Dental Associates to Support Give Kids The World
Dental Associates of Northern Virginia, with six locations in Northern Virginia, has partnered with Give Kids The World, and named their joint initiative “Smiles for Hope.” Dental Associates of Northern Virginia will be fundraising for Give Kids The World throughout the year in support of its “Smiles for Hope” initiative.
Between Halves
At present, July 12th, I’m halfway, approximately, between my last CT Scan which showed a previously unseen silver-dollar sized growth in my lower left lung and my next CT Scan scheduled for August 6th, one month earlier than my usual three-month interval in order to make an evaluation sooner rather than later; to determine if this is new growth or nothing more than old growth that is now visible due to the combination of shrinking tumors and dissipating fluid opening up the viewing area, so to speak. Apparently, the chemotherapy drug, Alimta, with which I’ve been infused every three weeks since last September appears to be doing its hoped-for job: shrinkage.
Eight FCPS Students Win College-Sponsored Merit Scholarships
Eight Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) graduates from the class of 2014 have been named winners of college-sponsored scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). Recipients of college-sponsored scholarships from the NMSC, with their probable career fields in parentheses, are:
Inova Fairfax Hospital: #1 in D.C. Metro Area
For the third year in a row, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus has been ranked as the #1 Hospital in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area by U.S. News & World Report. Inova Fairfax also jumped in rankings to #2 in the state, and earned national recognition as #33 in the country in Gynecology and #42 in Neonatology. The annual U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings, now in their 25th year, recognize hospitals that excel in treating the most challenging patients. “Three years in a row as #1 is an outstanding accomplishment and we are proud of our hospital’s dedicated physicians and staff who provide the best of care to our patients every day. I’d like to congratulate our staff, particularly within Inova Women’s and Children’s for their impressive and well-deserved national rankings,” said Patrick Christiansen, PhD, chief executive officer, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus.
Editorial: Save a Little, Help Others Prepare for School
Virginia’s tax holiday on school supplies is a good reminder to donate supplies and dollars for children who need help arriving at school prepared.
Virginia’s tax holiday on school supplies and clothing is Aug. 1-3, and it makes sense to take advantage of the savings, and to spread the wealth around.
Reston Water Mine Pool to Expand
Lake Fairfax pool facility to be expanded, construction begins September.
With a lazy river and water slides, the outdoor pool has been a great attraction for families and visitors, but size and capacity limitations have increased the waiting times for patrons.
Arielle Mewou Receives Regirer Nurse Scholarship
Mewou is a certified nursing assistant at Vinson Hall Retirement Community.
Vienna Arts Society Presents Heroes Healing Wall
Troops on the mend from Fort Belvoir compose multi-media puzzle pieces.
The newest exhibition of the Vienna Arts Society is a trifecta of purpose
Fairfax County Prepares Bus System For Silver Line
Bus changes help ensure Silver Line success.
Among the changes are elimination of old bus routes and the closure of the Sunset Hills Interim parking in Reston near the intersection of Sunset Hills Road and Town Center Parkway.
Cooling off at Vienna Woods
Local Swim and Tennis Club offers choices to residents of all ages.
Established in 1959, this summer spot is home away from home for 750 members and an array of staff members.
Peter Pan Jr. at Forest Edge Elementary
The cast and set/stage crew consisted of 64 students from grades 4 through 6.
Kickoff Held For Fairfax 2015 Games
Police and firefighters conduct demonstrations at Reston Town Center.
The World Police & Fire Games (WPFG) Sports Extravaganza offered live demonstrations including Honor Guard, Muster Carts, Police Motors, and Martial Arts.
The DaVinci Challenge Hosts Build A Drone Workshop
The world is slowly becoming a better place but there is so much more that can be done.
GRACE Presents Artist Member Exhibition
Greater Reston Arts Center is presenting the first of what will become a biennial exhibition highlighting the talents of the area artist members.
Herndon Enjoys Summer in Spotlight
Downtown Herndon remains active despite summer heat.
On July 9 and July 10, reporters from channel NBC4 visited downtown Herndon to share some of the special qualities of the town.
Students Keep Bows Moving
Summer Strings Camp preserves students’ musical skills.
This is the 26th year of the camp, which is and has been attended by students from different Fairfax County elementary schools.
Hawaii Spirit at Lake Anne Plaza
Fifth annual Ukulele Festival held Saturday.
Lake Anne’s fifth annual Ukulele Festival brought out music lovers from all over the D.C.-metro area to the plaza to listen to live music, learn to play a Beatles tune or two and pick up a ukulele for those feeling inspired.
‘Really Fun and a Great Experience’
Local students enjoy summer computer camp.
In the morning, Bijoy Thomas taught seven students, ages 12-14, how to make DS, or hand-held, video games. And in the afternoon, he taught them about BattleBots and Raspberry Pi.
Teens Learn the Law
Youth academy teaches teens law enforcement.
The students got to sit in the front seat of a police car, learn about crime scene investigation, see a real court case and meet some of the police dogs who also report for duty at the station.