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Kealani Nanz of Fairfax Station, who made the breast cancer banner, with coach Patty Friedman.
The 60 members of the Shark Tank Racing Squad raised $32,000 for the NBCC Artemis …
Senior members of the Shark Tank team who were awarded medals include (from left): Cora …
Shark Tank Racing Squad Coach Patty Friedman chats with the swim team before the swimming …
Capt. Alex Obert assists Rosalyn Sanchez with a search camera.
Capt. Alex Obert assists Stephanie Trachtenberg with hearing faint noises through a listening device.
Paul Serzan, a Firefighter Paramedic and K9 Handler with the Virginia Task Force 1, works …
Paul Serzan, Firefighter Paramedic and K9 Handler with Virginia Task Force 1, with his dog …
(From left): Paul Gilbert, Executive Director, NOVA Parks; Michael Nardolilli, NOVA Parks Chairman; Mount Vernon …
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the purchase of the Stribling property at Pohick Bay Regional …
Paul Gilbert, Executive Director of NOVA Parks, and Alan Rowsome of the Northern Virginia Conservation …
Janet Bocaner of Great Harvest Bread Company of Burke.
Burke Farmers Market Managers Hala Elbarmil and Lisa Kershes.
Sandy Lombardi cuts apples at Kuhn Orchards of Cashtown, Pa., on Saturday, April 14, 2018, …
Customers at Glascock’s Produce located in Berkeley Springs in Morgan County, W.Va.
Zach Schmitz and James Branch of Honeycomb Heroes of Stafford.
Brad Smith of Smith Family Farm in Gainesville sells fresh eggs.
Supervisor Dan Storck is interviewed for TV.
More than 100 people attended the Open House.
The line was long for the Open House on the future of the Old Mount …
The Old Mount Vernon High School was built in 1939.
Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe greets guests after the Trump Tax Town Hall meeting.
The panelists for the Trump Tax Town Hall Meeting included (from left): Nicole Gill, Tax …
Marta Connor of Clifton.
This new home office by Anthony Wilder Design/Build incorporates a custom-designed cord control system.
Peggy Wallace Kennedy
Melinda Doolittle
Brooke Ross
Beth Meyer, co-owner of the Green Lizard Cycling displays a shirt. The Herndon bike store …
Realtors say professionally staged homes spend less time on the market.
Clasped hands signify the Confederate and Union men making peace in the years following the …
Patti Lupone performing Woulda , Coulda, Shoulda at 54 Below on July 22, 2013. ..Photo …
Father Joseph Francavilla and Middle Eastern Food Festival “sweets” chair Samira Bailey, of Holy Transfiguration …
The addition's stacked pyramidal design not only satisfies family “use” requirements, but also allows the …
The new sunroom was designed to complement an existing patio which is linked to a …
Charlotte Maloney went through cooling therapy as an infant to help reverse brain injuries that …
Madeline Francis is hard at work at last year's archaeology camp, hosted by the Alexandria …
Bull Run Marina offers watersport access along the Occoquan.
During the summer, Huntley Meadows Park becomes a great place for butterfly spotting.
Huntley Meadows Park contains more than 1500 acres of forest, meadows and newly restored, extensive, …
The surface to the new food prep island/dining counter is more than twice the width …
While staying within the footprint of their existing 18-year old-kitchen, Dave and Cindy Kuntzman gained …
Campers at Hidden Oaks Nature Center marvel at a crayfish they netted in the creek.
Evan Hoffman won the award for Outstanding Direction of a Musical, for Elden Street Players’ …
The Theater Unspeakable cast in ‘Superman 2050.’
John Micocci
From left: Katie Ernst, Ginny Atwood, Amanda Thoburn, Allison Byers raced 26.2 miles and helped …
LaDan Nemati's performance of "Willow Waltz" won her a silver medal at the Solo Ice …
Local chefs say that contrary to popular belief, farmers markets are teeming with fresh, local, …
Pastry chef Susan Limb peels honey crisp apples to make a dessert using fresh fall …
In a truck donated by Jack Taylor's Toyota, Brendan O'Toole and fellow T.C. Williams classmates …
Former Marine sergeant Brendan O'Toole stretches prior to beginning a run earlier this month.
Ben Gaiarin, a 16-year-old Reston native and student at South Lakes High School, caramelizes a …
Skye Jannery-Barney
Skye Jannery-Barney of Great Falls on stage at Miss Junior Teen America 2013 competition.
An artist’s rendition of Sunoco’s proposed new convenience store.
From left: Kelly Bui, Kailey Clawes and Elijah Foster had fun at Centreville Elementary’s Summer …
Jasmine Fazel, 7, reads “Look Out, Jack, the Giant is Back,” with teacher Michelle Fleischman.
Teacher Lucia Park and some of the rising fifth- and sixth-graders who learned about estimation …
Keith Oberg, head of Bikes for the World, teaches Life Scout Conor Mears how to …
Fireworks on Lake Anne.
Rod (puppet) and Sean Garcia.
Stephanie Gaia Chu as Christmas Eve with Kate Monster (puppet).
Lucy the Slut (puppet), Claire O’Brien, Princeton (puppet), and Sean Garcia
The LTA cast of the musical “Avenue Q,” which runs through Aug. 17.
The community came together to help support the 7th Annual Theater Night Fundraiser at the …
H&M opened its new location at 614 King St. on July 25. The grand opening …
Volunteers and church members Sheila and her mother Earnestine McClain help out at the 11th …
Children play on the moon bounce at the Alfred Street Baptist Church during the Brother’s …
Donated items include backpacks, clothes and school supplies.
Keara Finnerty, a 2013 W.T. Woodson High School graduate, will play college basketball at Stetson …
Goalkeeper Lucas Belanger, a 2013 Mount Vernon High School graduate, will play soccer at American …
Bishop Ireton graduate Louis Khouri, with ball, will play basketball at Catholic University of America.
Charlie Edwards, 94, was awarded the bronze medal.
Jack Cason, 80, brought home the gold medal from the National Senior Games held last …
Two neighbors at Greenspring retirement community brought home medals in archery from the National Senior …
The Richard Byrd Library penguin mascot sits inside the Historic Sydenstricker Schoolhouse. It will be …
The Antarctic patch is clearly visible on the explorer coat. It is the same kind …
A reading enthusiast dons the Antarctic explorer suit that children will be able to try …
The Community Founders stand before a photo of Richard Byrd, who they will commemorate on …
Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) spoke about his adoption experience during the event to promote the …
Nannette Bowler, director of the Fairfax County Department of Family Services, served as mistress of …
From left—Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock); Ryan Kelly, Office of Governor Bob McDonnell; Janet Kelly and …
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova welcomed Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell during the …
More than 100 people turned out to welcome Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell who was at …
Susan Hellman is the new director of Carlyle House in Old Town. The Del Ray …
Caitie Belle Yevoli still studies piano in between dance rehearsals, but has had to drop …
Young adults and students from all over the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area showed films in …
Brittany Yevoli has been dancing since age 3 and plans to pursue a professional career …
Fairfax Station residents Brittany, 14, and Caitie Belle Yevoli, 13, wait to perform following a …
The filmmakers of the psychological drama, “Coffee Shop”: Joey D’Alessandro, 18, of the New School …
“Sweet Dreams,” by Derek Allen, Robbie McDonald, Chase Buesking and Jordan Buzzell, won Best Picture …
Marlon Toruno, 29, a friend of fest Director Dani Weinberg’s from their college days at …
Founder/Director of the Clifton Film Fest Dani Weinberg has another artistic entrepreneurial upstart in the …
Clifton Film Fest Technical Director Eugene Abedejos (pictured) met festival Founder/Director Dani Weinberg in college …
Zach Griffin, a founding member of the Fairfax area film start-up Hand Me Down Films, …
This quilt by Audrey Lipps is titled, “Peeling Back the Onion.”
The “Sessions” team of young filmmakers from all over the county: John Vittori, writer, 17; …
Lisa Ellis called her quilt “Empty Nest.”
In the healing category, Dianne E. Thomas created this quilt called, “From Papa’s Window.”
Kiyoka Rhodes, a Lorton resident of 11 years and alumnus of Word of Life Christian …
Derek Allen, a Robinson Secondary School grad now in college at UNC Charlotte for film …
Katherine Loop of Fairfax, director of “Life in Reverse,” wrote and filmed the short documentary …
New White Oaks Principal Ryan Richardson with fourth graders (from left) Nam Vu, Michael Beene …
Expressing joy, Linda T. Cooper of Burke created this quilt depicting blooming flowers.
McLean residents Roy and Linda O’Brien on a new section of the Lewinsville Road Trail. …
From left, Julie Kerlin strolls down the new trail that connections Churchill Road and Ingleside …
From left, Supervisor John Foust (D-Dranesville), Bill Boston, Fairfax County Park Authority project manager, Kirk …
The County Council approved two bills July 23 to protect trees in the county’s right …
Khory Moore, with ball, helped the Wakefield boys’ basketball team reach the state semifinals in …
Captured as a slave, Aida hears pleas from other Nubian slaves to intervene and help …
Sarah Chapin is Nubian princess Aida, the heroine of the musical tragedy “Aida” in the …
Amneris, played by George C. Marshall High School graduate Christine Foerster, glows in gold as …
Egyptian princess and fashionista goddess Amneris, played by George C. Marshall High School graduate Christine …
Sibel Ariken, manager of Roosters MGC, applies relaxing steam towels in preparation for the store’s …
President and CEO Luke Hingson speaks at the opening of the warehouse in Merrifield. Hingson’s …
B.J. Leber addressed the attendees of the event. Leber serves are the chair of the …
Ruth Anderson, director of Virginia Supply Program for BFF, speaks at the grand opening of …
The Crossings in Charlottesville, built by Virginia Supportive Housing (VSH), is the type of affordable …
Small and affordable doesn’t necessarily mean boring. Many furniture companies, such as IKEA, Target and …
Dental patients get out of the chair and into the pool for Dr. Tisseront's 11th …
From left—Katherine Rensel, Kimberly Clifner, Brandon Clifner and Dennis Rensel.
Administering the Enlistment Oath—Marine Recruit Brandon A. Clifner and Colonel Dennis J. Rensel, USAF (ret).
Rong Hu
Linda Kint, a competitor of the Summer Sizzle Show at Frying Pan Park, holding a …
Club officer Bill Hollar (left) helps a miniature horse ready for the next show at …
The club officers of the Old Dominion Miniature Horse Club at Frying Pan Farm Park …
Wildlife sanctuary operator Jennifer Westhoff displays a lizard to the Summer Fun Camps participants assembled …
Children enrolled in the Summer Fun Camps take trips to see the Thursday Farmers Market …
Summer camp counselor Ian Holleran (center) stands with children now enrolled in the Herndon Summer …
Herndon Summer Fun Camps Director Harriet Van De Riet (left) and Rachel Anzengruber, assistant director …
Edwin C. Roessler
Brad Dotson, a 2013 Langley High School graduate, will play lacrosse at Bucknell University.
Trypetus Cooper Padmore, a Reston resident, celebrates 15 years of her nonprofit, Hinds Feet Ministries, …
Ohio’s Blair Carman and the Belleview Boys play rock and roll just like Jerry Lee …
Dance classes are followed by more time to practice or show off new skills to …
Every dance at the Spanish Ballroom is preceded by a drop-in, beginner lesson included in …
Tom Koerner and Debra Sternberg hold dances regularly at Glen Echo. Dances are preceded by …
Linda Nimmo and Jamie Finch of KidWX gave away fresh fruit when they recently sponsored …
Herndon’s Shana Spiegel created “Out on a Limb.”
“Butterfly” by Oak Hill’s Anne Winchell.
Jo Moury, “Dove of Peace.”
Susan Walen, “Friends: May Our Children Do Better Than We Did.”
“Broken Promises,” by Merrilee Tieche, whose husband and daughter both died.
Linda K. Bell, “Life is Change.”
Angela Maves, “Elementals—Earth Spirits.”
Christine Somerset, “Crossroads.”
Marianne Hendrickse, “Family Circle Celebrations.”
Ann Turley, “Consider the Lilies.”
