Thursday, May 31
Animal Hospital Holds “Barke” Sale in Fairfax for Dogs and Kids
Donations go to medical research for cancer patients.
Grocery Store Planned for Fenced-Off Vacant Lot in Springfield
Lidl grocery store to revitalize central Springfield.
‘A Constant Achiever, Going the Extra Mile’ in Sully District
White honored as Sully District Station’s Officer of Year.

Theater Directors Respond to Cappies Nominations
Westfield and Chantilly will be at June 10 awards gala.

10th Congressional District Candidates Seek to Convince Local Voters
Sully and Hunter Mill Democrats host forum.
Wednesday, May 30

South Lakes Pitcher Taylor Shuts Down Madison in Region Tourney
Rosner hits three-run homer to help Seahawks beat Warhawks.
Reston Hosts ‘A Star-Spangled Salute’
Reston Town Center comes alive with patriotic songs and music over the Memorial Day weekend.
Herndon Honors Veterans Fallen In Service
Speaker at the Memorial Day Ceremony in Herndon also calls to honor government civilians and contractors killed in the line of duty.
Herndon Festival 2018 is Almost Here
Festival combines the joy of outdoor concerts with the thrill of a summer carnival all packed into a 4-day family-friendly event.

Tenth District Candidates Debate in McLean
Economic Equality Caucus hosts 10th Congressional District candidates.

Something to Celebrate in Tysons
Latest transportation improvements acknowledged with ribbon-cutting ceremony

Blue Firefight in Virginia's 10th Congressional District
Six Democrats vying for Democratic nomination to face Barbara Comstock.
Democrats are so eager to take on two-term incumbent U.S. Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-10), some of them have actually moved to the district specifically to run against her.

Oakton and Vienna Farmers Markets See Changes
Vienna Farmers Market moves to the Community Center parking lot; Oakton now opens Saturdays 9 a.m.

Great Falls Honors the Fallen
Community gathers at Great Falls Freedom Memorial to pay tribute to those who fell in service of their country.

Working To Narrow Montgomery County’s Hunger Gap
Montgomery County Muslim Foundation’s efforts praised.
Tuesday, May 29

T.C. Williams Crew Rows Through Gales to Medal at Stotesbury
Women’s Frosh 8s win Gold, Light 8s take Silver.

‘Unified and Distilled Vision’ in Alexandria
Council and School Board consider joint planning values, criteria.
Monday, May 28

WP Girls’ Lax to Host Defending State Champ Robinson
Wolverines beat Hayfield, advance to region semifinals.

West Potomac Boys’ Lax Advances to Region Semifinals
Wolverines thump Annandale to advance in regionals.

Despite Heavy Rains, Huntington Dodges Floodwaters
Levee under construction to address future flooding.
Celebrate National Trails Day at New Children’s Trail June 2
Fully-accessible park designed for people of all ages and abilities to play together.

Figueroa’s Grand Slam Revives SoCo in District Championship Softball Game
Stallions overcome early deficit to beat Lake Braddock on Monday.
Friday, May 25
Thursday, May 24
Nurses on Front Lines in Opioid Epidemic
Community Service Board nurses provide life-saving care, advice.

Pups and Pints 5k and After Party
All-day event benefits Fairfax Station-based Homeless Animal Rescue Team.
Wednesday, May 23

Experience Broadway in Tap, Jazz and Song in Chantilly
Encore presents “Another Opening, Another Show.”

‘Compassionate, Steadfast, Committed, Dedicated’ in Centreville
Johnson celebrates 25 years as Mount Olive’s pastor.

Yorktown Baseball Beats South Lakes in District Finals
South Lakes pitcher Josh Taylor shut down the Patriots lineup for most of the evening, with 12 strikeouts during his complete game two-hitter.

Fine Arts Festival Huge Success in Reston
GRACE changes things up a bit to retain the festival's world-class ranking.

Dance Theatre on Adrenaline in Reston
Sean Dorsey Dance unpacks trans/queer perspectives with sass and playful humor.

