Stories for May 2007

Stories for May 2007

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Thursday, May 31

Ryan, Waters Debate in Writing

Ryan, Waters Debate in Writing

Delgaudio, Hidy Seek Sterling Support

Delgaudio, Hidy Seek Sterling Support

Memorializing Heroes

Holiday spotlights those who gave the last full measure of devotion.

Memorializing Heroes

’A Day To Remember’

’A Day To Remember’

Wootton High Artist

Wootton High Artist

Snow, Jeyanathan Square Off for Dulles Seat

Snow, Jeyanathan Square Off for Dulles Seat

Hunt Kicks Off Campaign for Delegate

Hunt Kicks Off Campaign for Delegate

Air Board Mirant Decision Favors City

The saga continues as the air gets heavier with summer humidity.

Air Board Mirant Decision Favors City

Wednesday, May 30

Health Notes

Health Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Calendar

Calendar

Theater

Theater

Health Notes

Health Notes

On the Campaign Trail

On the Campaign Trail

‘Party Like a Rock Star’

T.C. Williams High School bids adieu to its graduating seniors.

‘Party Like a Rock Star’

Teachers Honored

Alexandria Education Partnership presents its annual Excellence in Education Awards.

Teachers Honored

Web Site of the Future

Burke Centre’s redesigned homepage to include many conveniences for residents.

Web Site of the Future

Business Notes

Business Notes

Something Sweet

Cranbrook Methodist raises funds for mission projects with Strawberry Festival.

Something Sweet

Double Eagle

Springfield twins earn highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts.

Double Eagle

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Health Notes

Health Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Business Notes

Business Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

There’s A Ride, Too?!

Film Review

There’s A Ride, Too?!

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Taking It to the Green

Artist Profile

Taking It to the Green

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

The Return of Bill Cleveland

The Return of Bill Cleveland

Retiring Postal Clerk Frye Honored

Burke resident retires after 34 years as post office employee.

Retiring Postal Clerk Frye Honored

Getting To Know … Toni Annette Thomas

Getting To Know … Toni Annette Thomas

Children's Play, 'A Fish Story,' This Weekend at Chantilly

Children's Play, 'A Fish Story,' This Weekend at Chantilly

Chantilly Thespians Are Theater Sports Champions

Chantilly Thespians Are Theater Sports Champions

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

Less than an ounce of marijuana becomes catalyst for murder.

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

Handgun and Dope Mix into Tragedy

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

Time To Remember

VFW Post 5412 marks Memorial Day with ceremony on Burke Conservancy grounds.

Time To Remember

Double Eagle

Springfield twins earn highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts.

Double Eagle

Police, Community Mourn for MPO Vinnie DarConte

Officer dies after deer/motorcycle collision.

Police, Community Mourn for MPO Vinnie DarConte

Double Eagle

Springfield twins earn highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts.

Double Eagle

Double Eagle

Springfield twins earn highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts.

Double Eagle

Taking What It Can Get

City Council approves residential development out of distaste for the by-right alternative.

Taking What It Can Get

Debate Covers District Priorities

Citizens hear from candidates on development and other issues affecting Providence District.

Debate Covers District Priorities

City’s Future Preserving History

Preservationists excited as nine years of hard work comes full circle at the Blenheim estate’s June 2 groundbreaking.

City’s Future Preserving History

Patriots’ Pride

Thousands gather in Fairfax for annual Ride of the Patriots.

Patriots’ Pride

True Meaning of Memorial Day

Veterans’ photographs displayed around sanctuary to commemorate holiday.

True Meaning of Memorial Day

How Transparent is the School Board?

Secret meetings and lack of public input prompt criticism of the ‘Backroom Five.’

How Transparent is the School Board?

Miller To Manage ARHA

Miller To Manage ARHA

High Tech Hollywood Comes to Old Town

Chamber of Commerce recognizes Netblender for technological achievement.

High Tech Hollywood Comes to Old Town

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

Handgun and Dope Mix into Tragedy

20th Birthday: Convicted of Murder

Centreville is a Jamestown 2007 Community

Centreville is a Jamestown 2007 Community

Meet Lady Fairfax Cheryl Repetti

Cheryl Repetti helped to expand the Centreville Historic District.

Meet Lady Fairfax Cheryl Repetti

Jackson Charged with Two Bank Robberies

Jackson Charged with Two Bank Robberies

Chantilly Needs Volunteers for All-Night Grad Party

Chantilly Needs Volunteers for All-Night Grad Party

Boating Safety Not Optional

Alcohol and water mix only in a glass, not driving a boat.

Boating Safety Not Optional

Suttles Pleads Guilty to Thefts from UPS

Suttles Pleads Guilty to Thefts from UPS

Meet Lord Fairfax Lorenzo Vaughan

Preacher Lorenzo Vaughan is active in developing Compton Road area.

Meet Lord Fairfax Lorenzo Vaughan

Chantilly Wins 'Best Play'

At the Cappies, Centreville, Chantilly, Westfield win seven awards total.

Chantilly Wins 'Best Play'

Double Eagle

Springfield twins earn highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts.

Double Eagle

Candidates Pin Hopes on Left Shift

Two newcomers square off in June 12

Candidates Pin Hopes on Left Shift

Tuesday, May 29

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Three Days at Rolex

Vienna resident tells about her latest equestrian competition.

Three Days at Rolex

Community Notes

Community Notes

'Doing the Work of Angels'

CFS celebrates 35 years of caring for the severely disabled.

'Doing the Work of Angels'

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Beltway Getting HOT in ‘08?

Construction of high occupancy toll lanes on I-495 could begin next spring.

Beltway Getting HOT in ‘08?

Improving Pedestrian Network

RA approves "Reston on Foot" amendment.

Improving Pedestrian Network

Where the Wild Things Are

Fairfax Station resident joins growing trend with certified backyard Wildlife Habitat.

Where the Wild Things Are

Clifton Caboose Rolls into Town

Annual run includes two races for all ages.

Clifton Caboose Rolls into Town

Where the Wild Things Are

Fairfax Station resident joins growing trend with certified backyard Wildlife Habitat.

Where the Wild Things Are

Clifton Caboose Rolls into Town

Annual run includes two races for all ages.

Clifton Caboose Rolls into Town

Market Masters and Master Gardeners

Master Gardener Plant Clinic comes to McLean Farmer’s Market.

Market Masters and Master Gardeners

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

This Week in Potomac 5-30-07

This Week in Potomac 5-30-07

Health Notes

Health Notes

Loudoun Embraces Equestrian History, Future

Loudoun’s equestrian industry played a large role in forming the county’s culture.

Loudoun Embraces Equestrian History, Future

Market Masters and Master Gardeners

Master Gardener Plant Clinic comes to McLean Farmer’s Market.

Market Masters and Master Gardeners

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

A Day at Clemyjontri Park

Community Notes

Community Notes

Getting to Know …

Michael Abney-Hastings, 14th Earl of Loudoun

Getting to Know …

Where S.W.A.T. Teams Meet Bermuda Shorts

Third annual Backyard BBQ raises money, awareness for police foundation.

Where S.W.A.T. Teams Meet Bermuda Shorts

Temporary Turbo Charge

With this area company, customers ride like the rich and famous.

Temporary Turbo Charge

Temporary Turbo Charge

With this area company, customers ride like the rich and famous.

Temporary Turbo Charge

Cantering Through the County

Owning a horse isn’t always a prerequisite for riding one.

Cantering Through the County

Art Glass

Sterling Artist Fuses Glass to Make Art

Art Glass

Calendar: May 30-June 5

Calendar: May 30-June 5

Just Don't Call It Trendy

New Majestic still has the same old comforts.

Just Don't Call It Trendy

Temporary Turbo Charge

With this area company, customers ride like the rich and famous.

Temporary Turbo Charge

Seniors Go Cruisin’ in the Park

Seniors Go Cruisin’ in the Park

Where S.W.A.T. Teams Meet Bermuda Shorts

Third annual Backyard BBQ raises money, awareness for police foundation.

Where S.W.A.T. Teams Meet Bermuda Shorts

Just Don't Call It Trendy

New Majestic still has the same old comforts.

Just Don't Call It Trendy

Wheels Are Turning in Arlington

Wheels Are Turning in Arlington

Simon Blasts RA on Reserve

Is need for desired facilities greater than need for large reserve?

Simon Blasts RA on Reserve

Tribute to Those Who Died

In Great Falls Memorial Day ceremony, residents reminded that "freedom isn’t free."

Tribute to Those Who Died

Running for Sterling Seat

Delgaudio seeks the Republican nomination for a third term as Sterling’s representative.

Running for Sterling Seat

Race for Dulles

Jeyanathan seeks the Republican nomination for the Dulles District seat.

Race for Dulles

Race for Dulles

Snow seeks the Republican nomination for the board’s Dulles District seat.

Race for Dulles

Running For Sterling Seat

Hidy looks to be the new Sterling supervisor.

Running For Sterling Seat

Learning Virtues Through Drama

Vienna’s Blue Planet Theatre teaches area children universal virtues.

Learning Virtues Through Drama

Sheriff’s Office Retires 52-Year-Old Jail

State-of-the-Art Facility Replaces Leesburg Jail

Sheriff’s Office Retires 52-Year-Old Jail

Time to Get Fooled

Briar Woods High School presents Neil Simon’s "Fools."

Time to Get Fooled

Windy Start to Concert Series

The Summer Concerts on the Green will begin each Sunday evening at 6 p.m. through July 8.

Windy Start to Concert Series

Henderson Gets June Hearing

Man accused of embezzling reward fund motions for plea withdrawal.

Henderson Gets June Hearing

Beating the Sophomore Slump

Freedom High School expands drama program, takes on challenging production

Beating the Sophomore Slump

Good News for Pit Bulls

Animal Care and Control Rethinks Stance on Pit Bulls

Good News for Pit Bulls

Middle School Celebrates Namesake

Local middle school honors 100th birthday of environmentalist Rachel Carson.

