Meet Bestselling Author David Baldacci at Tysons Corner
David Baldacci will be at the Barnes and Noble in Tysons Corner, 7851 L Tysons Corner Center, McLean, for the release of his newest book “The Guilty” on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m.
Democrats Win Closely Watched Races in McLean, Great Falls and Herndon
History promised Del. Kathleen Murphy (D-34) that her reelection bid to Virginia’s House of Delegates would be close; no matter how much money Republicans pumped into Craig Parisot’s campaign in the final days.
Week in Great Falls
Weekly happenings in Great Falls
Woodpecker Has to Find a New Home
To the Editor
The last corner tree came down in Great Falls today.
Letter: Goodbye Tree in Great Falls
To the Editor
This week, the Virginia Department of Transportation is poised to complete their demolition of the original canopy of white oak trees over downtown Great Falls.
Letter: Disappointed
To the Editor
I just wanted to write to you to let you know how disappointed I was to see the recent Great Falls Connection cover.
Reckless Driving in Great Falls
Jail-time possible for teenager charged with reckless driving.
A 17-year-old driver was charged with reckless driving after he lost control of the car he was driving on Arnon Chapel Road, rolled once and landed nearby, according to police reports.
Great Falls Says Goodbye, Old Friend
This week, the Virginia Department of Transportation chopped down the oak on Georgetown Pike and Walker Road that Great Falls Citizens Association and residents had been rooting for.
Great Falls Churches – 1850s through the 1940s
Legacy of Faith
On Wednesday evening, Nov. 4, The Great Falls Historical Society program provided a panoramic view of the founding and early beginnings of historic churches throughout an area currently known as Great Falls.
Adopt-A-Tree and Notable Tree Programs Prove ‘Poplar’
Deadline for Notable Tree Program is No. 15.
Arlington County’s Natural Resources Division’s annual program provides a variety of native tree species free to Arlington residents. On Oct. 24 at the nursery on Four Mile Run behind Barcroft Recreation Center, hundreds of Arlingtonians took advantage of the program.
Fairfax To End Veteran Homelessness
Every veteran has a story, and a path to housing.
Jameel Mubaarik of Reston is a 63-year-old Army veteran and mechanical engineer, a former Reston homeowner.
Families' Memories Emerge After Verdict in Alexandria Murders
Charles Severance found guilty on all counts.
The jury had been dismissed over the weekend, but it barely took an hour of discussion on Nov. 2 to come back with a verdict in the case of Charles Severance, accused of three murders in Alexandria: guilty on all 10 counts.
Alexandria: Church Members Offer Random Acts of Kindness
Yates Carwash and Detail Center patrons receive random acts of kindness.
North Henry Street’s Yates Carwash and Detail Center got a special visit from members of Alfred Street Baptist Church (ASBC), who arrived early Saturday morning to deliver an unexpected surprise to patrons and employees.
Alexandria: Veterans McNamara, Foley to be Honored for Service
World War II veterans William McNamara and Warden Foley will be honored with the Distinguished Patriots Award at the Chamber of Commerce Salute to Veterans breakfast Nov. 12 at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate.
Alexandria People At Work: 32 Years of Cooking and Singing
It is 8:30 on Friday night and the customers look expectedly toward the kitchen.
South County Overcomes 20-Point Deficit to Capture Conference 7 Championship
Undefeated Stallions beat Lake Braddock in OT, secure region's No. 1 seed.
The South County football team remained undefeated with a 33-30 overtime victory over Lake Braddock on Friday.
Karl's Overtime Goal Gives Westfield Field Hockey Team Region Championship
Bulldogs will face loser of today's 6A South final in state semis Nov. 13.
The Westfield field hockey team defeated T.C. Williams 1-0 in overtime Thursday to win the 6A North region championship.
Alexandria Film Festival: Full Schedule
The Alexandria Film Festival will present 62 featured films for the 9th annual festival, to be held Nov. 5-8 at AMC Hoffman 22 Theatre and Beatley Central Library in Alexandria.
Column: Finding Your Passion
And leaving your legacy.
I think everyone strives to find their passion — whether in their professional work life or an outside interest.
Column: Honor and Remember Veterans
Commentary
While we set aside Nov. 11 as a special day to honor and remember our veterans, we should continuously endeavor to serve our veterans as well as they have served their nation.