GMU Recognizes Interstate
George Mason University recently awarded Springfield-based Interstate (Moving-Relocation-Logistics) the John C. “Jack” Wood Award for Town Gown Relations. The university-wide award recognizes individuals and businesses that foster and demonstrate leadership in cultivating the mutually beneficial relationship between the university and surrounding community.
Writing a Novel in 30 Days
Hunters Woods fifth graders gear up for 2014 Young Writers Project.
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and for years the NaNoWriMo organization has put forth the challenge to write a novel in 30 days.
Holding Benefit for Homeless Animals
On Saturday, Sept. 27, Salma, 10, and Sami Saout, 7, and Selina, 10, and Jwana Al-Shihabi, 8 — all students at Churchill Road School — held a benefit at Kings Manor Park, selling lemonade, brownies and dog and cat treats to benefit the rescue kittens looking for homes through Mehr Flowers.
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Delightful Trick and Treat
‘The Rocky Horror Show’ at the Workhouse Arts Center.
The "edgy, fresh, bold, and daring" Unquiet Theatre is giving audiences a Halloween trick and treat with its production of the delightfully screwball musical "The Rocky Horror Show."
Oronoco Condos Almost Sold Out
Size matters in 60-unit residences with panoramic views.
The Oronoco Waterfront Residences, condominiums at 601 N. Fairfax St., are almost completely sold out. Only six units are left and sales began in May. Panoramic views of Oronoco Park, Old Town and the Potomac River as well as expansive city skyline views, are at least part of the reason. Then there is sheer size.
Suggestions to keep outdoor spaces functional through the fall
As the air turns crisp and we settle into fall, the time is ideal for creating a cozy setting, whether it’s elegant or rustic or modern. Many people have adapted part of their landscape as an outdoor room.
Planting for Fall
Planning your autumn garden and yard.
As the first few weeks of fall unfold, carrying with them the promise of rich and vibrant colors, many local residents are starting to plan their fall gardens, both ornamental and edible. Pruning and and overall garden cleanup will make way for fall plants. In fact, this is the perfect time to clear away summer foliage and plant, horticulture gurus said.
5K Race Honors Wounded Warriors
“Run With the Warriors” 5K Race in McLean supports wounded warriors at Vinson Hall.
On Saturday, Oct. 4, the 2014 McLean Run with Warriors 5K took place in downtown McLean, attracting thousands of spectators. General Norton A. Schwartz, 19th chief of staff for the U.S. Air Force, spoke at this year’s event.
Remodeler's Charity Home Tour
Clifton residents to hold open-house tour of newly remodeled homes for the benefit of local widow.
Those who know their way around Hunting Horse Drive sometimes might wonder what happened to the circa-1970s Colonial style house that used to be perched up on the overlook. Clearly, the sprawling manor house there now is an entirely different home, but how did it get there?
2014 Alexandria Beautification Awards
The Alexandria Beautification Commission announced the 2014 Alexandria Beautification Award winners in a ceremony held on Sept. 15, 2014 at the Little Theatre of Alexandria. The Commission, Vice Mayor Allison Silberberg and Councilman Paul Smedberg presented 25 awards.
Former Herndon Resident Alice Woodruff, 89, Dies
Alice Woodruff, 89, of South Bethany, Del., died on Sept. 30, 2014. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 66 years, Harry Charles Woodruff ("Woody") and her children, H. Charles Woodruff II and Cynthia Woodruff, four grandchildren, Christopher, Joel, Jamie and Allison Woodruff and four great-grandchildren, and many extended family members and friends.
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Message to Fairfax High School Community
Principal discusses school’s response to student’s death.
Following the unexpected death of Fairfax High School junior Cara Golias, school Principal David Goldfarb sent the following message to the Fairfax High community last Friday, Oct. 3:
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