From left, Anna Baig and Lauren Torri took charge of the fresh celery table. Torri …
Herndon Without Hunger Coordinator and FAITH Fundraiser Somayyah Ghariani is all smiles when she realizes …
Israfeel Jaka, 10, (left), and his brother Mikaeel, 12, were all business as they worked …
From left—Rizwan Jaka, board member of the All Dulles Area Muslim Society (ADAMS) and ADAMS …
From left—Fairfax County Domestic Relations Services Director Laura Harris, Isaiah Wilborn, from Eastern Motors, Ranya …
The volunteers get last minute instruction—and thanks—before the doors open on the July 25 Herndon …
Supervisor John Foust (D-Dranesville District) addresses the Herndon Without Hunger volunteers before the start of …
KidWX co-founders Linda Nimmo (right) and Jamie Finch (left) helped sponsor "Autism Night Out," an …
Photographer Charles Walker took two photos that will be a part of the Herndon 2014 …
Andrew Rhodes next to his photo “Herndon in the Fog,” which will be included in …
Trypetus Cooper Padmore, founder of Hinds Feet Ministries, welcomes visitors to the 15th anniversary of …
KidWX co-founders Linda Nimmo (right) and Jamie Finch (left) (pictured with Montgomery County Police Officer …
JD Callander
Eleventh graders Maya Wong of Ontario and Christopher Baughman of Great Falls star in the …
Local high school students, from left, Maresca Brand, Ryan Fields, Ben Stein-Lubrano and Christopher Baughman, …
Maya Chapman Wong and Christopher Baughman in “Much Ado About Nothing.”
From left: Will Pilkinton, Hamlet coach Ivan Pizarro, Chase Lewis.
Chase Lewis
Will Pilkinton
Kathleen Betti stands next to her photo “Snow Day on Elden Street,” which was selected …
(From left): Julia Bullock, assistant coach Andrew Hwang, Emmy Mohler (homeschooled, age 12), Maria Baird …
Flint Hill student Kate Walker, 12, counters a serve from her coach.
From left—Julia Bullock and Callie Goodwin help clean up the courts after practice.
Aliyah Pandolfi wearing a Poshkar Jama shawl at Bed Headers Home.
Embroidered jackets at Kashmir Rose.
Great Falls Library Branch Manager Daniela Dixon and local Great Falls author Kristin Clark Taylor …
From left, Daniela Dixon, branch manager, welcomes the Great Falls Writer’s Group facilitator Kristin Clark …
Old Town has a total of four outfalls, three of which dump raw sewage into …
Jack Nutter explains how to clip herbs carefully, as the first step in the drying …
Jack Nutter, the avid gardener, with his wife Maggie McNeil, a superb cook, with herb …
"Seat by the Window: Montmartre," oil, by Jill Banks.
"Ballerinas I," oil by Jill Banks, with the two dancers from the Nashville Ballet Company …
Leo Schefer testifies before the Authority on behalf of the Washington Airports Task Force. The …
Matthew Kahn, broker/owner of Falls Realty in Falls Church, and Mary Beth Coya, senior VP, …
The members of the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority listen to testimony during the public hearing …
A Tibetan monk uses a chakphur or metal funnel to build the mandala sand painting …
Multi-colored sand is being used to create the Sand Mandala.
Program coordinators: Carolee Egan of Oakton with the Rev. Russell Heiland, senior minister of Unity …
(From left): Tracy Ishmael of Fairfax and Sonia Arches of Manassas look over Tibetan jewelry.
Luzy Perez of Fairfax and Anita Harley of Reston cut The Mystical Arts of Tibet …
A Tibetan Buddhist monk blesses the sand that is being used to create the Sand …
The blessing of the sand opening ceremony at Unity of Fairfax Church in Oakton last …
Tigist Tufa, 26, of Ethiopia was first place female runner with a time of 37.19. …
Girma Elala Bedada, 33, of Ethiopia won the race with a time of 30.48. He …
Jay Jacob Wind, 63, of Arlington, was the race director.
Jon Vrana, 58, of Fairfax portrays Abram Lydecker, owner of the Freeman Store, a fixture …
Runners at the start of the Friends of the W&OD 10K Race on Saturday in …
Sen. Mark Warner, a regular cyclist and W&OD trail-user, helps hoist up the timing bridge …
Sen. Mark Warner (right) presents a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol to Roger Neighborgall, …
The Great Falls Senior Center (GFSC) held its first member luncheon Wednesday, July 24 at …
Heath Suddleson
On July 27, a Fairfax County Animal Shelter staff member, dressed in a special suit …
A Fairfax County Animal Shelter volunteer plays with a dog in a play yard designated …
Dealing with an outbreak of upper-reparatory infections in the dog population, a staff member at …
Captain II Willie Bailey, aide to the asst. chief of Personnel Services, Fairfax County Fire …
The Fairfax County Park Authority recently completed a trail that connections Churchill Road to Ingleside …
The new section of trail along Lewinsville Road, which runs east of Scotts Run Road …
Julia Bullock, assistant coach Andrew Hwang, Emmy Mohler (homeschooled, age 12), Maria Baird and Callie …
From left—Megan Steele, Gwendolyn Evans, Marin Bronaugh, Amy Chang and Paige Cole played orphans in …
From left—David Smith, State Senator Chap Petersen (D-34) and Greg Conrad perform “A New Deal …
Members of Children’s Trust Fund participate in a bake sale on June 22: From left, …
The Fakir family is one recipient of a rickshaw through the Sponsor a Family program. …
Chef Jacques Haeringer
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia presents a gift to the Great Falls Rotary Club.
The section of trail along Lewinsville Road, which runs from Windy Hill Road to Scotts …
Brandon Fabian in a backstroke race.
Brandon Fabian
The Shouse Village Sharks’ Fiona Williams swimming in the girls 9-10 50 Meter Backstroke.
The Northern Virginia Nereids synchronized swim team after they participated in the finals at Age …
Back row: John Nothaft, Harris Kaserman, Matt Livingston, Jeff Cazenas, Nick Grisius, Kalib Ashcraft, coach …
From left—Langley Wildthings seniors Jack Reilly, Kat Owczarski and Chris Paul.
Mackenzie Brennan took first place in Junior Girls category with a score of 114.80.
Molly Estes took first place in Freshman Girls category with a score of 63.95.
The Vienna All Stars senior league team.
Hurricanes Forever: Long time North Hills swimmers Zach Deker and Rachel Swarts pose together for …
Sydney Cook of Lake Audubon gives it her all in the Girls (11-12) 50 meter …
Lake Audubon's Madeleine Daum brings home the win on the anchor leg of the Girls …
Trevor Groves (bottom) of Lake Audubon tries to catch Autumnwood's Benjamin Thompson in the Boys …
Lake Audubon's Griffin Scanlan outpaces the field to win the Boys (11-12) 50 meter Butterfly.
Left to right: Micaela Grassi, Maggie Duff, Shannon Sparks, Jessica Hawken, Mat Campet (Head Coach), …
The undefeated River Bend StingRays won their fourth consecutive DCCL Blue Division Championship.
One day while out tubing with their boat, Alex, Andrew, Bailey and Lauren Robertory of …
Mimi and John Totten of Clifton submitted a photo of their kittens, Coco and Champ, …
Reggie Jordan-Little of Fairfax Station, faithful companion of Linda Jordan.
Chantilly native Anuj Gupta, an American University alum currently living in Arlington, showed his film …
The Alexandria-based band FeelFree has just embarked on an eight-date tour of the East Coast, …
During a meeting at Lee High School, Fairfax County Health Director Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu told …
Laura Meyers
John Coolidge Graves
Nick Masterson, one of the swim team’s two head coaches, gives the Minis some direction.
Assistant coach and swim team member Connor Knowles perches in the lifeguard stand during the …
The Cobias swim hard during their Down syndrome fundraiser.
Members of the 8-and-under group take advantage of the boogie boards during Cottontail Pool’s Swim-a-Thon.
Visitors had the opportunity to view watercolor paintings of the adult students of Catherine Hillis' …
The "It's a Matter of Color" exhibit artist's reception drew 85 guests to the Post …
Margie Click of Burke plays with Scottish terriers Tucker and Maggie, who are brother and …
Artists Jim Schlett, Jo Fleming, Lori Simmerman Goll and Christine Lashley.
Randy Click of Burke grins beside a tuckered out Tucker.
Nikolas Cruz holds Boomer while his grandmother, Cathi Vosburg, offers the hamster a yogurt treat.
Nikolas Cruz of Burke holds Boomer, his Chinese dwarf hamster.
Christina Terpenning of Burke treats Snuggles to a carrot, her favorite snack.
Sarah Terpenning of Burke holds tight to Snuggles the bunny.
Nugget the west highland terrier cools off at the South Run Dog Park with owner …
Conner F. Murphy, 17, is attending the second annual U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Command Summer …
Our kittens, Coco and Champ, cuddle everyday.
Bella of Centreville with a leaf stuck on her nose. More pet photos, age 9.
Bella’s car ride in the sunshine.
Jessi is our rambunctious 100 lb, 2 year old love bug. Wearing her outfit lasted …
Cliff Hardison
Katie Elie of Lorton grins with Thor, her 1-year-old poodle, at the South Run Dog …
Katie Elie of Lorton gets ready to launch a tennis ball for Thor to retrieve …
Jamie, Katie and Hobo.
Hobo
Jamie when he was 12 years old with Hobo.
Eric Cryan stands at his surgical table with a machine that measures blood pressure in …
The portable yellow x-ray machine is one of the many devices Eric Cryan keeps in …
Eric Cryan examines an x-ray from a cat in his mobile vet van.
Eric Cryan beams outside his Nova Mobile Vet van in Lorton.
Volunteers and staff of Our Daily Bread, a volunteer-based nonprofit that helps low-income residents in …
Louise Archer Elementary School in Vienna is one of the schools benefiting from Our Daily …
The platform level canopy at the Greensboro Station is the perfect place to shoot construction …
Magnolia and Fido: Barbara and Hannah Rudin with their two mixed-breed, rescued dogs, Magnolia (2 …
Atticus Rex, an 8-week-old Beagle, is not quite sure what to do with the tennis …
Rex Meets Macintosh: Atticus Rex, an 8-week-old beagle, looks up to his new brother, Macintosh …
Mostafa and Ann El Tourky of Leesburg.
Bahadir Dogan of Pentagon City makes cotton candy.
Ismail Demirkiran of Fairfax gives cig kofte to Osman Keskin of Richmond.
Elsa is our 8 year old therapy dog. She really enjoys visiting the Burke Health …
Kate Garney
Jake Tyler
Supervisor Jeff McKay's rescue greyhound, Vera, and his son, Aidan.
Kerry and Kay
Greenspring resident Jan Madden and her cavalier King Charles spaniel, Gilbey, enjoy a summer day. …
Jessi enjoying topsail vacation.
Elsa showing her USA Pride.
Kate Marosek tries to get Emmitt to smile for a picture.
Bailey takes a break from his daily walk.
Nancy Riley holds her 16-year-old black cat Moochie for his close-up.
Saliha Algin prepares gozleme (bread with feta cheese).
(From left): Nina Fraenkel of Germany, Fariza Madieva of Tajikistan, Yasemin Ay of Turkey and …
Del. Tom Rust (R-86th) addresses the crowd.
Fatma Ankaya and Kadriye Polat, both of Fairfax, enjoy the Ramadan festival.
Selim Sel of Fairfax serves up dolma (grape leaves rolled with rice).
Mehmet Bilgin recites the prayer, which signals it’s time to eat.
Powhatan Street prior to walkway installation.
Powhatan Street with new walkway.
Ibrahim Karaaslan of Fairfax is served some rice.
After fasting all day, Muslims line up for the Turkish feast, which included kofte (ground …
Muslims from Fairfax and beyond enjoy Ramadan under the “Iftar Tent.”
Erkin Douranov of Vienna serves lemonade at the Ramadan Festival under the “Iftar Tent.” The …
Kristen and Jason Paral and their children Jack, 5, and Lucy, 3, make Vienna home.
U.S. Rep. Jim Moran (D-8), who serves as the co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection …
Football coaches Herman Boone and Bill Yoast (top). Titan captains and members of the class …
Titan football won championships the year the schools merged.