Middle School Celebrates Namesake

Mixed Reaction on Immigration Proposal

Community responds to bipartisan Senate compromise to reform immigration.

Mixed Reaction on Immigration Proposal

Honoring Soldiers, Past and Present

Loudoun honors its soldiers during Memorial Day ceremony.

Honoring Soldiers, Past and Present

One Year, 1,000 More to Remember

American Legion McLean Post 270 honors members of America’s armed services at annual Memorial Day service.

One Year, 1,000 More to Remember

Wayside's Way

Wayside's Way

On Stage: Cooperation

Beverly Farms fifth-graders stage an opera and learn the pitfalls and rewards of teamwork.

On Stage: Cooperation

Family, Friends, Neighbors Chip-in for Cure

Vienna Relay gains momentum ahead of June 9 event.

Family, Friends, Neighbors Chip-in for Cure

Sultans of Stage

8th Annual Cappies gala held Sunday at The Kennedy Center.

Sultans of Stage

Swift Water, Fast Rescues

Summer marks the peak season for rescues along the Potomac River.

Swift Water, Fast Rescues

Senior Grows Up Fast, Beats the Odds

Castillo Keeps Family Together and Keeps Her Grades Up

Senior Grows Up Fast, Beats the Odds

Developer Addresses Interchange Worries

Miller and Smith meets with residents to discuss plans for new Route 7 interchange.

Developer Addresses Interchange Worries

Resolve for a Resolution

Cold Spring’s Model U.N. teaches students science, current events, international affairs and plenty of diplomacy.

Resolve for a Resolution

Traditional Hang Up

World War II Vet Danny Harris continues his flag-hanging tradition on MacArthur Boulevard.

Traditional Hang Up

Center Serves Uninsured

Health Center Opens Doors with Community’s Help

Center Serves Uninsured

They Help Those in Need

County Human Rights Commission presents annual awards.

They Help Those in Need

Day of Remembrance

Day of Remembrance

Smoking Banned at RA Facilities

Smoking Banned at RA Facilities

A Little Horsing Around

A Little Horsing Around

Senior Wins State Award

Lauren Skillman receives Knights of Columbus honor.

Senior Wins State Award

Garden To Survive Another Year

Garden To Survive Another Year

Monday, May 28

Faith Notes May 30-June 5

Faith Notes May 30-June 5

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Schools May 31-June 6

Schools May 31-June 6

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Calendar May 30-June 5

Calendar May 30-June 5

Tax Credits Approved For Potomac Yard Fire Station

Tax Credits Approved For Potomac Yard Fire Station

Faith Notes May 31-June 6

Faith Notes May 31-June 6

Faith Notes May 31-June 6

Faith Notes May 31-June 6

Senior Living May 31-June 5

Senior Living May 31-June 5

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Schools May 31-June 6

Schools May 31-June 6

School Notes May 31-June 5

School Notes May 31-June 5

Health & Fitness May 30-June 5

Health & Fitness May 30-June 5

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Health & Fitness May 31-June 6

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Business Notes May 31-June 6

Civic Calendar May 30-June 5

Civic Calendar May 30-June 5

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Obit: Norris Cleveland Dockins

Getting To Know... Greg Duncan-Peters

This Potomac resident honors his father every Memorial Day with a bagpipe salute.

Getting To Know... Greg Duncan-Peters

Fine Arts May 30-June 5

Fine Arts May 30-June 5

A Sonnet, I Say

Arlingtonians revive a lost poetry genre at a local library.

A Sonnet, I Say

Fine Arts May 31-June 6

Fine Arts May 31-June 6

Fine Arts May 31-June 6

Fine Arts May 31-June 6

Calendar May 31-June 6

Calendar May 31-June 6

Kozloff To Leave Alexandria Hospital

Inova Alexandria is Northern Virginia's second largest hospital; City's largest employer.

Kozloff To Leave Alexandria Hospital

Calendar May 31-June 6

Calendar May 31-June 6

Week In Arlington

Week In Arlington

The OId World In The Old Dominion

An ambassador gives W-L students a lesson on Europe.

The OId World In The Old Dominion

Boating Safety Is Not Optional

Alcohol and water mix only in a glass not driving a boat.

Boating Safety Is Not Optional

West Nile Virus Found In Mt.Vernon District

West Nile Virus Found In Mt.Vernon District

A Ninety Year Adventure

Three careers of flying high beats "working for a living"

A Ninety Year Adventure

New Fort Belvoir Housing a Hit with Residents

Army housing privatization project continues bringing modern homes on-line for military families.

New Fort Belvoir Housing a Hit with Residents

Pedestrian Dies in Fatal Crash

Pedestrian Dies in Fatal Crash

Getting to Know ... Linda Waller

Getting to Know ... Linda Waller

Wales Watching

An exhibit detailing Welsh culture comes to Marymount.

Wales Watching

Sunday, May 27

Falcons Fly Another District Banner

Briar Woods boys tennis team wins school's second Dulles District title.

Falcons Fly Another District Banner

Thursday, May 24

Getting to Know...

Steven F. Hirsch

Getting to Know...

School Superintendent Dumped

Divided School Board members vote to not renew Rebecca Perry’s contract.

School Superintendent Dumped

Wednesday, May 23

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Health Notes

Health Notes

Ogre and Out?

Film Review

Ogre and Out?

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Calendar

Calendar

Singing, Acting, Dancing

Madison students create memorable show.

Singing, Acting, Dancing

Scrapping for a Rematch

Greg Galligan hopes to challenge incumbent Jay O'Brien for the second time.

Scrapping for a Rematch

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Russells Are Honored for Decades of Service

Russells Are Honored for Decades of Service

Jazz and Pizzazz at Chantilly High

Jazz and Pizzazz at Chantilly High

Mortarboard Day at Patriot Center

George Mason University conducts 40th annual spring commencement.

Mortarboard Day at Patriot Center

County To Clamp Big Boxes

County will require Special Exception for stores over 80,000 square feet.

County To Clamp Big Boxes

Take the ‘A’ Train

Springfield resident balances law, jazz music.

Take the ‘A’ Train

Students And UCM Join Forces

UCM's thrift store has something for everyone

Students And UCM Join Forces

Arts Center Finds New Dance Partner

Mikhail Baryshnikov visits Lorton Workhouse Arts Center to consider a partnership.

Arts Center Finds New Dance Partner

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

New Family Shelter On Track

Kate Hanley Family Shelter to open in early August.

New Family Shelter On Track

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

New Family Shelter On Track

Kate Hanley Family Shelter to open in early August.

New Family Shelter On Track

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Business Notes

Business Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Getting to Know …

Michael Hennesy

Getting to Know …

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

E.C. Lawrence Park Celebrates 25th Anniversary

E.C. Lawrence Park Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Talking Baseball

Artist Profile

Talking Baseball

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Rocking Rockville

Annual Hometown Holidays event is this weekend in Rockville.

Rocking Rockville

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Theater

Theater

Purchasing Public Schools

City of Fairfax to buy county school property.

Purchasing Public Schools

Chantilly Choir Presents Concert

Select Women's Choir Performs at Ox Hill Baptist Church.

Chantilly Choir Presents Concert

Business Notes

Business Notes

Grand Jury Indicts Local People

Grand Jury Indicts Local People

County To Clamp Big Boxes

County will require Special Exception for stores over 80,000 square feet.

County To Clamp Big Boxes

Fairfax To Clamp Big Boxes

County will require Special Exception for stores over 80,000 square feet.

Fairfax To Clamp Big Boxes

Take the ‘A’ Train

Springfield resident balances law, jazz music.

Take the ‘A’ Train

Officers Honored for Making Difference

MADD and ASAP reward local law enforcement for efforts against drunk driving.

Officers Honored for Making Difference

15,000 Miles in a Plastic Car

Clifton's John Lovejoy is taking a road trip from Germany to Cambodia.

15,000 Miles in a Plastic Car

Take the ‘A’ Train

Springfield resident balances law, jazz music.

Take the ‘A’ Train

Lockdown at Willow Springs Elementary

Police respond after shots fired nearby.

Lockdown at Willow Springs Elementary

Students, UCM Join Forces

UCM's thrift store has something for everyone

Students, UCM Join Forces

Students and UCM Join Forces

UCM's thrift store has something for everyone

Students and UCM Join Forces

Fairfax To Clamp Big Boxes

County will require Special Exception for stores over 80,000 square feet.

Fairfax To Clamp Big Boxes

Mortarboard Day at Patriot Center

George Mason University conducts 40th annual spring commencement.

Mortarboard Day at Patriot Center

Take the ‘A’ Train

Springfield resident balances law, jazz music.

Take the ‘A’ Train

Take the ‘A’ Train

Springfield resident balances law, jazz music.

Take the ‘A’ Train

A Little Taste of India in Centreville

A Little Taste of India in Centreville

Taking Public Service to Next Level

George Barker runs in Democratic primary for 39th District Senate seat.

Taking Public Service to Next Level

Creel Is Given Probation, Suspended Jail Sentence

Creel Is Given Probation, Suspended Jail Sentence

Where Will the Ducks Go?

Sully District decides to drain Virginia Run Pond

Where Will the Ducks Go?

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Retiring Postal Clerk Frye is Honored

Retiring Postal Clerk Frye is Honored

Transportation Secy. Homer Excited about Road Ahead

Discusses new projects, Dulles Rail, at DATA dinner.

Transportation Secy. Homer Excited about Road Ahead

'Once Upon a Mattress'

Rocky Run Middle presents musical comedy.

'Once Upon a Mattress'

Arts Center Finds New Dance Partner

Mikhail Baryshnikov visits Lorton Workhouse Arts Center to consider a partnership.

Arts Center Finds New Dance Partner

Tuesday, May 22

Faith Notes May 23-30

Faith Notes May 23-30

Schools May 23-30

Schools May 23-30

Alexandria Bulletin May 23-30

Alexandria Bulletin May 23-30

Civic Calendar May 23-30

Civic Calendar May 23-30

Fine Art May 23-30

Fine Art May 23-30

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Dominion Stage mounts intriguing chamber musical.

