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LaChina Robinson will be inducted into the Alexandria Sportsman’s Club Hall of Fame May 29 …
PFC Brian G. Rochefort
Over the weekend of Oct. 28-29, the American Fine Arts Craft Show, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. …
The Boyle School of Irish Dance outside the Sherwood Center.
Liz Barnes
The 7th annual Park After Dark fundraiser will be held Sept. 16.
Harvest Happenings helps children, ages 3-8, discover and experience the joys of the changing season.
Crowds fill the tent at a previous Park After Dark event.
A snuggle moment between Audrey Herod of Springfield and her dog Magic. Audrey received a …
The Camp family of Fairfax adopted Lulu when her owner had to give her up. …
Coty Dickson will display her oil paintings depicting “Local Scenes We Love” during the month …
Madison High School head football coach Lenny Schultz was killed in a traffic accident on …
Craft beer business in Virginia employs more than 8,900 people and produces more than $1 …
Giselle L. Pelaez
A Fall 2015 trip on the Billy Goat Trail.
Ava Spece, President and CEO, Workhouse Arts Center
Justin Kenny , winner of 'PBS NewsHour & The Center for Investigative Reporting' for OUTSTANDING …
Animal Services Officer Ken Howes heads out to patrol on a bike provided by the …
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s Animal Services Officers pedaling on the city’s bike paths to …
AWLA Animal Services Chief Brian Rees and Animal Services Officer Ken Howes get off the …
An existing closet space or other small area can be retrofitted to accommodate an elevator.
Bathroom renovation includes seating and handheld shower.
Jessica and Brendyn Hatfield as Jasmine and Aladdin.
Squeals on Wheels Traveling Petting Zoo will have a variety of farm animals on display …
Activities include field games, as well as a variety of fall-related arts and crafts projects.
Park visitors will shoot a bow and arrow, throw a spear, help build a dugout …
Herndon Labor Day Festival will be held on Monday, Sept. 5, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at …
The festival will be held on Monday, Sept. 5, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Downtown …
Barbara Ross, former deputy director of the Alexandria Department of Planning and Zoning, died Aug. …
Sasha and kitten friend Biscuit met when Sasha was 4 months old and considered Biscuit …
Ava Spece, CEO/President, Workhouse Arts Center
Ronni Jolles - Clothesline on a Hot Day, layered paper fabric & acrylic.
Sam Anas
From left -- Sous chefs Freddie Ventura and Antonio Rivera in the kitchen with chef …
Spring colors bloom on the patio surrounding Jacques Haeringer in Great Falls.
Brothers Paul and Jacques Haeringer outside the iconic French country restaurant that has been in …
Jacques Haeringer’s L'auberge Chez Francois gardens supply the award-winning restaurant with produce for much of …
Kelly Layfield (left) is the more practical of the business partners and balance to Alyson …
Marian Davenport, a longtime teacher at Springfield Estates Elementary School, died Feb. 13 at 87 …
Marian Brant Davenport
Gretchen Bulova is the author of a new book on the history of Gadsby’s Tavern.
Ekaterina Forkin, 15, a sophomore at Oakton High School, is one of 24 selected participants …
A serving station and beverage center is situated midway between kitchen and dining room, within …
To accommodate the Millettes’ call for in-kitchen dining, the Foster team created space for a …
Sightlines and natural light availability have increased in the Millette home. Interior lines, colors and …
The “open” floorplan introduced to the Millette's Reston home by Foster Remodeling eliminates walls yet …
Volunteers participate in the Hume Park revitalization.
(From left) are Scott Silverthorne, Colin Harbison, Jeff Smith, Sonja Cummings and Kirk Holley.
Lake Braddock running back Lamont Atkins recently committed to play football at Vanderbilt University.
The Dawson house.
Home remodeler Bob Gallagher, who grew up near Clifton, organized a benefit to help Dixie …
David Zamkow of Potomac is biking to California and raising money for leukemia research.
House 3 on Annual Holiday Homes Tour.
Deb Rudd discussing the school’s Chorus which meets each Friday afternoon at the end of …
Ruth Donahue, Orchestra director, playing along with members of Spring Hill’s top group to show …
Dan Freeman playing the trombone.
Marilyn Harwood, General Music teacher, demonstrates the recorder, which students start playing in third grade …
Sarah Hamaker, of Fairfax, wins Christian fiction award.
L. A. Theatre Works production of ‘Dracula.’
From left: Sam Cornbrooks of Springfield, 17, Chad Vann of Lorton, 16, and James Woods …
The MetroStage production of Gabrielle Fulton’s UPRISING is part of the Women’s Voices Theater Festival. …
Andrew Zuckerman
Peter Holdway as Sidney Bruhl in NextStop Theatre’s ‘Deathtrap.’
Kathy and Steve Smith with their three granddaughters, (from left) Kathy Cate, Meredith and Caitlynn.
Visit Alexandria president and CEO Patricia Washington speaks at the ACVA annual meeting Sept. 30 …
Scenes from the upcoming PBS drama “Mercy Street” were shown at the ACVA annual meeting. …
From left, Shelby Mysel and Tara Sankner show their handmade potholders and coasters.
