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Great Falls Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 10 Great Falls homes sold between $3,022,457-$423,000.

Great Falls Home Sales: February, 2013

Fairfax Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 60 Fairfax homes sold between $1,138,096-$150,800.

Fairfax Home Sales: February, 2013

Chantilly Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 12 homes sold between $875,931-$155,000 in the Chantilly area.

Chantilly Home Sales: February, 2013


Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 90 homes sold between $1,050,000-$149,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2013

Burke Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 24 Burke homes sold between $599,000-$165,000.

Burke Home Sales: February, 2013

Arlington Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 163 Arlington homes sold between $3,600,000-$88,000.

Arlington Home Sales: February, 2013


Alexandria Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 142 Alexandria homes sold between $1,900,000-$90,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: February, 2013

Order in the Court

Ronald Lawhorne promoted in surprise ceremony.

For many , it was long overdue. But in a humor-filled ceremony inside the courtroom of Chief Judge Becky Moore, Deputy Ronald Lawhorne was sworn in March 5 as a lieutenant in the Alexandria Sheriff's Department by his younger brother Sheriff Dana Lawhorne.

Four Local Students Become Published Playwrights

Young Playwrights’ Theater instills confidence in Arlington students.

Arlington students Cassidy Boomsma, Sam Burris and Julie Kashmanian got to add “published playwright” to their list of accomplishments when “Write to Dream,” a collection of plays, was published by the Young Playwright’s Theater in October of last year. YPT, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit organization, teaches students in and around the D.C. Metro the art of playwriting as a way to inspire their creativity, improve critical thinking skills and build confidence.


Patient Care Standout

Virginia Hospital Center receives national award.

Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington has every reason to be proud as a peacock. It was the only hospital in the Washington Metropolitan region, and one out of 332 in the nation, to receive the Healthgrades 2012 Outstanding Patient Experience Award.

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TC Boys’ Soccer Beats South Lakes

Titans off to 2-0 start, have not allowed a goal.

The Titans will face Mount Vernon on Thursday.

Alexandria and Mount Vernon Calendar March 21

Entertainment calendar for the Alexandria and Mount Vernon areas.


Centreview School Notes March 21

School notes for residents from the Centreville and Chantilly areas.

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In the Line of Duty

Remembering slain officer Charles Hill.

As thousands of supporters poured into Virtue Feed and Grain restaurant March 10 for a fundraiser for Alexandria Police Officer Peter Laboy, one attendee quietly slipped away to pay a visit to an often-overlooked corner of a park that sits just steps away.

Centreview Bulletin Board March 21

Information for events in the Centreville and Chantilly areas.


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A Roundabout or a Traffic Signal?

Braddock/Pleasant Valley intersection to be improved.

Pretty much everyone agrees that the intersection of Braddock and Pleasant Valley roads in Centreville is a pain. It’s tiny and congested, with especially long waits for drivers during rush hours.

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The W Salon Revamps, Attracts Celebrities

Three-year-old salon reveals new look, hosts 300 at posh party.

The night that the W Salon unveiled its 3,000-square-foot space with champagne for toasting, lime green attire for guests and hosts alike (in honor of their signature color), live jazz, a photobooth, food and celebrity guests, they welcomed 300 partygoers--and some follow-up business too.

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‘How Does This Help Us?’

Some residents say fixing congested intersection may lead to other problems.

At Monday night’s meeting about plans to fix the Braddock/Pleasant Valley roads intersection, VDOT’s Bill Cutler said early cost estimates for the project are in the $3 million to $4 million range. But, he added, utility relocation, environmental problems and land-acquisition costs could raise the price.


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Youth Basketball League Championships

The Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities held the Youth Basketball League Championship Games on Saturday, March 9 at T.C. Williams High School.

Herbstreith Receives LCAC’s Founder’s Award

Gala raised $120,000 for Lorton Community Action Center.

The Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) presented Christine Herbstreith, a Lorton resident since 1954, with the organization’s Founders Award at LCAC’s “Spring into Action” Gala on Saturday, March 2, in front of a crowd of more 200 attendees.