Dr. Arnold Oates was principal of T.C. during the school merger and looks forward to …
T.C. Williams cheerleaders in 1973.
“Hello, my name is Pooka Belle and I’m a Great Dane mixed with Boxer and …
Rivera
“My first year, I was the only girl. It’s nice to outnumber [the guys] for …
“[My highlight] was winning my first match. It was pretty close. It was 8-6. I …
My highlight was playing my first match of tennis. My first match was singles and …
Steve Myers, 25, captain of Rolling Valley Swim and Racket Club’s men’s singles and mixed …
Zoe Green, 8, participant in 4-week tennis camp at Cottontail Pool, Springfield “I like the …
Caley Nee, 7, participant in 4-week tennis camp at Cottontail Pool, Springfield “I’ve done backhands. …
Alissa Hamby and “Humphrey.”
Katelin Chappell and Alyssa Firth with “Miles and Molly.”
“Scampy” and “Rocky.”
Brienne Tyler and “Stix.”
Eileen O’Connor of Burke takes “Ace” for a walk on a hot July evening. “Ace” …
Eileen O’Connor of Burke takes “Ace” for a walk on a hot July evening.
Billy is 1 year old and currently up for adoption at the Burke Pet Nutrition …
The Burke Pet Nutrition Center is located at 9546 Burke Road in Burke. The store …
Elected officials cut the ribbon during a ceremony announcing the addition of six new TAGS …
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova (D-at-large) welcomed six new TAGS buses during …
From left: William Whitesell, Democratic candidate, Delegate Kathleen Murphy, Rob Abbot, State Sen. Favola, Ivy …
Art by Nikky Y., a fifth grader at Forestville Elementary School.
Jordan Niebrugge poses for a picture with the U.S. Amateur Public Links trophy after the …
The Virginia Supreme Court does not allow audio recordings of oral arguments or provide transcripts …
Auden checks out an unexpected delivery at the door.
In Memory of Bailey
HC slowly rises from her nap.
HC rests on a garden bench after traveling through town in her backpack. More pet …
Gabriel, Liam and Chester with their dogs Louie and Callie walk through Old Town while …
Cat collage
Max and Lola Lehner are rescue dogs. We adopted both dogs from adoption day programs …
Ken and Gail Gardner with Blek departing for the Martial Legacy Institute Clearing the Path …
My black shepherd Annie Meadows sleeps by my side of the bed and often wears …
My dog Nora Meadows with my boyfriend's cat, Bernadette White (aka Bernie). Nora and Bernie …
Natasha takes a break on the back steps with Sirie, CeCe and HC in the …
Mei Mei Whitmire
Kay attends her first Rosemont 4th of July picnic with Lucille O’Flaherty.
Buxton is dried off during the charity dog wash. All dogs received an American flag …
Derek Potts gives Santa Claus a high five as he walks down Union Street during …
The McCall family smiles as dad snaps a photograph of them with Santa inside the …
Director Frank Shutts does a read-through of the “Avenue Q” script.
The cast of “Avenue Q” during rehearsal for the upcoming production at LTA. The show …
Claire O'Brien as Lucy the Slut.
Sean Garcia as Princeton rehearses for the upcoming LTA production of “Avenue Q.”
Lassie is dried off after he received a bath during the 9th annual charity dog …
Wakefield Run Stream is undergoing a restoration project in a public-private partnership between the Park …
Rick Schroeder
The triple-threat cast of Fame, the musical, coming to the Workhouse, 9601 Ox Road, Aug. …
Gospel quartet The Dixie Melody Boys perform Friday, Aug. 16 at Mt. Calvary Community Church …
Frank at ECHO after delivering the collection of small appliances collected at a drive at …
Frank Wheaton (right) with fellow scout at collection site outside St. Bernadette Catholic Church.
“Ruminate Performance Debris,” unfired earthenware clay and porcelain slip plinth, sketches, writings and metal chair …
This is Ollie, my red male Dachshund. He’s about 8 years old now. Dachshund Rescue …
Lucky Dog Gabby, http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/26595673, is a wonderful, loving one year old pit / lab mix. …
I have a pet hamster and his name is Hammie. He is a Syrian shorthaired …
Toby, Lauren Lewis and Annie Christmas 2012
Diamond and Oreo looking for treats.
Nicholas Arrighetti and his grandparents own two lively young Dalmatians who are sisters. Diamond (blue …
Our Lab mix dog Guinness visits her "grandpa" Chalmers Marquis, at the Sunrise of Alexandria …
Guinness, a 9-year- old Lab mix, enjoys a rest during her morning walk in Holmes …
U.S. Rep. Jim Moran, who serves as the co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, …
Lillian Parker with Sarah Drexler, SSA’s Friendly Visitor coordinator.
The Pugs are Teddy (the prone one), Jingles, and Joe (the young one with the …
Ashley Kareithi of Belle Haven with Milo, a male Pit Bull. “He’s really a special …
Tara Mueting of Lorton with Roor, a male Pit Bull. “Roor is energetic, playful, loving, …
Steve Weigert of Woodlawn Manor with Rosie (white) and Bert (black), both Mini Poodles. “Both …
Jen Fainer of Huntington with Ollie, a male Great Dane/Border Collie mix. “He is a …
Ryan Foust of Huntington with Kiefer, a female Cocker Spaniel mix. “She is the life …
About 30 members of the chief of staff of the U.S. Army’s Strategic Studies Group …
Widower John McAuslan, 81, has lived on Raintree Road in Burke for 37 years.
Jennifer Sovada of Arlington removes overgrown bamboo.
Paul Thomas of Springfield takes bamboo to the dumpster.
Bob Dixon of Annandale and Jim Patterson of Burke remove shrubs.
New Principal Lynn Mayer stands in the room/space that housed the original Fairview School, built …
New Ravensworth Principal Roxanne Salata with first-graders Hieu Hoang, Jonathan Ward and Ines Fernandez.
New Ravensworth Principal Roxanne Salata with first-graders Hieu Hoang, Ines Fernandez and Jonathan Ward.
The Fourth Presbyterian School 3rd/4th grade choir and beginning and advanced bands competed in Music …
The seventh annual Lake Anne Jazz & Blues Festival is Saturday, Aug. 31, 1-8 p.m., …
Elijah Mitchell and Lawrence Quartey
Lawrence Quartey
Lynn and Greg Mitchell with Elijah and Lawrence.
I had been a widow just over a year, and also lost my German shepherd …
Gillian Villarroel, Geena Sherman, Rose Hayman and Anna Reiner make papier-mâché beads to add to …
Geena Sherman glues her bubble magnet together during the arts and crafts time for teens …
Mina Michael and her sister Jane laugh as they make bubble magnets for their school …
DARTT sessions pairs up children with special needs with teen volunteers to make art projects. …
Britta Hodges drew a picture of her purple hat during the DARTT summer session.
Volunteers Stephen Olmstead and Emma Price paint Anna Tiernan’s palms as they make fingerprints during …
Audrey Hodges smiles as she paints a picture with co-founder and volunteer Sam Hall.
The Navy Federal Credit Union Ballston branch celebrated its 35th year of service to its …
The Ballston branch team celebrated the milestone by providing complimentary food, refreshments and giveaways throughout …
From left: William Whitesell, Kathleen Murphy, Rob Abbot, Sen. Brabara Favola, Ivy Main, Rick Keller, …
Brisbane (at left, deceased May 11, 2013) and Emma, snuggling, at home in Arlington, February …
From left: Joseph Lott, president, Arlington Rotary Foundation; Edson Flores, stipend awardee, and Barbara Thompson, …
From left: Rick Keller, Terry Savela, Ivy Main, Pat Soriano, Del. Alfonso Lopez, Jenny Abel, …
Nathan enjoying a snack in his outdoor dining area at Walnut Branch Road in Reston.
Don and Linda Rutledge sent us these pictures of their cat Nell, waiting to be …
Spencer reads “Owl Babies” to Asia.
The interior of the new Mellow Mushroom in Herndon contains a railroad theme, to pay …
Herndon officials and members of the business community cut the ribbon on the Mellow Mushroom …
From left, Pooja Mehta of Mellow Mushroom and Herndon Mayor Lisa Merkel cut the ribbon …
Volunteers and staff from Dogtopia wash dogs to raise money for service dog groups at …
Courtney Foster and Justin Martin wash Daddy Junior, an American pit bull, at the charity …
Dr. Thomas Wilkins with Reston founder Robert Simon. Wilkins, a longtime Reston resident and civil …
The bus transfer facility at Reston Station is on schedule and will soon be transferred …
The Reston Station project will not be affected by the announced delay of the Silver …
The third of three options for improvements to the intersection of Herndon Parkway and Van …
The second of three options for improvements to the intersection of Herndon Parkway and Van …
‘Fame’ Outdoor Film Festival runs through Aug. 30 at Gateway Park, 1300 Lee Highway, at …
Steve Lebens and Chad Fornwalt star in “I Do, I Do” at The American Century …
Mary Beth Luckenbaugh and Steve Lebens are newlyweds Chris and Leslie in “I Do, I …
The American Century Theater production of “I Do, I Do,” starring Ester Covington, Mary Beth …
Akila Prayaga was one of the students selected to participate in the Bank of America …
The 2 Young Foundation, formed after Vienna’s Brian Bedell’s death due to a brain tumor, …
“Daylight 1,” abstract painting, by Nikole Smith, whose work will be featured in an exhibition …
June 23 in the Boos backyard: Evelyn O’Sullivan, Anna O’Sullivan, Gloria Boos, Rose Boos and …
Linden Abston of Reston poses next to her cardigan Welsh corgi, Abbey. Abston and her …
Joel Eidelberg of Oak Hill with his dog, Revas, at the Baron Cameron Dog Park. …
Tom Walko of Vienna visits the Baron Cameron Dog Park with his Airedale terrier, Nelly.
Carson Gillions of Reston poses with his dogs, Fergie (left) and Roxy. Gillions has had …
Brothers Will Fisher, Jack Fisher, and Charlie Fisher sit with their labradoodle, Gracie.
Carson Stewart poses with his fish tank.
Margaret Shaw holding her chinchilla, Eskimo, while her other pet, Jerry, sleeps in his hammock.
Diana Fields, Al Chester and Justine Chester with their two cats, Maggie and Harley.
Anderson, the guinea pig, sits on owner Mia Bollerer’s shoulder. More stories on people and …
Mia Bollerer with her guinea pig, Anderson.
My name is Lucinda (Lucy for short). I'm a Haflinger mare and work at Spirit …
Robert Simon signed one of Hannah Testa’s petitions to help save the rhinos. Fifth grade …
Hannah Testa wearing her One More Generation T-shirt.
From left—Andrew and Jon Lohmann at the ceremony.
Dana Van Slyke is musical director for the summer musical production “Bye Bye Birdie.”
Sarah Overton and Nathan Hawn (center) in the production of “Bye Bye Birdie.”
Sarah Overton (left) plays Kim Macafee, and Nathan Hawn plays teenage rock star Conrad Birdie.
William Nicoson
Mel, the Mellow Mushroom mascot, greets visitors at the Mellow Mushroom grand opening in Herndon …
Dog washers from Dogtopia at Lake Anne, where more than 100 dogs were washed to …
The first of three options for improvements to the intersection of Herndon Parkway and Van …
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova with Frodo and Sam.
River Bend's 13-14 Girls 200M Medley Relay Team defeated Westwood at their dual meet on …
Art by Emma R., a sixth grader at Forestville Elementary School. Emma's work is on …
Back in 1979, the resignation of William Cowhig produced a whopper of a race for …
The Killeens family pet, Shannon, the brown Tabby cat, enjoys a summer afternoon.
At Brighton Gardens of Tuckerman Lane in 5550 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda all residents, guests, …
Here is Carson giving all his wet slobbery, but loving, kisses to Robert, a resident …
Ribsy, a stray kitten who fortunately ran in front of the right car at Virginia's …
Campers and counselors at Washington Episcopal School cool off at Bethesda Pool during heat wave. …
Cooper Flax: Officially the cutest dog on the planet. Born April 23, 2013, arrived in …
Cooper on the lap of Ryan Flax, 11 on July 4 at Rockville Town Center …
Cooper Flax
Jesse Crane and her dogs Chunk and Lily.