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Picture Book

Yorktown students display their photographs around town.

Picture Book

Armenian Authenticity

Annual festival ups the ante for cuisine.

Armenian Authenticity

Faith May 23-30

Faith May 23-30

Model for Nonprofits

Reston Interfaith recognized for service to community.

Model for Nonprofits

An End, A Beginning

Marymount undergrads go forth into the world.

An End, A Beginning

Kinetic Sculpture

Marco Rando exhibits art at GRACE.

Kinetic Sculpture

Council Notebook

Council Notebook

Focusing on DUI

MADD and ASAP reward local law enforcement for efforts against drunk driving.

Focusing on DUI

General Remembered

Wesley United Methodist Church community mourns loss of Army Major General Jack Albright.

General Remembered

Aiming High for Gun Control

Advocates against gun violence mobilize for stricter laws.

Aiming High for Gun Control

Back in the Saddle

Clifton Saddlery, snatched from the jaws of death, prepares for grand reopening.

Back in the Saddle

Calendar May 23-30

Calendar May 23-30

School Notes May 23-30

School Notes May 23-30

Alexandria Bulletin May 23-30

Alexandria Bulletin May 23-30

Health & Fitness May 23-30

Health & Fitness May 23-30

Schools May 23-30

Schools May 23-30

Community Notes

Community Notes

Obit:Cecil Roger Hensley Dies

Obit:Cecil Roger Hensley Dies

Obit: Corinne Montgomery Scott Dies

Obit: Corinne Montgomery Scott Dies

Neighbors: Taylor Run May 23-30

Neighbors: Taylor Run May 23-30

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Obit:Cecil Roger Hensley Dies

Obit:Cecil Roger Hensley Dies

Obit: Corinne Montgomery Scott Dies

Obit: Corinne Montgomery Scott Dies

Neighbors: Taylor Run May 23-30

Neighbors: Taylor Run May 23-30

Angels in Our Midst

Angels in Our Midst

Calendar: May 23-29

Calendar: May 23-29

Calendar May 23-30

Calendar May 23-30

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Dominion Stage mounts intriguing chamber musical.

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Fine Arts May 23-30

Fine Arts May 23-30

Calendar May 23-30

Calendar May 23-30

'2 Guys, 2 Guitars, Too Many Beers'

Chris Gantzer and Russ Groover prepare for summer fun.

'2 Guys, 2 Guitars, Too Many Beers'

'2 Guys, 2 Guitars, Too Many Beers'

Chris Gantzer and Russ Groover prepare for summer fun.

'2 Guys, 2 Guitars, Too Many Beers'

Finding the Devil Inside

In a career of nefarious characters, Marc Kudisch adds a Signature performance.

Finding the Devil Inside

Filmbaking With Substance

Film Review

Filmbaking With Substance

Armenian Authenticity

Annual festival ups the ante for cuisine.

Armenian Authenticity

The Thrill of Dill in Ashburn

The Thrill of Dill in Ashburn

Alexandria’s Memorial Day Jazz Fest Turns 30

With military in mind, music takes on extra meaning.

Alexandria’s Memorial Day Jazz Fest Turns 30

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Dominion Stage mounts intriguing chamber musical.

A Cemetery Makes 'A Fine Place'

Alexandria’s Memorial Day Jazz Fest Turns 30

With military in mind, music takes on extra meaning.

Alexandria’s Memorial Day Jazz Fest Turns 30

Life is Good

Jakes of Old Town opened in March, filling lower King Street with life.

Life is Good

Honoring the Past, Present and Future

Loudoun and its residents celebrate the county’s 250th anniversary.

Honoring the Past, Present and Future

Then Let Them Smash Cake

Morgan Taylor and his cartoon creation Gustafer Yellowgold come to the Jammin’ Java.

Then Let Them Smash Cake

Fine Arts May 23-30

Fine Arts May 23-30

Temporary Turbo Charge

With this area company, customers ride like the rich and famous.

Temporary Turbo Charge

Night & Day at Nottoway: May 23

Night & Day at Nottoway: May 23

Choosing Candidates Tricky Business

Choosing Candidates Tricky Business

Narrowing the Field

County selects five government center projects to move forward.

Narrowing the Field

Both Sides Pack Air Board Hearing

PEPCO and DOE discuss Mirant’s necessity.

Both Sides Pack Air Board Hearing

Race for Broad Run

Ryan draws on past experience for leadership.

Race for Broad Run

Impacting Youth through Camp

Road D.A.W.G. Campers Say No to Gangs

Impacting Youth through Camp

Girl Admits to False Report

Report of rape false.

Girl Admits to False Report

Zumba for a Cause

Sully Elementary School Parents Meringue for Money

Zumba for a Cause

Board Considers Bike Helmet Ordinance

Safety issues, personal choice debate by the board.

Board Considers Bike Helmet Ordinance

Young Writer Receives Children’s Book Award

Oakton High senior awarded for addressing topics of tolerance, diversity to children.

Young Writer Receives Children’s Book Award

A Comforting Cemetery

Families of fallen soldiers find comfort in each other at Arlington National Cemetery’s Section 60.

A Comforting Cemetery

Driving Through Time

Rows of antique and collector’s automobiles take car show visitors back in time.

Driving Through Time

Phillips Wins Senate Primary

New Republican nominee to face incumbent Sen. Mark Herring (D-33) in November.

Phillips Wins Senate Primary

Survey Says …

Great Falls 2020 Vision survey reveals desire for upgraded Village Center but preservation of semi-rural community character.

Survey Says …

Racing to Raise Funds

Local groups pursue original ways of raising Relay for Life funds.

Racing to Raise Funds

Angels in Our Midst

Angels in Our Midst

Women Helping Women in Business

South Riding group provides support, referrals to women in business.

Women Helping Women in Business

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Memorial Day Ceremony at

Memorial Day Ceremony at

Judge Dismisses Zurn Case

Assault and battery case against county treasurer over.

Judge Dismisses Zurn Case

High Cost of Homes Drives Young Teachers Out

Loudoun Lacks Affordable Housing

High Cost of Homes Drives Young Teachers Out

Vendor Error Triggers Retest

Students Experience Computer Glitch During SOLs

Vendor Error Triggers Retest

Race for Broad Run

Waters takes nonpartisan approach

Race for Broad Run

Life in Escape

Great Falls resident Bob Fifer shares business and life lessons learned in his new book "The Enlightened CEO."

Life in Escape

Soccer Field or Nature Conservancy?

More residents speak out against ball field proposal, Council continues discussion without addressing their concerns.

Soccer Field or Nature Conservancy?

Second Search for Day Labor Operator

New request includes spending town money.

Second Search for Day Labor Operator

Taxing Solutions

HomeWork Solutions Makes Nanny Taxes Easy

Taxing Solutions

Rolling Through Skate Park Possibilities

List of potential sites for Herndon skate park narrowed to two.

Rolling Through Skate Park Possibilities

Attractive Place for Active Seniors

Cascades Attracts More and More Seniors

Attractive Place for Active Seniors

Aiming High for Gun Control

Advocates against gun violence mobilize for stricter laws.

Aiming High for Gun Control

Summer Concerts in Great Falls

Concerts on the Green open Sunday at the Great Falls Village Centre.

Summer Concerts in Great Falls

Arcola Retail Heads to Board

Separated portion of the Arcola Center includes 12 retailers.

Arcola Retail Heads to Board

Young Writer Receives Children's Book Award

Herndon resident awarded for addressing topics of tolerance, diversity to children.

Young Writer Receives Children's Book Award

Funding Future Projects

More than $5 million in deferred projects addressed.

Funding Future Projects

Creel Given Probation

Potomac man receives suspended jail sentence after pleading guilty to electronic solicitation of a minor.

Creel Given Probation

Life in Escape

Great Falls resident Bob Fifer shares business and life lessons learned in his new book "The Enlightened CEO."

Life in Escape

Theirs for the Asking

Churchill Prom ’07

Theirs for the Asking

A Beautiful Day at The Races

Getting Around

A Beautiful Day at The Races

Officers Honored

MADD and ASAP reward local law enforcement for efforts against drunk driving.

Officers Honored

Sale for ‘Cemetery Club’

Sale for ‘Cemetery Club’

Townhouse Fire Kills Lorton Woman

Townhouse Fire Kills Lorton Woman

MCA To Hold Annnual Meeting

MCA To Hold Annnual Meeting

Jam Session

Potomac United Methodist’s 17th annual Strawberry Festival raises proceeds for charity.

Jam Session

This Week in Potomac 5-23-07

This Week in Potomac 5-23-07

McLean Day Celebrates Community Spirit

For McLean Day participants, old an young alike, last Saturday was just "a beautiful day."

McLean Day Celebrates Community Spirit

Responding to Community Needs

Reston police officers choose operations according to citizen input.

Responding to Community Needs

Increasing The Melting Pot

Mount Vernon Estate hosts naturalization ceremony.

Increasing The Melting Pot

Treats for All

Strut Your Mutt Festival benefits B-CC Rescue Squad.

Treats for All

Students And UCM Join Forces

UCM's thrift store has something for everyone.

Students And UCM Join Forces

Increasing The Melting Pot

Mount Vernon Estate hosts naturalization ceremony.

Increasing The Melting Pot

Council Campaigns Launch

Democratic caucus hopefuls stake out positions on issues facing the city.

Council Campaigns Launch

MADD Honors Officers

MADD and ASAP reward local law enforcement for efforts against drunk driving.

MADD Honors Officers

Wider I-66 Moves Forward

A group of local politicians approves a controversial plan to widen a local freeway.

Wider I-66 Moves Forward

Aiming High for Gun Control

Advocates against gun violence mobilize for stricter laws.

Aiming High for Gun Control

ViVa! Vienna! Kicks Off Summer

ViVa! Vienna! Kicks Off Summer

General Remembered

Wesley United Methodist Church community mourns loss of Army Major General Jack Albright.Wesley United Methodist Church community mourns loss of Army Major General Jack Albright.

