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Arrest in Liquor Store Assault in Montgomery County

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigative Section have arrested and charged a 31-year-old Silver Spring man with assault charges related to an August 29 incident in which police say the suspect assaulted an employee who was working in a Montgomery County Liquor and Wine store located in Potomac Village.

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Obituary: SLHS Alumni Adwoa A. Kessie, ’99

Served on the front lines of COVID-19 pandemic.

Longtime Reston resident and South Lakes High School alumni, Adwoa A. Kessie, Class of ‘99, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, after a long battle with COVID-19.

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Oakton Teen Aims to Gather Ten Tons of Food for Local Pantry

Hadley Husisian has gathered over 9,000 pounds of food so far, as the demand for food assistance continues to soar.

As a competitive fencer, 17-year-old Hadley Husisian of Oakton is usually very busy during the school year.


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Vienna Author Explores Cultures, History

Craig Bradley publishes first in a series of children’s books.

Craig Bradley’s travels have taken him to five continents.

Tickets on Sale for Alden Drive-Thru Drama in McLean

After a hugely successful first endeavor that sold out all performances, The Alden in McLean is bringing back its Drive-Thru Drama performances in September.

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Wedding: Stephanie Gaibler and Nicolas Sutton

Stephanie Gaibler of Great Falls, Virginia married Nicolas Sutton on Sept. 5, 2020 at the RiverBend Country Club in Great Falls.


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More Than Food at the Great Falls Community Farmers Market

Vision-driven, producer-only and community-focused.

The Great Falls Community Farmers Market lured locals to the Village Center at 778 Walker Road, Great Falls, at the start of the Labor Day weekend.

Opinion: Column: Cancer For Dummies: Me

As I was telling my long-time friend, Rita, over the phone on Saturday afternoon, as a cancer patient – and I know this is going to sound ridiculous, short-sighted and stupid, I am not always forthcoming and honest when it comes to sharing new symptoms with my doctors, particularly my oncologist.

Last Chance to See the ASPIRE HOUSE in McLean

Design showhouse closes on Sunday, Sept. 13.

Designing a dream home can be likened to assembling a haute couture wardrobe.


Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Word About Sign-Stealing

Complaints about Biden signs disappearing across Great Falls have been on the rise.

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Our Mom Eugenia Staying Afloat in Great Falls

The pandemic has not been easy for Our Mom Eugenia in Great Falls: the Greek restaurant, which relied almost entirely on indoor, dine-in service prior to the pandemic, has had to adjust to a new business model and decreased sales.

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Great Falls Resident Runs in Virtual Boston Marathon

Luis Narvaez, 46, completed the race in 3 hours and 51 minutes.

On Sunday, Sept. 6, Great Falls resident Luis Narvaez ran in his first-ever Boston Marathon, which was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


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Art Season Begins in Great Falls

September is the start of the art season in Great Falls when two big events arrive in town.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Old Town Alexandria Businesses in Support of the Live Event Industry

Common Plate Hospitality along with other businesses in Old Town Alexandria are coming together to support the Live Event Industry by participating in the Red Alert #WEMAKEEVENTS movement which supports the Bill S3814, the Restart Act proposed to Congress.

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The Other Alexandria: Grandfather and Us: Wilmer Benjamin Henry

There are many stories in Alexandria about its past and when the West End of Alexandria was rural.


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Above and Beyond in Alexandria

First responders honored in hybrid Valor Awards ceremony.

The Chamber ALX held its 2020 Valor Awards Aug. 27 at the Hilton Old Town Alexandria in a hybrid ceremony that adhered to social distancing guidelines while honoring the city’s first responders for their heroic actions in the line of duty.

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Restaurant of the Week: River Bend Bistro in Mount Vernon, with Local Roots and French Training

River Bend Bistro offers a comfortable restaurant experience with simple, good food and quality wine, all a part of the menu of local chef and owner Caroline Ross.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Need Help in the Gap

I am writing about the generous services provided to older low income city residents and the lack of similar services for everyone else.


Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Amendment 1

As a volunteer over the last four years advocating to end gerrymandering and reform the way our legislative districts are drawn, I wanted to let you know that we have a chance to approve a state constitutional amendment to create the Commonwealth’s first ever redistricting commission.

Board Chair of Shepherd’s Center Receives Community Champion Award

William "Bill" Farrell, Board Chair of Shepherd's Center serving Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon (SC) has received the Hunter Mill District Community Champion Award.