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Family Makes it on the Trail

Scott Jenkins, son Tracy hike Appalachian Trail over summer.

While it’s said that a journey begins with a single step, for the Jenkins family of McLean, their 2,000-mile plus journey began by literally climbing a mountain.

Christmases Past

Neighbors share traditions and memories of the holiday season.

Some Vienna neighbors shared their recollections with Vienna-Oakton Connection readers.

Since he was a boy, William Garrett knew he’d grow up to be a firefighter. Although he and his family have lived in Centreville six-and-a-half years, he was born and raised in Alexandria’s Gum Springs community — and that’s where the spark was ignited.

Living Legends: Lord and Brown Help Shape This City

They share an artistic vision and a volunteer spirit.

One is an accomplished architect, the other an award-winning photographic artist. Together Marlin G. Lord and Kathryn A. Brown transform the world around them and give tangible evidence to the philosophy of Johann Friedrich von Schiller: “He who has done the best for his own time has lived for all times.”

Putting a Face on Homelessness

462 homeless interviewed during Registry Week, an intense effort to document Fairfax County’s chronic homeless.

"We have to step up to this question. … Are we going to walk away from this tonight and say, 'That's just the way people live?’ Well, it's not the way people should live." —Supervisor Cathy Hudgins (D-Hunter Mill)

Centre View Roundups: Oct. 31, 2012

Roundups

WMCCA Briefs: Untenable Situation of Glen Hills Landowners

The Department of Environmental Protection has completed Phase 1 of the Sanitary Study of the Glen Hills area. The 2002 Potomac Master Plan called for a limited study of failed septic systems in this region to find on-site remedies or, where needed, recommend limited sewer extensions.

People of Faith Gather to Support Marriage Equality

Holding red heart balloons and handing out candles and flowers, nearly 200 guests gathered in the shadow of the historic Fairfax County Courthouse to celebrate the union of a one couple on Valentine’s Day.

Machete Attack a 'Tipping Point'

Officials see larger concerns connected to gang-related incident.

Machete Attack a 'Tipping Point'

Laurel Grove Rebuilds, Remembers

Members of Laurel Grove Baptist plan to rebuild the church, which was destroyed by fire in December.

Laurel Grove Rebuilds, Remembers

Getting To Know ...

Branching Out

Hidden in a wooded corner, Silverbrook Nursery welcomes new neighbors, old friends to Lorton.

Branching Out

Delegate and attorney debate the merits of the Virginia Marriage Amendment.

What Approximates Marriage?

EMS: 30 Years — Thousands Of Lives

Alexandria set the standard for how EMS should function.

EMS: 30 Years — Thousands Of Lives

A Neighborhood Tradition

At RT's, providing fine food and good conversation since 1985.

A Neighborhood Tradition

Grassroots Effort Pushing for Later School Start Times in Fairfax County

Alexandria Choral Society Celebrates End of Another Season

New artistic director announced at garden party.