Armstrong Hailed as Leader of Year
Chamber honors chef, local businesses.
Cathal Armstrong was honored Nov. 13 by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce as the 2012 Business Leader of the Year.
New 495 Express Lanes Open for Business
Fourteen mile stretch of tolled lanes open from Dulles Toll Road to Springfield.
The 495 Express lanes opened to traffic in the early morning hours of Saturday, Nov. 17, marking the completion of a project more than 10 years and $2 billion in the making.
Viewpoints in Reston: "What are you thankful for?"
Residents of Reston answer the question, "What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving Day?"
Editorial: Be Part of Children's Gazette Packet
Deadline approaches for special edition.
During the last week of each year, The Gazette Packet devotes its entire issue to the creativity of local students and children. The results are always remarkable. It is a keepsake edition for many families.
Column: The TC Transformation Story: Past, Present and Future
Many have long believed the excellence of T.C. Williams to be a fact. However, in March 2010, our community received a very different message from the U.S. and Virginia departments of education. Referring to end-of-course Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments from the 2007-09 school years, the U.S. Department of Education designated T.C. Williams High School as a Persistently Lowest Achieving (PLA) school, among the lowest 5 percent of Title I eligible schools in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Column: Lessons for Serving and Governing
An inaugural column.
This is the first in a series of columns, coordinated by former council member Lonnie Rich, that will also include other past city leaders writing on governance and politics.
Getting Up to Speed on Healthcare
Panel discussion addresses small business issues with Affordable Health Care Act.
The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel discussion Friday, Nov. 16 at the Dulles Westin, to examine the effects of the Affordable Health Care Act on business owners.
Column: Caregivers: The Selfless Citizens
The caregivers are husbands, wives, daughters, sons, other relatives and friends. ... These good people are unsung heroes who do not seek praise and glory, but the community should never ignore their hard work.
Board of Lady Managers Celebrates 140 Years
Old and new friends enjoy day of food, shopping and fashion to benefit Inova Alexandria Hospital.
The Board of Lady Managers was celebrating 140 years of dedication.
Paying Tribute to ‘Dogs of War’
Local author’s new book examines American leaders and their dogs.
Kathleen Kinsolving knows that inspiration can come from strange places. In 2000, she was helping a friend move when she came upon a trunk full of books, including Carlo D’Este’s biography of Gen. George Patton, “Patton: A Genius for War.”
CBT Presents Holiday Classic
Ashley Tern, Lily Campbell to star in Classical Ballet Theatre’s “The Nutcracker.”
When they take the stage for the Classical Ballet Theatre’s annual performance of “The Nutcracker,” 13-year-olds Ashley Tern and Lily Campbell will take their first lead roles in a combined 21 years of dance.
Family Makes it on the Trail
Scott Jenkins, son Tracy hike Appalachian Trail over summer.
While it’s said that a journey begins with a single step, for the Jenkins family of McLean, their 2,000-mile plus journey began by literally climbing a mountain.
Alexandria Bulletin Board: Nov. 21, 2012
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Riverbend Prepares for Budget Cuts
With five percent cuts looming, group looks to preserve 400-acre park.
As Fairfax County prepares for a possible budget shortfall of $100 million in Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015, all county agencies have been asked to submit budgets that cut five percent from FY2013 levels.
Beach Mill Road Plans Unveiled
New bridge will be installed summer 2013, contractor has incentives for early finish.
The Virginia Department of Transportation will begin construction on the Beach Mill Road bridge over Nichols Run as early as next May.
Brief: Run for Shelter Raises $30,000
The 3rd annual Run for Shelter will be held Nov. 23, 2013.
Obtituray: Evelyn Virginia Bird Linton
Evelyn Virginia Bird Linton, 90, died Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012.
Bibliophiles Rejoice
Richard Byrd Library Book Sale a holiday bestseller.
Booklovers, bargain hunters and holiday shoppers will find the perfect gift for everyone on their holiday list at the annual Richard Byrd Library holiday book sale beginning Thursday, Nov. 29.
Viewpoints in BFLS: What Are You Thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day?
Residents of Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station/Lorton and Springfield answer the question, "What are you grateful for on this Thanksgiving Day?"
Brief: NAACP, Fairfax County Branch Elects New President
Brief: Campaigning on the platform, “A New Beginning,” Shirley Ginwright was elected president of the Fairfax County Branch of the NAACP. Ginwright pledged to increase membership, membership participation, civic engagement, and community involvement.