Chess Championship

GBW Wins State Chess Championship

Thursday, March 22

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Conquering Peaks, Valleys

River Falls hiking group raises money to fight leukemia and lymphoma

Conquering Peaks, Valleys

Wednesday, March 21

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Calendar

Calendar

Community Notes

Community Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Exploring WomenÕs History

Exploring WomenÕs History

Flight Lessons

River Bend Students Sore Through Play

Flight Lessons

Health Notes

Health Notes

Good Reason To Browse

Antique enthusiasts had plenty to look at during the weekend-long show at GMU.

Good Reason To Browse

New Roles for New Times

A look at women’s changing roles as mothers and professionals in honor of National Women's History Month.

New Roles for New Times

Business Notes

Business Notes

CHS Wins Scholastic Art Awards

CHS Wins Scholastic Art Awards

Land Swap Approved

Will allow for consolidated office use, access to Old Centreville Road Park.

Land Swap Approved

It's Been Awhile

Assessments in Springfield fell 0.36 percent this year.

It's Been Awhile

Chantilly DECA Shines at States

Chantilly DECA Shines at States

Working Together

Emma owner/operator of Fair Oaks Chick-Fil-A.

Working Together

J-School, South Africa Style

Springfield resident teaches South African women how to write for newspapers.

J-School, South Africa Style

Brewing Up Business

From espressos to artwork, the Clifton Coffee Mill has supported local crafts for two years.

Brewing Up Business

Potluck Party

Town of Clifton celebrates birthday with cake, potluck dinner at Town Hall.

Potluck Party

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Family of man shot by police sues county.

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Looking Ahead to Laurel Hill Elementary

Laurel Hill residents discuss plans for new elementary school with officials.

Looking Ahead to Laurel Hill Elementary

Everything's Coming Up Lorton

Progress continues on multiple fronts for redevelopment of old prison land.

Everything's Coming Up Lorton

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Family of man shot by police sues county.

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Universal Design Required for New Housing

County authority passes resolution mandating that county-funded housing incorporate universal design.

Universal Design Required for New Housing

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

School Notes

School Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

Health Notes

Health Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Everything's Coming Up Lorton

Progress continues on multiple fronts for redevelopment of old prison land.

Everything's Coming Up Lorton

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Business Notes

Business Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Not Just a Mustache

Fu Manchu plays at Jaxx March 24.

Not Just a Mustache

Extracting an Eyesore

Car chassis removed from Pohick Bay Regional Park.

Extracting an Eyesore

Sawyer Sings!

Artists Profile

Sawyer Sings!

Ongoing Events

Ongoing Events

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Good Reason To Browse

Antique enthusiasts had plenty to look at during the weekend-long show at GMU.

Good Reason To Browse

SMA Fund-Raiser at Glory Days

Proceeds help toward finding a cure for Shea and others.

SMA Fund-Raiser at Glory Days

Finding Hope in Persistence, Advocacy

Area residents with MS struggle with disease that's often difficult to identify.

Finding Hope in Persistence, Advocacy

Dying for Peace

GMU students stage protest at Fairfax campus.

Dying for Peace

Dying for Peace

GMU students stage protest at Fairfax campus.

Dying for Peace

Working Together

Emma owner/operator of Fair Oaks Chick-Fil-A.

Working Together

Communal Approach

Drug court program helps participants gain sobriety, learn real-life skills.

Communal Approach

Beware 'Senior Tsunami'

Growing senior population likely to put strain on county, state services.

Beware 'Senior Tsunami'

Working Together

Emma owner/operator of Fair Oaks Chick-Fil-A.

Working Together

Extracting an Eyesore

Car chassis removed from Pohick Bay Regional Park.

Extracting an Eyesore

New Roles for New Times

A look at women’s changing roles as mothers and professionals in honor of National Women's History Month.

New Roles for New Times

Westfield Teens Discuss Drinking

Westfield Teens Discuss Drinking

Teachers Vs. Students

Fairfax High students, faculty square off in basketball court.

Teachers Vs. Students

Working Together

Emma owner/operator of Fair Oaks Chick-Fil-A.

Working Together

Brewing Up Business

From espressos to artwork, the Clifton Coffee Mill has supported local crafts for two years.

Brewing Up Business

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Family of man shot by police sues county.

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Departments Present Budgets

Departments Present Budgets

Dying for Peace

GMU students stage protest at Fairfax campus.

Dying for Peace

Best Use of the Land?

Westmore residents hear hotel proposal, ask if the development would be best use of land adjacent to their community.

Best Use of the Land?

Thinking Globally

County Council explores ways to lead the fight against global warming.

Thinking Globally

Wagging Tails Reopens

The Montgomery County Humane Society’s thrift store celebrated it’s grand re-opening last week.

Wagging Tails Reopens

Raising Funds and Hopes

Churchill Sports Night raises over $100,000 for the school’s athletic teams and facilities.

Raising Funds and Hopes

Coming Soon

Two developments on River Road are slated to open early next year.

Coming Soon

Enjoying a Slice of Pi

Keene Mill students throw party to celebrate significance of Pi.

Enjoying a Slice of Pi

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Family of man shot by police sues county.

Culosi Family Sues for $12 Million

Burke's Breakfast Club

Local Rotarians give back to community.

Burke's Breakfast Club

Extracting an Eyesore

Car chassis removed from Pohick Bay Regional Park.

Extracting an Eyesore

Good Reason To Browse

Antique enthusiasts had plenty to look at during the weekend-long show at GMU.

Good Reason To Browse

Rise of Robotics

Hayfield students compete in regional robotics competition.

Rise of Robotics

Dancing the Afternoon Away

Lynbrook Elementary celebrates 50 years.

Dancing the Afternoon Away

Fast-Food Restaurants for Centreville Square

Fast-Food Restaurants for Centreville Square

Culosi Family Sues for $12 million

Family of man shot by police sues county.

Culosi Family Sues for $12 million

Girl Scout Day at Air and Space Museum

Girl Scout Day at Air and Space Museum

Working Together

Emma owner/operator of Fair Oaks Chick-Fil-A.