Vienna’s Bhagwati Agrawal has been named one of CNN’s Top Ten Heroes of 2015 and …
Sharon Bulova (D) and Arthur Purves (R) listen to Ralph Appleton’s question at a debate …
Paul Krizek with Lucia Ylla, vice president of the organization in Peru promoting economic development …
Food 4 Thought volunteers at the Woodley Hills Elementary School community packing night included (back …
Wendi Kaplan explains why “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” by Judy Blume was …
Kathleen Baker reads from “The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss. The children’s book was banned in …
Alexandria Director of Libraries Rose Dawson reads from “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When …
Burke and Herbert’s Joe Collum, Walter Clarke and Jeff Stryker, executive vice president and bank …
Burke and Herbert’s Joe Collum, right, takes on Jeffrey Feller in the cornhole tournament.
Shawn McLaughlin, event co-chair Jane Hughes, RTA board chair Amanda Chandler and Tim Geary enjoy …
Jennyfer Lee, Gina West and Perry Bird of Fannie Mae celebrate their award as RTA …
Jeffrey Feller addresses the crowd after accepting the Rebuilding Together Alexandria Volunteer of the Year …
Gerald Padmore, Juniper Program Outreach Coordinator, INOVA, works on his priority objective: HIV/AIDS prevention in …
Mayor Euille announces the clinic for the medically uninsured to take place on Nov. 14.
Arlene Hewitt and Mary Lee Anderson have been longtime partners on health issues for seniors …
Jay Blackwell provides a set of “J’s rules” for working in partnership. Among the rules: …
Allen Lomax and Mayor Bill Euille confer at the Partnership meeting.
Miles Lucas #8 is to set to take the handoff from QB DeAndre Clayton.
Members of VOICE (Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement) pose for a photo after City …
Colonial Pipeline gasoline pipe line break in Centreville VA during the week of Sept 21, …
Centreville High School sweethearts Colleen McMurrer and Brady Gleason are engaged
Most Worshipful Grand Master Roger C. Brown (left) congratulates Worshipful Master Julius D. Spain, Sr., …
Getting ready: The gang at the Reston Regional Library, the busiest in the Fairfax County …
Shrek (Paul Tonden) in rehearsal for Reston Community Players production of “Shrek the Musical.”
Elizabeth Dean starred in musicals and a cappella concerts at Oakton High School.
The South Lakes Varsity Golf Team, including Khyal Kapoor, Alex Nelson, Nick Kim, coach Carol …
Kurtis Grant, a sophomore at South Lakes High School, won the Liberty Conference Golf Tournament.
A composite image from Fairfax County shows home scenarios that are both more and less …
From left: Fairfax County School Board members Ilryong Moon (at-large) and Tammy Derenak Kaufax (Lee), …
Bruce in the USA, a Bruce Springsteen tribute band, will rock the crowd.
Police Officer tickets a bicyclist in Old Town Alexandria.
The back of the Write-In Euille campaign flyer.
The new face of Alexandria.gov
A memorial to Deborah Ann Bogar at the intersection where she was fatally struck.
Bicyclist Ken Noice (left) and Old Town Resident Randy Randall (right) in disagreement over the …
Marcus England (back left) donated funds and volunteered his time to Mount Vernon Woods Elementary …
Shirley Ginwright of the Fairfax County NAACP speaks at the Justice for Natasha rally in …
Belle Jar Design in Clifton specializes in restoring vintage furniture and re-purposing antique items such …
From left -- Heather Taylor and Laura Jane Cohen of Burke are about to open …
Jonathan Matías of Springfield first visited Cervantes after his three-year-old son found the coffee shop …
Wood Ranch Tri Tip (front), a California and Texas-based traditional preparation of sirloin slow-roasted overnight …
Sunlight streaming in from floor-to-ceiling windows contrasts with an interior palette of deep, earth tones …
Springfield resident Brian Watson, general manager of Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill, which opened at …
One of two cell phone videos of the incident shows a Fairfax County police officer …
Fairfax County Police released photos of the knife found on Cansler after he was arrested.
Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid (left) answers questions opposite opponent Bryan Wolfe (right) in a …
Annie Sullivan (Meghan Landon) and Helen Keller (Lucy Robert) star in ACCT's production of "The …
Captain Keller (Rich Amada) and Kate Keller (Emily Golden) star in ACCT's production of "The …
Carluccio’s has an Italian market on the bottom floor of the restaurant with products from …
Alfio Celia finishes off his vegetarian special with five spinach meatballs. He says for every …
Alfio Celia has added a little olive oil, a little chili oil and some vegetable …
“Egg please.” Alfio Celia breaks an egg into a dish to mix with spinach, grated …
Alfio Celia, chef at Carluccio’s on King Street, lines up the ingredients for his vegetarian …
Episcopal defensive lineman Joe Goff (77) and a teammate close in on Bishop Ireton quarterback …
Episcopal running back Eli Blair-May rushed for 211 yards and two touchdowns against Bishop Ireton …
McKenna Family attorney Harvey Volzer holds up never before seen pictures of Natasha McKenna after …
Natasha McKenna’s great aunt Eudora Paul carries a sign with McKenna’s words the day she …
Some of the members from the Lake Braddock’s Bruin Marching Band walk at the award …
From left -- Laura Sizemore and Ava Ingegneri, color guard captains of the Bruin Marching …
The Bruin Marching Band musicians and color guards spread across the football field, creating energetic …
Elizabeth Lee, one of the drum majors, led the Lake Braddock’s Bruin Marching Band at …
Brass lined up neatly in a straight line.