General Remembered

Story of a Survivor

Eighth-grader's art project brings Holocaust survivor from Los Angeles to St. Bernadette.

Story of a Survivor

Timber!

Burke Centre felled trees cause unsightly view.

Timber!

Family Fun at Springfield Days

Annual festival is scheduled for June 2 and 3.

Family Fun at Springfield Days

Racing for Cure

Survivors and supporters for Reston Relay for Life.

Racing for Cure

Monday, May 21

Local Veterans Gear Up For Memorial Day

Local Veterans Gear Up For Memorial Day

High School Cons

Scam artists claiming to be local high school students came to Avenel last week and have been reported in D.C. and McLean.

High School Cons

Saturday, May 19

Impromptu Election

Candidates emerge and jockey for position as the July 17 special election nears.

Impromptu Election

Thursday, May 17

Cappies Review: ’On the Town’ at Thomas

Cappies Review: ’On the Town’ at Thomas

Wednesday, May 16

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Stezin's latest at Charter is thought-provoking and fascinating.

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Making Green on the Greens

Local author chronicles the history of betting in golf.

Making Green on the Greens

What’s the Dewey Decimal Number for Anchovies?

What’s the Dewey Decimal Number for Anchovies?

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Theater

Theater

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Gunning for Change?

Gunning for Change?

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Pick Up the Pace?

Some say City Council should change its slow-paced tempo if it wants to redevelop Fairfax Boulevard.

Pick Up the Pace?

Son Faces Grand Jury in Mother’s Murder

Murder case against son proceeds to Fairfax County Circuit Court.

Son Faces Grand Jury in Mother’s Murder

Remembering a 'House of Another Chance'

Historic marker unveiled on former site of Ivakota Farm.

Remembering a 'House of Another Chance'

Health Notes

Health Notes

Honor Across Route One

Police Unity Bike Tour nears final stop with a celebratory picnic at Fort Hunt Park.

Honor Across Route One

Pat Herrity Runs for Supervisor

Pat Herrity vies for Springfield seat of retiring Elaine McConnell.

Pat Herrity Runs for Supervisor

Competition Breath of Fresh Air

Inova Fairfax Hospital's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Hosts Lung Games for past and present patients.Inova Fairfax Hospital's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Hosts Lung Games for past and present

Competition Breath of Fresh Air

Health Notes

Health Notes

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Chantilly Firecats Win Third State Cup Tourney

Chantilly Firecats Win Third State Cup Tourney

Westfield Awards Cappies Medallions

Nominees are honored in special ceremony.

Westfield Awards Cappies Medallions

Distinguishing Differences

Republican candidates for Springfield District Supervisor try to set themselves apart.

Distinguishing Differences

Firefighters at the ‘Scene’

Firefighters at the ‘Scene’

Distinguishing Differences

Republican candidates for Springfield District Supervisor try to set themselves apart.

Distinguishing Differences

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

GSA site and mass transit equal commuter relief.

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

Culinary Students Win Medals at States

Chef Doubleday's students compete next at nationals.

Culinary Students Win Medals at States

Service above Self

Sowell serves with Fairfax's Rotary and Apple FCU.

Service above Self

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Getting to Know......

Malcom and Marjorie Stringer

Getting to Know......

FISH Catches Commnunity Support

Gala raises funds to help those in need.

FISH Catches Commnunity Support

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Making Green on the Greens

Local author chronicles the history of betting in golf.

Making Green on the Greens

Calendar

Calendar

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Stezin's latest at Charter is thought-provoking and fascinating.

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Stezin's latest at Charter is thought-provoking and fascinating.

Memorable Out of Body Experience

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Loudoun Theater Notes

Loudoun Theater Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

That Classic Taste

Annual Taste of Arlington attracts some new faces.

That Classic Taste

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Business Notes

Business Notes

Service above Self

Sowell serves with Fairfax's Rotary and Apple FCU.

Service above Self

New Hotel is Planned for Chantilly

New Hotel is Planned for Chantilly

Verbatim

Verbatim

Making a Project U-Turn?

City contemplates proposal to change course of a VDOT project that could impact nearby shopping center.

Making a Project U-Turn?

Church To Expand Beyond City

One God Ministry plans to build church in the Springfield District.

Church To Expand Beyond City

Mental Health Services Take Center Stage

Ken Cuccinelli and Janet Oleszak Respond

Mental Health Services Take Center Stage

Distinguishing Differences

Republican candidates for Springfield District Supervisor try to set themselves apart.

Distinguishing Differences

In their Own Words

O'Brien, Galligan, Barker Respond

In their Own Words

Providence District Ready for Debate

Democratic candidates to meet in only debate before June 12 primary.

Providence District Ready for Debate

Caputo: 'We Must Close Loopholes'

House of Delegates — District 67

Caputo: 'We Must Close Loopholes'

Get 'Em Fresh

Wakefield Farmers Market kicks off 2007 season.

Get 'Em Fresh

Service above Self

Sowell serves with Fairfax's Rotary and Apple FCU.

Service above Self

Will Work for Free

More than 100 volunteers recognized for community service at annual Volunteer Fairfax Service Awards.

Will Work for Free

Culinary Students Take Medals at States

Chef Doubleday's students compete next at nationals.

Culinary Students Take Medals at States

Culinary Students Take Gold Medals at States

Chef Doubleday's students compete next at nationals.

Culinary Students Take Gold Medals at States

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

GSA site and mass transit equal commuter relief.

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

Distinguishing Differences

Republican candidates for Springfield District Supervisor try to set themselves apart.

Distinguishing Differences

'I Remember Walney' — Mildred DeBell Recalls E.C. Lawrence Park

'I Remember Walney' — Mildred DeBell Recalls E.C. Lawrence Park

In Case of Emergency …

Local fire and rescue personnel rehearse disaster response.

In Case of Emergency …

Week in Great Falls

Week in Great Falls

Competition Breath of Fresh Air

Inova Fairfax Hospital's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Hosts Lung Games for past and present patients.

Competition Breath of Fresh Air

Service above Self

Sowell serves with Fairfax's Rotary and Apple FCU.

Service above Self

Cuccinelli Talks Roads, New Laws

Burke Centre residents discuss transportation and mental health with state senator.

Cuccinelli Talks Roads, New Laws

Service above Self

Sowell serves with Fairfax's Rotary and Apple FCU.

Service above Self

Stan Reid: On the Bus

Candidate rides buses, knocks on doors to get message out.

Stan Reid: On the Bus

New Family Shelter Is Right on Track

Scheduled to open in early August.

New Family Shelter Is Right on Track

Sickles Launches Re-election Bid

Springfield delegate seeks third term.

Sickles Launches Re-election Bid

McConnell Endorses Herrity

Retiring supervisor sees son of former chairman as ‘capable’ successor.

McConnell Endorses Herrity

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

GSA site and mass transit equal commuter relief.

Warehouse Site Enters BRAC Equation

Teen is Indicted on Robbery Charges

Teen is Indicted on Robbery Charges

Get Ready for Jazz and Pizzazz

21st annual band and choral extravaganza at Chantilly High.

Get Ready for Jazz and Pizzazz

Roundups

Roundups

Residents Welcome New Landmark

Vienna Town Green seen as “an oasis in town’s busy life.”

Residents Welcome New Landmark

Cuccinelli Talks Roads, New Laws

Burke Centre residents discuss transportation and mental health with state senator.

Cuccinelli Talks Roads, New Laws

Tuesday, May 15

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Teachers Win Cash Prize

Foundation Recognizes Top Teachers

Teachers Win Cash Prize

From 400 to 400

Long-lost community was Virginia’s center of power from 1200 until it was abandoned in 1609.

From 400 to 400

Time Well Spent

Loudoun Care Teams Up with Claude Moore, Teens to Make Free Time Mean Something

Time Well Spent

Policing Provides Prevention

Community deputies provide important liaison for residents, families.

Policing Provides Prevention

Council Notebook

Council Notebook

Beltway Traffic Changes Ahead This Summer

Freedmen's Cemetery Memorial process outlined.

Beltway Traffic Changes Ahead This Summer

Providence Prepares for Debate

Democratic candidates to meet in only debate before June 12 primary.

Providence Prepares for Debate

Artists On Display

Members of Great Falls Studios entertain local residents with demonstrations of their craft.

Artists On Display

Traffic, Development Changes Transform Area

Number of cars that pass through Vienna on an average day is more than twice the town’s population.

Traffic, Development Changes Transform Area

Old Traditions, New Location

America's Cup of Polo holds inaugural event at Morven Park.

Old Traditions, New Location

Cyclists Bike for a Cure

MS Society Hosts 25th Bike Ride

Cyclists Bike for a Cure

Raising Roofs, Raising Awareness

Shell station fund-raiser supports Fisher House Foundation for U.S. troops.

Raising Roofs, Raising Awareness

Group Pushes for Parking on County Property

Planner discusses Lake Anne recommendations with community group.

Group Pushes for Parking on County Property

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Calendar: May 16-22

Calendar: May 16-22

Feel the Roar

Fairfax Harley Davidson dealership sponsors ninth annual Ride of the Patriots in conjunction with the larger Rolling Thunder event in Washington.

Feel the Roar

Debate to the (un)Death

Film Review

Debate to the (un)Death

Filmbaking With Substance

Film Revie

Filmbaking With Substance

Night & Day at Nottoway

Night & Day at Nottoway

Visions of Dream Pools

Custom designed pools prove a creative guard against summer heat.

Visions of Dream Pools

Dance Therapy

Sterling Seniors Dance their Aches and Pains Away

Dance Therapy

Making Memorable Music, More Money

The Loudoun Summer Music Fest kicks off June 3 at the Belmont Country Club.

Making Memorable Music, More Money

House Approves Indian Recognition

Moran’s longstanding quest finally meets approval in House, heads to Senate.