Jocelyn Khalifa and her dog Beau take a jog together.
The students learned about each region of Virginia while creating their living map of the …
Students working on their topographical map of Virginia; the blue bricks at right symbolize a …
Centreville Elementary fourth-graders work the soil inside their map of Virginia.
Working in the garden are (from left) students Tre Ridgway-Davis (red shirt), Anjali Mehta and …
The WFCM is collecting backpacks through Aug. 16 and the greatest need is for the …
Sara Mariska stands next to an artist’s rendition of the new convenience store.
Site plan of the proposed changes, showing (from left) the Sunoco gas-pump area, convenience store …
The crowd takes its place Saturday evening at the Clifton Film Fest on the lawn …
Dani Weinberg, Clifton Film Fest director, and Eugene Abedejos, technical director, before the evening’s films …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Alex Serban, 25, of Chantilly about his Halloween-themed music …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Katherine Loop, 28, of Fairfax about her film, “Life …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Seth Scofield, 37, of Occoquan about his film, “Dahlonega, …
Showing support for their friends in the film fest are (from left): Andrea Scheiner, Jovan …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Matthew Ross, 13, of Clifton about his music video …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Zach Griffin, 23, of Fairfax about his film, “Macabre.”
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Stevan Struckmeyer, 18, of Manassas about his film, “Coffee …
Hayden Aspesi, 13, of Clifton interviews Sean Cooper, 17, of Centreville about Sean’s film, “Sessions.”
Maddy Ross, 11, of Clifton enjoys shaved ice on a scorching day.
The band Pearl and the Beard of Brooklyn (Jeremy Styles, Jocelyn Mackenzie and Emily Hope …
Dani Weinberg, festival director, with Eugene Abedejos, technical director, of the Clifton Film Fest.
We adopted Harley from the Arlington Animal Welfare League in December 2009. My granddaughter, Emily, …
Mara Surovell, Colin Surovell and Mosby (Surovell) the Surovell Family Dog who excels at mountain …
Over the years Alumni President Joseph Gililland has collected an assortment of Fort Hunt Memorabilia …
Sushmita Mazumdar pours chai tea at the book writing workshop.
Patrons queue up to have their books signed by three of the authors, James Henson, …
Alana Reeves holds her dog, Tater. Tater has been with the Reeves family for over …
Nick Redman and his dog Duke have been together for nearly one year. Duke was …
Emily Davis plays with her dog, Goose.
Ingrid Anderson’s dog Bodi (right) plays with other dogs at the Vienna Dog Park.
Nicole Close, 11, of McLean, holds her pet rat Coco, who passed away last year. …
Ruanne Ewing stands with her son Christopher, their giant but gentle leonberger Biffle, and pug …
The Blue family of McLean sits on a sofa with their Scottish terrier Charly, who …
Siblings Caroline and James Bollinger of McLean stand with one of their three cats, Lizzie.
The Homan family poses in front of the boutique inside Seneca Hill Animal Hospital, Resort …
Potomac Falls resident Katherine Parramore plays with her elkhound mix Dell and Canine Companions for …
Dell, an elkhound mix owned by Potomac Falls resident Katherine Parramore, plays with Canine Companions …
Canine Companions for Independence puppy Romer III enjoys a free swim at Seneca Hill's aquatic …
Declan playing soccer with Duchess. More stories on people and pets in this week’s Connection.
Declan with Duchess in the snow: they both love the snow.
Declan with Duchess and father Todd Pitsinger.
The first night the Duchess came home: Declan with Duchess.
Rose and Gloria Boos with Chip the hamster (the lone survivor). Both girls are 9 …
Linda Rogus, executive director of NWFCU Foundation (right), presents Barbara d’Andrade with the 2013 Volunteer …
Maggie Richey, 7, creates a rope by turning a crank at the Summer Market Fair …
Acting as an apprentice, Riley Soos, 11, works with an artisan to spin cotton into …
Children watch a performance of live music at the Market Fair.
Swimmers (front to back) Natalie Powell, Ryan Powell, Ian Schmitt, Faith Richardson, Molly Murphy, and …
Chairmen/Organizers (left to right) Michael Murphy, Nick Porter, Danny Murphy, Ryan Kelly and Jordan Krug …
Bob and Tonia McConchie of The Rogue Farmers perform at a fundraiser for the McLean …
From left, past McLean Orchestra President Wayne Sharp, Supervisor Linda Smyth (D-Providence) and her husband …
From right, McLean Orchestra Executive Director John Huling, Pamela Bogdonoff and Chris Payton at a …
Supporters of the McLean Orchestra gather at the home of Ann Page in McLean Sunday, …
Members of the Rogue Farmers perform at a fundraiser for the McLean Orchestra Sunday, July …
Artist Christine Walters paints to music at Color Wheel Gallery 65 Thursday, July 18.
2013 HHS graduates Megan Overton and Chris Hrozencik, both of whom are going on to …
Volunteers helped Franklin and Fred Kyle of Reston at the grand re-opening of Jerry's Subs.
From left, Mr. Kyle, Franklin Kyle, his wife Lois Kyle, Supervisor Cathy Hudgins, Fred Kyle …
Jerry's Subs volunteers on Friday, July 29, grand re-opening day.
Lydia Olson, 2, shows her father Morgan Olson the colors she has painted on her …
David Ludwinsky explains the process of collecting tobacco to an audience inside the tobacco farm.
Great Falls resident John Dibble and his dog Noochie. Dibble has written his first novel, …
Great Falls resident John Dibble has written his first novel, "Difficult Run," a mystery thriller …
Artist Christine Walters and DJ Cosmo Lubertazzo, aka DJ Cosmo, talk during Walters’ performance art …
Color Wheel Gallery 65 hosts performance artist Christine Walters Thursday, July 18. Walters painted two …
Resident Knut Ryerson walks with his daughter on the new sidewalk.
Mohammed Kadasi, County Capital Facilities Department, Shahla Zahirieh, County Department of Transportation, Supervisor John Foust …
The replacement of the bridge at Beach Mill Road is almost halfway complete, and VDOT …
A French Bulldog enjoys a peanut butter carrot cupcake during a "yappy hour" hosted by …
This dog, called Batman, was a foster in Lisa Marie Czop's home as part of …
Lisa Marie Czop, a Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation volunteer, has adopted two dogs …
This is Jill, the Howell family's adopted "daughter" and a former "lost dog" who joined …
This kitten, fostered by Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation volunteer Beth Stevens, is "a …
Parker, formerly a "lost dog," was adopted by Beth Stevens before she became a Lost …
Princess is one of many foster dogs taken in by Marcia Tiersky, president of the …
Diane McIntosh, a volunteer with the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, sometimes holds on …
Diane McIntosh has adopted three dogs from the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation: Ralph, …
Barbara Hutcherson (left) and Marcia Tiersky help dogs out of the transport crates loaded into …
These two cats, under the care of the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, might …
Striking a pose, Mason, one of the cats taken in by the Lost Dog and …
Mason, a cat taken in by the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, drew the …
Dogs who live at the ranch in Sumerduck, Va., owned by the Lost Dog and …
Jean Card, a Connection employee and a cat and kitten foster/volunteer with the Lost Dog …
Each week, dozens of dogs and cats are brought to the 11 adoption events across …
Cappy, left, and Blue are two of the most recent foster dogs to spend time …
Blue the beagle is one of dozens of foster dogs helped by Centreville resident Earl …
Common household items, such as certain foods, medicines and plants, can be harmful to dogs …
Erin Suidikas, 17, Fairfax.
Madeline Zehner, 18, Davidsonville, Md.
Natalie Wachowiak, 15, Davidsonville, Md.
Isabel Stettinius, 14, Washington, D.C.
Chace Simmons, 14, Fredericksburg.
Jenny Searles, 14.
Casey Schmitz, 16, Ashburn.
Gaby Ruff, 16, Washington, D.C.
Natalie Ralston, 15, Great Falls.
Hanna Powers, 16, Great Falls.
Madeline Poss, 16, Dickerson, Md.
Alexis Mozeleski, 16, Washington, D.C.
Caroline McGranahan, 16, Great Falls.
Olivia McCarren, 12, Chevy Chase.
Emily Lunsford, 16, Leesburg.
Miriam Dupree, 15, Washington, D.C.
Mary Elizabeth Cordia, 15, Alexandria.
Elizabeth Kruse of McLean is the 2013 Youth Ambassador for the Washington International Horse Show.
The 2012 WIHS Junior Committee members organized a pizza party with Olympian Reed Kessler, who …
The book is published by History Press, based in Charleston, S.C.
Front row, from left: Char McCargo Bah and Gwen Brown-Henderson. Back row, from left: Christa …
As the TurnAround Life presentation ended, Mountainview turned the tables on Lauren Kirby and honored …
Jalissa Chavarria receives the $1,000 TurnAround Life Award from Lauren Kirby, TurnAround, LLC, president.
Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-30) and Del. Scott Surovell (D-44) appear at the Alexandria Department of …
TJ student and McLean native Joe Broom has won the International Euphonium Institute Festival for …
Joe Broom has won the International Euphonium Institute Festival for the second year in a …
The Firecracker 5K for the Troops held on July 4 at Reston Town Center benefited …
A Scottish Highland cow.
Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association President Bob Burton with Jackson Casey Scholarship winners Alex Houser, …
Mitchell McClarin, Zach Shreve and Oliver Keckler.
PF1 peaches were picked fresh on Thursday; next week Garnet’s Delight will be featured.
The colors of squash arouse the imagination as to preparing a summer’s meal.
Fresh onions and peppers are two of the seasonal items available now.
Still smiling after having his wisdom teeth pulled the day before, Mitchell McClain sets up …
Oliver Keckler helps a Saturday customer with his bags of produce at the farm market.
Mary Scott representing the National Military Family Association joined her husband retired Major General Bruce …
Base commander Col. Greg Gadson confers with U.S. Rep. James P. Moran during the discussion …
Tracy Floyd with the Warriors in Transition Program at the base writes a list of …
Pauline Ray, Hospital Services/Entertainment manager at the new Fort Belvoir USO site explains that a …
Director of the Warrior Transition Office in the Northern Regional Medical Center Jean Whalen explains …
Battalion Commander of the Warrior Transition Commander LTC Carl Curriera explained that he has been …
Representatives from nearly three dozen community, county, state and national organizations attended the first roundtable …
Gary Knipling representing Friends of Meadowood speaks of the opportunity offered at the sanctuary.
Joseph Mornini of the Team River Runners Disabled Kayaking Sports Club introduces himself and describes …
U.S. Rep. Jim Moran opens the discussion with a question of ways to facilitate how …
Retired Major General Bruce Scott USA, now a resident of Mason Neck, talks with Fort …
Mount Vernon Supervisor Gerry Hyland talks with Military Adapted Sports Program Coordinator Steve Smutak before …
Apothecary Museum Celebrates Harry Potter's Birthday Alexandria's Apothecary Museum, located at 105-107 South Fairfax St., …
Celebrate With Occasionally Cake Occasionally Cake is celebrating their four-year anniversary on Sun., July 21 …
Mayor Bill Euille serves up cupcakes to the waiting crowd.
Near the conclusion of the performance by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra of the 1812 Overture, …
Happy 264th Birthday Alexandria Near the conclusion of the performance at Oronoco Bay Park on …
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Maestro Kim Allen Kluge opens the concert with the National Anthem.
Ant-Art Consulting Services Derek Lymus and Douglas Zambrano stroll through the crowd capturing the evening …
Recent repairs to the 200 block of North Fairfax Street are complete.
Leo, Natasha, Larz, Britt, Will, Ava and Alex enjoy a snowcone from a vendor at …
Chairman of the Charles Houston Recreation Center African American Hall of Fame Committee Julian Haley, …
John M. Tran
Finnegan’s boasts a custom Dublin-designed 12-foot-high, 30-foot-wide bar, 16-plus bar seats, many LED HD TVs, …
Finnegan’s Irish Pride is now open in Tysons Corner. It’s situated only two blocks away …
Seat by the Window: Montmartre," oil, by Jill Banks.
In District 34—Democrat Kathleen Murphy challenges Republican incumbent Barbara Comstock.
