Wednesday, July 31
‘Take Tea & See’ Local Artist Exhibit at Elden Street Tea Shop
Closing reception for Julia Malakoff’s first solo show on Aug. 4 from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Court Rules On Herndon House Concert Events
Fairfax County Circuit Court reverses the Town of Herndon’s BZA decision.
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Kofi Annan Resigns as Fairfax County NAACP President
Fairfax NAACP issues statement; Sean Perryman assumes presidency.
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Traveling with Pets
Advanced planning is necessary when bringing a pet along on a family vacation.
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Tuesday, July 30
Virginia Department of Health Investigating Intestinal Bug
Health Districts in the Region Seeking the Cause of Cyclosporiasis Increase.
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McLean Road Repairs Continue Following Floods
Several closures remain for repairs following heavy rains.
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Monday, July 29
Saturday, July 27
Little Theatre of Alexandria Stages ‘The Producers’
Mel Brooks’ musical comedy is filled with laughs.
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Efforts Underway to Contain Illness Outbreak at Greenspring
Fairfax County Health Department issues an update.
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Magic at Richard Byrd Library
Fairfax County Public Library summer events continue with magic show.
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‘Looking Forward to Having It Here’ in Fairfax
First glimpse at plan to replace Rodeway Inn with a Wawa.
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Friday, July 26
‘Sensible Gun Legislation’ Rejected Again
Local activists reaffirm their commitment to gun violence prevention movement.
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Learning Differently at Burke Centre Library
Branch uses toys and performances to promote literacy.
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‘Better Visuals of Pedestrians, Other Drivers’ on Route 29
Residents learn details of widening project.
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Art Show at Geneva Day School Invites Time Travel
Hands-on study of art history comes to life in art show, and student love of arts.
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Thursday, July 25
Springfield Is Looking for a few Good Signs
County revitalization office is working with local officials on new gateway signs.
Sprinfield signs
Lee District Field Gets Resurfaced
The field is on the 10-year plan.
The field is on the 10-year plan.
Belle Haven Dockmaster Rides with the Wind
Sailing lessons plant the boating seed for many youngsters in Mount Vernon.
Belle Haven Dockmaster
Man’s Two Best Friends
Man “hopelessly stuck in the mud” on Monday was rescued due to the diligent work of his two dogs and an alert cyclist.
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Wednesday, July 24
Cardboard Boat Regatta Returns to Lake Anne
This year’s regatta will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10.
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Future Is Now at Electric Car Show
Environment Virginia Car Show provides insight into the future of electric vehicles.
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Tuesday, July 23
Mount Vernon Lee Chamber Shines Spotlight on Local Nonprofits
Breakfast helps businesses learn about local nonprofits.
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Local Music and Open Containers in Del Ray
Del Ray Music Festival takes advantage of new state law.
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Opinion: Commentary: Honoring Molly’s Gift
We are working toward the day that no one dies waiting for an organ.
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Monday, July 22
Fair Lakes Chick-fil-A Hosts “Super Hero Night” For Local Preschooler
Portion of sales will go to The Cure Starts Now Foundation
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Goal: Increase Pedestrian Safety in Alexandria
Alexandria Families for Safe Streets celebrates 2 years.
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INOUT:Springfield – An Interactive Public Art Project
Installation engages the public and gets participation, dialogue and thoughts about art.
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Community’s Help Needed Providing School Supplies
Britepaths is collecting backpacks, cash and calculators for students.
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Fairfax City Council Discusses Affordable Housing Ordinance
Developers would get higher density in exchange for ADUs.
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Free Summer Concerts, Wine Tastings in Fairfax
Evenings on the Ellipse at the Fairfax County Government Center.
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Best of Braddock Honored
Awards recognize contributions of those making the community a better place to live and work.
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Saturday, July 20
Local Students Invited to Japan
The Kakehashi Project invites students on visit to Japan based on Japan Bowl performance.
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Friday, July 19
Potomac Home Sales: June, 2019
In June, 2019, 79 Potomac homes sold between $2,780,000-$345,000.
Potomac Home Sales: June, 2019
Virginia Run Riptide Swims to a Victory in Close Meet over Vienna Aquatic
Blansett Breaks a Team Record
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Wednesday, July 17
‘Joy, and a Message of Love and Acceptance’ in Fairfax
Chantilly teacher Andy Shaw acting in ‘Beauty and The Beast.’
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New Pilot Program to Provide School Supplies
WFCM seeks community’s help donating backpacks for students.
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Take Precautions During Excessive Heat in Montgomery County
Residents concerned about the well-being of a homeless person can call the 24-hour Homeless Information Line at 240-907-2688.
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Staging ‘Disney’s Newsies’ in Arlington
In musical, “Newsies” go on strike and fight for what’s right.
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Karen Corbett Sanders Elected Fairfax County School Board Chair
Tamara Derenak Kaufax elected Vice Chair.