Drum majors – Elizabeth Lee is left, wearing a salsa dress – stood in the …
The Bunnyman returns at Clifton’s Haunted Trail on Oct. 24, a terrifying annual event that …
West Springfield QB Peter Muskett # 7 threw for over 320 yards and 5 TDs, …
South County QB Deandre Clayton # 11 ran for a game high 126 yards and …
The Pride of Herndon marching band will march in the annual Homecoming parade on Oct. …
Students in the Young, Gifted and Black Braintrust.
In foreground, from left: Former U.S. Rep. Jim Moran, Supervisor Gerry Hyland and state Sen. …
Retiring Mount Vernon District Supervisor Gerry Hyland
Former U.S. Rep. Jim Moran receives a gift from MVCCA gift.
VDOT’s options for commuters on I-66 under new plan.
Milleysha Molina led Chantilly with 19 kills during Monday’s five-set victory over Langley.
On Wednesday, Sept. 23, Herndon Police Department assisted with the security detail for Pope Francis' …
On Saturday, Sept. 26 as part of National Drug Take-Back Day, 186 pounds of unwanted …
Marcy & Zina Show (from left) Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler.
By the last day of camp, on Sept. 3, the students were ready to treat …
Hundreds of candles shone in memory of Robert Simon last Friday, Sept. 25 at Lake …
People of all ages stop to look at and give thanks to Bob Simon through …
Bob Simon enjoyed telling the story of meeting a child near his statue who asked …
About 500 people filled Lake Anne Plaza in September for a candlelight vigil to remember …
Saharnaz Farivar, an architect and planner, takes a long look at the statue of Bob …
Jessica Donaldson led Langley with 15 kills during the Saxons’ five-set loss to Chantilly on …
Langley’s Elena Shklyar (12) and Katie Sissler attempt to block Chantilly’s Julia Recto on Monday.
Julia Recto totaled 14 kills against Langley on Monday.
Saint Luke Serbian Orthodox Church volunteer Marieluise Soric serves traditional Serbian dishes.
Saint Luke Serbian Orthodox Church will host the first SerbFest DC this weekend.
Spit-roasted pig will be among the Serbian delicacies at this weekend’s SerbFest DC.
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department trucks respond to the area of New Braddock Road …
The Blood and Guts 5K Race will include 15 obstacles at Bull Run Regional Park …
The Animal Shelter’s thank-you cake for the girls.
Shelby Mysel (left) and Tara Sankner show their handmade potholders/coasters.
Walter Johnson cheerleaders salute the crowd of walkers.
Aaron Skrivanek, Henry's dad, was team leader of "Henry Strikes Back."
VisionWalk begins.
Henry Skrivanek smiles at the VisionWalk.
Kathleen Sibert, president/CEO of the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network (A-SPAN), points to a diagram …
Kathleen Sibert, president/CEO of the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network (A-SPAN), moves down the hall …
The women’s rooms at the shelter are brightly decorated and in addition to a bed …
Showers are located on both the second floor for the day program and on the …
Kathleen Sibert, president/CEO of the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network (A-SPAN) readies the new Homeless …
Homeless clients are greeted at the front services desk of the Homeless Services Center with …
Lt. Shawn Pendo, a deputy fire marshal for Arlington County, jumps in his truck and …
Firefighter Will Farrell pulls out a door hanger with fire safety information to leave at …
Elena Cura watches firefighter Peter Slauch check an upstairs fire alarm outside her bedroom door …
Dr. John Word, principal of Kenmore Middle School, illustrates a math project that was an …
Lilo Stephens, with Principal Dr. John Word, is a classroom teacher for a social studies …
Kenmore Middle School located at 200 S. Glen Carlyn Springs Road is a middle school …
A mural of two crouching cougars, the Kenmore school mascot, covers the wall leading up …
Dr. John Word, principal of Kenmore Middle School for the last 17 years.
Judy Aw of Falls Church takes gold as Charlotte Hicks looks on for 60-plus pickleball …
Alease Brooks (left) and Betty de la Cruz, both of Arlington, take the gold medals …
Jimmy Carroll, a junior at Marymount University, said the 10 seconds he saw Pope Francis …
A group of Marymount students were among the more than 20,000 people who attended Mass …
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens hosts a Winter Walk of Lights operating from mid-November until the first …
Vandana Pamechav working on mixed-media-painting of trees.
Ronni Jolles working with paper to craft her unique paper artworks.
Roberta Beasley in front of mixed-media landscape painting.
Jo Fleming standing with mixed-media painting including pine tar as one of the media.
Jennifer Duncan adding charcoal line to mixed-media painting
Customers peruse an array of Benjamin Moore palettes.
Color Wheel employee Hernan Pico applies a dark coat to a frame. Custom framing is …
Entertainer Nick Williams made sure the fun started happening even before guests passed through the …
Dallas Tolentino stars as the Mad Hatter in Synetic Theater’s production of “Alice in Wonderland.”
