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It’s ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ at Franklin Middle

Featuring a cast and crew of 125, Franklin Middle School presents the musical, “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Show times are Wednesday, March 14, at 2:45 p.m., and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 15, 16 and 17, at 7 p.m. each night Tickets are $8 at the door and during school lunches.

It’s ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ at Franklin Middle School

Featuring a cast and crew of 125, Franklin Middle School presents the musical, “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Show times are Wednesday, March 14, at 2:45 p.m., and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 15, 16 and 17, at 7 p.m. each night Tickets are $8 at the door and during school lunches.

Enjoying Frozen Treats to Help Fairfax Girl

Rita’s Italian Ice raises money for Tara Sankner.

Standing on a crate behind the counter of Rita’s Italian Ice, 8-year-old Tara Sankner of Fairfax scooped the cool, frosty treat into cups for customers. Some came there Monday evening because the weather was warm and they enjoy Rita’s offerings. Many others came because the Fairfax location was holding a fundraiser for Tara, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.

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Will Residents 'Bond' in Oakton?

Referendum that would pay for building the Oakton Library appears on Nov. 2 ballot.

Will Residents 'Bond' in Oakton?

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Chantilly High Presents ‘Annie, the Musical’

“The sun will come out tomorrow.”

Complete with Daddy Warbucks, Sandy the dog and a certain red-haired orphan, Chantilly High is presenting “Annie, the Musical.” The curtain rises Thursday-Friday, Oct. 22-23, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door or $10 via www.chantillyhsdrama.com.

Vienna Teen Wins National Gold Medal in Art

Also receives $10,000 Scholarship at Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.

Razan Elbaba, 17, a senior at Oakton High School in Vienna, won the Gold Medal Portfolio and a $10,000 scholarship in the 2016 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards presented by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers in New York.

Arlington: Pitching Staff Gives O’Connell Softball Chance to be ‘Special’

Freshman Sandercock throws no-hitter, strikes out 12 against Holy Cross.

The Bishop O'Connell softball team improved to 10-0.

Lake Braddock, Hayfield and TJHSST Win Japan Bowl

Competition tests students’ knowledge of history, language, culture and more.

Every year, high school students studying Japanese have a chance to participate in the National Japan Bowl, a competition that tests their knowledge of Japanese history, language, culture and more. Some of the country’s top language students make it to D.C. to compete; however, more than just classroom attendance is required in order to do well.

Alexandria: Aldersgate Stages "Pride and Prejudice"

Presents Jane Austen's tale of manners, love and misunderstanding in class-conscious England.

Aldersgate Church Community Theater (ACCT) is putting on "Pride and Prejudice," Jane Austen's classic tale of manners, love and misunderstanding in class-conscious England in the early 19th century. Directed by Mary Ayala-Bush, the show runs through March 29.

Challenges of a Lean Economy

Could a meals tax be the answer to fund the schools?

The school budget, roads and money were the main topics Monday night, Jan. 20, when Supervisor Michael R. Frey (R-Sully) gave his annual, “State of Sully” address.

Thousands Without Power In Vienna and Oakton

Violent storms down trees and power lines.

Downed trees and power lines kept crews working around the clock Sunday in Vienna and Oakton to restore electricity and clear roads of debris after a wave of violent storms barreled through the region Friday, June 29.

Potomac Almanac Entertainment Calendar through December 10

Potomac Entertainment Calendar

Life Lessons in Word and Song in Fairfax

Fairfax High presents ‘25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’

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Shutouts are Sweet for Lake Braddock Defense

Bruins blank Robinson, earn donuts for third straight week. Last 3 weeks, Bruins beat all, 139-0.

While the Lake Braddock defense has left a sour taste in opponents’ mouths in recent weeks, the Bruins’ palates have experienced a sweet sensation — and not just the taste of victory.

Lorton: History Revisited at Gunston Hall

George Mason’s home hosts events on life in the 18th century.

George Mason’s Gunston Hall is looking for volunteers who love history and would enjoy sharing that passion with young people.George Mason’s Gunston Hall is looking for volunteers who love history and would enjoy sharing that passion with young people.