Del. David Bulova (D-37) prepares to present legislation during the 2012 General Assembly session in …
State Delegates Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41), far left, and David Bulova (D-37), far right, prepare bills …
Members of the Reston-Herndon Alliance to End Gun Violence and local community members hold a …
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The top films will be shown to the public under the stars.
MSA studio tap dancers give a performance on the W-3 building stage at the Workhouse …
This MSA dance studio in Workhouse Building W-4 is part of the campus transformation into …
Young girls pose in a MSA studio dance class, now being offered in a new …
Thomas Rogers, a 2013 Lake Braddock graduate, will play baseball at the University of North …
Diane DiPietro of Burke shows her award for the 2013 Braddock District Citizen of the …
Members of the Audrey Moore Rec Center Rescue Team—Sophie Polnow, Tim Polnow, Connie Polnow, Corey …
Diane DiPietro of Burke was honored as the Braddock District Citizen of the Year during …
Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) presents BDC Chairman Bob Barfield (left) and BDC Treasurer Kevin Morse …
Joy Koeppen studies lists of park and recreation plans during a public workshop at the …
Mike McCarty, the City of Fairfax Parks and Recreation director, discusses possible improvements to Van …
Karl Kirchman, a Fairfax resident since 1985, said he was impressed by the menu of …
Laszlo Pentek with daughter Tegan, who plays inline hockey for NOVA Girls Travel Team, advocated …
Joy Koeppen, far right, points out a possible location for a handicapped-accessible playground on a …
David Oblong, left, gives a presentation at the Substitute Judges Institute held July 9 at …
Susan Earman gives a thumbs up while in the cockpit of an airplane during the …
Alexandria's David Bracken and David Oblong join General District Court Chief Judge Becky Moore during …
ASO musicians perform during the July 13 concert in Oronoco Bay Park.
Julia Coombs joins the crowd in singing the Star Spangled Banner to kick off the …
Ben, 16, Elle and Rich Taubner of Scotia, N.Y. enjoy the concert.
Addison Rotchstein, 3, watches the fireworks from atop father Adam's shoulders.
John Molino and Carmen Newberger enjoy the ASO performance.
Fireworks fill the sky over the Alexandria waterfront to celebrate the city's 264th birthday.
ireworks fill the sky over the Alexandria waterfront to celebrate the city's 264th birthday.
Elizabeth and Joelle Walker Brought a hammock to enjoy the concert and fireworks from.
Claire enjoys one of the birthday cupcakes.
City Manager Rashid Young with his two sons Mekhi and Taj.
U.S. Marine Captain Joseph Sawyer and Staff Sergeant Scotty Bailey appear on stage for the …
Poet laureate Tori Lane recites a poem written for the occasion.
Beatrice and Lucy Savarie and Catherine and Sally Cox move up to the stage to …
Town Crier Ben Fiorre Walker officially begins the 264th Alexandria Birthday celebration last Saturday evening.
At 7:45 p.m. as the rain moved along, a double rainbow crossed the eastern horizon.
The Ant-Art Consulting Services team members Josh, Rodney Clark and Douglas Zambrano ride out the …
Neighbors from Prince Street make do with an impromptu tent.
The McMullen family takes cover under what was to be their ground cover for the …
At 7:34 p.m. the sky opened up and for the next 7 minutes poured rain …
Former councilmember Frank Fannon and Mark Obenshain, candidate for Virginia Attorney General.
When packaged creatively, flashcards, stickers, paper and crayons can entertain children during long trips.
Cydell Still, a rising fifth grader at Hoffman Boston Elementary School in Arlington, tests out …
From left: Rebecca Pierce, Terri Kidwell and Amy Hurley, all teachers at Willow Springs Elementary …
The campers are encouraged to dress in costumes on one of their favorite camp days, …
Students study electricity and record their observations like scientists during the VISTA camp.
Resiliency expert Nan Henderson gives sage advice to parents about helping children overcome adversity.
Younger students at Culinaria Cooking School’s summer camp make pasta from fresh dough.
From left: Katie King, Sasha Fedorchak, Lucy Rogers, Eliza Grace Ulmer, Haley King and Grace …
Bank of America Robbery Suspect
Ted Troscianecki (on far left) makes a point while his wife Tami and Sully District …
WFCCA President Jim Katcham takes notes while panel member Judy Heisinger expresses her opinion.
Team STEM Ninjas (from left) Sneha Thandra, Divya Mereddy and Rachana Subbanna present their project …
National champions (from left): Coach Ranjit Mereddy, Rachana Subbanna, Divya Mereddy and Sneha Thandra display …
From left are Coach Ranjit Mereddy, Rachana Subbanna, Divya Mereddy and Sneha Thandra with a …
The FLO-PAC bag with its tubing.
Posing in character are (from left) are Mitchell Buckley and TJ Vinsavich with Madeleine Bloxam.
TJ Vinsavich as accountant Leo Bloom surrounded by showgirls (in no particular order) Sarah Damers, …
Police PFC Mark Combs holds up a target riddled with shotgun and pistol shots he …
Holding the weapon so it’s pointing away from the audience, 2nd Lt. Brian Hall displays …
Resiliency expert Nan Henderson gives advice to parents about helping children overcome adversity.
Classical Ballet Theatre offers full scholarships to boys and young men to train under Alisher …
Installation of Louis V. Genuario, Jr. (right) as the 2013-14 president of the Home Builders …
Mr. and Mrs. Marv Ribyat, married 67 years, renewed their wedding vows along with three …
Queene Cox
The sailing vessel Windy City is shown with its broken mast after being towed to …
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Kelly Loftus, a 2013 Mount Vernon High School graduate, will play basketball at Hofstra University.
Landon Moss (2), a 2013 T.C. Williams High School graduate, will play football at Coastal …
Manning the dessert table are Laura Clapsaddle, Chris Darden and Kae Suda.
Chiaki Davis with son Cyan, 15, of Fairfax, and Michael Veluz, 14, of Fairfax.
Bernadette Nguyen, 15, of Herndon, gives Katie Ngo, 13, of Springfield a glitter tattoo.
Charlize Chien, 3, of South Riding, fishes for a prize.
Nagako Mottershead, Yoshimi Komiyama, Thatsanee Schwarzmann and Chura Schwarzmann, representing the Japanese Americans’ Care Fund …
Mutsumi Koga of Fairfax with her children: Ayame, 11, Tamae, 9, and Nobuto, 7. They …
The Aloha Boys play music while The Aloha Girls (and one guy) dance for the …
Members of the Nen Daiko perform taiko (drumming) at the Obon Festival last Saturday at …
Ceramics Program Director Dale Marhanka (center) with his wife Beth and Aaron Odum of Woodbridge.
Kendall McQillin, 7, of Lorton volunteers to give pony rides.
Workhouse Arts Center CEO John Mason with his grandsons: Charlie, 6, and Logan, 7, Mason, …
Eddie Silva, 9, and George Hammer, 9, both of Burke, show their ice cream at …
Sean, 12, and Trisha Robertson of Clifton show their bowls with ice cream.
The Checkley family: Natalie, 8, Abigail, 10, Gloria, 5, and mom Lauren, who grew up …
Kim Murray of Springfield (wearing hat) looks over bowls at the Ice Cream Social Fundraiser.
Michelle Stein of Clifton selects a ceramic bowl.
Resident artist Pam Eisenmann of Springfield shows her original glazed porcelain bowl that she designed.
From left, Julian Villacorta, Tommy Rogers, Pearce Bloom and Carter Bennett broke a 32-year-old Trump …
Logo of Scott Selman's new company, CYM Media & Entertainment.
Scott Selman
A helicopter searches for kayaker Shannon Christy on July 11 along the Potomac River at …
The National Park Service offers boat rides on he Chesapeake & Ohio Canal from April …
om left: Jacob Dowdy, Faith Zombori, Tyler Dowdy, Sarah Rogers, Peter Zombori and Joyce Ack …
Kayakers and Mongtomery County River Rescue in the successful effort to recover Shannon Christy’s body.
Instructor Debby Duarte (right) and Joan Salute practice morning meditation and yoga in the Crystal …
Culinaria campers take instruction from Chef Marilena Leavitt, classical chef.
Chefs Stephen Sands and Pete Snaith co-founded Culinaria Cooking School in Vienna about three years …
“I’d like to see Congress pass legislation regarding universal background checks and outlaw assault weapons, …
“I would like to see magazine sizes reduced and I don’t know if we’re going …
“For now, background checks would be the biggest step. For assault weapons, I don’t see …
“Be courageous, think beyond the influence of the NRA and remember that U.S. citizens vote.” …
Donna Auritsh holds a sign for observers to see. Drivers passing the vigil showed their …
Ralph Greenwood shows his support for gun regulation with a sign.
Larry Pullen holds a sign and t-shirts at the vigil. The t-shirts represent the victims …
Camp members Mallika Charagundla, Emily Jackson, Ian Trainor, Rohini Kumaran and Kat O’Brien.
Campers Sophie Sharpe, Nick Annunziata, Soulmaz Dian, Alana Berlo, Gheeda Omais, Nima Razavi, Richard Wang, …
Jacques Vaughan, Ali Moslehi-Nik, and Lilly Zarandazchi practice their sight-reading skills.
Nima Razavi, a rising sixth grader at Spring Hill Elementary School.
Joe Broom and euphonium player from Finland Jukka Myllys.
Kyle Downer (11), a 2013 Oakton High School graduate, will play football at the University …
Teachers from Reston-Herndon area participating in a simulated archeological dig as a part of the …
Kerstin Severin, one of the event organizers.
Olympic gold medalist Josh Davis (right) stands with some of the participants of the 34th …
Olympic gold medalist Josh Davis and Kelly Ginieczki.
From left, Wilson Murphy as Peter, Matthew Schott of Reston as The Narrator, and Kelsey …
Matthew Schott of Reston as The Narrator in “The Pavilion.” As The Narrator, Schott played …
Alex Burns, a Reston native, founded Critical Point Theatre with Julia Katz and Deborah Cline. …
Julia Katz, of Falls Church, is the artistic director and co-founder of Critical Point Theatre, …
Anya Randall Nebel as Caroline Thibodeaux and Aidan White as Noah Gellman.
Anya Randall Nebel as Caroline Thibodeaux and John Ray as Noah Gellman in rehearsal for …
Theresa Marie Christian, of Reston, is engaged to James Hays-Wehle.
Chuck Fletcher's giclee photo, titled "This is the Place," is one of many photographic works …
The Bankesters, an old school bluegrass family band composed of mom, dad, three daughters and …
The Town of Herndon awarded a contract for waterline improvements along Pine Street.
Utility poles along Station Street in downtown Herndon will soon be under grounded. The town …
The Herndon Town Council voted to award contracts for the under grounding of utilities along …
A devil’s food cake cooks in a solar oven at the Reston Energy Fair at …
Jon Mills shows off the parts of a solar powered generator that he built, which …
Visitors to the Reston Energy Fair examine a portable solar powered generator Sunday, July 14.
John Parrish explains the Dominion Virginia Power energy conservation program to Zach Jones during the …
Pat Quinn, Gina DeSimone and Ron Goad perform at Lake Anne during the Northern Virginia …
Ron Goad performs percussion at the Northern Virginia Ukulele Festival at Lake Anne Saturday, July …
Nancy Marxer performs at Lake Anne as part of the Northern Virginia Ukulele Festival Saturday, …
A crowd watches live ukulele music at the fourth annual Northern Virginia Ukulele Festival at …
John Yoest (center), a 2013 Yorktown High School graduate, will play baseball at the College …
Romeo appears as Bruiser along with Josh Connor as Warner Huntington III, Melina Smith as …
Bubbles the dog stars as Rufus along with Jim Clancy as UPS driver Kyle O’Boyle …
Volunteers from Celebrate Great Falls man their float in the annual Fourth of July parade …
From left, Matthew Othoudt, Neighbors Foundation founder Sharon Rainey and Matthew Skowron at the Turner …
Maya Chowdhary, 5, mans a lemonade stand she created Thursday, July 4 to raise money …
Anna Patton, Bella Rosato and Lily Supernor work together at Culinaria Cooking School’s summer camp …
Del. Barbara Comstock (R-34) with her daughter Caity and Pat Sowick.
