Community Rallies for Ellie
The Barrington Community in Fairfax Station comes together to support sick girl.
The Barrington Community in Fairfax Station, in partnership with the Glitter Matters Foundation, hosted a unity walk and swimathon on July 4 to support Ellie Schleyer. Ellie is a 12-year-old girl from the community that is suffering from an undiagnosed degenerative brain disorder.
Briefs: Lander Elected School Board Chair
During its annual organizational meeting on July 1, the Arlington School Board unanimously elected James Lander as chair for the 2014-15 school year.
Briefs: New Board at Historical Society
Three new members of the Arlington Historical Society’s board were chosen at the June 24 board meeting at the Hume School. The new directors are:...
Broadway Performer Comes Home
Free concert on Saturday, July 26 at Westwood Baptist Church in Springfield.
Broadway actress and singer Jeri Sager will offer a free concert to the public on Saturday, July 26 at 7 p.m. at Westwood Baptist Church as part of the celebration of that church's 50th year.
News Briefs: Debate in 48th District Race
The two candidates seeking to represent Arlington and McLean in the House of Delegates have agreed to two debates before the Aug. 19 special election.
Turner Farm Revisited
Great Falls residents, groups want to preserve local historic site.
Many citizens of Great Falls hope to keep The Turner Farm a low-impact park. Great Falls Citizens Association held a Turner Farmhouse informational session on July 8, the day before Fairfax County Parks Authority released the plans for the resident curatorship program.
Having a Great Time at Great Falls Park
Treasure for tourists and locals.
Great Falls Park, located 15 miles away from the nation’s capital, can get flocked with tens of thousands of tourists looking for a reprieve from the concrete and marble every week.
Josh Anderson Foundation Spotlighted on National Show
Deepak Chopra interviews Lauren Anderson.
A local foundation was catapulted to national status on Friday. Josh Anderson Foundation [JAF] Executive Director Lauren Anderson had a chance to talk to holistic health advocate Deepak Chopra for his show One World about JAF’s mission.
Helping Out and Giving Back
Paul VI grad tutors Hispanic children.
Born in Colombia, Laura Quiñones came to the U.S. with her parents at age 7. She knew English words, but needed practice talking conversationally.
Affordable Housing Lack Can Lead to Hunger
ODB director beseeches Fairfax City Council to take action.
During the June 24 swearing-in ceremony of the Fairfax City Council members and mayor, Councilman Jeff Greenfield decried the fact that so many children in the City are hungry. He then promised to create a task force to attack the problem.
Letter: More Sleep As a Smokescreen
Letter to the Editor
There is no doubt that more sleep is healthier. That is common sense. The real mental disorder is spending money that the school can't afford.
Bridge to Life Skills
Our Daily Bread's Project BRIDGE Program held a “Life Skills” Seminar on Saturday, July 12, with a focus on nutrition.
Rotary Club Awards Scholarships to Fairfax High Students
The Rotary Club of Fairfax recently recognized several area students with scholarship awards for their academic achievement and community service.
Cooling Off at Fairfax Station Swim and Tennis Club
Club attracts neighbors of all ages.
Summer is just beginning at Fairfax Station Swim and Tennis Club, with fun for everyone who is trying to cool off.
Letter: Ramadan - A Treasure Map
Letter to the Editor
Ramadan is known worldwide as the month of fasting for Muslims, but to me, it’s worth much more than not eating all day. Ramadan helps me meet goals on a spiritual level; ones I thought would be unachievable.
Letter: Election in Virginia’s 11th Congressional District
Letter to the Editor
The current Congressman from Virginia’s 11th Congressional District (Gerry Connolly) prides himself in being the first to defend the Obama Administration. He has defended the Attorney General, the handling of Benghazi, the NSA, the VA, the Border Patrol, the EPA, and most importantly and most frequently the IRS. All of which can do no wrong in his view.
GMU Honors Fairfax Mayor Silverthorne
City of Fairfax Mayor Scott Silverthorne capped off his Fourth of July by enjoying the fireworks at Fairfax High. But he began his day by receiving an award from GMU. It was presented by GMU President Angel Cabrera during a Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce breakfast reception at Red, Hot & Blue before the City’s Independence Day parade.
Week in Great Falls
Weekly happenings in Great Falls
Springfield Home Sales: June, 2014
In June 2014, 198 Springfield homes sold between $865,000-$158,000.
Springfield Home Sales: June, 2014
Fairfax Home Sales: June, 2014
In June 2014, 126 Fairfax homes sold between $1,240,000-$145,000.
Fairfax Home Sales: June, 2014