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New decision-making training meant to alter how Fairfax County police officers approach use of force
Making decisions can be instinctual, from the gut. It can also be practical and informed, coming to the best judgement considering all variables. For police officers responding to calls where there might be a threat of violence to civilians and or themselves, their decision whether to use force and which type to neutralize the situation quickly must be a hybrid.
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Area Roundups
Area happenings in Burke and Fairfax.
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Easter Egg Hunt in City of Fairfax
Thousands come out in search of Easter eggs at Van Dyke Park.
More than 4,500 people attended the eighth-annual City of Fairfax Easter Egg Hunt at Van Dyke Park and the Sherwood Community Center on Saturday, March 26.
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Alexandria Letter: A Solution That Isn’t
Letter to the Editor
Growing up, I had two pre-k teachers: Mrs. Cook, who was kind and theone you could tell anything to, and Miss Lurton, the focused, learneddisciplinarian. If you were lucky to go to preschool, I bet you remember your teachers too. They were often the first adults outside your family you grew to depend on and trust.
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Alexandria: Former Deputy Fire Chief Dies
Michael Conner dies at 68.
Each October during National Fire Prevention Week, a solemn ceremony takes place at Ivy Hill Cemetery where a Roll Call of the Fallen is taken to honor firefighters who have given their lives protecting the citizens of Alexandria. This year’s ceremony will take on new meaning when the toll of a bell rings out for Michael Conner, the former deputy fire chief whose recruit class first dedicated Ivy Hill’s Circle of Honor in 1970.
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Burke: Robinson Boys’ Lax Avenges Loss to Yorktown
Rams win with strong defense, Daniel’s 5 goals.
The Robinson boys' lacrosse team defeated Yorktown earlier this season.
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Alexandria: Bishop Ireton Girls’ Lax Improves to 6-0
The Bishop Ireton girls' lacrosse team is off to a 6-0 start.
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Founding Reston: From Blueprint to Reality
In the fall of 1961, New York City real estate developer Bob Simon had $2 million that was burning a hole in his pocket.
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Reston: Hunters Woods Neighborhood Coalition Sustaining a Welcoming Neighborhood
The Hunters Woods Neighborhood Coalition (HWNC) is a group of businesses, organizations and residents in and around the Hunters Woods Village Center that has had numerous successes since its inception.
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Herndon Crime Reports
Notable incidents from the Herndon Police Department from March 14-20.
Notable incidents from the Herndon Police Department from March 14-20.
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Fairfax: Woodson Girls’ Lax Dominates Lake Braddock in Second Half
Sophomore Dougherty leads Cavaliers with six goals.
The Woodson girls' lacrosse team beat Lake Braddock 18-4 on Tuesday.
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Herndon’s Downtown: Get Involved
See proposals at the Town’s new website at www.herndon-va.gov; click on the “Latest News” tab.
Herndon residents have a chance to get involved in the future of their town’s downtown.
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Molly McCracken holds a meeting March 16 with her adult volunteers to discuss everyone’s readiness …
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Centreville Letter: A Gift to Acknowledge Veterans
Letter to the Editor
I remember him walking through the front door with his dark blue uniform, adorned with medals and his perfectly formed hat, an imposing figure to a 6 year old. My father was part of the greatest generation of WWII vets that served their country with honor and with unyielding patriotism inherent in them from a very early age. I have that patriotism, too, because of him.
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Clifton: Region's Best Kitchen Design Over $150k
Tops-in-category “COTY” winner in Clifton opens for tour April 9.
An expansive Clifton kitchen recently named the Washington area's “Best for over $150,000” will be opened to the public Saturday April 9 from 12-4 p.m.
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Profile: Jean Janssen, Force Behind Area’s Smart Markets
Food shoppers should take their collective hats off to Jean Janssen. She is the motivating spirit behind the area’s Smart Markets, a collection of farmers’ markets that showcase locally grown and raised produce and meats, plus a few temptations, such as hand-made sausages, popcorn, and baked goods (as in divine French pastries).
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Chantilly Snapshot: Visiting Engineer
Shon Isenhour, an engineer with GPAllied, spoke to students at Chantilly High School about the growing field of reliability engineering as part of the USA Science & Engineering Festival's Nifty Fifty program that brings top scientists to local schools to inspire students about STEM in advance of the April 16-17 USA Science & Engineering Festival in D.C.
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Mrs. Arlington Puts Spotlight on Child Sexual Abuse
In an effort to combat child sexual abuse, Jen “Elizabeth” Peace is using her title as Mrs. Arlington to teach educators, parents and those with access to children how to recognize and prevent child sexual abuse.
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Arlington: W-L Sophomore Edelstein Earns Win Against West Potomac
Generals win third straight with 5-4 victory over Wolverines.
Washington-Lee won its third straight game on Monday.