Alexandria: Bows, Baskets and Bikes
The Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association held its third annual Bows, Baskets and Bikes event Nov. 20, bringing together area event planners and hotel partners to help build bicycles for needy families and announcing its new partnership with Volunteer Alexandria.
Alexandria Editorial: Be Part of Children's Gazette Packet 2014
Annual edition showcases youth art and writing.
During the last week of each year, The Gazette Packet devotes its entire issue to the creativity of local students and children. The results are always remarkable. It is a keepsake edition for many families.
Alexandria: Correction
In last week’s People at Work column, “Creating a Floral Centrepiece,” The caption for the photo at the top of the article should have read: Scott Marchand adds an accent of circus roses.
Alexandria Commentary: Improving Academic Achievement
Academic achievement is not accidental but rather the result of a sustained focus on rigor, relevance, engagement and coherence. At its best, academic achievement reflects a relentless determination to reach and teach all students.
TC Senior Girma Qualifies for Foot Locker Nationals
T.C. Williams senior Anteneh Girma will compete in the Foot Locker national cross country meet.
Langley Boys’ Basketball Enters 2014-15 with Increased Depth
Saxons have just one senior on the roster.
Langley has five players who are listed at 6 feet 3 or taller.
Aghayere Leads South Lakes Girls’ Hoops into 2014-15 Season
Seahawks last season won first conference/district title since 1997.
South Lakes girls' basketball is the defending Conference 6 champion.
Oakton Girls’ XC Places 4th at Nike SE Regional
Madison harriers compete at Foot Locker South.
Oakton sophomore Casey Kendall finished 15th at the Nike SE regional.
George Washington’s Mount Vernon opens Christmas program with camels, chocolate.
They came for the camel. Alberto, Daniela and their daughter Josephine Rendon of Alexandria have yearly passes to George Washington’s Mount Vernon, so, “We come here almost every weekend,” said Alberto. “We love to walk around and see the animals.” On this visit in particular, the animal of note was Aladdin the camel.
Mount Vernon Church Tree Sale Breaks Sales Record
In five years of selling Christmas trees, St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Alexandria has never sold more than this year. According to Ted Boling with the church, they surpassed last year’s numbers by over 40 percent each day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday after Thanksgiving. “We attribute it to great weather and a great reputation for fresh, full Fraser firs,” he said.
Geer Lawyer Expects Hearing Before New Year On Springfield Shooting
Out of 128 requests for the production of documents made by the Geer family lawyer Michael Lieberman, all but two have been denied by Fairfax County.
Small Business Springfield
Local stores offer expertise, exclusivity and community.
When Jahangir Raja moved to Springfield over a decade ago, it wasn’t a favorable time for a heavily bearded Muslim native of Pakistan to find a job in America. He came shortly after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Burke United Methodist Church begins Christmas season celebration.
A tuba-playing shepherd broke from playing Christmas carols to snap cell phone pictures of a tall sheep and two young girl-sized shepherds. The “Selfie” station with biblical-themed costumes was the first stop for Edie, Olive and Tommy Webster of Fairfax at the Burke United Methodist Family Advent Celebration.
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Signs On for $403 Million Loan
Low-interest federal loan will help finance Phase 2 of Silver Line.
Phase two of the Silver Line construction got a boost towards its 2018 estimated completion date. After nearly a year of discussion, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to authorize a federal loan agreement to the tune of $403 million.
Burke Racquet & Swim Club Craft Fair Helps Food for Others, Women at Risk
Beaded jewelry, brass rubbings, crocheted and knitwear, birdhouses and quilts are just a few of the craft gift items on offer at the Burke Racquet & Swim Club this weekend.
Reston Holiday Parade Launches Festive Season
Representatives of Herndon and Reston communities attend November parade.
Reston Town Center hosted the 24th Annual Reston Holiday Parade, a signature Reston event, on Friday, Nov. 28. Beginning at 11 a.m. the parade along Market Street launched the festive season.
Fairfax County Facing More Budget Strain
County Executive and FCPS Superintendent present adverse forecasts.
Days before the traditional loosening of belts for Thanksgiving, Fairfax County officials discussed the need for tightening theirs.
Herndon Hosts Turkey Trot
Herndon residents attend annual November race.
Residents from communities surrounding Herndon attended the annual Herndon Turkey Trot 5K on Saturday, Nov. 22. Over 1,100 runners, eight elementary school running groups, 50 plus volunteers, Town of Herndon staff, and many local and national sponsors contributed to the success of the race.
Lake Braddock XC Sends Two Harriers to Nike Nationals
Corbett, Murphy place fifth in respective SE regional races.
Lake Braddock's Alex Corbett and Kate Murphy will compete at Nike nationals on Dec. 6 in Portland, Ore.
Warriors Trying for Third Straight Appearance at States
Wakefield senior Tham named region POY in 2014.
The Wakefield boys' basketball team opens at T.C. Williams on Friday.