Kathy Gordon stars as Alice and Vato Tsikurishvili stars as the Caterpillar in Synetic Theater’s …
Auto enthusiast Heidi Mraz tears up automobile magazines to craft portraits of collectible automobiles.
From left -- “Friends of Matt” committee members Olivia Augustini, Alex Ladd, Chris Piper, Jason …
On Oct. 4, McLean Central Park will transform into a lively landscape of mini art …
“Now Comes the Night” (left to right) Jaysen Wright, Dylan Myers and Sun King Davis …
George Scott, president of the United Methodist Men, and Pastor Denise Childers of Great Falls …
The Oktoberfest celebration features food, live music on two stages, children’s activities, marketplace vendors, and …
More than 30,000 people, some of whom came when they were children themselves and now …
Color Wheel founder Nellie Boswell, circa 1979, helps a customer choose wallpaper.
From left, Charlie, Elisabeth, Renate and Charlie’s daughter Kimberleigh in 2010.
Dranesville District Representative, Fairfax County School Board member, and former PTA president at Franklin Sherman …
NOVA Firearms owner James Gates holds a gun in his shop: “I understand that we …
Protesters outside NOVA Firearms in McLean on Saturday, Sept. 26. The gun store is located …
Madison outside hitter Jaynie Carter tallied 11 kills against the Stallions.
A knitting and crocheting group known as the Flying Fingers displays their creations for Ellie’s …
Jay Coakley, founder of Ellie’s Hats, visited South County High School to speak about the …
Seven-year-old Ellie Whitfield, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in the spring of 2013, …
Dr. Randy Hoff, chief executive officer of Cenergistic, announces that with 146 Energy Star-certified schools, …
Members of the Select Women’s Ensemble of Annandale High School perform the National Anthem to …
Madison setter Kendal Hall had 29 assists against South County on Sept. 24.
Gene Cole has been selling apple butter and apple cider at the bazaar since the …
Affordable children’s clothing is always available at the annual bazaar, in addition to used but …
Porta Nickles is preparing to celebrate her own birthday soon, looking forward to blowing out …
Resident John Donahu chats with the “Floating Dessert Lady” – who is actually executive director …
Ann Corsino joined the Brightview Great Falls community about half way into this, their inaugural …
Brightview Great Falls executive director Tina Aulakh gave the welcome speech and made the toasts, …
Engineer Nick Roper and Supervisor John Foust discuss initial design plans for a $265 million …
Lake Braddock quarterback Kyle Edwards carries the ball against West Potomac on Friday.
West Potomac running back Justine Annan ran for 49 yards and a touchdown against Lake …
Keynote speaker Eric Broyles, a Washington, D.C.-based attorney and co-author of the book “Encounters with …
(From left) J.E.B. Stuart High School seniors Anna Rowan, Cassie Marcotty, Marley Finley, Abby Conde …
Commissioner Shirley Ginwright, chairman, Communities of Trust Committee and president of the Fairfax County chapter …
Nardos King
An audience filled the large meeting room at the Sherwood Regional Library for a meet …
From left: Candidates for Mount Vernon District supervisor Jane Gandee (R), Dan Storck (D) and …
Michael A. Sweeny
Freddy A. Bonilla Rodriguez of Alexandria was charged with second-degree murder in a Hybla Valley …
Rebuilding Together Alexandria volunteers from Fannie Mae working in Hume Springs Park.
St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes cross country standout Audrey Androus, right, holds her Athlete of the Month …
Mayor Bill Euille reads the Constitution Week proclamation Sept. 21 at City Hall.
Representatives from six DAR chapters join Mayor Bill Euille for a photo following the signing …
Students from Jefferson-Houston, Samuel Tucker, Lyles-Crouch and Mount Vernon Community School sit in City Council …
Students, teachers and staff from Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy stand in front of City Hall after …
Linda Greenberg, Constitution Week chair for the National Society of the Daughters of the American …
Pamela Simon has driven in from Laurel, Md., with eight Henckel knives to be sharpened …
Nancy Pollard says La Cuisine carries a number of items of cookware and ingredients that …
Nancy Pollard, owner of La Cuisine on Cameron Street since 1970, stands in front of …
Quarterback Mark Ellis, seen earlier this season, and the West Potomac football team will host …
Head coach Barry Wells and the Mount Vernon Majors are off to a 2-1 start.
T.C. Williams defensive back Colson Jenkins intercepted two passes during Saturday's 21-6 loss to Westfield.
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City Council candidates at the West End debate.
Infographic by the Alexandria Fire Department outlining changes to the plan.
Fire Chief Robert Dubé in front of a Dual-Role Transport Unit.
Vola and David Lawson’s sons: McArthur Meyers (left), David Lawson (center), and Peter Lawson (right).
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South County RB Demarcus Ramsey #40 led all rushers with 56 yards.
Fairfax County Police officers from the West Springfield District Reem Awad (center) and Zachary Rocco …
Members of Fairfax County Police and Norfolk Southern Railroad Police teamed up to spread awareness …
Adil Gour of Burke (left) receives a warning from Norfolk Southern Railroad Police special agent …
The South County High School varsity football team gallops across the new artificial turf field …
(From left) Daniel, Andy, Benjamin, Joseph and Catherine Holden of Fairfax prepare for the one-mile …
(From left) Sara, Johnathan, Rick and Ben Breaux of Fairfax and Catherine Saliba of Manassas …
Nadine Vazquez stands in front of the old chicken coop from when her father Martin …
Christopher Cao, from Fairfax City, was one of 51 students recently selected across the country …
Capt. Chris Marsh standing outside the Fair Oaks District Station.