MPA Board Chair Bill DuBose and his wife Janet.
Devereux Socas, her son Garrett and his friend Daniel.
Sharon Fishel, MPA ArtReach director; Krista Vita, MPA development director; Mike Richardson, Chain Bridge Bank; …
Vincent D’Avena, (left), and Steve Cook, Rotary District 7610 governor.
The Grandsons perform at the Palladium building in McLean Saturday, July 13.
From right, Alan MacEwan and Chris Watling of The Grandsons perform in front of the …
From left, Emma Dodd, Craig Packard and Joan Dubinsky play colonial music at the Claude …
David Ludwinski leads Cynthia Taylor, 9, in a dance at the 40th anniversary party for …
Sarah Cooper and J.D. Engle perform a line dance at the 40th anniversary of Claude …
Margi Vanderhye, president of the Friends of Claude Moore Colonial Farm presents farm director Anna …
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Westfield Band Director Stephen Panoff.
Westfield’s band played in 90-degree heat during last Thursday’s Fourth of July Parade in the …
Tournament of Roses Parade President R. Scott Jenkins listens to a band member’s question.
Morgan Tweddle (left) and Andrew Banick lead Westfield High’s Marching Band at the City of …
A modern-day class photo of Larry Brickwedde’s 2005-’06 fifth-graders at their time-capsule reunion.
Jake Fulkerson holds his old name tag and drawings.
Teacher Larry Brickwedde shares the letters the students wrote for the time capsule.
Some of the notes and drawings inside the fifth-grade time capsule.
Teacher Larry Brickwedde reads a note from a student.
From left: Courtney Thurston, Maddie Assel and Lexi Moles listen while their former teacher reads …
Matt Seale wears his old, SYA baseball cap.
Morgan Cripe holds a letter she wrote as a fifth-grader.
First look inside the 2005-’06 time capsule.
Teacher Larry Brickwedde displays the inside of the time capsule’s lid where his students had …
Capt. Ed O’Carroll (left) presents a certificate to MPO Mike Gubesch.
Naseem Mahdi, national vice president of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, addresses the crowd.
Members of the Mubarak Mosque hold their hands over their hearts during the singing of …
Raising the American flag outside the Mubarak Mosque in Chantilly.
Event attendees fill their plates with hot dogs, hamburgers and watermelon.
Meerab Syed (left), 2, and Adan Chaudhry, 5, sit inside a fire engine.
Lt. John Smith, a firefighter with Station 15’s C shift, visits with (from left) Zain …
Firefighter Jorge Arce, with Station 15’s C shift, tells children about the types of tools …
Hibbi Iqbal and daughter Hibba, 3, in front of a fire engine from Chantilly’s Station …
Rashel Bajaj dealt with the environmental threat of thermal pollution.
Suzie Bae’s experiment proved that Bernoulli’s Principle is correct.
Hana Mahle investigated the effect of surface density on bacteria attraction.
Sam Balint discovered why some hand warmers are more effective than others.
Leah Talalayevsky experimented with tooth-whitening substances.
Josh Hogue proved the validity of the Ideal Gas Law.
The Space Shuttle Balloon.
Patriot Beach Ball Balloons.
American Legion Post 177.
West Springfield High School's marching band.
Bolivian culture on display: During the City of Fairfax Independence Day Parade, area dancers prepare …
Benjamin Kraus, 2, of Springfield rides on the merry-go-round.
Joshua Calder, 2 1/2, of Lorton steers the caboose at Lorton Station.
Mekeis Abab, 5, and brother Miness, 6, of Lorton won bracelets from the duckie game.
Jumping in the moon bounce are Asben Smith, 4, of Lorton and Mason McKenna, 3, …
Sliding down the Super Splash Down are Aniyah Daniels, 3, of Dumfries, Faith Fisher, 1, …
Daniela Sykes, 29, makes a flower balloon for Daniela Berrios, 3, of Lorton.
Lindsay Atchinson, 12, gives a princess tattoo to Brittny Awuku-Larbi of Lorton
Heather and Brett Temple of Lorton with daughter Lolamae, 22 months
Dan Storck, the Mount Vernon representative to the Fairfax County School Board, dressed as Abraham …
Bob Collyer of the Mason Neck Lions Club prepares hotdogs and hamburgers.
Christopher Harley, 9, of Lorton and Gaye Stafford of Lorton with Gaye’s three Irish setters: …
The Carbon Blue Band performs classic rock music at Lorton Station Town Center after the …
Celebrating his second birthday on the Fourth of July is Patrick Van Paemel of Lorton …
Christmas in July The fourth annual Christmas in July celebration returns to Old Town, Saturday, …
An osprey flies over Little Hunting Creek.
Jay Pitts and John Howerton grew up in Mount Vernon and have been friends since …
The Howertons — Tyler, Carol, Cig and John and Cal — are joined by long …
The catcher, umpire and batter Kyle Pitts of the Southern Maryland Nationals watch the ascent …
Jim Rogers, Neustar vice president of marketing, announces details of the new USATF race to …
The Alexandria Aces are looking for their first winning record in six seasons of existence.
Blake Ream earned the win against Southern Maryland on Tuesday, allowing two hits in six …
Virginia Tech student Kelsey Secules and La Plata actor Wilson Murphy play old flames Peter …
Matthew Schott, one of the founding members of Critical Point Theatre, plays the narrator in …
Reston native Matthew Schott plays the narrator in the new Critical Point Theatre's debut play, …
"The Pavilion," the first production of new ensemble Critical Point Theatre, features FCPS alumni as …
These children are riding in style.
Melissa Dobbs, founder/president, Metropolitan Fine Arts Center and John Mason, president and CEO of the …
I-95 north of north of Edsall Road in Alexandria. I-95 will be closed Friday and …
I-95 near Alban Road in southern Springfield. I-95 will be closed Friday and Saturday for …
During the I-95 road closure, beams will be installed for the new bridge, which will …
Oren Burks (right), a 2013 South County High School graduate, will play football at Vanderbilt …
Happy to be in Clifton’s parade.
Democratic Women of Clifton and state Sen. George Barker (D-39).
Jackie and Matthew Hugo, youngest children of Del. Tim Hugo (R-40).
Mason Hencken, 7, sports the red, white and blue.
From left are Addison White, 20 months, and Laurel Kinzer, 1.
Cub Scout Pack 1861 of Clifton Presbyterian Church.
Two boys riding in a patriotic Jeep.
The Thompson sisters, (from left) Amelia, 10, and Rachel, 8.
From left are Josie Layfield, 8; Kirsten Mikolashek, 9; and Elsa Hencken, 9 and a …
Cameron Landis, 3, on a police motorcycle.
From left are Alexander Populoh, 8; Ann Sophie Populoh, 6; and Ryan Thompson, 5.
Pink Ladies and two boys: From left are Madalyn Farmer, Caty Nicholson, Daniel Perkes, Gavin …
Diego Encarnacion and Stephanie Feeback as Danny and Sandy in Alliance’s musical, “Grease.”
R. Scott Jenkins talks to the band students in Westfield’s cafeteria.
French high school students Pierre Salvi, Paul Lefevre, Lise Mourtier and Mathilde Tremen celebrate Independence …
Americans students Carlos Ferrufino, Raymond Tunon, Alyona Brooker and Shanley Kirk say “au revoir” to …
Shanley Kirk, Raymond Tunon and Alyona Brooker will represent Alexandria during a two-week high school …
Bob Witajewski was honored as the 2013 Waynewood Citizen of the Year.
Carl Forti waits for the all clear from the parade leader to start the children …
The two- and three-wheelers wait for the call of their start in the parade down …
Swim team members Leo Clifford and Ben Schoeffel wave the flag from the back of …
The ’76 Sterling classic car leads off the Waynewood dolphins swim team.
Katie Carbone is the 2013 Waynewood scholarship recipient. Katie will be attending James Madison University …
Janet Schwalb, president of the Waynewood Recreation Association, rides with her children Nicholas, Catherine, Jack …
Girl Scout Daisies Bridget, Sarah and Katie line up in front of the school.
Scouts William and Zack prepare to lead their pack with the flag.
Jay and Katelyn McConville.
Matthew Beddis and Gavin Nickol.
Andrew Stolarz takes a look out from the drivers seat in the ’76 Sterling.
Lauren and Mary Koelsch take their places in the line-up with neighbors at the Waynewood …
Kaila Smith as the Statue of Liberty arrives on her scooter for the annual Fourth …
Twenty Army JROTC cadets from T.C. Williams High School attended this year’s Army JROTC Cadet …
From left: Mary Lee Anderson, SSA’s director of the Resource Center; Lynnwood G. Campbell, CPA, …
Villamay residents crowd the front line as the parade is called to proceed south on …
Anna Rolen sings patriotic melodies as Marjorie Spires plays the keyboard before the start of …
Christophe Lucas takes his place with the help of his dad in the line-up for …
Claudia Theriot, Amber Evans and Cassidy Herndon meet up on Admiral Drive for the annual …
Ceci Theriot tries out a new bike horn at the parade staging ground.
Portraying camp followers, Allison and Sandra Sedgwick work on sewing tasks in the shade of …
Susan Hellman, the newly selected Historic Site Administrator for the Carlyle House, talks with Colonel …
Lacey Villiva as Sarah Carlyle Herbert welcomes guests in the parlor of the Carlyle House.
Nathan Sedgwick joins friends in the 1st Virginia Regiment camp during Saturday’s reenactment at the …
Susan Hellman, the newly selected historic site administrator for the Carlyle House, greets visitors with …
Daniel Kippenham portrays John Carlyle’s (Charles Aldrich) son George William Carlyle.
Charles Aldrich appears as the “Old Colonel” John Carlyle.
Portraying a member of the 1st Virginia Regiment, Constantine Gojnycz works on a powder horn …
The Derogatis family presents Graceyn to the Baby Beauty Judge.
Resa and her husband, retired Judge Daniel O’Flaherty, visit the annual picnic in Rosemont for …
Luke Wazorko and Jack Lynch work up the sand in the infield at the playground …
Sloane Davis introduces herself to Baby Beauty Judge Bill Shultze.
Princess of Rosemont, Genevieve Claussen, is greeted by Kay O’Flaherty.
Savannah Purdy charms the judge at the Baby Beauty contest.
Delaney Partridge and Fenton Heckel patiently wait for hotdogs to arrive at the annual neighborhood …
Leah Valtin-Erwin and Elena Bischak clear the finish line first in the three-legged race laughing …
Contestants line up for the three-legged race at the annual Rosemont Fourth of July picnic.
New citizens recite the Oath of Allegiance on July 4 at the Mount Vernon Estate. …
Rodolto J. Faccini and his wife Iris L. Faccini just became American citizens as they …
Irina Angelescu shakes the hand of White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough as she …
9329 Mount Vernon Circle — $1,051,000
9055 Tower House Place — $1,167,500
7210 Burtonwood Drive — $1,100,000
2415 Lakeshire Drive — $1,005,000
1604 River Farm Drive — $1,222,500
1209 Gatewood Drive — $1,106,250
A crowd gathers around as soldiers prepare to light a cannon before the July 4 …
After the fireworks, guests were served cake with an American flag design.
Families stand by to watch the fireworks display.
Westminster Presbyterian Church, a North Ridge landmark church founded in 1940 with a commitment to …
(From left) are Josie Layfield, 8; Kirsten Mikolashek, 9; and Elsa Hencken, 9 1/2, pictured …
Cub Scout Pack 1861 of Clifton Presbyterian Church
(From left) are Alexander Populoh, 8; Ann Sophie Populoh, 6; and Ryan Thompson, 5.
U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11), his wife "Smitty," and daughter Caitlin greet well-wishers along the …
329 Pitt Street North — $1,200,,000
323 Lee Street South — $1,185,000
226 Lee Street South — $1,129,000
211 North View Terrace — $1,753,491
204 Commonwealth Avenue — $1,075,000
112 Madison Place — $1,400,000
Dolly Llama from Squeals on Wheels and Jim Seavey, chief of Cabin John Volunteers Fire …
Matt Leonard, a 2013 Churchill High School graduate, will play lacrosse at Towson University.
