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Season of Giving Well Under Way
Local organizations “are dependent on the community.”
As the holidays approach, the spirit of giving spreads throughout Fairfax County. Many organizations, such as Food for Others and the Lorton Community Action Center, make it their mission to distribute the necessary services to those who need them in their communities.
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Campaign 101: Experiencing the Political Process
Campaign 101: Experiencing the Political Process
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Political Seeding
Campaign 101 teaches students how to run grass-roots political campaigns.
Political Seeding
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Irish Countryside in Great Falls
The Old Brogue celebrates 35th anniversary on St. Patrick’s Day with painting of Irish countryside by Great Falls artist.
Mike Kearney opened The Old Brogue in Great Falls on St. Patrick’s Day in 1981.
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Two Years Later, the Search Goes On
Homicide detectives are still seeking leads in a two-year long investigation of the murder of Yong Suk Yun, 61. He was killed on Oct. 7, 2010, in his Fairfax Station home at 5781 Ladues End Court. Yun owned the Dr. Wash in Chantilly and detectives believe Yun’s murder stemmed from a robbery.
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Week in Vienna
Weekly happenings in Vienna.
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Fairfax: Helping Abused and Neglected Children
Fairfax CASA seeks volunteers who are willing to work with children and families.
Since 1989, Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteers have advocated for over 6,500 abused and neglected children in Fairfax County. Known as Fairfax CASA, the nonprofit organization has been working hard to accomplish their ultimate goal: ensuring that each individual child’s needs are identified and addressed with the goal of living in a “safe and permanent home.”
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Managing Medication Can Be Challenging
“Let’s Talk about RxSM” helps seniors avoid prescription drug mishaps.
It was around 2 a.m. on a frigid winter night when Janet Russell was awakened from her sleep by the sound of woman calling for help.
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‘Do You Keep a Gun in Your Home?’
Starting conversations about gun safety can help prevent play date tragedies.
Starting the conversation felt awkward. After all, she didn’t want to offend another parent.
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Reston Prepares For World Police and Fire Games
Volunteers sign up to assist in national sports event.
This week, staff affiliated with the Fairfax World Police and Fire Games have been greeting and authorizing the volunteers and participants in the upcoming events at 1800 Cameron Glen Drive, Reston.
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Area Schools Celebrate New Beginning
What’s new at Irving Middle, Lake Braddock Secondary and Sangster Elementary?
Rising seventh grade students at Washington Irving Middle School are not the only ones preparing for changes this upcoming school year. “This is the first year that we’re going to teach the Civics and Economic class to all eighth grade students at the honors level,” said Assistant Principal Rick Mondloch in an interview on Aug. 18.
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Fun and Frolicking Through the Summer
Here are some suggestions for family activities in and around Potomac.
After school’s out, summer seems to fly by, with vacations, summer camp, sports clinics, team games and everything else. But every year, when fall starts, many wish they had done just a few more family outings or taken advantage of the many activities in and around Potomac. Here are some fun family leisure opportunities that shouldn’t be missed this summer. Start planning now for a memorable summer.
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Animals From Across the Country Find Homes in Alexandria
Life wasn’t full of hope for an eight-year-old shepherd mix known as Henry.
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Little Theatre of Alexandria Presents “Ripcord”
Now thru June 26, it’s the story of two women thrown together by a cosmic force with a wicked sense of humor.
The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) is presenting “Ripcord” from now through June 26. It’s the story of two women thrown together by a cosmic force with a wicked sense of humor.
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Looking Ahead to the Summer in Springfield and Burke
Fresh fruits and cardboard boats are coming up this summer.
Fresh fruits and cardboard boats are coming up this summer.
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A Small Patch of Dirt Can Yield Big Growth
Growing fresh vegetables can boost community health.
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Annual Bluebells at the Bend Returns to McLean, Great Falls
Festival at Riverbend Park 2022.
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ARHA and Alexandria Youth Impact Program Offering Free Two-Week Leadership Camp for Kids Ages 10-14
The Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) and the Alexandria Youth Impact Program (YIP) are joining forces to offer a two-week leadership camp for students at no cost to families.