Functional, Fun and Healthy in Herndon
Herndon Pit Stop draws both morning and afternoon cyclists at Bike to Work Day 2018.

A Field of Hope for Child Abuse Victims
Herndon Police Department supports SafeSpot Children's Advocacy Center of Fairfax County.

Paisano’s of Herndon Hosts Fundraiser for Police Unity Tour
Herndon Police Department supports the effort.

Local Musicians Release Their New Album
Singer/songwriters Kathleen Huber and Tom Bodine are members of the Reston/Herndon Folk Club.
Tuesday, May 22
Potomac Author To Host Book Signing Saturday
Aimee Agresti celebrates publication of first adult novel.

Cassatt’s to Raise Funds for Yorktown High School Theatre
Photographs of student performers on exhibit.

Koomey’s Blast Yields Championship for Yorktown Patriots
Patriots come from behind to beat South Lakes on Saturday.

Movers for Moms Supports Families in Shelters
Annual campaign coordinated by Two Men and a Truck franchises.

Cherrydale To Celebrate 125th Anniversary
Festivities will open with plaque commemorating historic 1960 lunch counter sit-in.

Forestville Elementary Principal Publishes a Book
Todd Franklin’s ‘The Solution-Focused Educator’ aims at ‘supporting today’s educator for the tablet generation of learners.’

Ambassadors of Sport, Health and Community
Local USA Triathlon Ambassadors to host Triathlon Info Event.

Uniting the World, One Song at a Time
Mosaic Harmony Choir readying to present annual Spring Concert.
Monday, May 21

West Potomac Girls Defeat T.C. Williams in District Lacrosse Championship
Boys’ game suspended due to weather.

T.C. Williams Crew Captures 4 More Medals at State Championships
Men’s First 4 repeats as State Champs.
Stiffened Competition for Transportation Funding
Regional body considers competitive infrastructure projects in light of state funding constriction.

Riggins to Keynote Alexandria Sportsman’s Club Dinner
$30k in scholarships to be awarded to local athletes.
On the Tab in Alexandria
Affordable Housing advocates celebrate meals tax increase while restaurateurs lament.

OTAC Presents $1,000 to T.C. Williams, West Potomac Seniors
Araujo, Petteway receive Peter Williams Memorial Scholarship.

Honoring State, Community Leaders and Students in Northern Virginia
Northern Virginia Urban League awards $32,500 in scholarships at annual gala.

Bass Player for ‘Cracker’ Honed Musical Talents in Mount Vernon
Band headlines this year’s Celebrate Fairfax Show in June.
Saturday, May 19
Friday, May 18

Burke Keeps Giving Back
Locals to hold hunger relief drive along Burke Centre Parkway, offer community service activities May 19 and 20.

Cappies Review: Disney Magic at Fairfax High
Fairfax High production of Disney's The Little Mermaid.
Thursday, May 17

Centreville Batting Cage Temporary Closure Sparks an Uprising
Park Authority looking for new management.
Some Oppose Plans for New Lorton Community Center
Homeowners bordering the park want open space to stay.

Lorton: ‘You Cannot Beat This Market for Freshness’
Lorton Farmers Market open Sundays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Honoring an Accident Victim, Scouts Break out the Garden Tools
Scouts give the triangular island at Sydenstricker Road and Old Keene Mill Road in Burke a makeover.

Centreville High Senior On Her Way to Miss Teen USA Pageant
Himanvi Panidepu in national competition.
Wednesday, May 16

NextStop Theatre in Herndon Explores Family and Faith
Scorching comedy ‘Bad Jews’ from May 24 to June 17.
Dispose of Old Medications in Herndon
Use the CVS/pharmacy Drug Collection Bin located in front of the Herndon Police Station.
Small Businesses Play a Critical Role in Herndon
What do Herndon's 'Little Boxes' offer patrons, how do they do it and what do they need to thrive?
Visit Reston’s Gardens of Note
A self-conducted tour of 5 notable gardens in Reston, Saturday, June 2.
Small Businesses Play a Critical Role in Reston
What do 'Little Boxes' offer patrons, how do they do it and what do they need to thrive?
Great Falls Home Sales: April, 2018
In April, 2018, 25 Great Falls homes sold between $2,600,000-$579,000.
Great Falls Home Sales: April, 2018
McLean Home Sales: April, 2018
In April, 2018, 114 homes sold between $6,600,000-$182,000 in the McLean and Falls Church area.
McLean Home Sales: April, 2018
Potomac Home Sales: April, 2018
In April, 2018, 68 Potomac homes sold between $4,125,000-$459,000.
Potomac Home Sales: April, 2018
Supporting Pride of Herndon
Herndon Marching Band will represent the United States at the D-Day 75th Anniversary Ceremonies in Normandy, France.