Jacqueline Smith
(Back row from left) Al and Elaine Montgomery, Becky and Dan Biondi with Dominick Zeitz, …
The Choir of Christ's College Cambridge. Arlington Gets Choir Visit The Choir of Christ's College …
Art by Aileen Pangan ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ Comes to Encore Encore Stage & Studio’s Stage …
A jewelry box that is kept in a bedroom is one of the least safe …
Elizabeth Manner, a 2013 Oakton High School graduate, will play basketball for Stony Brook University.
Twin sisters from Glade, Olivia and Sophia Cochis, 11, with father Michael, grandmother Rose, and …
Autumnwood coach Jimmy Luehrs holds up Paul Robertson, 9, to lead the team cheer.
Team pride was on full blast with wall-to-wall artwork.
Hannah Douglas of Autumnwood cheers on teammate Jordana Sweeney during the girls’ 11-12 100-meter medley …
Autumnwood swimmers Hannah Douglas, 11, and Jordana Sweeney, 11, gear up for the next race.
From Glade, Amy Smith and her son Erik, 9, look forward to the next event.
Peter Clifford, Fairfax
Dan and Dawn Connors, Centreville
Judy and Bob Etheredge, Reston
Couples take to the dance floor as David Akers performs at the Reston Town Center …
David Akers sings “Proud Mary” with the David Akers Band at the Reston Town Center …
David Akers performs with the Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra at the Reston Town Center on …
Members of the Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra perform at the Reston Town Center as part …
A crowd gathers at the Reston Town Center pavilion before the July 6 Concert on …
The 35th anniversary Eagle Pledge.
Brenda Page, ArtSpace volunteer and assistant.
Mercia Hobson and Jeff French hang a photo which will be on exhibit at ArtSpace …
Jeri Morton, Herndon Fortnightly Library Youth Services manager.
Ted Kavich, Program and Educational Services manager at Fairfax County Public Library.
From left, Berlin students Dominick Zeitz, Özge Kayalar and Olivia Kühne sit at their host’s …
From left, Dan and Becky Biondi, and Elaine and Al Montgomery with Berlin students (front …
Elaine and Al Montgomery stand next to a poster of Checkpoint Charlie commemorating the fall …
From left, Elaine Montgomery, Olivia Kühne, Alan Montgomery, Özge Kayalar, Becky Biondi, Dominick Zeitz and …
Historians Jim Lewis and Brian McEnany give a presentation on the lead up to the …
Brian McEnany, a local historian, presents the story of the troops moving through Northern Virginia …
The intersection of the W&OD Trail and Ferndale Avenue will be the western border of …
This section of the W&OD Trail, just west of Van Buren Street, is the subject …
Ann O'Shields of The Nest Egg suggests serve wear made of melamine for outdoor entertaining. …
Designer Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design in Bethesda, Md., says that there is plenty …
Sea-themed accessories can add a beach-like tone to a backyard party, says Ann O'Shields of …
Designer Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design in Bethesda, Md., used outdoor fabrics in neutral …
Strands of pearls, pearl stud earrings, diamond stud earrings, signet rings and gold chains top …
Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.’s new Bethesda studio includes a Sonos system that offers users wireless control …
At Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.’s new Bethesda studio, homeowners can mix and match custom and semi-custom …
From granite, marble and soapstone to glass, porcelain and quartz, Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.’s new Bethesda …
Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) at a 2012 legislative conference.
State Sen. Chap Petersen (D-34) in his Fairfax office.
Front row, from left, Courtney Beatty (Flint Hill School), Josie Heck (Bishop Ireton), Abby Whisler …
Prospective designers are asked to create a showcase room to house pets temporarily at the …
Detectives from the collision reconstruction unit worked last week on investigating the June 2 death …
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A sample of baked goods from Me & 3.
The Bernsteins “Me and 3:” Corey, Harvey, Mim and Lynsey.
Freshly rolled rugelach ready for the oven.
Inova Alexandria CEO Christine Candio, left, and Alexandria Mayor Bill Euille, center, welcome former Democratic …
Participants in the All American Bar Crawl walk down Clarendon Boulevard on June 29.
Nana Mensuh-Abrampah and Veronique Porter
Runner Tim Aydin approaches the finish line during the Pacers mini relay race.
The Clarendon Pacers store hosts a welcome party as runners approach finish line during the …
The Symphony Orchestra of Arlington presents its "SOA Goes to the Movies" concert at the …
Superman(George Torres) and Clark Kent (Victor Torres) greet guests after the concert.
Mia Apera participates in the 25th annual Barcroft July 4th parade.
Lindsey Feyerabend cheers as she holds up her American flag while marching in the parade.
Uncle Sam (Joe Walsh) rides down S. Buchanan Street as he salutes neighbors during the …
Neighbors come together to celebrate the 25th annual Barcroft July 4th parade.
Melanie and her daughter Emma sing the Star Spangled Banner at the beginning of the …
Bicyclists join in the River Falls parade.
Cabin John Volunteer Fire Department’s vehicles and volunteers.
Tennis instructors play through the River Falls parade.
The River Falls parade
Sheila Hahn as the Statue of Liberty.
Harry Allen lights up the room.
Timothy Cripe showcases his magic by lifting a table without his hands.
Bob Little performs sleight-of-hand tricks.
More than 1,000 magicians came to Crystal City to display their tricks during the annual …
Clarice Huddle and Kenji Leung raise their hands under a colorful tarp during the celebration …
The Arlington community comes together to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday at Long Bridge …
Musician Moe Neson plays the bass during a performance by The Grandsons.
Tahja Hardy enjoys an snow cone.
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From left: Pam and Jack Feldman with Spike "the new dog," Colin Hoscheit and Will …
Carmella and Little Boy Blue from Squeals on Wheels.
The River Falls Dolphin
Carmella from Squeals on Wheels.
Natalie Easley (left) and Emily Crump
Emma Graf
The 13th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Run-1 Mile Walk was held July 4 at the …
Little Miss Firecracker and Miss Firecracker.
The Navy Honor Guard
8168 Cottage Rose Court, Fairfax Station — $1,380,000
12719 Laurel Grove Way, Fairfax — $1,195,000
11602 Lawter Lane, Clifton — $1,279,000
Camp Counselor Brian Belstock helps “Mind Your Own Business” campers Sully and Mario Kadnar, 9, …
Emelia Isola, 10, helps to sell snow cones during Summer at WES camp to benefit …
Eddie Benaim (left) with his partner Ramiro Paez.
Artist Ellen Baker and her painting "Memories."
From left: Artists Anne Martinez and Jennifer Kahn Barlow will exhibit their work at the …
Artist Habib Hastaie will be one of the featured artists this month at The Art …
Ceramic bowl by Habib Hastaie.
Painting by Habib Hastaie.
Visitors to Turner Farm watch the annual Fourth of July Fireworks show.
The annual fireworks show in Great Falls is held at Turner Farm Saturday, July 6.
Turner Farm serves as the site for the annual Great Falls fireworks show Saturday, July …
The Neighbors Foundation puts on the annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Turner Farm.
The annual Fourth of July fireworks show takes place at Turner Farm.
The Old Brogue float in the Fourth of July Parade features traditional Irish dancers.
A float with a Great Falls gazebo replica participates in the annual Fourth of July …
The Celebrate Great Falls float makes its way down Columbine Street during the annual Great …
Guests at the Great Falls Fourth of July Parade wave to the Great Falls fire …
Unicyclist Lisa Polinari leads the annual Celebrate Great Falls Fourth of July Parade Thursday, July …
Seventy flower baskets, containing four colors of double wave petunias, have been placed around the …
From left, George Benza of SBG Land Management and Glen Sjoblom, next to one of …
Over 300 high school football players from all over the Mid-Atlantic Region gathered to focus …
Justin Saleh, a quarterback for the Flint Hill Huskies, attended the All-American Football Camp Sunday, …
Justin Saleh has a natural throwing arm, according to coach Justin Kavanaugh, who he trains …
The 9U Vienna Knuckleheads won the Greater Washington 4th of July Tournament. This is the …
The Freeman Store sells Civil War-themed items and presents exhibits about town history. Historic Vienna, …
Paisano’s Pizza on Maple Avenue opened in mid-May. The store features traditional and signature pizzas, …
Chocolates hand-crafted with proprietary cocoa at Cocoa Vienna.
Cocoa Vienna co-owners Sam Aboulhosn and Staci Meruvia [right] with Vienna Business Association President D.H. …
A child peers behind a glass barrier at the counters laden with chocolates at Cocoa …
People found relief under shade trees near the community center gazebo, and dogs were treated …
Adam and Heather Braucher, McLean, brought 20-month-old Gracelyn to Vienna’s Independence Day festival because Vienna …
Six-year-old Susie [Kerner], a pit bull rescued from a Boston shelter, is a certified therapy …
Family members Sophie Scinta, 9, Gina Scinta, Kathy Dix-Haskins, Judi Scharfman and Ariane Scinta made …
Cassie Geer’s dog Holly died last year, but 5-year-old Cassie wanted a pet to bring …
Festival-goers pause as the national anthem is played. The Vienna Police Department Color Guard presented …
The inflatable castle and the rock-climbing wall had lines, although the caterpillar and obstacle course …
Designer Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design in Bethesda, Md., says options for outdoor serving …
Karen Briscoe
A balloon artist dressed with French flair entertains children. The Tour de Tysons event was …
A balloon artist provided fun for children at the Tour de Tysons event Sunday, June …
The elite cyclists raced 30 miles, reaching speeds over 40 mph at the Tour de …
More than 300 cyclists participated in nine different races Sunday, June 30 at the Tour …
Winners stand at the Youth Intermediate Competition, a 7-mile race for ages 10-14 at the …
Sanat Shankardass, left, won a $50 Giant gift card for filling out a McLean Day …
The McLean Community Center hosts the annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Langley High …
The grand finale of the annual Fourth of July fireworks lights up the sky at …
Visitors sit on the Langley High School bleachers to watch the annual Fourth of July …
Guests watch the fireworks at Langley High School Thursday, July 4.
Robert F. Dorr will tell both personal and historical story of the airmen who appear …
Robert F. Dorr after a flight in a Marine Corps AH-1W Super Cobra attack helicopter …
During the last stretch of the parade, passengers in the antique car section threw the …
This decorated 1967 Chevelle wrapped up the first portion of the antique cars section of …
A vintage US Mail truck lead fire trucks and other rescue vehicles through the parade …
Representatives from several local Girl Scout troops helped lead the parade, carrying the banner and …
Residents participating in the car portion of the parade lined up on Columbine, waiting eagerly …
Selling Lemonade in Support of Purple Camps
Spotting a Hummingbird in Great Falls
Lifeguard James Cutler (front) prepares to launch a game of greased watermelon in the deep …
Grillmaster Denny Sisson mans the hot dogs for the party; the club went through nearly …
A bird’s eye view of the Great Falls Swim & Tennis pool on the busiest …
2555 Yonder Hills Way, Oakton — $1,600,000
9755 Avenel Farm Drive — $1,800,000
9705 The Corral Drive — $2,542,500
13 Purcell Court — $2,850,000
10736 Ardnave Place — $2,050,000
10601 River Road — $1,700,000
4074 Lorcom Lane — $1,495,000
3113 Key Boulevard — $1,725,000
1808 Taylor Street — $1,540,000
1730 Wayne Street North — $1,847,000
1610 Adams Street North — $1,750,000
9693 Mill Ridge Lane, Great Falls — $2,500,000
1119 Waverly Way, McLean — $2,723,000
1100 Mill Ridge, McLean — $3,104,000
10493 Patrician Woods Court, Great Falls — $2,550,000
1015 Basil Road, McLean — $5,677,777
One slide from a Department of Rail and Public Transportation presentation shows existing conditions along …
The Freeman Store sells Civil War themes items, as well as presents exhibits about town …
Davina Friedlander, a Great Falls native, recently starred on an episode of TNT’s “72 Hours.”
Davina Friedlander, right, works with her team to try and win $100,000 on the TNT …
Davina Friedlander, a native of Great Falls, was featured in a recent episode of TNT’s …
13 first-time candidates hope to charge Republican incumbents across Northern Virginia.