House Approves Indian Recognition

Parents Zumba for PTO Funds

Sully PTO Sponsors Zumba-thon

Parents Zumba for PTO Funds

Board Minority Shunned

School Board chairman’s meeting with the superintendent prompts controversy.

Board Minority Shunned

Funding the Future

Scholarship Fund hands over $350,000 to more than 200 students.

Funding the Future

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Pot Melts at Wolftrap Elementary

School showcases own international flavor.

Pot Melts at Wolftrap Elementary

240 Pints, 720 Lives

Langley Science Honor Society breaks INOVA blood donation record at most recent blood drive.

240 Pints, 720 Lives

McGimsey to Face Tulloch

Democrat Andrea McGimsey will run against incumbent Republican for Potomac seat.

McGimsey to Face Tulloch

Handing Down Huntley Meadows

Park's first and only manager retires after 30 years.

Handing Down Huntley Meadows

A Community's Transfer

Broadland and Southern Walk residents upset over lack of representation on HOA board.

A Community's Transfer

Commercial Center in Process

Neighbors have mixed feelings about proposed 21,000-square-foot office building on Walker Road.

Commercial Center in Process

Inspring Hope for the Future

National program works locally to encourage area children to succeed.

Inspring Hope for the Future

Happy Birthday, Guilford

Sterling School Turns 40

Happy Birthday, Guilford

Providing Shelter

Shelter Provides Hope to Homeless Women

Providing Shelter

Council OKs Smaller Budget

Allocation of skate park funds, increased sewer and water rates among approvals.

Council OKs Smaller Budget

From Farmlands to Metropolis

Long-time residents and local officials reflect on the future of McLean, Great Falls and Tysons Corner.

From Farmlands to Metropolis

Dentists Drill Parents on Dental Care

Addressing Pediatric Dental Needs

Dentists Drill Parents on Dental Care

Creating a Village

County begins to implement wraparound coordination program.

Creating a Village

Planning Ahead

Projects aimed at eliminating traffic flow through downtown Herndon preserve small commuter times.

Planning Ahead

McLean Day on Saturday

Local clubs, civic organizations, businesses, performers and residents prepare for the ever-popular ‘McLean Day.’

McLean Day on Saturday

Local Dancer To Train in Russia

Oak Hill resident Keenan Kampa, 18, selected for St. Petersburg ballet school.

Local Dancer To Train in Russia

Safety Center Opens

Dulles South center will house Fire and Rescue, Sheriff’s Office

Safety Center Opens

Rising Hope Church Founder Honored by Seminary

Church staff and volunteers share the spotlight.

Rising Hope Church Founder Honored by Seminary

Teens Charged with Fires

Two Middle-School Students Plead Guilty to Yorktown Fires

Teens Charged with Fires

First Airplanes, Now Helicopters

MCA moves on to helicopter noise complaints after success of aircraft noise abatement efforts.

First Airplanes, Now Helicopters

Beltway Traffic Changes Ahead This Summer

Freedmen's Cemetery Memorial process outlined.

Beltway Traffic Changes Ahead This Summer

240 Pints, 720 Lives

Langley Science Honor Society breaks INOVA blood donation record at most recent blood drive.

240 Pints, 720 Lives

Handing Down Huntley Meadows

Park's first and only manager retires after 30 years.

Handing Down Huntley Meadows

From Farmlands to Metropolis

Long-time residents and local officials reflect on the future of McLean, Great Falls and Tysons Corner.

From Farmlands to Metropolis

Critical Hours, Critical Spots

Things are likely to get worse before they get better.

Critical Hours, Critical Spots

ACVA Boat Tour Promotes National harbor

National Harbor could add 100,000 tourists annually to city.

ACVA Boat Tour Promotes National harbor

The Second Most Wonderful Time of the Year in McLean

Local clubs, civic organizations, businesses, performers and residents prepare for the ever-popular ‘McLean Day.’

The Second Most Wonderful Time of the Year in McLean

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

Buses, Trains and Mostly Automobiles

An estimate: rail line would be able to serve as many people as four lanes of traffic.

Buses, Trains and Mostly Automobiles

Williams Enters Supervisor Race

Williams Enters Supervisor Race

Once Upon a Time, There Was Rail in Reston

Long-time residents reflect on transportation in the past.

Once Upon a Time, There Was Rail in Reston

Projects To Change Landscape, Life

How will upcoming major transportation projects affect daily life in our communities?

Projects To Change Landscape, Life

’Tis the Season

Farmers Market opens at Lake Anne.

’Tis the Season

Williams Enters Hunter Mill Race

Williams Enters Hunter Mill Race

Monday, May 14

Faith May 17-23

Faith May 17-23

No Rain On This Parade

Arlington’s annual Neighborhood Day parade goes off without a hitch.

No Rain On This Parade

Faith Notes May 16-22

Faith Notes May 16-22

Obituary: Sarah Willis Dies

Obituary: Sarah Willis Dies

Obituary: Richard A. Jakopic Dies

Obituary: Richard A. Jakopic Dies

Faith Notes May 17-23

Faith Notes May 17-23

Schools May 16-23

Schools May 16-23

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Obituary: Sarah Willis Dies

Obituary: Sarah Willis Dies

Schools May 17-23

Schools May 17-23

Obit: Ruth Sazer Weissman Dies

Obit: Ruth Sazer Weissman Dies

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Obituary: Joel M. Woldman Dies

Obituary: Joel M. Woldman Dies

Obituary: Richard A. Jakopic Dies

Obituary: Richard A. Jakopic Dies

Obituary: Joel M. Woldman Dies

Obituary: Joel M. Woldman Dies

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Clubs & Organizations May 16-22

Senior Living May 16-22

Senior Living May 16-22

Ten Thousand Villages

Ten Thousand Villages

Civic Calendar May 16-22

Civic Calendar May 16-22

Calendar May 17-23

Calendar May 17-23

The Politics Of Comedy

The creator of The Daily Show mines the headlines for laughs in her stand-up act.

The Politics Of Comedy

Fine Arts May 16-22

Fine Arts May 16-22

Fine Arts May 16-22

Fine Arts May 16-22

Fine Arts May 17-23

Fine Arts May 17-23

Calendar May 17-23

Calendar May 17-23

Neighborhood in Focus: Nauck

This historic Arlington community rolls with the changes.

Neighborhood in Focus: Nauck

This Week in Potomac 5-16-07

This Week in Potomac 5-16-07

Bringing Home the Bacon

District 15 legislators discuss victories, defeats, and what’s ahead at the Maryland General Assembly.

Bringing Home the Bacon

A Different Collegiate Path

Local students gearing up for a career in the military.

A Different Collegiate Path

Sickles Launches Re-election Campaign

Sickles Launches Re-election Campaign

Task Force Gets Briefing

Full platter and limited funds face county human services.

Task Force Gets Briefing

A Tight Situation

Scotland asks for renovation or reconstruction to get a community center with more space.

A Tight Situation

Learning Kindness

Bells Mill make booklets to exchange with schoolchildren in Afghanistan.

Learning Kindness

Style of ‘07

Whitman Prom

Style of ‘07

Triumph in Tokyo

Churchill freshman becomes youngest Japan National Chess Champion in

Triumph in Tokyo

Boat Builder

Harrison named National Park Service’s national volunteer of the year for his efforts in bringing a canal boat back to Great.

Boat Builder

Born To Run

Arlington neighborhoods compete in a 10K race.

Born To Run

Former ACLU Head Indicted

Former ACLU Head Indicted

Getting To Know... Karen Bune

A local legal specialist reflects on her career.

Getting To Know... Karen Bune

Thursday, May 10

La Casa Bella

La Casa Bella

Arts Afire Glass Gallery

Arts Afire Glass Gallery

Dash's of Old Town

Dash's of Old Town

Eclectic Nature

Eclectic Nature

Eight Hands Round

Eight Hands Round

Bizim Collection

Bizim Collection

Council Abandons Target

Elected leaders vote to increase budget by 5.2 percent.

Council Abandons Target

Jaracanda Brazilian Furniture and Artifacts

Jaracanda Brazilian Furniture and Artifacts

Kosmos Designs and Ideas

Kosmos Designs and Ideas

La Cuisine — The Cook's Resource

La Cuisine — The Cook's Resource

Gossypia

Gossypia

Bachelor II Dolls and Bears

Bachelor II Dolls and Bears

Artfully Chocolate

Artfully Chocolate

MOM's- My Organic Market

MOM's- My Organic Market

Rocky Road to Kansas

Rocky Road to Kansas

Stems

Stems

BLT Shirt Printers, Inc.

BLT Shirt Printers, Inc.

Exotic Planterium

Card & Comic Collectorama

Exotic Planterium

Alexandria Pastry Shop & Catering Company

Alexandria Pastry Shop & Catering Company

Madeleine's Dogs

Madeleine's Dogs

Sacred Circle

Sacred Circle

Piaggio’s Loft

Piaggio’s Loft

La Muse: Gifts with Purpose

La Muse: Gifts with Purpose

Kit & Caboodle

Kit & Caboodle

The Hangar Aviation Specialties

The Hangar Aviation Specialties

Cleopatra's Closet

Cleopatra's Closet

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Wednesday, May 9

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Banana Tree

Banana Tree

Nature By Design

Nature By Design

Sports Plus

Sports Plus

Whistle Stop Hobbies

Whistle Stop Hobbies

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Signature premieres play about historic infanticide.

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Mt.Vernon To Offer Wine, Tours & Jazz

Mt.Vernon To Offer Wine, Tours & Jazz

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Burning Desire

Local cigar shops keep personalized service from going up in smoke.

Burning Desire

Health Notes

Health Notes

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Actively Concerned

Bradsher takes part in community education issues.

Actively Concerned

Actively Concerned

Bradsher takes part in community education issues.

Actively Concerned

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

E.C. Lawrence Park Marks 25th Anniversary

E.C. Lawrence Park Marks 25th Anniversary

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Tea and Politics

GOP women host first Membership Tea at Heart in Hand Restaurant.

Tea and Politics

Actively Concerned

Bradsher takes part in community education issues.