About Time or Déjà Vu at American Legion Bridge?
The Board of Supervisors pushes for Maryland to add capacity to the bridge.

Community: It’s A Dog’s Life in Potomac
Lap dogs of a different kind paddle for fun and fitness at Potomac Aquatic Center.
Tuesday, May 15
Great Falls Authors Celebrate Published Works
Conversation with authors to be held Saturday, June 2, at the Great Falls Library.

Great Falls Optimist Club Presents Awards
Awards given for Optimist International Essay Contest; Oratorical Contest; and Helping Hands Recognition Awards.
Tenth District Forum to Be Held in McLean
Candidates to debate at the McLean Lutheran Church of the Redeemer on May 23.
Monday, May 14

T.C. Williams Crew Medals in First Round of State Championships
Rowers bring home a Gold, 4 Silvers, and a Bronze.

People At Work: New Smile Brings New Life in Alexandria
Changing lives through Give Back A Smile program.
Saturday, May 12

Rebuilding Together Keeps Families at Home in Alexandria
More than 700 volunteers participated in 32nd annual Rebuilding Together Alexandria Day.
Friday, May 11
Upgrades for Mount Vernon Recreation Center
Modernization to the interior and parking are part of the plan.

Targeting Revenue in Alexandria
Advisors and business leaders encourage city to develop Revenue Master Plan.
Holding Unaccompanied Alien Children in Alexandria
Local youth detention center has contract with federal program.

South County Pitcher Martin Shuts Down Lake Braddock
Freshman allows one hit, strikes out 12 during 3-1 victory.

Free Storytelling Show and Anniversary Celebration in Fairfax
Better Said Than Done celebrates seven years of storytelling in Northern Virginia.

Beloved Numbers, Beautiful Voices in Fairfax
Celebrating 60 years, Fairfax Symphony presents its season grand finale.
Thursday, May 10

Interfaith Friendship Walk Held in Fairfax
About 100 people visit eight different communities of faith in the City of Fairfax.

The Story of Sisterhood, Justice and Redemption in Lorton
South County High School's production of ‘Legally Blonde.’

Hope and Health Festival in Lorton
Sixth annual event sponsored by LCAC, South County Church, and Lorton Library.

Cappies Review: A Look Into the Land of Witches and Giants in Springfield
West Springfield High School's production of ‘Into the Woods.’

Centreville’s Forest Glen Sustains $10 Million Damage
Blaze races through 75 apartments, displaces 125 people.

‘That Thing Was Crazy – Like a Monster’ in Centreville
Fire burns 12 townhouses in Sully Station II.

Herndon Becoming Dementia Friendly Community
Town of Herndon is working to become the first dementia friendly community in Virginia.
Friday Night Live! 2018 Rocks On in Herndon
The outdoor concert series draws a crowd of more than 1,000 spectators on the first night of its 2018 concert series.
Wednesday, May 9

Reston Fine Arts Festival Returns May 18-20
Three full days with more than 200 artists, and experiences.
Paw-sitively Fun at Reston Town Center
Outdoor festival brings together local businesses, animal rescue groups and pet lovers.

Local Students Join Gun Safety Town Hall
Much unity, some dissension as community discusses the issue.
Tuesday, May 8

Synetic Theater Presents ‘Titus Andronicus’ in Arlington
Wordless Shakespeare production with intrigue, war, romance, action, madness, and family drama.

