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Passing of Honored Park Volunteer Noted

Commander Richard E. Sargent USN (Retired), formerly of Springfield, died in hospice care in Madison Wisconsin on Nov. 28, 2020.

Vietnam Veterans Share Holiday Cheer in Northern Virginia

Vietnam Veterans of America Inc. Chapter 227 of Northern Virginia fulfilled their founding principle, “Never Again Will One Generation of Veterans Abandon Another,” by providing Holiday Cheer to military veterans, active duty personnel, and homeless families in several ways.

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Golden Radish Awarded for Urban Gleaning in Arlington

Each year, Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture gives out the Golden Radish Award to a person, group or business that has made a significant contribution to advancing urban agriculture issues, policies, programs and enterprises in Arlington.

Where to Give Locally in the Potomac Area

Local nonprofits need your help to help others for the holidays during the pandemic.

We list many kinds of nonprofits in and around Potomac: food banks, animal adoption, arts, environment, housing; find what appeals to you, and pitch in.

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First Female NFL Coach Got Her Start with the MV Majors

Mount Vernon native Callie Brownson is now a Cleveland Browns Coach

Female NFL Coach

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ArPets: Why Cats Could Be Good for Your Bones

Jennifer Zhuge's parents wouldn't allow pets when she was growing up.

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Christmas Casual or Go All Out?

As with many traditions, the pandemic is altering celebrations.

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Holiday Meals for Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon Area Seniors

During Thanksgiving week, the Shepherd's Center serving Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon (SC) was able to share Thanksgiving meals with local isolated senior clients.

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Great Falls’ 30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Santa's visit sparks the spirit of the season.

No way could Santa disappoint the children in Great Falls and miss the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting held this year on the Great Falls Village Centre Field on Sunday, Dec. 6.

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Looking Desperately for Holiday Santa Stars

Bob Nelson provides support to military families this COVID-19 holiday season.

For over ten years, long-time Great Falls resident and businessman Bob Nelson hosted his Military Appreciation Monday dinners at the Old Brogue, raising funds to support various United States military organizations at the twice-monthly events.

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For Whom the Bell Tolls in Alexandria

Red Kettle Campaign runs through Dec. 24

The familiar sound of holiday bells can be heard across the region as the Salvation Army continues its annual Red Kettle Campaign with new safety measures in place amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Lyles-Crouch Student Andras Is Out of This World

For all those who hold a fascination with outer space, the chance to ask a question to an astronaut on the International Space Station is beyond their wildest dreams.

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Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, Churches Feed Families for Thanksgiving

With the help of volunteers, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM) distributed Thanksgiving Food Boxes to 600 local families in need.

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Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, Volunteers Distribute Food to Neighborhoods

Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM), in coordination with the Sully District supervisor’s office, recently distributed 1,200 food boxes from Farmers to Families to area families in need.

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100th Birthday for Father John van de Pear

Cars line up early in the lower parking lot of Missionhurst on N. 25th Street on Sunday, Nov. 29 for a surprise drive-by parade for Father John van de Paer’s 100th birthday.