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Week in Herndon

The Town of Herndon is seeking citizen volunteers to fill current vacancies on the Chestnut Grove Cemetery Advisory Committee. The committee provides guidance to the cemetery on future development, general operations and rules and regulations.

Herndon Officials Visit Richmond

Town of Herndon elected officials and staff traveled to Richmond on Thursday, Feb. 9, to visit the town’s representatives at the General Assembly and to discuss the town’s 2012 legislative agenda.

Vienna Shopping Center Awards $1,000 to Madison High

The merchants of Vienna Shopping Center donated $1,000 to James Madison High School as part of the shopping center's Holiday Shopping Spree promotion.

Vienna’s Historic Love Story

Prominent Vienna couple celebrated 65th wedding anniversary on Feb. 8.

In 1946, World War II was over and men and women in the armed forces were returning home, some to the hugs of spouses and children, others to parents and siblings. Mayo Stuntz, born and raised in Vienna, was one of those young men returning as an eligible bachelor.

Vienna Resident ‘Plants’ a Church

Johnny Kurcina grew up in Vienna, opened Anglican Christ Church Vienna.

Johnny Kurcina grew up in Vienna, going to local schools, playing local sports. Like many teenage boys, Kurcina wanted to get away from his hometown after graduating from James Madison High School.

Flint Hill School Fills ‘Empty Bowls’ to Benefit the Hungry

For the second consecutive year, the students of Flint Hill School and their friends and family partnered to raise funds for DC Central Kitchen on Feb. 11.

Deputy Director of Public Works Appointed

Director of Public Works Dennis Johnson announced the selection of Michael Gallagher as the Town’s Deputy Director of Public Works on Feb. 8.

Panelist and Author Eleanor Clift Addresses Woman’s Club of McLean

On Tuesday, Feb. 7, political reporter, commentator and author Eleanor Clift spoke at length about her life and career to the monthly meeting of the Woman’s Club of McLean.

Community Center to Host ‘Be Fit McLean’

The McLean Community Center’s second annual Be Fit McLean Outdoor Adventure Expo will give local individuals and families a chance to explore the many outdoor recreation options in the Washington Metropolitan area at a one-stop shop.

Heart Healthy in Great Falls

Heart transplant recipient Eric Sanson finds supporting community in Great Falls, McLean.

Great Falls resident Eric Sanson knew that he was at risk for a heart attack because of his family history, so twenty years ago, he was proactive in establishing a relationship with Northern Virginia cardiologist, Dr. Anne E. Summers of Cardiac Care Associates. Dr. Summers’ stated philosophy is "to listen and handle with care," which is exactly what she did with Sanson. He credits Dr. Summers’ "sharp ear" while listening to his heart through her stethoscope and identifying the fact that his heart was swelling.

Obituary: Barbara Parkinson, 67, Longtime Connection Employee, Dies

Barbara Jean Parkinson, 67, of Sterling, Va., died Feb. 7, 2012 at her residence. Born on Sept. 17, 1944 in New York she was the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Lundy.

Week in Vienna

Things happening in the Vienna area.

Week in McLean

Things happening in the McLean area.

Lorton’s Monopoly Tournament Supports Habitat for Humanity

The new location isn’t under the boardwalk, and you won’t receive a "Get Out of Jail Free" card, but Ron Kowalski, founder of Lorton’s annual Monopoly Tournament, said players of all ages will have a blast competing in the 5th annual game tournament at the Workhouse Arts Center.

And the Greatest of These Is Love

Celebrating a marriage in the face of Alzheimer's disease

The phone conversation was not going well. It was 1956 and Abe Ashcanase was being questioned by a new personnel relations employee regarding a colleague at his post in Bangkok

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