Actively Concerned

Getting to Know...

Alison Malmon

Getting to Know...

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

The Christmas Attic

The Christmas Attic

Health Notes

Health Notes

Real Estate

Real Estate

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Romance for the Senses

Romance for the Senses

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Chantilly DECA Team Honored

Chantilly DECA Team Honored

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

A Likely Story Childrens's Bookstore

A Likely Story Childrens's Bookstore

Apple Seed Maternity & Baby Boutique

Apple Seed Maternity & Baby Boutique

School Notes

School Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

People Notes

People Notes

Classic Glass Inc.

Classic Glass Inc.

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

National Capital Flag Company Inc.

National Capital Flag Company Inc.

Business Notes

Business Notes

Old Town Post Box Alexandria Independent Mailers

Old Town Post Box Alexandria Independent Mailers

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Volunteering

Volunteering

Mia Gemma

Mia Gemma

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Elizabeth Stone Gallery

Elizabeth Stone Gallery

Gallery West

Gallery West

Pacers Running Stores

Pacers Running Stores

People Notes

People Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Calendar

Calendar

Theater

Theater

Raw Artistic Talent

Lauren Miko’s colorful take on the art of sushi.

Raw Artistic Talent

Burning Desire

Local cigar shops keep personalized service from going up in smoke.

Burning Desire

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

Jack Sparrow for President?

Author explores a little-know pirate democracy in new book.

Jack Sparrow for President?

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Signature premieres play about historic infanticide.

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Calendar

Calendar

Symphony Mixes Voice & Video With Music

Concert Focuses On American Life

Symphony Mixes Voice & Video With Music

Symphony Mixes Voice & Video With Music

Concert Focuses On American Life

Symphony Mixes Voice & Video With Music

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Jack Sparrow for President?

Author explores a little-know pirate democracy in new book.

Jack Sparrow for President?

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Signature premieres play about historic infanticide.

Strong Foundation for 'Nest'

Raw Artistic Talent

Lauren Miko’s colorful take on the art of sushi.

Raw Artistic Talent

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

The Most Dangerous Game

Profile

The Most Dangerous Game

Loudoun Theater

Loudoun Theater

Many Steps to Health

North Springfield teachers, staff take part in healthy heart walking program.

Many Steps to Health

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Baby-Sitter's Husband Convicted of Murder

Jury recommends maximum sentence for murder of 21-month-old.

Baby-Sitter's Husband Convicted of Murder

Business Notes

Business Notes

Armel, Garbarino Remembered

400 people attend ceremony; memorials unveiled at Sully District Police Station.

Armel, Garbarino Remembered

A Gathering in Remembrance

Garbarino and Armel honored at candlelight vigil.

A Gathering in Remembrance

23 Cappie Nominations for Local High Schools

Chantilly gets 12; Westfield, 7; Centreville, 4.

23 Cappie Nominations for Local High Schools

Farmland in the City

Downtown Fairfax Coalition Farmer’s Market opens.

Farmland in the City

Police To Begin ICE Training

Police To Begin ICE Training

Actively Concerned

Bradsher takes part in community education issues.

Actively Concerned

Open for Business

Crosspointe Fire Station 41 opens its doors Monday, May 7.

Open for Business

Two Exciting Days with Royalty

Del. Vincent Callahan shares details of Her Majesty’s visit to Richmond, Williamsburg and Jamestown last week.

Two Exciting Days with Royalty

Open for Business

Crosspointe Fire Station 41 opens its doors Monday, May 7.

Open for Business

First Day Produce

Burke Farmers Market begins 2007 season at V.R.E. lot.

First Day Produce

Actively Concerned

Bradsher takes part in community education issues.

Actively Concerned

Season’s Greetings at Farmers’ Markets

Two farmers’ markets welcome shoppers with spring delights.

Season’s Greetings at Farmers’ Markets

Chip Shot for Charity

Golfers play a round to raise funds for National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Chip Shot for Charity

Drug Charge Sent to Grand Jury

Drug Charge Sent to Grand Jury

Angel Kisses Race Sunday, May 13

Helps families of children with cancer.

Angel Kisses Race Sunday, May 13

W&M Students Are Hokies Too

Field hockey team sells 3,000 T-shirts for memorial fund.

W&M Students Are Hokies Too

Building Beds for Lakota Tribe

Build beds for children on reservation.

Building Beds for Lakota Tribe

Clifton Homes Tour Is May 16-17

Clifton Homes Tour Is May 16-17

Tuesday, May 8

Senior Living May 10-16

Senior Living May 10-16

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Young Professionals Head to Southern Africa

Rotary Club sponsors group study exchange with southern Africa chapters.

Young Professionals Head to Southern Africa

Sheriff Gives Tentative ICE Support

Changes in ICE process could green light training program in the county.

Sheriff Gives Tentative ICE Support

Every Home Has a Story

Clifton Woman's Club offers Homes Tour, Marketplace May 16-17.

Every Home Has a Story

Community Notes

Community Notes

Civic Calendar May 10-16

Civic Calendar May 10-16

Convicted of Murder

Jury recommends maximum sentence for murder of 21-month-old.

Convicted of Murder

IAH's Project 2010 Gets $14 Million Boost

IAH's Project 2010 Gets $14 Million Boost

City to Consecrate Lost Cemetery

As the city prepares to rededicate the Freedman’s Cemetery, questions linger.

City to Consecrate Lost Cemetery

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Local residents demonstrate against President Bush’s Iraq decision.

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Hall Receives Maximum Punishment

Horne Sentences Hall to More Than 74 Years

Hall Receives Maximum Punishment

More than a 10-cent Tour

Historic Fairfax Homes Tour provides guests with inside look into way people live.

More than a 10-cent Tour

This Commute Avoids Traffic

Some local residents bike to work.

This Commute Avoids Traffic

Huhtala To Challenge Hudgins

Huhtala To Challenge Hudgins

BRAC Relocations — By the Numbers

Fort Belvoir commander tries to allay public fears.

BRAC Relocations — By the Numbers

Health & Fitness May 10-16

Health & Fitness May 10-16

'Bouquet of Ballet'

The Margaret Haddad Studio of Classical Ballet prepares for its 20th end-of-season performance at The Madeira School.

'Bouquet of Ballet'

Faith Notes May 10-16

Faith Notes May 10-16

Alexandria Bulletin May 10-16

Alexandria Bulletin May 10-16

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes May 10-16

Faith Notes May 10-16

Faith Notes May 10-16

Faith Notes May 10-16

Schools May 10-16

Schools May 10-16

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Health & Fitness May 10-16

Health & Fitness May 10-16

Health & Fitness May 10-16

Health & Fitness May 10-16

Schools May 10-16

Schools May 10-16

Business Notes May 10-15

Business Notes May 10-15

Community Notes

Community Notes

'Bouquet of Ballet'

The Margaret Haddad Studio of Classical Ballet prepares for its 20th end-of-season performance at The Madeira School.

'Bouquet of Ballet'

'Bouquet of Ballet'

The Margaret Haddad Studio of Classical Ballet prepares for its 20th end-of-season performance at The Madeira School.

'Bouquet of Ballet'

Alexandria Bulletin May 10-16

Alexandria Bulletin May 10-16

Business Notes May 10-16

Business Notes May 10-16

Obit: Ordell P. Olson Dies

Obit: Ordell P. Olson Dies

Community Notes

Community Notes

Business Notes May 10-16

Business Notes May 10-16

Obit: Ordell P. Olson Dies

Obit: Ordell P. Olson Dies

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Fine Art May 10-16

Fine Art May 10-16

Calendar May 10-16

Calendar May 10-16

Farm Life Means Hard Work

Farmers have the chance to show the work they do during spring farm tour.

Farm Life Means Hard Work

Calendar May 10-16

Calendar May 10-16

Fine Arts Scene

Fine Arts Scene

Kitchen Classroom

High school’s culinary arts program keeps visiting dignitaries well fed.

Kitchen Classroom

Rock-n-Roll Recital

Rock-n-Roll Recital

Calendar May-10-16

Calendar May-10-16

Now You're Playing with Turtle Power

Game Review

Now You're Playing with Turtle Power

Spider-Man Survives Tangled Web of Characters

Film Review

Spider-Man Survives Tangled Web of Characters

Fine Art May 10-16

Fine Art May 10-16

Night and Day at Nottoway

Night and Day at Nottoway

Sharing Medical Information

Regional group hopes to establish better system of communication between caregivers and patients.

Sharing Medical Information

Fine Art May 10-16

Fine Art May 10-16

Calendar: May 9-15

Calendar: May 9-15

An Early Mother’s Day

Burke hair salon provides a complimentary day of services to the mothers, wives and daughters of deployed American soldiers.

An Early Mother’s Day

BRAC Relocations — By the Numbers

Fort Belvoir commander tries to allay public fears.

BRAC Relocations — By the Numbers

Keeping the Past in Alexandria's Future

Historic preservation community wraps up two-day conference.

Keeping the Past in Alexandria's Future

Mirant Mural Presentation Draws Few

Artists' Web site adds fuel to Mirant controversy.

Mirant Mural Presentation Draws Few

Vice Mayor Resigns

Andrew Macdonald departs for ‘personal reasons.’

Vice Mayor Resigns

Fire Send Four To Hospitals

Fire Send Four To Hospitals

Public Hearing Scheduled On Mirant

Correspondence widens schism between Mirant, City And Moran.

Public Hearing Scheduled On Mirant

Keshet Child Development Center Relocates

Programs will continue in new Arlington location.

Keshet Child Development Center Relocates

It's Friday Night Live!

Town comes out in force for concert series’ premiere.

It's Friday Night Live!

Day of Service

More than 800 AOL employees volunteered for county nonprofits during the Greater DC Cares Servathon.

Day of Service

New Fire Station

Possible locations will be presented to Town Council on May 15.

New Fire Station

Emergency!

Dulles Airport holds an emergency drill.

Emergency!

Sheriff Releases Suspect Sketch

Authorities still investigating reported sexual assault.