German, Japanese Language Students Address Arlington Board
Kanninen calls presentation the most effective advocacy campaign she’s seen.

Virginia Hospital Center Nurse Awarded for Service
Taryn Overman receives “4 Under 40” Emerging Leader Award of 2018.

Cappies Review: Best You Can Be ‘in a Man’s World’ in McLean
McLean High production of ‘9 to 5: The Musical.’
New Dominion Women’s Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary in McLean
125 people party at The Pavilions of Turkey Run at Claude Moore Colonial Farm on May 4.

Pratt’s Double Propels McLean to Dramatic Win over Langley
Highlanders score four runs in bottom of the ninth inning.
Opinion: Another Blow Against ‘Living History’ in McLean
National Park Service announces closing of McLean’s Claude Moore Colonial Farm.

Cappies Review: A Tragic Story Wonderfully Told in Vienna
Oakton High production of ‘Titanic the Musical.’
Monday, May 7
Senior Services of Alexandria: May: Senior Health and Fitness Month
Come to the May 23 Senior Health and Fitness Fair.

T.C. Williams Girls’ Soccer Eyes Return to State Tournament
Titans shut out Annandale on senior night.
Pipeline Playwrights To Present ‘Unfocused’ in Alexandria
Stage reading of Jean Koppen’s play at MetroStage.
Friday, May 4

Healing Through Reflection in Alexandria
Trees planted in Memorial Garden to honor victims of 2007 Virginia Tech shooting.

Townhouse Plan Advances for Old Colony Inn Site in Alexandria
Commission approves hotel redevelopment into townhouses.
Thursday, May 3

Evenings of Laughter and Standing Ovations in Fairfax
Rambunctious Theatre Company at Robinson presents ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot.’
Commentary: Small But Needed Step in the Right Direction
Why raising the felony larceny threshold to $500 is an important step in Virginia?

Darcy, Miller-Green Lead Lake Braddock Past Robinson
Glynn pitches five scoreless innings for Bruins.

Chasing the Dreams on Stage and in Life in Springfield
West Springfield High presents ‘Into the Woods.’

Charity Basketball Game in Vienna Raises $1,000
Fundraiser for the Lamb Center between Mosby Woods and Providence Elementary Schools.

Teen Job Fair Held in Springfield
About 400 people attend event sponsored by Supervisor Pat Herrity.

Lee High School Library Wins National Award
Librarians Mimi Marquet and Lisa Koch honored, win $10,000 for their school.
Wednesday, May 2
Springfield Rotary Club Honors Outstanding Teachers
Teachers selected from Rolling Valley, Irving Middle, and West Springfield High schools.

Campaign for Lake Accotink Goes On
Full house at Lake Braddock debates six options to save the lake.
Two Council Members Challenge Herndon Budget Adoption
Respectful conversation and facts eventually lead to budget adoption.
Captain White Comes Home to Herndon
Local businesses help renovate home for catastrophically injured service member.

What’s In $60.2 Million Herndon Budget
Water and Sewer Funds and Downtown Parking Fund drive the majority of the 17.7 percent increase.

Oak Hill Youth Wins Poetry Contest
Sagar Gupta, an eighth-grader at Rachel Carson Middle School, receives recognition.

Remembering and Honoring Nabra Hassanen
‘Being human means having a heart, toward any race or religion,’ said 18-year-old Abdel-Latif of Palestine.

‘Celebrating the Magic of Giving Back’ in Fairfax County
Some 144 individuals and groups honored at Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards.
Tuesday, May 1

Signature Presents ‘Girlfriend,’ ‘A Hopeful Story’
Play is a homosexual love story and musical set in small-town Nebraska in 1993.

Bins Overflow with Drugs at Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in Arlington
Over 700 pounds of drugs collected.
Great Falls Grange Re-imagined
Local leaders want to convert ownership from Fairfax County Park Authority to Great Falls.

Local Teens Provide a Lesson in Philanthropy
“DEL Donates” organizes successful fundraiser for paws4vets.

Enjoying Fish Fry in Vienna
OLGC second Annual Fish Fry engages more than 200 volunteers, serves four thousand meals.