Margaret Gawrysiak as Public Opinion and Javier Abreu as Orpheus in Virginia Opera’s production of …
Iman Awad, an administrative director from Gov. Larry Hogan’s office presents a citation to Geneva …
Eileen Curtis, president of Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce, welcomes Pinky Khatri, doctor of audiology, …
Flanking Supervisor Frey are his staff members Kathy Buckley and Mike Coyle.
Michael Frey and Cheryl Repetti
Police Capt. Bob Blakely at the podium.
U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (on left) had Michael Frey’s name placed into the Congressional Record.
Former U.S. Rep. Tom Davis and Michael Frey shake hands at the ceremony’s end, while …
Michael Frey with his Phillies cap and jersey from (from left) labor center Director Molly …
Michael Frey chats with School Board member Kathy Smith.
Pat Herrity (on right) gives Michael Frey a Springfield District pin.
Sharon Bulova gives Michael Frey a hand-drawn sketch of the Board of Supervisors.
Kate Hanley and Michael Frey share a laugh.
Centreville rB Julian Garrett # 4 looks for an opening against the Broad Run defense.
Westfield linebacker Kevin Petrillo blocks a T.C. Williams punt during Saturday’s game.
Westfield quarterback Tyler Scanlon scans the field during Saturday’s victory over T.C. Williams.
Westfield running back Taevon Chapman-Greene rushed for 96 yards and two touchdowns against T.C. Williams …
Tavon Greene (27), Bryson Malo (20) and the rest of the Westfield defense limited T.C. …
Robert Simon overlooks Washington Plaza at Lake Anne, where Reston’s opening ceremony was held in …
Kellen MacBeth, member, board of directors of Arlington Thrive, addresses those attending the event.
Hanna Eun, vice president, board of directors of Arlington Thrive, acted as master of ceremonies.
A Bingo happy hour was held Tuesday, Sept. 15 at Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill …
County Board Chair Mary Hynes holds a stack of letters from the public on the …
More than 150 people attended Sunday’s gathering at Herndon High School to celebrate Christine Sleeper’s …
Flint Hill senior Morgan McKnight totaled 26 kills against Oakton on Monday.
Oakton senior libero Alex Marquis had 23 digs against Flint Hill on Monday.
Oakton junior Alice Yang finished with 21 kills against Flint Hill on Monday.
Oakton senior Emily Heier totaled 20 kills in Monday’s win over Flint Hill.
Tray Sleeper, Christine’s son
This year’s Harvest Festival at Agricultural History Farm Park on Saturday, Oct. 3 centers on …
Capt. Gavin White (U.S. Army) and his assistance dog Stuart address the crowd at the …
Thomas Jefferson is the only middle school in Arlington County that is an International Baccalaureate …
It is a Friday afternoon and the sixth grade watermelon social has just ended. Eighth …
Thomas Jefferson Middle School at 125 S. Glebe Road is housed in a building that …
Keisha Boggan, principal at Thomas Jefferson (TJ) International Baccalaureate World Middle School
See and hear model trolleys and steam and diesel trains plus Thomas and some of …
Members of the Catchin' Toads performs for the crowd (from left): Zach Schwartz, Jeremy Nachison, …
The driving range was included in the Family Fun Day at Woody's Golf Range in …
Having fun with the hula hoop are Leslie Loges of Reston, Emmitt Poindexter of Sterling, …
The Wolf Trap Opera Company performed their weekly lunch music series on June 22 2010. …
From left -- Gayle Grimes as Jessie, Joanna Snitzer as Cora, Michelle Fletcher as Ruth, …
From left -- Barbara Gertzog as Celia and Joanna Snitzer as Cora in rehearsal for …
Anne Hilliard, of Silver Spring, Md., in her second year participating in the Super H …
English Harper, of Brandywine, Md., warms up at the start line of the 12th Annual …
Jesse Graham, of Bristow, Va., with wife Bobbie and twin daughters Makaylee and Madisen, 9. …
The team from SES Government Solutions in Reston run in the 12th Annual Super H …
Sled hockey coach Brian Dutton, of Reston, with Maya, 7, before the start of the …
Anthony Caparella, of Silver Spring, is the first to cross the finish line of the …
Lisa Korade
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue were needed by foot and helicopter to transport an injured …
Nora Pouillon, owner of Restaurant Nora, signs books for Great Falls Friends and Neighbors at …
Dance scholarship honoree Kelly Hogan with scholarship fund president Ricki Harvey. The dance scholarship was …
Lea Lines, who grew up in Springfield, holds a 4.0 grade point average at George …
Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Scholarship Fund Board members and scholarship recipients: front row: Scholarship …
Oakton resident Mark Sweeney donated his time and equipment to fingerprint children at the Optimists’ …
Donaldson’s Run filled the Town Green with classic rock-and-pop music throughout the morning during the …
Children got to dunk some very familiar faces if the balls hit the “dunking” lever. …
Super H 5k Run, Walk and Wheel founder Harry Freedman opens the race to benefit …
Larry Chloupek, of Potomac, Md., crosses the finish line during the 12th Annual Super H …
More than 80 musicians perform with the McLean Orchestra.
