Student History Buffs Wanted for Internship
Juniors in good standing at Chantilly and Westfield high schools and who are interested in history may apply for the newly established Margaret C. Peck Youth Internship program, sponsored by the Sully Foundation, Ltd. This paid, nine-month internship runs from April through December 2014.
Two Fires in Same Night
Local firefighters had their hands full, Saturday, Dec. 28, battling two residential fires in western Centreville on the same night. Both happened between 7 and 8 p.m.
Music Educator Award Details and Prizes
This award was established to recognize current educators (kindergarten through college, public and private schools) who’ve made a significant and lasting contribution to the field of music education and who demonstrate a commitment to the broader cause of maintaining music education in the schools.
Celebrating Legacy of Martin Luther King
For 20 years now, the Chantilly Pyramid Minority Student Achievement (CPMSAC) Committee has celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Letter: Improving Mental Health Services
The following open letter was addressed to the state senators and delegates representing Fairfax County.
CentreView Bulletin Board for 1/8/14
Bulletin Board for 1/8/14
NOVEC: Conserve Energy During Freeze
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative asks all customers to conserve energy during the cold snap this week by not using dishwashers, ovens, washing machines, and dryers.
Chantilly Teasers for 1/8/14
Chantilly Teasers for 1/8/14
Chantilly High Students Win State-wide Teen Stylin' Awards
Chantilly High students Mia Rickenbach and Diana Tsoy won design awards recently in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) Teen Stylin’ program. Both created dresses based on museum works of art.
Area Roundups
News in the area.
Living With My Decisions
On multiple occasions throughout my nearly five years of being treated for stage IV, non-small cell lung cancer, my oncologist has given me opportunities to stop and/or take a break from my treatment, or to consider alternatives to the normal protocols – for the expressed (literally) purpose of sustaining/enhancing the unexpected, above-average quality of life I have mostly experienced during my nearly non-stop, every three-week chemotherapy infusions which began in early March, 2009. The goal being to enable me to enjoy my life and not be subjected to/beaten down by the ravaging and debilitating effects of chemotherapy.
Kitchen Organization for the New Year
Local organizers, designers and culinary experts offer smart tips for making space and clearing clutter.
If organizing an unruly kitchen, one where there never seems to be enough space for storage containers and pots and pans, is on your list of resolutions this year, the project might be less daunting than you think. From creating a system for grouping spices to keeping plates in easy reach, local experts share secrets for a well-maintained kitchen. Hang pots and pans inside pantry doors, says Sallie Kjos of GreyHunt Interiors in Chantilly. "It organizes them, but decoratively can look effective."
Real Estate
2013: Banner Year in McLean and Great Falls
The total number of home sales in McLean and Great Falls is up in 2013 over 2012. Further every market segment is up year over year except for that in the under $750,000 category. The reason I believe that this segment fell short in terms of number of sales is due to lack of supply. Current inventory level is less than one month for homes to purchase for under $750,000 in McLean/Great Falls, which includes condos. Economists and other experts that analyze the real estate market typically consider a balanced market to be a 6-month supply, thus the current lower price market in McLean and Great Falls is in a seller’s market cycle. This is in line with market conditions experienced throughout 2013.
Putting Always Kids First
McLean basketball community mourns the loss of John Micocci.
Both the first time and last time I saw John Micocci, I was reffing house league basketball in McLean. The first time was in 2002. I was a new ref, which is to say a ref who has not learned the limits or extent of the “power” of the position. John was the age-group coordinator for the high school girls’ house league in McLean.
Top Designs of 2013
Local builders look back on their most impressive spaces.
From outdoor patios with the comforts of indoor family rooms to a stark white bathroom replete with Carrara marble flooring, local designers said they’ve created some spectacular living spaces in 2013. Their personal favorites may be surprising, and include a lot of kitchens and bathrooms.
Wolf Receives Character Does Count Award
U.S. Rep. Frank R. Wolf (R-10) was honored by the Patriot Republican Women’s Club at their annual Christmas Luncheon on Saturday, Dec. 14tat Assaggi Osteria in McLean. The Character Does Count Award is given annually to an outstanding leader who demonstrates ongoing adherence to the highest moral and spiritual ideals in personal as well as public behavior. Rep. Wolf’s long and distinguished career in Congress, his outstanding record of promoting human rights around the world, and his expertise in protecting Americans both here and in U.S. foreign operations makes him the ideal recipient of this award. Wolf’s strong leadership continues as he works diligently to convince Congress to investigate the security and intelligence failures that lead up to the attack and death of American citizens in Benghazi.
Bridge Work To Affect Route 29
Lane closures begin this week on Route 29 over Little Rocky Run, as the Virginia Department of Transportation replaces the structurally deficient bridge to improve safety and increase traffic flow.
Letter: Favoring Heavy Rail
Del. Scott Surovell has long advocated extension of the Metro Yellow line along the Richmond Highway through Mt. Vernon to Ft. Belvoir as the best solution to engender a long list of urbanistic, spatial, aesthetic, environmental and financial improvements to the entire corridor. He asked recently that others provide their opinion on the matter as the final steps in the study are reaching their conclusion and I am pleased to do so.
Letter: Ensure Qualified Appointments
At the Dec. 3, 2013 meeting of the Board of Supervisors, at Supervisor Hyland's request, the prospective re-appointment of Elizabeth Martin to an at-large seat on the County Wetlands Board was deferred and letters sent to the BOS in opposition to her re-appointment (including from me) were referred to the County Attorney's Office so that they can investigate allegations in those letters concerning actions by the Wetlands Board and Ms. Martin, and report back to the Board of Supervisors.
Letter: Improving Mental Health Services
The following open letter was addressed to the state senators and delegates representing Fairfax County: I apologize for not being able to attend this year’s hearing. I want to thank you all for once again allowing your constituents to voice our concerns and express our wishes for this new legislative session.