Working Together

Planning a New Place To Play

New children's museum still looking for volunteers, location in Springfield.

Planning a New Place To Play

Dying for Peace

GMU students stage protest at Fairfax campus.

Dying for Peace

Fire Ravages Home; Causes $450K Damage

Fire Ravages Home; Causes $450K Damage

Revocation Hearing for Chantilly's Steve Garrison

Charged again with child-porn possession.

Revocation Hearing for Chantilly's Steve Garrison

Arson, Burglary Charges Go to Grand Jury

Arson, Burglary Charges Go to Grand Jury

Looking Ahead to Laurel Hill Elementary

Laurel Hill residents discuss plans for new elementary school with officials.

Looking Ahead to Laurel Hill Elementary

Tuesday, March 20

People Notes March 22-29

People Notes March 22-29

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Northern Virginia Community Notes

‘Pi King’ at Longfellow

‘Pi King’ at Longfellow

Obit: James Sandoval Dies

Obit: James Sandoval Dies

Faded Honor

A discussion with author James Bowman about his new book tracing the history of honor.

Faded Honor

Safe Haven Approved

After more than a year of delay, City Council members approve apartments for homeless residents.

Safe Haven Approved

Dense Side of the Tracks

Dense Side of the Tracks

One Chance for First Impression

Lake Anne conceptual draft to be presented next week.

One Chance for First Impression

New Houses on Cedar Lane?

New Houses on Cedar Lane?

Merrifield Proposal Scrutinized

Design, lack of community benefit, concern residents.

Merrifield Proposal Scrutinized

Community Notes

Community Notes

People Notes March 22-29

People Notes March 22-29

Faith Notes March 21-28

Faith Notes March 21-28

Obit: Muriel A. Howells

Obit: Muriel A. Howells

People Notes March 22-29

People Notes March 22-29

People Notes March 22-29

People Notes March 22-29

Health & Fitness March 21-28

Health & Fitness March 21-28

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Scholarships & Contests

Scholarships & Contests

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Finding Information on Allergies

Daughter's case led to national clearinghouse based in Fairfax.

Finding Information on Allergies

Scholarships & Contests

Scholarships & Contests

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obit: Harry "Sonny" Conrad Dies

Obit: Harry "Sonny" Conrad Dies

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obit: James Sandoval Dies

Obit: James Sandoval Dies

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obit: Harry "Sonny" Conrad Dies

Obit: Harry "Sonny" Conrad Dies

Obit: Muriel A. Howells

Obit: Muriel A. Howells

The "Godfather's" Father

Film Review

The "Godfather's" Father

Fine Art March 22-29

Fine Art March 22-29

Calendar March 22-29

Calendar March 22-29

Turtle Power

Film Review

Turtle Power

Calendar March 21-28

Calendar March 21-28

Calendar March 22-29

Calendar March 22-29

Fine Art March 21-28

Fine Art March 21-28

Residents Learn about Reston Interfaith

Community members tour three facilities.

Residents Learn about Reston Interfaith

Week in Reston

Week in Reston

Work Begins at Observatory Park

After efforts to collect funds, goals are becoming reality

Work Begins at Observatory Park

Preserving America's Lookouts

International Forest Fire Lookout Association preservation group has local home.

Preserving America's Lookouts

Arts Council To Host Annual Fund-raiser

'Taste of the Town' returns to Herndon March 22.

Arts Council To Host Annual Fund-raiser

Fifth-Grader Takes Home Prize

South Riding student wins 25th annual regional spelling bee.

Fifth-Grader Takes Home Prize

Elderly Needs: A Community Conversation

Transportation and education are high on the "must" list

Elderly Needs: A Community Conversation

Task Force Updated On Freedmen's Cemetery

Concern expressed over delay of NPS Environmental Assessment

Task Force Updated On Freedmen's Cemetery

Intercession Payments

Intercession Payments

Resident Collects Dresses, Fulfills Dreams

Kniffin Makes Prom a Reality

Resident Collects Dresses, Fulfills Dreams

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Chapman to Face Poisson

Deadline Silences Rumors of Black’s Rematch

Chapman to Face Poisson

Pursuing a Childhood Dream

Langley School alum returns to talk to students about his experiences in junior firefighting program.

Pursuing a Childhood Dream

Time To Make A Decision

Experts advise Great Falls community to hire consultant to resolve "Septic vs. Sewer" question.

Time To Make A Decision

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Four Years After Iraq Invasion

esidents demand immediate stop to war.

Four Years After Iraq Invasion

Making Their Case

Langley Students argue Freedom of Speech at 15th Annual Case Day.

Making Their Case

Week in Herndon

Week in Herndon

Chamber Defends Its Community Ties

Council hearing item turns into debate of Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce's commitment to Herndon.

Chamber Defends Its Community Ties

Horse Community Returning to Normal

State veterinarian says equestrian community may resume normal activities.

Horse Community Returning to Normal

Dulles Rail Deadline Approaches

Dulles Rail Deadline Approaches

Getting Real

Briar Woods and Freedom seniors get a taste of the real world.

Getting Real

Dulles Rail Deadline Set

Dulles Rail Deadline Set

Getting to Know … Candace Lightner

Getting to Know … Candace Lightner

Delegates Talk Traffic

Officials Address Transportation Bill

Delegates Talk Traffic

Station To Stay Put

Rail won’t move fire station.

Station To Stay Put

Brambleton Gets Bookstore, Theater

Barnes and Nobles announces plans for first store in Loudoun.

Brambleton Gets Bookstore, Theater

Herndon Anti-Solicitation Ordinance Upheld

Judge cites existence of labor site as "strong reason" for ruling.

Herndon Anti-Solicitation Ordinance Upheld

Boundary Shifts

Students Get Switched

Boundary Shifts

Four Years After Iraq Invasion

Residents demand immediate stop to war.

Four Years After Iraq Invasion

Brewery Sold

Old Dominion Brewery owner sells to Anheuser-Busch and Maryland-based company.

Brewery Sold

FCC Rules on Franchise Agreements

Commission passes order to make entering into cable franchise easier.