Miriam Burns is the orchestra’s conductor and musical director. “One of my favorite things is …
Lake Braddock's David Fofi (2) and Peyton Scott celebrate Fofi's second-quarter touchdown reception during the …
Lake Braddock defenders Andrew Niedringhaus (44), Daniel Dinges (51), Asa Ward (3) and Ibrahim Mansaray …
Lake Braddock running back Lamont Atkins stiff-arms a Robinson defender during the Bruins' 21-14 victory …
The two mom and pop shops in this Springfield shopping center were replaced by a …
The eateries that dominate Fairfax Drive feed the offices and apartments that form the streetscape.
The Ballston Common Mall will soon transform into the Ballston Center, and showered with natural …
Herndon junior Kristina Caggiano (5) scored two goals against South Lakes on Thursday.
Herndon junior Sammy Stone is committed to play field hockey at Ohio State.
Herndon senior Seara Mainor scored three goals and had two assists during Thursday's 7-0 win …
Dr. Scott Ralls
Candidates for Alexandria City Council
Ramsey homes today (left) and the original designs from 1941.
Siblings Alexandra (right) and Angelo (left) Napoli carry “Say Her Name” signs to encourage people …
Siblings Bo and Emma Lewis show off their doughnuts – strawberry-frosted with rainbow sprinkles, vanilla …
Customers look at items outside the Variety Store.
A small churchgoer eyes the giant shark-like piñata made for children’s entertainment.
Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church members wave small lights during a song at their 60th anniversary.
The Rev. Kate Walker gives a blessing for Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church’s 60th anniversary (pot …
Retiring state Sen. Linda “Toddy” Puller (center) was presented with a flag flown over the …
Michele Thames and Pecos
Ava Spece, president and CEO Workhouse Arts Center.
Fairfax County Sheriff’s deputies, wearing protective suits, can be seen forcing Natasha McKenna to the …
Amanda Moore (left) of Annapolis and formerly of Kingstowne, and Mike Curtis (right) of Manassas …
Erika Totten of Alexandria compared McKenna’s death to the “casual slave killing” act in the …
Cayce Utley of Centreville said she was “here because we killed Natasha McKenna.” Utley said …
Candidates Corazon Foley (center), running for Springfield District supervisor, and Elizabeth Schultz (right), running for …
In addition to the Sept. 19 launch of his first book, Burke-based author Art Taylor …
Art Taylor
Girl Scout Melissa Toler, of Burke, is fundraising for scholarships for Cambodian students with a …
From left -- brothers Shane and Patrick Hulse sell their “Little Wishes” greeting cards at …
A dead man was found early in the morning on Crosspointe Drive in Fairfax Station …
Dino Garcia’s training enabled him to complete Ironman Maryland.
Dino Garcia and his wife Alejandra
Docent Dottie O’Rourke tells guests the hearth in Sully’s separate kitchen was used until 1842. …
Visitors head toward the story dairy to peek inside.
Area residents tour the Sully Historic Site’s home and grounds.
In the master bedroom is the original sewing table of Lee’s wife, Elizabeth.
Docent Betty Holman shows a sewing sampler to some visitors.
In the parlor hangs a portrait of Richard Bland Lee.
Docent Allen Taylor in the home’s dining room.
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Sully Historic Site’s renovation are (from left) Donald Hawkins, Michael …
Jon Siegel with the sign seeking the safe return of Rusty Rooster.
Rusty Rooster, dressed for Halloween.
Author Veronica Li will give a talk on long-term caregiving. Li spent eight years taking …
Co-owners of Aslin Beer Richard Thompson, Andrew Kelly, and Kai Leszkowicz at 257 Sunset Park …
A chalkboard has been set up along construction fencing at the Wiehle-Reston East station, and …
Lisa gives bonded pair Lily (left) and Buddy (right) a safe haven in the midst …
Monica Kelly, of Woodbridge, is almost as wet as her dog Link, a 1-year-old American …
(From left) Casey Filippone and Jason Stavish are the co-owners of Elite Fitness Concepts. Filippone …
Supervisor John W. Foust, Herndon Mayor Lisa Merkel, Vice Mayor Jennifer Baker and others helped …
Williamsburg Middle School is one of two traditional middle schools in Arlington County with the …
Students head from second lunch period down the hallway to grab books from their lockers …
Hannah Oukib, cafeteria manager at Williamsburg Middle School for six years, said, “Everything here is …
Principal Gordon Laurie greets students in the hallway between classes on the third day of …
Seniors participating in the Spring Robust Walkathon.
Family Fun Day for “Growing Hope” offers activities for children, and music and free refreshments …
What historic water-powered mill ruins may look like. Robison explained the construction features at her …
Debbie Robison presenting on her historic mill discoveries throughout Fairfax County stream valleys.