Sheriff Releases Suspect Sketch

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

Learning to Live with New Lungs

At 15 months old, local child receives rare lung transplant.

Learning to Live with New Lungs

New Cost to Day Labor Site?

Plan to attract new site operators could cost town $13,500

New Cost to Day Labor Site?

Flowery Jungle Sprouts in Burke

Burke resident of nearly 70 years loves the azaleas that accent her property.

Flowery Jungle Sprouts in Burke

Residents Face Problems with HOA, Cable

Southern Walk residents are frustrated with developer-controlled HOA board and telecommunication services.

Residents Face Problems with HOA, Cable

Fitness Is Fun

Nonprofit after-school program teaches children about fitness and nutrition at an early age.

Fitness Is Fun

Former Redskin Dies In Sleep

Kevin Mitchell dies in home at age 36.

Former Redskin Dies In Sleep

Another Chance for Riverbend

Another Chance for Riverbend

In the Running

Party Candidate Lists Set

In the Running

Huhtala To Challenge Hudgins

Huhtala To Challenge Hudgins

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Local residents demonstrate against President Bush’s Iraq decision.

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Councilmembers Recognize Stern Code

Two members say Council should lighten up if it’s serious about redeveloping the city

Councilmembers Recognize Stern Code

Counselor Faces Charges

Former counselor charged for sexual relationship with teenage girl.

Counselor Faces Charges

Andrews, Phillips Meet in Debate

Candidates focus on transportation, safety.

Andrews, Phillips Meet in Debate

Life After Tech Tragedy

Former Park View Student Overcomes Injuries

Life After Tech Tragedy

Simpson, Ahlemann Debate

Simpson Revisits ICE in Time for Election

Simpson, Ahlemann Debate

Boundary Switch

School Board Adopts Forest Grove Attendance Boundaries

Boundary Switch

Taking First Step toward Richmond

Life, Experiences prepared Andrews for Senate.

Taking First Step toward Richmond

Boy Charged with Rachel Carson Food Tampering

Police apprehend 12-year-old for placement of pins, paper clips in cafeteria food.

Boy Charged with Rachel Carson Food Tampering

Firefighter for a Day

Local boy gets personal tour of fire station as thank you for donation to Police Unity Tour fund-raiser.

Firefighter for a Day

Town Votes to Retain Its Character

Incumbents highlight opposition to major redevelopment as key to victory.

Town Votes to Retain Its Character

Taking First Step toward Richmond

Phillips seeks to reach average voter.

Taking First Step toward Richmond

Every Home Has a Story

Clifton Woman's Club offers Homes Tour, Marketplace May 16-17.

Every Home Has a Story

Smith Will Not Seek Re-election

Smith Upset with School Board Politics

Smith Will Not Seek Re-election

Clinton's Lesson on Citizenship

Potomac School students celebrate $12 million donation by holding question and answer session with former President Bill Clinton.

Clinton's Lesson on Citizenship

Chesapeake Bay: Everybody's Back Yard

Potomac Conservancy kicks off new exhibit at annual reopening of Lockhouse 8.

Chesapeake Bay: Everybody's Back Yard

How Much Development for Lake Anne?

Revitalization density considered in economic terms.

How Much Development for Lake Anne?

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

IMVH Breaks Ground For $13 Million Expansion

Improvements geared to better patient care and service.

IMVH Breaks Ground For $13 Million Expansion

Saying No to Secrecy

McLean Citizens Association raises concerns about the growing veil of secrecy around Dulles Corridor Rail project.

Saying No to Secrecy

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Local residents demonstrate against President Bush’s Iraq decision.

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

McKay Officially Enters Lee District Race

Kauffman's retirement creates a critical open seat.

McKay Officially Enters Lee District Race

‘On Our Toes’

Potomac Dance Ensemble performs this weekend.

‘On Our Toes’

17 Approved on Van Dorn

Development will encroach into stream buffer.

17 Approved on Van Dorn

Food Drive Raises Hopes at Rising Hope

Letter Carriers deliver more than mail this Saturday.

Food Drive Raises Hopes at Rising Hope

Sickles Launches Re-election Campaign

Sickles Launches Re-election Campaign

'May I Have the Envelope Please...'

Local high school students nominated for their theatrical performances.

'May I Have the Envelope Please...'

They Just Want a Home

PetConnect Rescue

They Just Want a Home

Trying to Live Independently

Couple with disabilities struggle to live on their own because they are not handicapped enough.

Trying to Live Independently

Dodge Serves in Africa

Potomac native and Naval lieutenant commander, William R. Dodge provides emergency medical services throughout Horn of Africa.

Dodge Serves in Africa

Landon in Full Bloom

Landon Azalea Festival

Landon in Full Bloom

Council Notebook

Council Notebook

Squish or Squash?

Racquetball players face off with parents over the fate of a room at Chinquapin.

Squish or Squash?

Culvert Clash

A hydrological project pits the residents of an Arlington neighborhood against each other.

Culvert Clash

Fitness Is Fun

Nonprofit after-school program teaches children about fitness and nutrition at an early age.

Fitness Is Fun

An MVP for Brain Tumor Research

An MVP for Brain Tumor Research

Two Decades at Thoreau

Vienna teacher plans to retire at end of school year.

Two Decades at Thoreau

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Local residents demonstrate against President Bush’s Iraq decision.

President’s Veto Sparks Protest

Fire Brings Neighbors Together

Following April 28 townhouse fire, neighbors organize fund-raising drive.

Fire Brings Neighbors Together

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Monday, May 7

Sports & Beer: Match Made in Heaven

An adult athletic league fosters friendships over sports and suds.

Sports & Beer: Match Made in Heaven

Two Communities, Different Strategies

Herndon Police and Loudoun County Sheriff's Department diverge on policy for immigration enforcement.

Two Communities, Different Strategies

A Shot of Reality

Bullis students get a lesson on the dangers of drinking and driving from someone who knows.

A Shot of Reality

Leaving A Legacy

A church celebrates its 60th year in Arlington.

Leaving A Legacy

Incumbents Retake Council Seats

Dellinger, Lovelace, Robinson sweep challengers.

Incumbents Retake Council Seats

Stan Reid: On the Bus

Candidate rides buses, knocks on doors to get message out.

Stan Reid: On the Bus

'Wow' Factor on Display

Clifton Homes Tour previewed at home of previous participant

'Wow' Factor on Display

Arlington Meet Yourself

Local neighborhoods are put on display for a countywide festival.

Arlington Meet Yourself

Stan Reid: On the Bus

Candidate rides buses, knocks on doors to get message out.

Stan Reid: On the Bus

Net Gains

Donald Dell awarded Lifetime Achievement Award for his devotion to area youth and the sport of tennis.

Net Gains

Breaking Out

Students at Hoover Middle School are finding themselves in Gilbert & Sullivan’s characters and the Hoover drama department.

Breaking Out

What’s Old is New at Old Angler’s

Chef Jeff Tomchek returns for a second stint at Old Angler’s Inn and shakes up the menu.

What’s Old is New at Old Angler’s

Growing Under a Microscope

Experts, public weigh in on the initial recommendations for the county’s new growth policy.

Growing Under a Microscope

Getting to Know ... Kathryn Holt Springston

A human repository of Arlington knowledge fears for the future of her county.

Getting to Know ... Kathryn Holt Springston

Thursday, May 3

A Dentist, a Florist and a Man-Eating Plant

McLean Community Players production of “Little Shop of Horrors” opens at Alden Theatre this weekend.

A Dentist, a Florist and a Man-Eating Plant

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

Local flutist plays at Carnegie Hall this month after April performance by Langley’s Wind Symphony.

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

Local flutist plays at Carnegie Hall this month after April performance by Langley’s Wind Symphony.

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

Local flutist plays at Carnegie Hall this month after April performance by Langley’s Wind Symphony.

Langley Students Perform at Carnegie

A District Turning Blue?

At Candidates’ Forum, Democratic candidates express optimism about the changing politics of the Dranesville District.

A District Turning Blue?

Book-making Workshop at Library

Book-making Workshop at Library

Knock, Knock, Who's There? Burglars and Scam Artists

Police officers advise residents to be on the lookout for European burglary groups and con artists posing as solicitors.

Knock, Knock, Who's There? Burglars and Scam Artists

Week In Great Falls

Week In Great Falls

A District Turning Blue?

At Candidates’ Forum, Democratic candidates express optimism about the changing politics of the Dranesville District.

A District Turning Blue?

Week In McLean

Week In McLean

A Natural Habitat Makeover

Members of the Spring Hill Elementary School Naturalists Club work on creating outdoor classroom space.

A Natural Habitat Makeover

A Dentist, a Florist and a Man-Eating Plant

McLean Community Players production of “Little Shop of Horrors” opens at Alden Theatre this weekend.

A Dentist, a Florist and a Man-Eating Plant

Wednesday, May 2

School Notes

School Notes

Business Notes

Business Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Bizarre Take On Titanic Mystery

Fantasy opens at Little Theatre of Alexandria

Bizarre Take On Titanic Mystery

Wide World of Music

Artist Profile

Wide World of Music

Calendar

Calendar

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Calendar

Calendar

Fine Arts

Fine Arts

Mount Zoar Church Is Denied by BZA

Mount Zoar Church Is Denied by BZA

Getting Hooked On the Fly

Virginia streams offer big opportunities for fly fishing.

Getting Hooked On the Fly

Roundups

Roundups

Lee Pleads Guilty to Murder

Fair Lakes man victim in 2005 crime.

Lee Pleads Guilty to Murder

Calendar

Calendar

Perfecting her Swing

Certified golfer teaches in Fairfax.

Perfecting her Swing

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Business Notes

Business Notes

Community Takes Walk for Shea

More than 500 people do their part to find a cure for SMA.

Community Takes Walk for Shea

Sidewalk Masters

Lee art students recreate famous works of art with chalk.

Sidewalk Masters

A Cook Gives Back

Former homeless woman hasn’t forgotten those who helped turn her life around.

