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Tax Holiday This Weekend Exempts School Supplies

Annual event assists customers and businesses.

A sharp new wardrobe, a perfect notebook, and a new school year go hand in hand. Back-to-school shopping is a yearly tradition for students and parents, and this weekend marks the seventh year of Virginia’s school supply tax holiday.

Clemyjontri Park Welcomes Wounded Warriors

Yellow Ribbon Fund hosts picnic for wounded military personnel and their families.

Three days of often-heavy rainfall and a dicey forecast was cause for some concern, but as if on cue, the clouds vanished and the sun shone down on the Yellow Ribbon Fund’s picnic on Sunday, July 22, in Clemyjontri Park in McLean.

A Pathway for Today’s Heroine

McLean’s Alianna Maren celebrates one year of ‘Unveiling: The Inner Journey.’

Last week, McLean author, Alianna Maren’s living room was filled with fascinating women. There were old friends, and new friends, several of whom edited or contributed to her recent book, "Unveiling: The Inner Journey."

Greeting Preschoolers for 40 Years

Gloria Turner celebrates a rare anniversary.

Each weekday morning for the last 40 years, Gloria Turner has greeted bleary-eyed children, ages 2 to 5, and their parents who are hesitant to leave but watchful of the clock that’s calling them to their offices.

Shumard Helps Preserve History

From George Washington Birthday Parade organizer to president of Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association.

In Alexandria, Joe Shumard’s name and the Alexandria George Washington Birthday Parade are almost synonymous.

Rotary Installs New Officers

Petniunas takes reins as 85th club president.

The Rotary Club of Alexandria formally installed Raymond V. Petniunas as the 85th club president at the July 10 meeting at Belle Haven Country Club that also recognized the 2012-2013 slate of officers and board members.

Obituary: Meredith G. Williams, Jr.

Meredith G. Williams, Jr., CDR USNR retired, died on June 29, 2012 at the age of 88. Born in Weymouth, Mass. he has resided in the Washington, D.C. area since 1956.

The Eyes Have It

Brahm Opticians celebrates 25 years.

Nancy Benjamin was 16 years old when she decided that she wanted to be an optician.

From Interpreter to Palm Reader to Painter

Liz Gerstein displays her artwork and analyzes handwriting.

Liz Gerstein is a master at reinventing herself. Throughout her life, she has followed her interests and passions to see where they lead her.

Former Churchill Grad Offers Naturopathic Remedies

Kevin Passero emphasizes natural means of healing.

When he graduated from the University of Colorado in Environmental Science, Kevin Passero was unsure about his career path.

Gutstein, Duber Wed

Peri Blair Gutstein and Brant Edwin Duber were married on May 27, 2012 by Rabbi Jonathan Stein at the Pierre Hotel in New York.

Fatherhood in the 21st Century

Potomac psychiatrist creates program to help men become better fathers.

During more than 30 years as a psychiatrist specializing in children and adolescents, Dr. Bruce Pfeffer has witnessed the impact that fathers can have on the lives of their children.

Ned Devine’s Hosts Wounded Warrior Golf Tournament

Annual event will feature servicemembers, benefit wounded warrior charities.

Ned Devine’s Golfing Society will host their second annual golf tournament to benefit wounded warriors Sept. 22 at the Herndon Centennial Golf Course. The society, a 501(c)7, is based out of Ned Devine’s Irish Pub in Herndon.

Local Student Keeps Watching Weather

Seventh grader Andrew Bottom runs two weather-related websites.

When it comes to weather, Herndon Middle School student Andrew Bottom has got it covered. The seventh grader and Reston resident has been studying the weather since his days at Aldrin Elementary School.

Meet the Aces

Host families, sponsors celebrate Alexandria Aces.

The Alexandria Aces celebrated with their host families, coaches, corporate partners and fans at the second annual Meet the Aces dinner June 26 at Union Street Public House.

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