Sophie Stute, Gabriela Cid and Spencer Buddie, can’t hide their excitement at having a monarch …
Join the Herndon community on Sept. 19 for Family Fun Day to help the five …
School Board student representative Ben Press, a senior at James Madison High School, called the …
Phyllis Payne of the advocacy group Start Later for Excellence in Education Proposal applauds School …
Vienna resident and Immediate Past National Commander American Legion Dan Dellinger gave the keynote address …
Ron Vine presents results from a large survey concerning Fairfax County parks. County residents say …
The Color Guard stands at attention while the audience recites The Pledge of Allegiance.
The Great Falls Freedom Memorial: “The Community of Great Falls, Virginia Honors Those Who Have …
T.C. Williams lineman Ravon Bridges chances after Oakton quarterback Sal Tutone on Friday.
Oakton running back Janar Ploompuu rushed for 93 yards and a touchdown against T.C. Williams …
The Oakton defense held T.C. Williams to 36 yards of offense and two first downs …
Sophomore outside hitter Katie Hibner led Lake Braddock with 13 kills during Thursday’s match against …
Chantilly junior Milleysha Molina finished with seven kills against Lake Braddock on Thursday.
Chantilly junior Julia Recto tallied 21 kills during Thursday’s 3-1 victory over Lake Braddock.
James Marlowe in his Fairfax tattoo parlor: Marlowe Ink.
Zach Hall, member of the campaign staff, discusses endorsing Mayor William Euille with local residents …
Mayor William Euille fields questions from the media after officially announcing his candidacy.
A group of supporters gather for Mayor William Euille’s announcement.
Mayor William Euille addresses the crowd at Waterfront Park on Sunday, Sept. 7.
Lonnie Rich, former member of City Council, was one of several speakers endorsing Mayor Bill …
Mount Vernon chapter of Quilters Unlimited of Northern Virginia donated blankets and quilts to United …
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Daphne Sprinks checks her new lavender watering can for the rocks she has been carefully …
Scott Sutherland walks to the back corner of the nursery where he shows one of …
Kerry Sprinks and her daughter Daphne have filled a wagon full of pansies to put …
Scott Sutherland begins the mid-afternoon watering at Greenstreet Gardens on King Street. He says the …
Hauling trucks without using their covers is a violation of hauling regulations.
Austin Flajser addresses the Waterfront Commission and Old Town residents.
“I Never Knew Him” by Karen Swenholt, on display at The Gallery Convergence as part …
The Honorable Janine Saxe, Chief Judge of the Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District …
The Chief Judge of the Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, the Honorable …
Commonwealth’s Attorney Raymond F. Morrogh (left) announced his view Tuesday, Sept. 8 that none of …
Fairfax County Public Schools superintendent Dr. Karen Garza visits with a young student in Samantha …
Mantua Elementary School student leaders welcomed superintendent Dr. Karen Garza for her visit on the …
West Springfield student leadership and principal Michael Mukai enjoy some sunshine during lunch on the …
Betsy Fawsett, assistant principal: “The success we’re going to have. And making sure we’re ready …
Michelle Park, senior: “Everything about senior year. For cheerleading, making it all the way to …
Abby Basse, senior: “Leading my field hockey team hopefully to the district championship.”
Grace Duah, senior: “Acting auditions this fall in Chicago and New York for theater school. …
Collin Farquhar, senior: “Senior activities like football games, Prom, homecoming. I have mixed emotions.”
Caleb Plott, senior: “Getting accepted in college. The University of Mississippi, where I’m from, is …
Brittany Branch, senior: “Getting into college. My top choices are Christopher Newport University, the College …
Sarah Benson, senior: “Getting our literary magazine “Xanthus” off the ground has been my project …
Nakkara Hess, senior: “It’s my last year of reckless youth -- I want a STOP …
Katelyn Crafts, senior: “Graduating, then becoming a teacher for either elementary school or preschool.”
Jenna Huber, junior: “Meeting new people. I went to West Springfield High School last year, …
South County High School principal Matt Ragone looks at class schedules with students during the …
Paige Ahmed, senior (left): “Taking fashion design at Fairfax academy, and graduating.” Caleb Allison, senior …
Matthew Eline, principal: “The kids coming back, and teachers getting to do what we do.”
Katie Tran, senior: “Getting to my class right now.”
Eri Daniel, sophomore: “A fresh start, for everything.”
Ryan Keith, senior: “Just being a senior, in general.”
Cheerleaders welcome students walking into their first day at Robinson Secondary School.
The Potomac Yard Giant grocery store opened for business Sept. 4.
The new Potomac Yard Giant grocery store opened Sept. 4 and replaces the Del Ray …
Giant associate Yvonne Haggins, left, helps Jessie LeCount-White select grapes from the fresh produce section …
Kindergartner Gavin Reeder reacts to his first day of Kindergarten at Bull Run Elementary.
Students returned to Bull Run Elementary School on Tuesday, Sept. 8. From left are Assistant …
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Participants at least year’s Out of the Darkness Walk.
Susan Rosenstock and son Evan
Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church is 110 years old.
The Rev. Adrian V. Nelson II
Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church’s Anniversary Committee included (front row, from left) Cheryl Harris, Mary Crawford, …
The lower level of Villa dei Leoni pays homage to the Washington Redskins.