FCC Rules on Franchise Agreements

Ready To Take on Immigration Enforcement

After training approval, town awaits news of acceptance, dates.

Ready To Take on Immigration Enforcement

Deadline Set for Rail Cost Decision

Deadline Set for Rail Cost Decision

Elderly Needs: A Community Conversation

Transportation and education are high on the "must" list

Elderly Needs: A Community Conversation

Making Their Case

Langley Students argue Freedom of Speech at 15th Annual Case Day.

Making Their Case

To Expand or Not To Expand?

Neighbors speak out at public hearing on proposed expansion of McLean Community Center.

To Expand or Not To Expand?

Week in McLean

Week in McLean

A Shock from ‘Out Of The Blue’

A Shock from ‘Out Of The Blue’

Pursuing a Childhood Dream

Langley School alum returns to talk to students about his experiences in junior firefighting program.

Pursuing a Childhood Dream

Stuck in the Middle

Local middle school students speak frankly at the Safe Community Coalition's 11th annual Middle School Forum.

Stuck in the Middle

Helping Victims of Abuse

Vienna House re-opens its doors to children in need.

Helping Victims of Abuse

Bureaucracy Trumps Logic In Flood Repairs

Is there a hidden agenda to the county's handling of repairs in Huntington?

Bureaucracy Trumps Logic In Flood Repairs

Kingstowne Condo Fire Displaces A Dozen Plus

Kingstowne Condo Fire Displaces A Dozen Plus

Station To Stay Put

Rail won’t move fire station.

Station To Stay Put

Bald Charity

Two elected leaders join seven other people who shaved their heads to raise money for cancer research.

Bald Charity

Being Smart on the Streets

In the wake of two pedestrian fatalities, city leaders encourage safety.

Being Smart on the Streets

From the Archives

African-American family histories can be difficult to come by, but rewarding to find.

From the Archives

Dulles Rail Deadline Set

Dulles Rail Deadline Set

Model for Community Revival?

Candidates discuss RA role in Lake Anne revitalization.

Model for Community Revival?

Density Defined

County Planning Commission approves PRC amendments as drafted.

Density Defined

Vigil for the Fallen

Group reflects on four years of Iraq War.

Vigil for the Fallen

Rewarded for Duty

Local award recipients reflect on life-saving tasks.

Rewarded for Duty

Neighbors Oppose 11 Houses

Upset about proposed development, residents say it's too dense.

Neighbors Oppose 11 Houses

Monday, March 19

Cork Curriculum

A local winery teams up with the county to sponsor a champagne tasting event.

Cork Curriculum

Elks Party for a Cause

For the Alexandria Elks, every social function is a chance to help the community.

Elks Party for a Cause

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Women’s rugby grows in Northern Virginia.

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Women’s rugby grows in Northern Virginia.

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Adding the Fanciful to the Real

Danny Conant and Roberto Kamide combine fantasy with realism.

Adding the Fanciful to the Real

Adding the Fanciful to the Real

Danny Conant and Roberto Kamide combine fantasy with realism.

Adding the Fanciful to the Real

Elks Party for a Cause

For the Alexandria Elks, every social function is a chance to help the community.

Elks Party for a Cause

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Women’s rugby grows in Northern Virginia.

Making Friends, Then Tackling Them

Elks Party for a Cause

For the Alexandria Elks, every social function is a chance to help the community.

Elks Party for a Cause

Getting to Know ... David Romney

This transplant from the Beehive State is just becoming acquainted with Arlington but, so far, he likes what he sees.

Getting to Know ... David Romney

Week in Arlington

Week in Arlington

Sunday, March 18

Elderly Needs Focus Of ‘Community Conversation’

Transportation and education are high on the "must" list.

Elderly Needs Focus Of ‘Community Conversation’

Board Set To Debate 2008 Budget

The proposed budget includes adult day care, environmental taxes and storm water improvements.

Board Set To Debate 2008 Budget

New War, Same Protests

The specter of Vietnam loomed over an Iraq War protest held at the Pentagon.

New War, Same Protests

Thursday, March 15

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Health Notes

Health Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Chamber Installs New Officers

How to do business with the Army featured at Installation Night.

Chamber Installs New Officers

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Calendar

Calendar

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

Scythian prepares to take on the festival circuit.

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

Calendar

Calendar

It’s Budget Time

Fairfax real estate tax increase would still leave jurisdiction with lowest rate in region

It’s Budget Time

Money Missing

Embezzlement reported by company managing hundreds of homeowners associations.

Money Missing

Money Missing

Embezzlement reported by company managing hundreds of homeowners associations.

Money Missing

New Board Takes Seats

Burke Centre welcomes new Board of Trustees at its annual meeting, Thursday, March 8.

New Board Takes Seats

BRAC Planning Seen as 'Shell Game'

Lauritzen, Homer differ on EPG Parkway extension, interchange.

BRAC Planning Seen as 'Shell Game'

Too Much at Fleet Drive?

Land between Beulah Street and Fleet Drive in the Lee District is under consideration for development.

Too Much at Fleet Drive?

Cleaning Up a Messy Past

Fairfax tank farm has cleaned things up, but smaller incidents serve as reminders.

Cleaning Up a Messy Past

Money Missing

Embezzlement reported by company managing hundreds of homeowners associations.

Money Missing

A Volunteer for Life

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute staff remember a volunteer whose work touched many.

A Volunteer for Life

A Bridge to Eagle Scout

Boy Scout Troop 1345 helps member with Eagle Scout project.

A Bridge to Eagle Scout

How To Be Older, Wiser, Healthier

About 40 seniors attend Braddock Winter Town Meeting about health, safety.

How To Be Older, Wiser, Healthier

Money Missing

Embezzlement reported by company managing hundreds of homeowners associations.

Money Missing

Money Missing

Embezzlement reported by company managing hundreds of homeowners associations.

Money Missing

Chamber Installs New Officers

How to do business with the Army featured at Installation Night.

Chamber Installs New Officers

BRAC Planning Seen as Shell Game

Lauritzen, Homer differ on EPG Parkway extension, interchange.

