'Guys and Dolls’ Hitting the Alden Stage
McLean Community Players to present the musical theater classic.
"Guys and Dolls" producer Terry Yates added: "You will be humming when you leave the theater after the show, the songs are so great." So, get ready to have "Guys and Dolls" ring your bell.
Climate Change Could Affect Drinking Water
Residents could see — and smell — a very different Potomac River by 2040.
Drinking cups of clear tap water could be a luxury people are less likely to take for granted in the near future as climate-change culprits affect the waterways — and water bills.
This Week in Alexandria
Highlights of this week in Alexandria.
Locker Cleanout Day Longfellow Middle
Longfellow Middle School conducted its annual locker cleanout day on Tuesday, June 24.
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School Graduates 119
The St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School Class of 2014 was collectively accepted to more than 170 colleges and universities, including 12 Ivy League acceptances.
Herndon High to Host STEM Boot Camp
New STEM Academy hopes to squash dropout rates.
After growing more concerned with Herndon High School’s dropout rate, Gustavo Pacheto decided he was going to help change it.
New Playground Opens At Herndon Community Center
Children’s playground now open at Bready Park.
“This playground packs as much as possible into the space, and incorporated most of the suggestions we gathered from the community and the school kids,” stated Cynthia Hoftiezer, Project Coordinator for the Town of Herndon.
Town Of Herndon Holds Swearing In Ceremony
Mayor Merkel and 2014-2016 Town Council sworn in to office.
More than 200 persons attended the event, including U.S. Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-11), Del. Mark Keam (D-35), Fairfax County Board of Supervisors’ Chairman Sharon Bulova, former Board of Supervisors Chairman Kate Hanley, Dranesville District Supervisor John Foust, and former Herndon Mayors Carol Bruce, Mike O’Reilly, and Steve DeBenedittis.
Passing Tournament Champions
The Washington-Lee Generals football team began their spring passing tournament season in great form.
Along the Postal Route
Mario Viray had already been at the post office for almost two hours pulling down the mail, which is sorting the first class mail into his 400 metal dividers with addresses. This constituted his delivery units for Route 105 in Rosemont.
Brink Takes Administration Job
Longtime delegate to become deputy commissioner for aging services.
When asked about his new job as deputy commissioner for aging services in Virginia, longtime Del. Bob Brink (D-48) says he has a personal interest in the topic — one that's becoming more pressing every day.
Renovated Courts at Montgomery Park Open to Public
The courts at Montgomery Park are open to the public again after a major renovation.
Letter: Investing in Communities
We are fortunate to live in a community that places such a high priority on ensuring that our children have the tools they need to succeed in school and in life.
Dr. Finley Celebrates 25th Anniversary in Herndon
Dr. Thomas P. Finley has announced the 25th anniversary in historic downtown Herndon, Dr. Finley’s Family Eyecare, Optometrists.
Katelyn Briggs and Michael Hitti Engaged
Michael and Katelyn are Herndon High School sweethearts and graduated from HHS in 2008.
Young Northwest Federal CU Members Deposit $156K
Youngsters throughout Northern Virginia joined Northwest Federal Credit Union to celebrate National Credit Union Youth Week, an event designed to help area youth learn about money and the value of saving.
High School Graduates Receive Scholarships
Closet of Greater Herndon awards 12 scholarships.
The Closet of Greater Herndon recently awarded $15,000 in college scholarships to 12 high school graduates in ceremonies at five local high schools.
Wild Horses and Burros Visit Lorton
Adoption event is one of many across the country.
Typical dog owners may not think of comparing their furry companion to a wild horse or burro, but the comparison isn’t too far-fetched.
Widening Route 7
VDOT: Plans not finalized.
Construction to add another two lanes to seven miles of Route 7 could start by 2018.
Local Team Places Sixth in Odyssey of the Mind World Finals
Forestville Elementary’s Odyssey of the Mind team took home sixth place in the May World Finals competition.