The living room of Villa dei Leoni includes blue and gold accents and furniture by …
A crackle-glass mirror hangs above the fireplace and is flanked by Schonbek crystal sconces in …
Light streams through large windows in the foyer of Villa dei Leoni. An Italian table …
Villa dei Leoni, which is set on a 10-acre property, is one of the homes …
Real estate firm Smith | Schnider opened in Arlington.
From left: Principal and Executive Vice President Julie Zelaska; Founding Principal Marty Schnider; and Founding …
Representatives from the real estate, moving and home design industries will show homeowners planning to …
Thousands of pieces of Arabic sweets fill the tables at the Middle Eastern Food Festival.
Holly Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church volunteers Cathy Baroody, Proto Deacon David Baroody, and Mary Baroody …
Heidi Kaska and Nancy Betress show off some of the 20,000 pieces of sweets for …
Danielle Maynard became interested in discussing this topic after witnessing several teammates struggle with the …
Danielle Maynard and brother Nick Maynard promoting Nutrition’s the Mission at the Pacers Running DCXC …
In McLean, people will often buy an older house with the plan to knock it …
Infill development on Franklin Lane in McLean. Many locals chafed at the loss of most …
After coaching his 10U Vienna Stars softball team to a national championship this summer, coach …
Some Vienna Stars 10U after winning nationals: left to right are Katie Kutz (McLean), Katelynn …
Victory Pyramid for Vienna Stars 10U. Top of the pyramid (L to R): Dannica Wiggins …
Sarah Semko of Great Falls with the Vienna Star’s 10U tournament trophy from the “Memorial …
Carl Garland gets batting help from Midhun Lal.
Nate Garland lifts off as he bowls.
Wicket Club Coach Midhun Lal, owner Shaista Chaudhry and Dev Santosh.
Rebec Vineyards was one of several wineries present. “I drink wine every night before bed, …
(From left) Kathy Johnston, Ron Johnston, Marcus Coats and Raziya Brumfield met and became friends …
The Town of Herndon’s Public Works Complex is right on the edge of Herndon’s boundary.
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Meeting construction deadlines, new school welcomes students this week.
Discovery Elementary incorporates ultra-modern building materials, extensive use of solar panels and even tapping into …
Teachers preparing for the beginning of school.
Founding Principal Dr. Erin Russo
Principal Bridget Loft shows off a year-long art project situated in the lobby of Swanson …
Swanson Middle School offers the elective “dim sum” of choices, a strong music program and …
Bridget Loft, principal at Swanson Middle School at 5800 N. Washington Blvd., says, “We do …
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West Potomac receiver CJ Burch caught 14 passes for 206 yards against Langley on Thursday.
West Potomac quarterback Mark Ellis completed 22 of 29 passes for 374 yards and three …
Robinson running back Dajon Lee rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown against West Springfield …
West Springfield receiver Daniel Adu caught two touchdown passes against Robinson on Friday.
West Springfield quarterback Peter Muskett threw four touchdown passes and ran for a score during …
Mount Vernon junior Michelle Diminuco scored both goals during the Majors’ 2-0 win over Stuart …
The plan for renovating the Hume Springs Park playground at 100 Dale St.
An expansion to the second floor of the Del Ray Pizzeria was the center of …
Deputy Gloria Wright with the AED on the rhird floor of the Alexandria Courthouse.
From left: Tom Flatt as Vernon Volker, Ted Culler as Richfield Hawksley, Michael Dobbyn as …
The walled off mosquito pit at the end of Duke Street.
Throughout September, photographer Fred Eberhart will display his work at Broadway Gallery, 5641-B General Washington …
From left, Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Association members Kathleen Pablo and Nancy Sargeant wear sashes …
Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Association held a viewing of “Iron Jawed Angels” at Gunston Hall …
Members of the military march across Veterans Bridge in Springfield during the 14th Annual BridgeWalk …
Springfield boy scouts Pack 868 and Troop 856 march in the 14th Annual BridgeWalk in …
Book-lovers rejoice; the local treasure “Fall for the Book” is arriving for a week-long stay. …
Mike Clark, director of student activities at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke said he …
Ihamna Valencia, CAFB Visual Communications Coordinator, holds one of the enamelware bowls that will sold …
(From left) Becca Pred-Sosa and Michael Hollister, two Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) volunteers. This …
Motorcycle officers salute Sgt. Ryan Lindenbaum’s casket after his funeral.
An architectural rendering of the new WERA broadcasting booth and radio station, currently under construction …
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Ben Press and Harris LaTeef, incoming and outgoing student representatives on the Fairfax County School …
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State Trooper Jacqueline Vernon
New sign for the Trooper Jacqueline Vernon Memorial Bridge unveiled.
McLean High students Sri Medicherla, Fatima Shahbaz, founder Michella Ma, and Stanton students.
Sign at Turner Farm Park. Many people in Great Falls would like to see Turner …
There will be some changes to the Reston dining selection, including the anticipated arrival of …
Commuters board a Silver Line train in 2014, the year that the Silver Line opened …
Fall at the fifth tee of Reston National Golf Course.
A red fox carries a meal of a squirrel at Reston National Golf Course.
Pileated woodpecker feeding young in a nest hole in a large tree along Reston National …
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Robb Hill’s new black and white photo exhibit at Photoworks Gallery, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. focuses …
Police Sgt. Ryan Lindenbaum