BRAC Planning Seen as Shell Game

Wednesday, March 14

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Stone Bridge Pursues 'Aida'

Stone Bridge Pursues 'Aida'

'Anything Goes' at Heritage

'Anything Goes' at Heritage

Comfort Food

Hunter’s Inn, the ‘Cheers’ of Potomac

Comfort Food

Illegal Animal Disposal Yields Suspended Sentence

Henry now faces a federal charge.

Illegal Animal Disposal Yields Suspended Sentence

Art Show at E.C. Lawrence

Art Show at E.C. Lawrence

Nine Years of Service

Springfield resident recognized by Board of Supervisors.

Nine Years of Service

Art for Everyone

Young artists display work at Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show.

Art for Everyone

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate

Real Estate

Volunteering

Volunteering

Community Notes

Community Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

Community Notes

Community Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

People Notes

People Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

People Notes

People Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Ongoing Events

Ongoing Events

Our Town' at Park View

Our Town' at Park View

Enchanted Evening of 'Cinderella' at Seton

Enchanted Evening of 'Cinderella' at Seton

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

Scythian prepares to take on the festival circuit.

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

Scythian prepares to take on the festival circuit.

‘Immigrant Trailer Park Rock Revolution’

Calendar

Calendar

Adapted 'Les Miserables' at Broad Run

Adapted 'Les Miserables' at Broad Run

Senioritis and Edit:Undo

The Cappies have two high school musicals. (So does Disney.)

Senioritis and Edit:Undo

Briar Woods Reveals Dramatic Growth

Black Forest Productions offers "Fractured Fairytales" in March and "Fools" in June.

Briar Woods Reveals Dramatic Growth

Roundups

Roundups

'Godspell' at Centreville Presbyterian Church

'Godspell' at Centreville Presbyterian Church

Momentum for St. Baldrick's Day

Event benefits childhood-cancer research.

Momentum for St. Baldrick's Day

Nine Years of Service

Springfield resident recognized by Board of Supervisors.

Nine Years of Service

Nine Years of Service

Springfield resident recognized by Board of Supervisors.

Nine Years of Service

Nine Years of Service

Springfield resident recognized by Board of Supervisors.

Nine Years of Service

RAC ’Em Up

Vikings topple defending champ Gaithersburg to claim first regional title since 1995; next up is Eleanor Roosevelt for state semis at UMBC’s RAC Arena.

RAC ’Em Up

Comeback Tour?

Tiger Woods bringing PGA back to D.C; Berliner urges PGA to make Avenel host of the yearly event.

Comeback Tour?

Moving Out

Cars removed from private residence after the Department of Permitting Services rescinds an extension it granted less than one week prior.

Moving Out

Unbroken Links

Churchill’s sports boosters honor historically dominant Bulldog golf program.

Unbroken Links

Vikings Go Down Swinging

Whitman playoff run ends at the hands of eventual champion Eleanor Roosevelt who have won the title three years in a row.

Vikings Go Down Swinging

A Historical Celebration

Scotland honors Black History as eyes turn towards the future of the Scotland Community Center.

A Historical Celebration

Soothing the Soul and Smoothing Wrinkles?

Proposed Rock Run Wellness Center would offer lessons in holistic lifestyle as well as Botox injections.

Soothing the Soul and Smoothing Wrinkles?

Rocking Out Safely

attle of the Bands promotes drug-free rock music and party scene.

Rocking Out Safely

Nine Years of Service

Springfield resident recognized by Board of Supervisors.

Nine Years of Service

More Changes in the Village

High rent forces Rocky’s Video and Lafayette credit union out of Potomac Village, while a 24-hour Walgreen’s is on tap to open later in the year.

More Changes in the Village

The Fallout of a Fight

Taskforce looking at ways to deal with racial tensions in Churchill, but meetings are not open.

The Fallout of a Fight

Feeling the Pinch of the New Bells Mill

Neighbors nearest to the school say the new site would diminish their property values.

Feeling the Pinch of the New Bells Mill

Through Artists' Eyes

Young artists display work at South County Pyramid Art Show.

Through Artists' Eyes

An Artistic View

Students from Lee High School pyramid take part in group art show.

An Artistic View

Art for Everyone

Young artists display work at Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show.

Art for Everyone

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Music and Fashion at Westfield High

Upcoming show meshes cool tunes with hot styles.

Music and Fashion at Westfield High

Centreville High Among Virginia's Top 10 Schools

Centreville High Among Virginia's Top 10 Schools

Father, Daughter Die in Fire

Sunday-morning tragedy in the Meadows of Chantilly.

Father, Daughter Die in Fire

Virginia Run Waits Cautiously for FERC

Virginia Run Waits Cautiously for FERC

Kindergarten Registrations

Kindergarten Registrations

Learning About Law in Action

Centreville High teacher Cathy Ruffing named Street Law Educator of the Year.

Learning About Law in Action

Chantilly's Robotics Team Wins Top FIRST Award

Chantilly's Robotics Team Wins Top FIRST Award

Tuesday, March 13

Schools March 15-22

Schools March 15-22

Spartan Effort

Film Review

Spartan Effort

Alexandria Bulletin March 15-22

Alexandria Bulletin March 15-22

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Home Destroyed in Two-Alarm Blaze

Homeowners plan to rebuild, but will be displaced for at least one year.

Home Destroyed in Two-Alarm Blaze

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Governor receives letter of support for elevated track.

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Tree Stolen From Local Church

Congregation stunned when thieves cut down and stole a tree.

Tree Stolen From Local Church

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Route 1 Bus Service Location Debated

Waiting for a bus on a Route 1 median seen by some as a deal breaker.

Route 1 Bus Service Location Debated

Snow Wants $1.2 Billion for Dulles South

Supervisor Snow (R-Dulles) proposes additional funding in the capital improvement plan for southern infrastructure.

Snow Wants $1.2 Billion for Dulles South

The Education of Loudoun Parents

Hatrick Encourages Parents to Get Involved with Sex Ed

The Education of Loudoun Parents

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Governor receives letter of support for elevated track.

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Attempted Armed Robbery at Market

Robbery renews calls from police, supermarket employees for increased customer vigilance.

