Ripe Red Tomatoes, Juicy Peaches Highlight Area’s Farmers Markets
County’s markets are hopping as they go into National Farmers Market Week in early August.
National Farmers Market Week
Summer Camp in Age of Climate Change
Increased safety protocols result from climate change-induced extreme temperatures.
Some of the area’s youngest aspiring thespians are spending part of their summer honing their craft at Arlington’s Encore Stage & Studio’s camps.
Irvin Receives Vision Award
LeadingAge Virginia recently handed out awards at its 2021 annual conference.
Wellbeing: Back to Work
Angst, readjustment as employees return to the office
More than one year after the emergence of COVID-19 and the subsequent, work-from-home mandates, many employees are heading back to the office.
‘Nothing More Rewarding than Working with Kids’ in Fairfax City
TPG Pediatrics opens new office
Point 50 is one of Fairfax City’s newest commercial centers, and now making its home there is TPG Pediatrics (The Pediatric Group).
‘Reston Baby’ Promotes Reading from Birth
Reston Historic Trust shepherds and cheerleads community-collaborated project
Reston Historic Trust celebrated the release of its children’s board book, “Reston Baby” (2021), art by Molly Bergin, published by duopress, by throwing a launch party on Tuesday, June 15, at its museum located at 1639 Washington Plaza.
Environmental Expo Finds a Home in Fort Hunt Park
Tents, causes, and horrid tales of the lanternfly highlight the event.
Environmental Expo
Show Me the Money
Twig donates $150,000 to Inova Alexandria
The Twig, the Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital, presented a check for $150,000 to hospital president Dr. Rina Bansal and Inova Alexandria Hospital Foundation Board Chair Donald Simpson Jr. during the organization’s annual luncheon June 15 at the Potomac Riverfront home of philanthropist Joe Viar.
‘We Fly Where Other Aircraft Are Restricted’ Over Fairfax County
Police share information about their helicopters and drones.
In his 29th year with the Fairfax County Police Department, Capt. Mike Shamblin has headed the Helicopter Division for a year.
High School Seniors Awarded Scholarships
Provided by Reston Hospital’s medical staff
Ten Fairfax County high school students in the Class of 2021 received scholarships from the medical staff of Reston Hospital Center in recognition of their academic excellence and plans to pursue careers in healthcare.
This Summer Will Be a Balancing Act
Parents face a dilemma: give much needed mental break vs. boosting skills
As camps, swimming pools and simply spending time with friends were cancelled last summer and then followed by a tumultuous school year filled with uncertainty, parents are left to grapple with how to walk the fine line between catching up academically and tending to the overall well-being of their children.
Living Donor Liver Transplant Saves a Life
Doug Post of Arlington donates 65 percent of liver to his uncle
Doug Post from Arlington flew to Seattle in early March and returned home with only 35 percent of his liver.
Holding Dear: 2,364 Local Souls Lost to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Northern Virginia Regional Commission holds Remembrance Ceremony
On March 21, 2020, the Fairfax County Health Department reported its first death of a resident due to COVID-19.
Remembering Travis Staats in Arlington National Cemetery
Since 2006, there has been an 86 percent increase in suicide rates among 18-34 year old male veterans.
“Travis didn’t want to lose his job and his means to support his family. He loved his job and wanted to continue in the service. So he didn’t get the help he needed. We should make sure you don’t get penalized for seeking help.” — Deanna Muir, sister
Wellbeing: Faith Sustained Many During COVID-19 Crisis
How a belief in a higher power helped some people cope with pandemic
As she experienced the emotions and uncertainty around the coronavirus pandemic, Bracha Goetz turned to the tenets of her faith.