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West Springfield's Djonkam Earns Fairfax South MVP at Nova Challenge

Senior produces double-double in all-star game.

Lewis Djonkam had 19 points and 13 rebounds during the Nova Challenge.

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Arlington: Wakefield Teammates Compete in Nova Challenge

Nhial scores 16 points for Fairfax South All-Stars

Deng Nhial, Eric Martin and Jonathan Adams were members of the Fairfax South All-Stars on Sunday.

Alexandria: Jones, James Combine for 30 Points at Nova Challenge

T.C. Williams guards compete for Fairfax South All-Stars.

T.C. Williams teammates Jordan Jones and Tavaris James thrive with Fairfax South All-Stars.


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Westfield's Francis, Centreville's Unterkofler Shine at Nova Challenge

Westfield guard named MVP, Centreville senior wins dunk contest.

Westfield's Blake Francis and Centreville's William Unterkofler perform well at the Nova Challenge.

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Reston: South Lakes Boys’ Soccer Earns First Victory

Seahawks beat defending state runner-up Madison.

The South Lakes boys' soccer team beat Madison 1-0.

Alexandria Letter: Reconsider Pre-K Center

Letter to the Editor

As part of its proposed remedy to address classroom overcrowding, the Alexandria City Public Schools has requested funding from City Council to create a “Pre-K Center” with the intention of relocating its 4-year-old preschoolers from neighborhood school buildings into a single building.


Great Falls: Langley’s Shafer Excels at Nova Challenge

Madison’s Ungerleider, Walker compete for Fairfax North.

Langley's Nate Shafter finished with 10 points, 10 rebounds and seven blocks during the Nova Challenge.

Alexandria Letter: Between All or None

Letter to the Editor

This is in reference to the Letter to the Editor (April 6, 2016) entitled "Unnecessary Expense." We seem to be at the crossroads of history between "all or none."

Alexandria Letter: Calling Their Bluff

Letter to the Editor

Many years ago, an extended family member was killed in the course of a hotel robbery while she was on vacation in Florida. So, I am in the universe of people who want to see fewer guns available for criminals to access. Unfortunately, the National Rifle Association (a.k.a. NRA) doesn’t agree.


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Alexandria Snapshot: Save Our Ship Tours

Alexandria city crew raise timbers from a water tank where the remains of the hull of a 50-foot vessel are being stored.

Alexandria Brief: Lawsuit Filed Against General Registrar of Voters

Anna Leider, the general registrar of voters in the City of Alexandria, is now faced with a lawsuit that alleges she failed to maintain proper voter rolls and refused to permit the plaintiffs to inspect list maintenance records as required by federal laws.

Alexandria Brief: Duke Street Ramp Closing

During overnight hours on Thursday, April 14,the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close the ramp from Duke Street (Route 236) to I-395 North to remove construction barriers. Motorists should expect delays.


Alexandria Brief: Man Charged with Murder

Alexandria Police have charged a suspect in connection with the homicide of Melaku Abraha, who died on April 1, from injuries sustained during a robbery that occurred in the 200 block of South Alfred Street on March 28.

Alexandria Brief: Man Indicted in Park Murder

On April 11, the Grand Jury for the City of Alexandria handed down a two-count indictment against Reinaldo Mauricio Portillo Membrano, alleging that Portillo Membrano murdered Jose Luis Perez Ferman in Beverly Park on or about Nov. 8, 2015.

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Best of Reston, Best of Inspiration

Bob Simon’s Reston honored at Silver Anniversary of Cornerstones partnership with the Reston Chamber of Commerce.

Olivia Wolfe, Hannah Becker and Kacey Hirschfeld ensured that their childhood friend Amy Boyle was honored with them Thursday night at the Hyatt Regency Reston ballroom.


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Reston Community Players Salute Iconic Beauty

Our Town” at CenterStage.

A masterpiece of American theater, “Our Town” is the enduring tale of small town life.

Commentary: Name Makes a Difference

Almost a year ago the Washington Business Journal carried a headline, “George Mason University sells Patriot Center naming rights.”

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Reston Celebrates Its Founder

This is the first Founder’s Day since the passing of Robert E. Simon, Jr.

They remembered his joyfulness and playfulness. But most of all, officials, speakers and friends remembered Robert E. Simon, Jr.’s enduring vision during the opening remarks of the 13th Founder’s Day on Saturday, April 9.


Commentary: On Bread and Matzah

The eight‑day festival of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan.

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