Alexandria Commonwealth's Attorney Randy Sengel speaks to the media about the Taft Sellers case outside …
Lieutenant Governor Mills Godwin and Alexandria Vice Mayor Nicholas Colassanto appear at the ribbon-cutting ceremony …
A new plaza will accommodate larger special events such as fairs, farmers markets, craft fairs …
A grid of new streets will accommodate pedestrian-friendly shopping.
Jon Lawlor sings and plays “Green Eyes.”
Nick Burroughs sings “Let Me Fall.”
Shannon Douglass sings “Secondhand White Baby Grand.”
Westfield grads perform a comedy sketch.
Remembering Reema Dan Hrebenak sings and plays “An Original Song” at the Remembrance Cabaret for …
Rachel Harrington sings “Climb Every Mountain.”
“Siempre Estaras Conmigo,” by Ritmo DMV Latin Dance Group.
Westfield High’s improv team does a skit called “Hokie Pokie.”
The Gin Dance Co. performs “The Core.”
Carolyn Agan sings “Anytime”
Katerina Rodgaard, Samaha’s dance teacher at the Russell School of Ballet, performs the dance, “For …
Claire Manship sings “Sooner or Later/The Man that Got Away.”
“Andaloosia,” the number Reema Samaha choreographed as a member of Virginia Tech’s Contemporary Dance Ensemble, …
VDOT’s choice to improve the Braddock/Pleasant Valley roads intersection is a roundabout with the center …
Nadir Froukh of Fairfax was honored for finishing fifth grade with A’s and B’s at …
Mom Shamshad Begum, son Zain Khan and dad Amer Khan with daughter Zoya Khan, of …
High school students Jamel Williams and Zain Khan were honored.
Elementary school students who were honored with A’s and B’s on their report cards.
Imran Hassan, Abdi Hassan and mom Hawa Dirshe.
(From left): Mom Rukhsana, daughter Rabia, and dad Shaukat Bhatti.
(From left): Lina Badawi, Courtnie Lucas, Cydnee Lucas, Ruba Badawi and (back) Stephen Amoako.
Although the opening ceremony for the Virginia District 9 Little League All Stars, hosted by …
Sitting on his amp, guitarist Kenny Lockard of The Crowns of Life picks out a …
Billie Fincham enjoys the luxury of a shaded chair and hot dog.
Sno-Kones! Brianna Ford savors a sweet and chilly snow cone. Volunteer Bob Dumont grinds the …
Rising Hope’s pastor the Rev. Keary Kincannon (center) savors the music of the Crowns of …
Wheeling and dealing, volunteer Nathale Jacobsen loads the whirling Bingo ball at the game table.
“Ain’t no love like my Savior’s love” harmonize Crowns of Life vocalists Leevere Peoples (left), …
“There’s power in the name of Jesus” sings rocker Johnny Galvin. His band Brother John …
Rising Hope Mission volunteers (left) serve free tacos, hamburgers, corn-on-the-cob, pies and watermelon for Saturday’s …
Rhianna Demson shows some of her children’s clothing.
Brett Gill, Kristina Robertson and Shaye Ennis from Barkley Square Pets
Chart depicts growth in older adult population.
Gale Curcio and Nina Tisara masterminded the Friday event at the historic Hollin Hall home …
Julie Ellis, Mount Vernon representative to the Commission on Aging, and Patricia Rohrer, Long Term …
When asked about his proudest moment, Johnson answers without hesitation: “Every call is my proudest …
Cleatus Burk asks for more information from nutritionist and counselor Cheryl Mirabella after the panel …
Samples of food prepared with UCM pantry items are offered to the audience after the …
Chew on This panelists: Cheryl Mirabella, Chef Cathal Armstrong and Nancy Roman.
Gigi Hyland calls out the name of one of the many raffle winners at the …
Mount Vernon Supervisor Gerry Hyland asks a question of the panel but also enlightens them …
Chef Cathal Armstrong reveals a turning point to his lifestyle. While working with First Lady …
Gigi Hyland introduces the panelists Cheryl Mirabella, Chef Cathal Armstrong and CEO of the Capital …
Volunteers Caroline Caplen and Esther Antwiwaa-Bonsu prepare sample of Chef Cathal Armstrong’s dish made from …
Mai T Trinh of Mai Health Now LLC is helped by her daughter Anais Joubert …
Brother and sister Victor and Alenette hold up their newly checked out books to read …
Siblings Joshua and Daria check out the Suggested Reading lists at the Lorton Library with …
Circulation Manager Laura Bumgarner checks out some of the children’s books waiting to be checked …
Toni Rai Salmi (as Dorothy Churthbert) and Matthew Pauli (as Miles Churthbert) in the Hub …
Kids get excited over Mr. Joe’s puppets as a part of the “The Fabulous Five …
Mr. Joe puts on a show for children of all ages at the City of …
Sisters Kaiya and Chiara sign up for the Summer Reading Program at one of the …
Nia, a rising fifth grader, and Cyrus, a rising third grader, pose with their newly …
The line for one of Dr. Stroop’s clinics, held under a tree.
Dr. Stroop removing bone fragments from a leg during her 2012 Ugandan trip.
Dr. Stroop treating a 6-year-old with severe malnutrition and malaria in Uganda during her 2012 …
Dr. DeeAnn Stroop
Matt Eline’s first day as Robinson’s new principal will be July 8.
Matt Eline is the new principal of Robinson Secondary School.
Young dancers from Tiny Dancers Fairfax studio bring the stage alive in their performance of …
Meghan Smiga (left), a 2013 graduate of W.T. Woodson High School, will play field hockey …
The Fairfax County Water Mine Swimmin’ Hole, located at Lake Fairfax Fairfax Park, is a …
A patriotic display of fireworks at the Lorton Workhouse Arts Center.
A giant caterpillar makes its way down Main Street during the City of Fairfax Independence …
The Fairfax Lions Club drives an eye-catching caravan during the City of Fairfax 2012 Independence …
Lt. Col. Mark Sites
West End Business Association board members Nancy Benjamin and Susan Sheldon.
Rose Boyd, center, with Ann and Rick Dorman.
Bike and Roll owner Stephen Marks and SBDC's Bill Reagan.
John Bordner, David Martin of Goldworks, Old Town Hilton General Manager Charlie Banta and Potomac …
Anna Jones with AEDP president Val Hawkins.
Merrie Morris and Maurisa Potts.
ACVA president Patricia Washington, David Martin and Vice Mayor Allison Silberberg.
ACVA director of membership and public affairs Merrie Morris, left, is presented a gift from …
Megan Boyle, a 2013 T.C. Williams High School graduate, will play field hockey at Towson …
Color Midst The Gray Sailing students chanced the weather after the rain subsided and went …
Snapshot 1:31 p.m., July 1: The sun attempts to burn her way through the clouds …
Alexandria Commonwealth Attorney Randy Sengel spoke to reporters on the report of investigation of the …
The Bradlee Safeway will close at end of business on July 13 for renovations.
Photographed here on a break from painting benches in the park are (from left) Ben …
Nutritionists say vegetables can become hearty and satisfying when they’re combined with the right herbs …
A recent study showed that vegan and vegetarian meals, such as this corn, red pepper …
Pages monitor the entrance to the Senate chamber of the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond, …
State Sen. Chap Petersen (D-34), (sitting, far right), discusses a bill in the Senate chamber …
Del. David Bulova (D-37) addresses his fellow delegates in the lower house of the Virginia …
Del. Vivian Watts (D-39) explains to constituents why she voted for the state’s historic transportation …
State Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-30), second from left, and Del. Scott Surovell (D-44), center, appear …
Del. Barbara Comstock (R-34) answers a question from the crowd about the bill.
Governor Bob McDonnell signs the Lyme Disease Testing Information Disclosure Act into law.
In April, the overpass at Telegraph Road in Prince William County was taken down to …
Governor Bob McDonnell praises the 95 Express Lanes project with Kevin Ginnerty, Transurban director of …
Kelly McGrath talks to local residents about nutrition strategies.
Rachel Bailey and Brittany Lutz introduce local residents to the new Parenting by Heart company.
Dr. Ben Glasman, Michael Polychrones, Virginia Inglese and the Total Health Concepts staff cut the …
The Tigers finished the season with a six-game winning streak including four playoff wins, three …
From left, Carole Dowd and Jackie Giovannelli stand at the book sale in front of …
Intersection of Scotts Run Road and Lewinsville Road before trail project.
Longtime neighborhood residents Roy and Linda O’Brien enjoying the new trail. Mr. and Ms. O’Brien …
Dedicating the trail were Bharat Khanal, site inspector, Fairfax County Capital Facilities; Dennis Marsh, project …
Shawn Howard with Thompson Greenspon and Anthony C. Chang, orchestra trustee.
Lillian Li with the Limatt Group that provides consulting on US-China business opportunities and McLean …
Emily Doerman shares a healthy frittata recipe with Candace Campbell at the Great Falls Farmers …
Aliyah Pandolfi models a handcrafted Kashmir-Rose shawl at her tent at the market—all profits support …
Sergio Izaguirre, Jr. and Alicia, his wife, at the Crazy Farm booth at the Great …
Diaz family Berries & Veggies banner.
Gonzalo Diaz, Jr. sells his dad’s produce at their stand at the Great Falls Farmers …
Gonzalo Diaz personally tends the five-acre Diaz Berries & Veggies Farm in Westmoreland County, Va. …
Samantha Beltran serves a customer while her dad, Leopoldo, sets up the Penn Farm stand …
Leopoldo Beltran sets up the Penn Farm vegetable stand at the Great Falls Farmers Market.
Dora Beltran at her family-cultivated 60-acre Penn Farm in Westmoreland County, Va.
Brenda Kiessling of Vienna bee watches in the field.
Paul Diehl, in full costume, tends a backyard colony.
Arlington County Superintendent of Schools Patrick Murphy with a friend.
Stephen Baldassari
Emily Patrick
Michael Spatter
Hanna Mitchell
Adam Searle
Kelsey Lanza
Sean Europe
Tina Chau
Joey Montgomery
Jeff Cockey
Delia Midamba
Jeff Snow
The menu at Elevation Burger lists the calorie-count of everything the restaurant sells—including condiments and …
Elizabeth Eastham and her mother Rebecca like the food and the ethic of Elevation Burger.
David and Jenny Mutryn (right) and their children Sam and Alice like the family-friendly environment …
Outside Oakton Library, sign reminds families about the start of the summer reading program.
Everybody’s having fun: Sydnee Stein, Mafalda Marrocco, Pamela Bogdonoff and Linda Sharp.
This was Paula Manczuk’s first time to an I2B event, but not her first encounter …
(Pictured from left) Chelsea H. Bryan of Arlington, Kate Jarosik of Fairfax and Billy Boyce …
Justin Galiani, a 2013 Langley High School graduate, will play soccer at Bucknell University.
Flexy, the new EZ Pass mascot greets Jason Shetler at the Keep Tysons Moving event …
EZ Pass unveils Flexy, their new mascot at the annual Keep Tysons Moving event Thursday, …
John Lynch, Regional Transportation program director for VDOT, speaks at the annual Keep Tysons Moving …
Guests duck the rain at the annual Northern Virginia Technology Council Hot Ticket Awards in …
Northern Virginia Technology Council President and CEO Bobby Kilberg welcomes NVTC members to her McLean …
A list of the materials the Town of Herndon will accept for recycling. This list …
Mindy Mitchell of Reston and Edward Land of Hampton share expertise from their new book, …
Encore Stage & Studio presents “Legally Blonde The Musical.” Elle Woods never takes “no” for …
Large platter, kiln formed glass by Ruth Gowell Ruth Gowell: Optical Studies The Torpedo Factory …
"Lily Pond," watercolor on Yupo Paper, by Grace Rooney Watercolors at Green Spring Meet local …
From left are Animal Shelter Director Tawny Hammond and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman …
Animal Shelter alumnus Lincoln.
Animal Services Advisory Commission board member Alison Volpert walks with her dog at the fundraiser.
Heidi Altman introduces her daughter, Sophie, to Lido the Irish Wolfhound.
Animal Shelter alumna Princess.
Animal Shelter alumnus Dasher.
After a ride on the Cliffhanger, three children dangle above the ground waiting for the …
The Moyano sisters enjoyed an escape at the 2011 fair in the air bubbles above …