Attempted Armed Robbery at Market

Public's Turn

Community input sought on future Reston stations.

Public's Turn

Assessments On Rise Again

Lorton sees highest spike in county, nearly 2.6 percent.

Assessments On Rise Again

Road Closures Ahead

Developer may close Gunston Cove Road for five weeks to install sewer lines.

Road Closures Ahead

Community Notes

Community Notes

Alexandria Bulletin March 15-22

Alexandria Bulletin March 15-22

School Notes

School Notes

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

School Notes

School Notes

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Community Notes

Community Notes

Faith Notes March 14-21

Faith Notes March 14-21

Faith Notes March 14-21

Faith Notes March 14-21

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Volunteers March 14-21

Volunteers March 14-21

Faith Notes March 14-21

Faith Notes March 14-21

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Hands On Brains

Hands On Brains

Hands On Brains

Hands On Brains

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Health & Fitness March 14-21

Schools March 15-22

Schools March 15-22

Winter Donations From Krop’s Crops

Winter Donations From Krop’s Crops

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

Community Notes

Community Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

A Son's Peace Corps Experience in Paraguay

A Round of Raising Funds

A Round of Raising Funds

Fine Arts March 15-22

Fine Arts March 15-22

Calendar March 14-21

Calendar March 14-21

Calendar March 15-22

Calendar March 15-22

Calendar: March 14-20

Calendar: March 14-20

Fine Arts March 15-22

Fine Arts March 15-22

Fine Arts Scene

Fine Arts Scene

Calendar March 15-22

Calendar March 15-22

Session Mixed Bag for Sickles

Homestead tax relief among the highlights for Del. Mark Sickles.

Session Mixed Bag for Sickles

PBJ Processors and Strawberry DNA

Girls from area schools learn about math and science careers.

PBJ Processors and Strawberry DNA

Author Shares Legacy of Her Family Roots

Veronica Li's book talk to be aired on C-Span2.

Author Shares Legacy of Her Family Roots

Hallowed Ground Heads to House

Journey Through Hallowed Ground gains approval from House Natural Resources Committee.

Hallowed Ground Heads to House

Long Day's Journey into Light

Relay's success rests on early preparation.

Long Day's Journey into Light

Sha'are Shalom Welcomes Neighbors

Jewish Community Opens Doors, Invites Questions

Sha'are Shalom Welcomes Neighbors

Boards Talk Budget

Supervisors Question School Board’s Decision

Boards Talk Budget

Looking Into Environment Friendly Lighting

Home Equity Builders hosts "Green Luncheon" to educate remodelers about energy efficient lighting options.

Looking Into Environment Friendly Lighting

Shelter Assault Results in Charges

Police Question How Homeless Man, Woman Got in Offices

Shelter Assault Results in Charges

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Ashburn Man Pleads Guilty

Softball coach charged with embezzlement pleads guilty.

Ashburn Man Pleads Guilty

Developer Makes Changes to Ridgewater Project

Ridgewater Comprehensive Plan amendment set for a second work session

Developer Makes Changes to Ridgewater Project

Hero Mourns Friends

Former Oakton High student happy to have helped in fatal fire, but wishes he could have done more.

Hero Mourns Friends

Wanderers No More

The Beth Chaverim Reform Congregation prepares to move into its new home.

Wanderers No More

Malts, Milkshakes and the Mayor

Clifton mayor, family ready to open ice cream stand in their garage this spring.

Malts, Milkshakes and the Mayor

East Bound?

County receives 13 proposals for new government center.

East Bound?

Young Sentencing Continued

No conslusion in bank roberry case.

Young Sentencing Continued

Rosa Lee Goes With PTO

Rosa Lee Cater holds its first parent informational meeting.

Rosa Lee Goes With PTO

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Compass Weighs Future

Citing financial viability, Herndon Compass loses backing.

Compass Weighs Future

Town Offers Glance at Budget Possibilities

.Six new staff positions being considered.

Town Offers Glance at Budget Possibilities

Police Recognized for Valor

Record-breaking seven officers granted county awards for lifesaving, valor.

Police Recognized for Valor

Kiwanis Club Forms

Service Organization to Benefit Community

Kiwanis Club Forms

Mount Vernon Bulletin March 15-22

Mount Vernon Bulletin March 15-22

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Stream or Storm Drain?

Differing Definitions of Cameron Run have left county and VDOT at an impasse over dredging.

Stream or Storm Drain?

Mobile Homes Planned for North Hill

County Housing Authority releases preliminary details for controversial site.

Mobile Homes Planned for North Hill

JPI Asks for Show of Interest

Affordable/workforce housing is part of a new Kings Crossing plan.

JPI Asks for Show of Interest

Change Ahead for BRAC?

Lauritzen, Homer differ on EPG Parkway extension/interchange.

Change Ahead for BRAC?

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Fire Consumes Home

Homeowners plan to rebuild, but will be displaced for at least one year.

Fire Consumes Home

What's New in Budget?

In advance of May budget meetings, council members cite priorities.

What's New in Budget?

Assessments On Rise Again

Lorton sees highest spike in county, nearly 2.6 percent.

Assessments On Rise Again

Revitalization Efforts Accelerate

Community meetings on Lake Anne plan amendment expected soon.

Revitalization Efforts Accelerate

State DEQ Pushes Feds About Mirant

Mirant complains to State officials about City health warning.

State DEQ Pushes Feds About Mirant

Standing By Metro

MCA reiterates support for Metro with an underground tunnel and appropriate planning.

Standing By Metro

PBJ Processors and Strawberry DNA

Girls from area schools learn about math and science careers.

PBJ Processors and Strawberry DNA

Looking Into Environment Friendly Lighting

Home Equity Builders hosts "Green Luncheon" to educate remodelers about energy efficient lighting options.

Looking Into Environment Friendly Lighting

Rotary Donates $5,000

Rotary Donates $5,000

The Great Smokeout

Unusual plan hopes uses zoning authority to force bars and restaurants into becoming smoke free.

