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Chantilly Letter: Celebrating Being American
Letter to the Editor
As an American Muslim, I would not partake in Easter since it is a Christian holiday.
Summer Group Show at Reston Art Gallery and Studios
Artists’ Reception: Sunday, July 10, 2 – 4 p.m.; Exhibit: July 7 – Aug. 3.
Commentary: Court of Public Opinion
Last week the Supreme Court of the United States unanimously overturned the public corruption conviction of Virginia’s former governor, Robert F. McDonnell.
Herndon: More Rain Than Shine, But Loads of Fun
Jenna and Fritz Tanis came to the fireworks in Herndon prepared, with a tent comfortable for four no matter how much rain fell.
Herndon Business Owner Raises Funds for Fisher House Foundation
On Thursday, June 23, Sean Moran, franchise owner of Wireless Zone in Herndon and South Riding, Virginia, presented Fisher House Foundation a check for $758 as part of his continued support for the charity.
Arlington: Keaton and Chaplin Inspire Silent ‘Twelfth Night’
Synetic Theater presents Shakespeare production set in the 1920s.
Synetic Theater is presenting "Twelfth Night" from July 13 to Aug. 7. After garnering 11 Helen Hayes Award nominations, Synetic’s 2014 hit is back by popular demand.
Ex-convicts Discuss Voting Rights Restoration
Arlingtonian ex-convicts meet with governor to discuss voting rights restoration.
The right to vote is one of the most fundamental American freedoms, and one denied to many Virginians released from prison on felony charges. On June 29, Gov. Terry McAuliffe met in Alexandria’s Northern Virginia Urban League with advocates for the restoration of ex-inmate’s rights.
Back to Business in Ballston
Nine new projects to provide retail, office and residential.
As the Ballston Mall slowly begins to continue towards new life, all across Ballston new development plants are emerging.
Week in Vienna
Weekly happenings in Vienna
Vienna Crime Reports
Notable incidents from June 24-30.
Letter: What Was Founding Fathers’ Intent?
To the Editor
On this Independence Day (July 4, 2016) I am reading Paul Carlock’s letter (“Gross Misreading of the Second Amendment,” The Connection, June 29-July 5, 2016) setting forth his views on the meaning of the Second Amendment.
McLean: Planning to Oppose Special Exceptions?
Assisted living facility and expansion of an elementary school to be heard by Planning Commission later this month.
McLean: Summer Strings Camp Mixes Monsters and Music
Campers keep orchestral skills fresh through sight reading, music history.
Great Falls: Preventing Zika: Doing Your Part
Open public meeting in Great Falls on how to prevent the disease from spreading.
In light of growing international concerns regarding the spread of the Zika virus, the Fairfax County Health Department is holding open public meetings to inform residents how to best prevent the disease from spreading.
Parade, Fireworks Go On in Great Falls
Although the weather forecast threatened rain and thunderstorms for the majority of the day, it wasn’t enough to stop hundreds of people from gathering in Great Falls for the annual July 4 celebration.
Great Falls: Undisturbed Forest, Detailed Negotiation
Eric Knudsen, Great Falls Citizens Association, advocate for the protection of the environment.
Great Falls: Troop 673 Promotes Six Eagle Scouts
Boy Scout Troop 673, sponsored by the Great Falls United Methodist Men, held a much larger Eagle ceremony than usual, when it celebrated the promotion of six graduating seniors as new Eagle Scouts on June 18.
Dragon Boating
It’s been called the fastest growing water sport in the world – although it took more than 2,000 years to recently take aim at that title.
Strategies for Preventing Concussions This Summer
Local physician is pioneering traumatic brain injury treatment.
Summer has been dubbed “trauma season” by health care professionals.
Editorial: Hungry in Summer
There are hungry children in Northern Virginia, more so in summertime.
Summer for most children in Northern Virginia is a time of fun and activities, camp and vacation, trips to the pool and possibly to the library.