Master Minds Win Regional Tournament, Place Fourth in State
The "Master Minds" First Lego Robotics Team from Cooper Middle and Spring Hill Elementary Schools in McLean won the Division 2 First Lego League "Food Factor" Regional Tournament held Nov. 20 at George Mason University.
Sending Gifts to the ‘Buddy School’
As part of their holiday celebrations, Churchill Road students participated in a variety of community service projects.
Lewinsville Road Bridge Being Demolished
Starting on or about Tuesday, Jan. 3, the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes Project will begin removing the old Lewinsville Road Bridge.
MCC, Water Rates to Mark 2012
Possible community center expansion, change in water providers on the horizon in 2012.
"We don’t want to make any decision about the future without first doing our due diligence." -- MCC Board President Kevin Dent
Celebrating 100th Birthday
On New Year, McLean resident turns 100.
While we’re all celebrating the beginning of 2012, Margaret "Bunny" Ursin will be celebrating her 100th birthday. Bunny still leads a very active life, promoting the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise, and continually striving to help others.
Great Falls Resident Steven P. Mullins appointed to George Mason University Board of Visitors
Great Falls resident Steven P. Mullins, Chief Financial Officer and President of SPM Consulting, was appointed by Gov. Bob McDonnell to a four year term on the George Mason University Board of Visitors.
Gilbert Exhibits at the Great Falls Tavern, D.C. and Bethesda
Great Falls artist Robert Gilbert is starting 2012 with three parallel exhibits, one of which is an exhibit with 13 paintings at the Great Falls Tavern, 9835 Georgetown Pike in Great Falls through March 1.
Reinvigorating the Arlington Way
Mary Hynes elected chairwoman of County Board.
One day, about 30 years ago, Mary Hynes became concerned when she learned that one of the school system’s programs was about to be cancelled.
Santa Comes to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
On Dec. 20, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church held their annual children’s Christmas party. Children were able to create Christmas crafts, have their pictures taken with the one and only Saint Nick, and enjoy a delicious hot dog dinner.
Great Falls Looks Ahead to 2012
Great Falls Looks Ahead to 2012
Last year saw progress on several issues around Great Falls, issues that will affect residents for generations to come.
Building on Mars at Kent Gardens
Sixth graders design community on Mars.
“Precise” is not a word that sixth graders typically use. But the word pops up often when speaking to sixth graders from Jay Crowell’s class at Kent Gardens Elementary.
Area Rotarians Help Homestretch, Homeless
A $10,527 grant to help start a preschool program.
Rotary Clubs from McLean, Alexandria, Bailey’s Crossroads, Burke, Fairfax, Falls Church, Reston, Rosslyn/Fort Myer, Tysons and Vienna have teamed this year to partner with Homestretch, a nonprofit which serves Fairfax County and provides transitional housing to homeless families.
Fire Station Holds Onto History
Firefighters repair historic bell in front of station.
For more than 50 years, the original Great Falls fire station housed the men and women of the Great Falls Volunteer Fire Department.
Column: Intact or Abstract
How does one not become consumed with something that is all-consuming? Moreover, how does that same one take certain information in stride that potentially is anything but stride-worthy?
Where is Lenny Harris?
Prominent civic activist has been missing since last week.
Lenny Harris was last seen at a place that was close to his heart, the Charles Houston Recreation Center.
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Titans Working Hard with Playoffs in Mind
Randolph: It’s been an intense offseason.
Titans Working Hard with Playoffs in Mind
Rossi, Richardson Look To Continue Football Careers
Rossi hopes to walk on at Pitt, Richardson to play at Glenville State.
Rossi, Richardson Look To Continue Football Careers
Fairfax Station, Clifton, Lorton & Springfield Calendar
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Pass-Happy Wolverines Looking for QB To Emerge
Sophomore Henderson, senior Ruiz competing for starting job.
Pass-Happy Wolverines Looking for QB To Emerge