The Great Smokeout

Earmarks for Alexandria

Earmarks for Alexandria

Planning Approves More Carlyle ‘Quick Service’ Restaurants

Planning Approves More Carlyle ‘Quick Service’ Restaurants

Slam-Dunk Ideas

City and business leaders put their heads together to investigate ways to respond to National Harbor.

Slam-Dunk Ideas

Getting to Know ... Caroline Heald

Getting to Know ... Caroline Heald

Police Announce St. Patrick’s Crackdown

Police Announce St. Patrick’s Crackdown

Where Are the Jobs?

Alexandria has been left out of Northern Virginia’s job-growth trend.

Where Are the Jobs?

RA Candidates Discuss ResTown

Opinions differ on town issue.

RA Candidates Discuss ResTown

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Board Still Backs Tunnel

Woodland Park Changes Phasing

Woodland Park Changes Phasing

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Governor receives letter of support for elevated track.

Reston Chamber Urges Air Rail

Malts, Milkshakes and the Mayor

Clifton mayor, family ready to open ice cream stand in their garage this spring.

Malts, Milkshakes and the Mayor

Standing By Metro

MCA reiterates support for Metro with an underground tunnel and appropriate planning.

Standing By Metro

Public Safety Budgets Under Scrutiny

Supervisors indicate intent to support proposed public safety budget.

Public Safety Budgets Under Scrutiny

"Pulse" on Pit Bulls

Shelter Reaches Out to Community for Direction

"Pulse" on Pit Bulls

Accessible Housing for Everyone

County authority passes resolution mandating that county-funded housing incorporate universal design.

Accessible Housing for Everyone

Road Closures Ahead

Developer may close Gunston Cove Road for five weeks to install sewer lines.

Road Closures Ahead

Monday, March 12

Anti-War Rally Descends on Arlington

Demonstrators are set to march on the Pentagon despite an ongoing dispute with state authorities.

Anti-War Rally Descends on Arlington

Week in Arlington

Week in Arlington

Arlington Helps Neighbor in Need

When Falls Church couldn’t collect on its back taxes, Arlington’s Treasury Department stepped in and helped out.

Arlington Helps Neighbor in Need

Changes in Store for Wilson School, Career Center

A group of Arlington citizens makes recommendations for the future of several school properties.

Changes in Store for Wilson School, Career Center

Fun at FitArlington Festival

The county kicks off its FitArlington initiative with a festival at Gunston Park.

Fun at FitArlington Festival

Getting to Know … Nicolas Zevallos

A conversation with one of the Virginia College Savings Plan's Poster Contest winners.

Getting to Know … Nicolas Zevallos

Thursday, March 8

Yesterday's Fear, Tomorrow's Power

Film emphasizes both potential and safety aspects of nuclear energy .

Yesterday's Fear, Tomorrow's Power

Yesterday's Fear, Tomorrow's Power

Film emphasizes both potential and safety aspects of nuclear energy.

Yesterday's Fear, Tomorrow's Power

Wednesday, March 7

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Getting to Know...

Austen Willis

Getting to Know...

Community Notes

Community Notes

Volunteer Notes

Volunteer Notes

The Root of Bluegrass

Artist Profile

The Root of Bluegrass

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Murder Charges Against Ramirez-Terraza Dropped

Fingerprint analysis proves him innocent.

Murder Charges Against Ramirez-Terraza Dropped

Army Releases BRAC Report

Two wild cards include money for transportation, GSA warehouses

Army Releases BRAC Report

New Development Proposed

Kincora development would be located at Route 28 and Route 7.

New Development Proposed

More Positive Tests

New horse tests positive for the equine herpesvirus at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.

More Positive Tests

Campaign Season Kicks Off

Supervisor Sharon Bulova (D-Braddock) hosts first campaign fund raiser for reelection bid.

Campaign Season Kicks Off

Transportation Success for Republicans

Transportation plan would provide money for Northern Virginia roads if approved.

Transportation Success for Republicans

Simmons Runs in the 40th

Fairfax Station man seeks House of Districts seat.

Simmons Runs in the 40th

Business Notes

Business Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Real Estate

Real Estate

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Students in the News

Students in the News

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

School Notes

School Notes

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Northern Virginia Community Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Volunteering

Volunteering

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Community Notes

Community Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

People Notes

People Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

People Notes

People Notes

Horror Scope

Film Review

Horror Scope

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

No Objection Here

Game Review

No Objection Here

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Easy (Chair) Rider

Film Review

Easy (Chair) Rider

Calendar

Calendar

Ongoing Events

Ongoing Events

Calendar

Calendar

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

Attorney General's Hunger Tour of Northern Virginia highlights need for donations of food year-round.

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

The Real World, Miniaturized

Cedar Lane's Sue Ann Gleason honored as Loudoun County teacher of the year.

The Real World, Miniaturized

Drug Deal Leads to Murder Charge

Charles “Max” Caprino of Burke faces a charge of murder.

Drug Deal Leads to Murder Charge

Shaving Heads Can Help Save Lives

St. Baldrick's Day is March 17

Shaving Heads Can Help Save Lives

Va. Run Tells FERC Its Pipeline Woes

350 people voice their concerns over proposed pipeline.

Va. Run Tells FERC Its Pipeline Woes

New Way of Learning

GMU professor wins state career award.

New Way of Learning

Supreme Valor and Sacrifice

Awards given for bravery in May 8 tragedy.

Supreme Valor and Sacrifice

Rebel Parents Round Up

Fairfax High School parents take opportunity to meet with teachers to gauge students’ progress.

Rebel Parents Round Up

Political Season Puts Herring in a Tough Place

Political Season Puts Herring in a Tough Place

Transportation Plan Not a Solution

Funding plan only provides a short-term fix for transportation, Watts says.

Transportation Plan Not a Solution

Red Light, Say Cheese

General Assembly passes photo-monitoring legislation that would allow city to reinstall cameras at busy intersections.

Red Light, Say Cheese

The Word is the Thing

Mosby Woods Elementary students celebrate reading. Dr. Seuss with festive hats and guest readers.

The Word is the Thing

Rosa Lee Chooses Colors, Mascot

Rosa Lee Carter's future students vote on new mascot and school colors.