A Cook Gives Back

Peddling for the Park

Annual yard sale raises funds for Clifton Town Park.

Peddling for the Park

Perfecting her Swing

Certified golfer teaches in Fairfax.

Perfecting her Swing

School Notes

School Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Civic Calendar

Civic Calendar

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

School Notes

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Health Notes

Health Notes

Faith Notes

Faith Notes

Young Stars Are Born

‘Annie Jr.’ production at Kings Glen an ‘everybody effort.’

Young Stars Are Born

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Camps & Schools

Camps & Schools

People Notes

People Notes

Getting to Know …

Azeeza Hasan

Getting to Know …

Community Notes

Community Notes

Volunteering

Volunteering

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Business Notes

Business Notes

People Notes

People Notes

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Community Notes

Community Notes

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Classes & Workshops

Classes & Workshops

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Getting to Know …

Azeeza Hasan

Getting to Know …

Clubs & Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

Fishing for Advice

Rod & Reel Repair offers more than the name suggests.

Fishing for Advice

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Bizarre Take On Titanic Mystery

Fantasy opens at Little Theatre of Alexandria

Bizarre Take On Titanic Mystery

Art in Loudoun

Art in Loudoun

'Farm' Fresh

Synetic's animal revolution takes over Spectrum stage.

'Farm' Fresh

Fat Babies and 'Bronx' Tales

Alexandria author offers touching life stories.

Fat Babies and 'Bronx' Tales

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Loudoun Calendar

Loudoun Calendar

Excerpts

Excerpts

Casting in the Commonwealth

In Virginia, getting into fishing has its challenges before rewards.

Casting in the Commonwealth

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Fat Babies and 'Bronx' Tales

Alexandria author offers touching life stories.

Fat Babies and 'Bronx' Tales

Calendar

Calendar

'Farm' Fresh

Synetic's animal revolution takes over Spectrum stage.

'Farm' Fresh

'Farm' Fresh

Synetic's animal revolution takes over Spectrum stage.

'Farm' Fresh

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Loudoun Ongoing Events

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Residents Win First Step

Judge overrules Leesburg’s motion to dismiss water and sewer rate lawsuit.

Residents Win First Step

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Calendar

Theater

Theater

Recognizing Springfield’s Best

Inter-Service Club Council of Springfield honors volunteerism at annual award ceremony.

Recognizing Springfield’s Best

Reading for the Future

Construction of Burke Centre Library puts thought toward future.

Reading for the Future

Angel Kisses 5K/2K in Jeffrey's Memory

Mother's Day event helps families with childhood cancer.

Angel Kisses 5K/2K in Jeffrey's Memory

WFCM in Showdown with County

Money needed to stay afloat; both sides make accusations.

WFCM in Showdown with County

Will Work for Free

More than 100 volunteers recognized for community service at annual Volunteer Fairfax Service Awards.

Will Work for Free

Puller To Seek Re-election

Democrat anticipates new focus on mental health care legislation.

Puller To Seek Re-election

Tree Planting and Tribute to GBE Student, Sender

GBE remembers student killed on Christmas Eve.

Tree Planting and Tribute to GBE Student, Sender

Theater Students Remember Rema

Theater Students Remember Rema

Perfecting her Swing

Certified golfer teaches in Fairfax.

Perfecting her Swing

Reading for the Future

Construction of Burke Centre Library puts thought toward future.

Reading for the Future

Exhibit Space

Students from Robinson pyramid display artwork at April 26 show.

Exhibit Space

Dancing, Security Plague Nightclub

Rain Lounge and Ballroom violating city code.

Dancing, Security Plague Nightclub

First Day Produce

Fairfax Farmers Market begins 2007 at Van Dyck Park.

First Day Produce

First Day Produce

Fairfax Farmers Market begins 2007 at Van Dyck Park.

First Day Produce

Left in the Dark?

Proposal to include turf, lighting at Draper Park remains mystery to Providence supervisor.

Left in the Dark?

A Cook Gives Back

Former homeless woman hasn’t forgotten those who helped turn her life around.

A Cook Gives Back

Perfecting her Swing

Certified golfer teaches in Fairfax.

Perfecting her Swing

Singing for Silver

Wakefield Chorale celebrates silver anniversary with spring concert.

Singing for Silver

Swingin’ with Will

Providence Players’ production sets ‘Twelfth Night’ in 1960s.

Swingin’ with Will

Perfecting her Swing

Certified golfer teaches in Fairfax.

Perfecting her Swing

History with a Bang

Civil War re-enactors recreate camp life at Accotink Park.

History with a Bang

Environmentalism Made Easy

Annual Earth Day/Arbor Day celebration draws environment-minded to NVCC.

Environmentalism Made Easy

Singing for Silver

Wakefield Chorale celebrates silver anniversary with spring concert.

Singing for Silver

Broadway Melodies

Good Shepherd Players present ‘Guys and Dolls’ this weekend.

Broadway Melodies

Making a Lemon into Lemonade

Lake Braddock grad tackles life with brain cancer via patient-friendly Web site.

Making a Lemon into Lemonade

Exhibit Space

Students from Robinson pyramid display artwork at April 26 show.

Exhibit Space

Names Engraved on Memorial

Armel and Garbarino added to Nat'l Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.

Names Engraved on Memorial

UPS Theft Case Is Sent to Grand Jury

UPS Theft Case Is Sent to Grand Jury

Fast-Food Restaurants Get the Go-Ahead

Fast-Food Restaurants Get the Go-Ahead

The 'Wow' Factor on Display

Mark and Sharon Gottlieb host party promoting Clifton Homes Tour.

The 'Wow' Factor on Display

Lee Pleads Guilty: 2nd-Degree Murder

Fair Lakes man was victim in 2005 crime.

Lee Pleads Guilty: 2nd-Degree Murder

Young Is Guilty of Bank Robbery

Jury recommends six years in prison.

Young Is Guilty of Bank Robbery

Worth Noting

Worth Noting

Singing for Silver

Wakefield Chorale celebrates silver anniversary with spring concert.

Singing for Silver

History with a Bang

Civil War re-enactors recreate camp life at Accotink Park.

History with a Bang

Puller To Seek Reelection

Democrat anticipates new focus on mental health care legislation.

Puller To Seek Reelection

Tuesday, May 1

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Calendar: May 2-8

Calendar: May 2-8

Skate Park: Now or 2012?

Two budget recommendations conflict.

Skate Park: Now or 2012?

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

Goodbye, Frank

Former Mayor Frank Mann dies at 86.

Goodbye, Frank

Lansdowne Homes Damaged in Fire

Loudoun County Fire Marshal investigating cause of early morning fire.

Lansdowne Homes Damaged in Fire

Students Apply History Lessons

Holocaust remembrance sparks activism to stop Darfur genocide.

Students Apply History Lessons

Real Estate Notes

Real Estate Notes

Community Notes

Community Notes

Glassware Givaway

Rustico will give customers a glass to take home for every Allagash beer they order.

Glassware Givaway

Paper Mario, Not Paper Thin

Game Review

Paper Mario, Not Paper Thin

Hardcore Snuggling

A band with a very misleading name comes to Alexandria.

Hardcore Snuggling

Reading, Writing and Rock

The Paul Green School of Rock Music sets up shop in Northern Virginia.

Reading, Writing and Rock

Open Questions Remain about Dulles Rail

Open Questions Remain about Dulles Rail

Stressing Need for More Affordable Units

Reston Interfaith introduces community to its continuum of housing and services.

Stressing Need for More Affordable Units

Rape Reported in Ashburn

Sheriff’s Office looking into reported sexual assault.

Rape Reported in Ashburn

So Much Depends On Parking

Space and location of future parking may sway public opinion of plan.

So Much Depends On Parking

LCRC Supports New Convention Call

New delegates and candidates will have until May 6 to file with committee.

LCRC Supports New Convention Call

Residents Call for Litter Clean-up

Vienna area highways in focus for greater trash pick-up efforts, awareness campaign

Residents Call for Litter Clean-up

New Road Opens in Brambleton

Community promises easy road access, new amenities.

New Road Opens in Brambleton

Worker Citations on the Rise

First quarter figures show less labor site turnout, more anti-solicitation charges

Worker Citations on the Rise

Intercom System Heading to Schools

Intercom System Heading to Schools

Turner to Run for School Board

Turner to Run for School Board

Citizens Discuss, Shape Merrifield’s Future

New residents acquainted with comprehensive plan.

Citizens Discuss, Shape Merrifield’s Future

Rotary Club Names Citizen of the Year

Long-time Herndon volunteer, resident Dave Sinclair receives honors.

Rotary Club Names Citizen of the Year

Kniffin Collects Dresses, Makes Prom Reality

Kniffin Collects Dresses, Makes Prom Reality

Hall Back to Court

Hall Back to Court

AOL Gets Green

AOL breaks ground on its new environment-friendly child-care center in Ashburn.

AOL Gets Green

Two Departments, Divergent Strategies

Two Departments, Divergent Strategies

Cancer Charity Reaches Milestone

The Brad Kaminsky Foundation hosts sixth annual Heroes of Hope Golf Tournament.

Cancer Charity Reaches Milestone

Week in Loudoun

Week in Loudoun

Families Find Friends through Fires

Families Find Friends through Fires

Board Approves CIP

Extended meetings leads to adopted fiscal plan.

Board Approves CIP

Marsh Cleanup

National Honor Society students from West Potomac High School organize a cleanup a Dyke Marsh.

Marsh Cleanup

Closing the Gap

Black and Hispanic scores improve, yet middle school minority scores fall behind trend.

Closing the Gap

Council Notebook

Council Notebook

Transportation Drives Session

Howell and Plum brief community on legislation.

Transportation Drives Session

Robberies Dominate Crime Statistics

Annual numbers show rise in overall major offenses, decline in less serious charges.

Robberies Dominate Crime Statistics

Legacy of Love and Care

Friends encourage mourners to act as Maxine Turner did.

Legacy of Love and Care