Junior Committee: Work Horses
Young local equestriennes anchor Washington International Horse Show.
Established in 1958, the Washington International Horse Show is the leading metropolitan indoor horse show in the U.S. This six-day event is held annually in October at Verizon Center in Washington, DC. This year’s Washington International Horse Show will take place Oct. 21-26.
Medical Examiner Confirms Murder
The Medical Examiner ruled Oct. 3 that Potomac resident Carolyn Mattingly’s death was a homicide, caused by a gunshot wound.
Area Roundups
What's happening this week in Burke.
Flint Hill’s Vaughn Rushes for 208 Yards in Loss
Flint Hill's Cameron Vaughn had a big afternoon against Bishop Ireton on Oct. 3.
Reston South Lakes High Hosts Back To School Night
Parents meet teachers at South Lakes High School in Reston.
Representatives of community groups and clubs set up booths in the early evening of Oct. 2 at Reston South Lakes High School. The school was hosting a back to school night, and several local organizations wanted to publicize some of their upcoming events.
Jill’s House Holds Open House
Non-profit welcomes visitors during annual open house.
On Oct. 5, Jill’s House was open to visitors to tour the 42,000-square-foot center. A non-profit organization providing respite care for children with special needs, Jill’s House serves more than 500 families.
Bumbrey, McLaughlin Lead Herndon Football to Winning Record
Hornets are 3-2 after producing 5 wins in previous 4 seasons.
The Herndon football team defeated McLean 51-35 on Oct. 2.
Herndon Hosts HernDOG Bark Bash
Inaugural dog event held at Bready Park.
Herndon Parks and Recreation hosted their inaugural dog event at Bready Park on Sunday, Oct. 5. “I always thought Herndon should have a dog event,” said Dave Zakrzewski, a town of Herndon employee who helped coordinate the day’s activities.
McLean QB Maffei Sets State Record for Completions
Senior signal caller completes 42 passes in loss to Herndon.
McLean quarterback Brian Maffei completed a state-record 42 passes against Herndon on Oct. 2.
Iturbe’s Score Avoids Overtime, Defeats Robinson
Rams’ Arnsmeyer comes up short against former coach.
The Chantilly field hockey team defeated Robinson, 1-0, on Tuesday.
Blessing Of Animals Held At Herndon
Ceremonies at St. Joseph’s and St. Timothy’s in honor of St. Francis of Assisi.
“We attend every year, it is a special event,” said Herndon resident Mary Vrabel. Vrabel was with her two pet dogs, Shadow and Sasha, at St. Joseph’s Church in Herndon for the annual pet blessing on Oct. 4.
Bishop Ireton QB Dickinson Finds Success on the Move
Senior signal caller has Cardinals at 5-1 after transferring from El Paso.
Joe Dickinson has passed for 1,391 yards and 14 touchdowns in six games after transferring from Chapin High School in El Paso to Bishop Ireton in January.
Blessing of the Animals
During the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 5, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church on Bradley Boulevard, Derek Solberg, vicar, at the church, blesses Wink on the right and Sena on the left.
Cabin John Kids Run
The Cabin John Kids Run was held Sunday, Sept. 28 at Cabin John Regional Park in Potomac.
“Flourishing After 55”
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for Oct. 20-25.
Crime Report
The following incidents were reported by the Arlington County Police Department.
Favola’s Work Against Domestic Violence Honored
State Sen. Barbara Favola (D-31) was honored Monday, Oct. 6, by the Fairfax County Domestic Violence Community with its Legislator Award of Excellence for her work regarding domestic violence and support for women, children and families.