Rosa Lee Chooses Colors, Mascot

Teens Learn About Future Possibilities

Next Level 4 Teens organizes career day for local students.

Teens Learn About Future Possibilities

Rogers Pleads Guilty to Bank Robberies

Committed heists in Fair Lakes and Chantilly.

Rogers Pleads Guilty to Bank Robberies

Trash Becomes Treasure

Fairfax County officials take VDOT leftovers and turn them into a sizable district park.

Trash Becomes Treasure

When Re-roofing Becomes Re-planting

Springfield couple installing green roof on their home.

When Re-roofing Becomes Re-planting

Parents Push for Schools

Funding for public schools overlying theme of budget hearings.

Parents Push for Schools

Open Communication

Input encouraged on proposed Route 50 mixed-use business district.

Open Communication

Congestion in Richmond Too?

General Assembly votes for transportation bill, after partisan politics takes over.

Congestion in Richmond Too?

Clifton Council Begins Budget Discussions

Council adopts new plan for writing budgets, creates Capital Improvement Plan.

Clifton Council Begins Budget Discussions

Transportation Success for Republicans

Transportation plan would provide money for Northern Virginia roads if approved.

Transportation Success for Republicans

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Transportation successes, immigration defeats dominate session for Albo.

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Clifton Council Begins Budget Discussions

Council adopts new plan for writing budgets, creates Capital Improvement Plan.

Clifton Council Begins Budget Discussions

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Transportation successes, immigration defeats dominate session for Albo.

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

Attorney General's Hunger Tour of Northern Virginia highlights need for donations of food year-round.

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

New Way of Learning

GMU professor wins state career award.

New Way of Learning

Boulter Enters Supervisor Race

Virginia Hills man past president of Forward Fairfax.

Boulter Enters Supervisor Race

Around the World in Burke

White Oaks Elementary hosts multicultural night for students, teachers and parents.

Around the World in Burke

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

Attorney General's Hunger Tour of Northern Virginia highlights need for donations of food year-round.

Feeding Northern Virginia's Hungry

Only the Brave

County Chamber ceremony honors sacrifices of public safety personnel.

Only the Brave

New Way of Learning

GMU professor wins state career award.

New Way of Learning

Trash Becomes Treasure

Fairfax County officials take VDOT leftovers and turn them into a sizable district park.

Trash Becomes Treasure

Congestion in Richmond Too?

General Assembly votes for transportation bill, after partisan politics takes over.

Congestion in Richmond Too?

Army Releases BRAC Report

Two wild cards include money for transportation, GSA warehouses

Army Releases BRAC Report

Campaign Season Kicks Off

Supervisor Sharon Bulova (D-Braddock) hosts first campaign fund raiser for reelection bid.

Campaign Season Kicks Off

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Transportation successes, immigration defeats dominate session for Albo.

Touting Transportation Triumphs

Battle of the Superheroes

Nova Comics hosts HeroClix tournament March 3.

Battle of the Superheroes

Self-Sufficiency through Computer Training

Vienna Presbyterian Church ESOL program helps students find jobs.

Self-Sufficiency through Computer Training

New Way of Learning

GMU professor wins state career award.

New Way of Learning

Alayo's Case Goes to Grand Jury

Alayo's Case Goes to Grand Jury

Transportation Success for Republicans

Transportation plan would provide money for Northern Virginia roads if approved.

Transportation Success for Republicans

Trash Becomes Treasure

Fairfax County officials take VDOT leftovers and turn them into a sizable district park.

Trash Becomes Treasure

Roundups

Roundups

Westfield High Grad Killed in Car Crash

Westfield High Grad Killed in Car Crash

New Way of Learning

GMU professor wins state career award.

New Way of Learning

Chain of Love?

Film Review

Chain of Love?

Tuesday, March 6

Neighborhoods: Taylor Run

Neighborhoods: Taylor Run

Obit: Sherwin Landfield

Obit: Sherwin Landfield

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Neighborhood: Old Town

Neighborhood: Old Town

Fine Art March 7-13

Fine Art March 7-13

Calendar: March 7-13

Calendar: March 7-13

Calendar March 7-13

Calendar March 7-13

Calendar March 8-14

Calendar March 8-14

A Sikh Comes ‘Home’

On his first trip to Punjab, Kahan Dhillon finds his roots, but not his wife.

A Sikh Comes ‘Home’

Pedestrian Killed

Pedestrian Killed

Brothers Sentenced for Murder

Malik Byrd, 15, is sentenced to 18 years; Marquis Byrd, 17, is sentenced to 20 years.

Brothers Sentenced for Murder

Schools march 7-13

Schools march 7-13

He Spells It Out for Forestville

Fifth grader Alec Bonham wins first annual Forestville Spelling Bee and prepares to participate in upcoming Fairfax County Spelling Bee.

He Spells It Out for Forestville

In From The Cold

Faith communities continue effort to prevent hypothermia deaths.

In From The Cold

SLHS Student Robbed

SLHS Student Robbed

Self-Sufficiency Via Computers

Vienna Presbyterian Church ESOL program helps students find jobs.

Self-Sufficiency Via Computers

Recording History's Witnesses

Long-planned project to collect personal histories under way.

Recording History's Witnesses

Neighborhoods: Seminary Valley

Neighborhoods: Seminary Valley

Schools March 7-13

Schools March 7-13

Faith Notes March 7-13

Faith Notes March 7-13

Neighborhood: Old Town

Neighborhood: Old Town

Faith Notes March 7-13

Faith Notes March 7-13

Faith Notes March 7-13

Faith Notes March 7-13

Health Notes

Health Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Scholarships & Contests

Scholarships & Contests

Community Notes

Community Notes

Obit: Geraldine N. Lash

Obit: Geraldine N. Lash

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Neighborhoods: Seminary Valley

Neighborhoods: Seminary Valley

Obit: Geraldine N. Lash

Obit: Geraldine N. Lash

Neighborhoods: Taylor Run

Neighborhoods: Taylor Run

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Calendar March 8-14

Calendar March 8-14

Art or Whitewash?

Artists fight to save a George Washington mural commissioned by a controversial power plant.

