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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.


Letter: Senator Who Gets It

As a small-business owner, I appreciate Mark Warner's work to foster the right environment to attract and retain new businesses.

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Summer Health and Safety Hazards

Keeping danger at bay during warm weather months.

Summer comes but once a year. From picnics and days at the pool to backyard barbeques and day-long hikes, many people spend the season outdoors.

Look Out Below

I think I know what a rampaging bull feels like; and I don’t mean one on Wall Street, either. I mean one in the figurative sense: when one has a need, an overwhelming, unstoppable-type urge, to scratch that itch, to gratify that which has been delayed. What am I talking about? (You sound like my wife, Dina.) I am talking about food. More specifically, I am talking about a side effect I’ve been experiencing of late from the chemotherapy drug Alimta, with which I’ve been infused every three weeks since late September, 2013 (successfully I may add, given the shrinkage noted in my most recent CT Scan).


UCM-Battelle Awards Scholarships to Local Graduates

United Community Ministries-Battelle Scholars for 2014 are funded by a grant from Battelle. The competitive college scholarships are designed to encourage low-income graduating high school seniors at Mount Vernon High and West Potomac High Schools to pursue college studies in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

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'Service Above Self'

Rotary Club contributes $90,000 to local nonprofits.

The Rotary Club of Alexandria, in partnership with the Alexandria Day Nursery and Children's Home, continued its decades-long tradition of awarding grants to local nonprofit organizations with the presentation of more than $90,000 to 32 organizations at the annual Contributions Day luncheon June 17 at Belle Haven Country Club.

Focusing on Financial Planning

Estate planning is a strategic process that pairs your ability to take care of your loved ones’ futures while at the same time taking care of yourself.


Just Another Day in Jail

Once again, the William G. Truesdale Detention Center in Alexandria provides the best housing and security for another alleged international terrorist.

New Deputy Chiefs at Police Department

Alexandria Police Chief Earl Cook has recently promoted Tammy Hooper and Dianne Gittins from the rank of Captain to Deputy Chief of Police, effective immediately.

City Seeks Public Comment on Renaming of Park

The City of Alexandria is seeking public comment on a proposal to rename 1 & 7 East Del Ray Avenue Pocket Park, located at the intersection of E. Del Ray and Commonwealth Avenues, the Judy Lowe Pocket Park.


Changing Climate In Richmond

THE GOVERNOR announced the new commission Tuesday in Virginia Beach on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, where the governor signed Executive Order 19, convening the Governor’s Climate Change and Resiliency Update Commission.

Flourishing After 55

“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for July 14-19.

Arlington Police Report

The following incidents were reported by the Arlington Police Department.


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Grateful to Children's National

After raising $712,000 last year, Children’s National Health System has set a goal of raising $1 million through the 2nd annual Race for Every Child in September.

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Turning Tables

Vinyl records are back in style, especially with young listeners.

In an age when music is always digitally accessible via apps like Spotify and iHeart Radio, consumers in their 30s, 20s and even teens are opting to purchase vinyl copies of their favorite albums.