Art or Whitewash?

County Fingal to County Fairfax

Irish residents recall St. Patrick's Day back home, highlight local hot-spots.

County Fingal to County Fairfax

Fine Arts March 7-13

Fine Arts March 7-13

Fine Art March 8-14

Fine Art March 8-14

Art or Whitewash?

Artists fight to save a George Washington mural commissioned by a controversial power plant.

Art or Whitewash?

Take Me to Your Theatre

‘Visit to a Small Planet’ explores 1950s-era in an upbeat made-for-TV comedy.

Take Me to Your Theatre

Public Houses

Book club members schedule easy meetings in public settings.

Public Houses

Residents Asked to Respond

Thirty-six question survey to be delivered in all Great Falls' homes.

Residents Asked to Respond

Heartfelt Mohawks

Teachers at Buzz Aldrin Elementary deliver on promise.

Heartfelt Mohawks

Red-Light Return

Red-Light Return

Targeting the Gypsy Moth

City Council votes for a gypsy-moth eradication program that does not kill indiscriminately.

Targeting the Gypsy Moth

Herndon's Free Clinic Set to Open

Local free clinic serving Herndon, Reston and Centreville residents finds permanent home.

Herndon's Free Clinic Set to Open

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Ballet Students Strive for Certification

Eighty-three students at the Margaret Haddad School of Classical Ballet opt to participate in Russian Ballet Society certifications.

Ballet Students Strive for Certification

Field Upgrades

Bill Allen Field Getting Makeover

Field Upgrades

Trinity Honors Cancer Patients

Gym Seeks Sponsors for Survivors

Trinity Honors Cancer Patients

Club Makes Prom Affordable

Club Makes Prom Affordable for All

Club Makes Prom Affordable

Lifelong Learning Comes to Loudoun

Osher Classes Geared Toward Seniors

Lifelong Learning Comes to Loudoun

High School Students Intern on Capitol Hill

Herndon High School boasts one of the largest Capitol Hill intern programs.

High School Students Intern on Capitol Hill

Getting Diverse

Representatives on hand to answer students' questions.

Getting Diverse

Transportation in State of Disarray

Transportation in State of Disarray

Educating Children in Honor of Vanessa

Potomac School hosts Save the Children panel of experts for the first annual Vanessa Pean Memorial Lecture.

Educating Children in Honor of Vanessa

Council Mulls Immigration Enforcement Agreement

Council members negotiate expansion of training-eligible officers to include regular operations.

Council Mulls Immigration Enforcement Agreement

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Huntington Homeowners Will Get A Break

With permanent flood prevention years away, county offers to pay for flood insurance.

Huntington Homeowners Will Get A Break

Call and Response

Ghanaian musicians bring village life to Fort Hunt.

Call and Response

BRAC's Impact Report Released

Two wild cards include money for transportation and GSA warehouses

BRAC's Impact Report Released

Community Projects Enhance Worker Morale

NII Holdings employees urged company to get involved.

Community Projects Enhance Worker Morale

Getting to Know … the Rev. James Buck Jr.

Getting to Know … the Rev. James Buck Jr.

Transportation Leads Legislators' Chamber Report

Red light cameras, cell phones, GW's whiskey are among the winners.

Transportation Leads Legislators' Chamber Report

Getting to Know… Mack Rhoades

Getting to Know… Mack Rhoades

Reviewing Expansion Plans

McLean Community Center board seeks residents' comments.

Reviewing Expansion Plans

Educating Children in Honor of Vanessa

Potomac School hosts Save the Children panel of experts for the first annual Vanessa Pean Memorial Lecture.

Educating Children in Honor of Vanessa

Puppies Are Not A ‘Mill’ Product

Legitimate breeders do more than sell dogs, they match owners and pets.

Puppies Are Not A ‘Mill’ Product

Planning Approves Safe Haven

Wagner and Komoroske reelected for another year

Planning Approves Safe Haven

Operation Walk Heads for Nicaragua

Joint replacement surgeons from Inova Mount Vernon and other professionals will be going to Managua so people can walk without pain.

Operation Walk Heads for Nicaragua

Initial Spectrum Designs Revealed

Reston P&Z hears proposal to redevelop shopping center.

Initial Spectrum Designs Revealed

Place To Play, Above All

RA candidates vow to preserve recreational facilities.

Place To Play, Above All

George Enters Race

George Joins Sheriff’s Race

George Enters Race

Monday, March 5

"¡Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!"

An Arlington Spanish teacher has found an inventive way to get his students involved.

"¡Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!"

A 'DUI' Without Regret

American Century Theater revives works by women.

A 'DUI' Without Regret

A 'DUI' Without Regret

American Century Theater revives works by women.

A 'DUI' Without Regret

Historic Gesture

Jamestown artifacts will be gifted back to the state.

Historic Gesture

Point Pleasantries

Nelly’s Needlers help explore the art of stitching at Woodlawn.

Point Pleasantries

Historic Gesture

Jamestown artifacts will be gifted back to the state.

Historic Gesture

Historic Gesture

Jamestown artifacts will be gifted back to the state.

Historic Gesture

Is Glass The Way To Go?

Architects want to use an abundance of glass for the renovated Yorktown High. An APS official says this is a mistake.

Is Glass The Way To Go?

Week in Arlington

Week in Arlington

A 'DUI' Without Regret

American Century Theater revives works by women.

A 'DUI' Without Regret

Arlington Fights The Feds

Arlington Public Schools tries to defy federal mandates on English testing but its options are running out.

Arlington Fights The Feds

Norovirus Strikes Another Area Hotel

An infection at an Arlington hotel is the third outbreak in as many months.

Norovirus Strikes Another Area Hotel

Getting to Know ... Kevin Grebb

A Yorktown graduate tells of flying high in the Air Force and getting tough on the lacrosse field.

Getting to Know ... Kevin Grebb

Thursday, March 1

Six-Sided Sentiments

Hexagon’s dedicated performers produce lasting relationships, hilarious shows and admirable charity.

Six-Sided Sentiments

Stevens Joins School Board

Stevens Fills Andrew’s Spot

Stevens Joins School Board