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Trash Collection Staffing is Tight, Resulting in Cutbacks of Service in Fairfax County
Occasionally, cans go untouched on trash day.
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Creating Travel Journals with Children
Helping children capture vacation memories through journaling
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More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon
Virginia officials holding a series of meetings this month to hear ideas.
More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon
Cold Case in Mount Vernon Remains Mystery
Technology, time and area development create challenges to solving it.
Cold Case in Mount Vernon
Community Voices Concerns about Shootings
Police meet with residents to seek leads.
Community Voices Concerns about Shootings
Tight Staffing Creates Cutbacks in Trash Service
Occasionally cans go untouched on trash day.
Trash Collecting
Tuesday, July 16
Aw Shucks in Alexandria
Whiskey & Oyster marks official opening.
Whiskey & Oyster marks official opening.
Power of a Stream in Arlington
Four Mile Run offers the chance to learn about patience, science, water, and summertime.
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Piles of Ruined Household Items Tell Story of Flooding in Arlington
Damage widespread as residents seek relief.
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Rainbow Flag Flies at Reston Church
“We will not be stopped by acts of hate,” said Rev. Dr. Debra W. Haffner
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Clifton Honors Independence Day with Hometown Parade
Clifton Honors Independence Day with Hometown Parade
Monday, July 15
Reston Community Center Board Seeks Budget Input
Commercial properties share costs for RCC equally.
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Coffee Roaster Brews Community Support in Herndon
Patrons amp up with a cup of joe or two for RecycleLife at Weird Brothers Coffee.
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Stewards of the Land in Herndon
Virginia Conservation Assistance Program changes the landscape and more at Herndon Friends Meeting House.
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Opinion: Commentary: A Dysfunctional House
Universal background checks has an approval rate among voters hovering around 90 percent.
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Vienna Summer Strings Campers Perform Space-inspired Music
This summer’s theme: “A Musical Journey Through Space and Time.”
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Vienna’s Westwood Swim Team ‘Kicks for Kelly’
The Kelly Renee Brodnik Foundation raises more than $27,000 in first-ever 'Kicks for Kelly' Swim-A-Thon.
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Great Falls Resident’s ‘Most Exciting Job’
Richard Cogan reflects on his contribution to the Apollo 11 mission.
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Friday, July 12
Pride of Herndon Honors D-Day Heroes
Herndon High Marching Band sees the war through the eyes of the 'greatest generation.'
Herndon and D-Day
Student Representative on County School Board
School Board
Lorton Barber Shop: 20 Years As a Local Favorite
Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.
Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.
‘Be More Chill’
Broadway musical makes its D.C. area debut.
Broadway musical makes its D.C. area debut.
Assessing the Damage
Heavy rains bring flash flooding, water rescues.
Heavy Rains Bring Flash Flooding, Water Rescues
Existing Law Is Adequate
Existing Law Is Adequate
Thunderbolts Lead Division
Swimming
Back to School Already?
Not too early to fill backpacks for those in need.
Not too early to fill backpacks for those in need.
19th July 5 Autism Speaks Run Raises $400K
Autism fundraiser
Flash Floods, Water Rescue, Damaged Roads
MoCo Fire and Rescue saved more than 20 people from cars stranded in rising water.
Rain Closes Roads
Thursday, July 11
Getting the Kinks Out May Take a Round of Myofascial Release
Workshop in Springfield focuses on muscle tension skills that can be used at home.
Myofascial Release
Friday, July 5
Lee District Nights: Sounds of Summer
Fairfax County Park Authority sponsors Summer Entertainment Series on Wednesday nights.
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Thursday, July 4
Young Centreville Rider Heads for International Competition
Westfield High student Caitlin O’Roark to compete in Montana.
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‘Shining a Light on the Darkness of Alzheimer’s’
Longest Day Workout fundraiser held at the Fieldhouse in Chantilly.
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Nearly 4-Year-Old Jacob Leads the Way
New state law protects the rights of gay and straight couples who use a surrogate to have a child.
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The End of Small Change Consignment in Reston — Or Is It?
Iconic children's clothing and toy consignment closes at Lake Anne Plaza.
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Wednesday, July 3
Patriotism, BBQs & Basking in the Hot Sun at Lake Fairfax
Independence Day Celebration offered more than fireworks.
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A Home of Their Own – Part I: Preserving Decent and Affordable Housing in Herndon
Corporate funds sought to support program needs.
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Fairfax County Fire Chief John Butler
The road from Liberia to Fairfax County, with vision to regain the reins of an organization bruised by claims of bullying and harassment.
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Opinion: Commentary: Mason’s Role in Founding the Nation
Establishing three branches of government, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, and civilian military control were all elements from Virginia’s founding documents.
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Tuesday, July 2
A Rock Musical About the Mid-1960s
“The Knights of Salisbury” at D.C.’s Capital Fringe Festival July 13-21.
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Discussing Options for Downtown McLean
McLean Community Business Center Task Force presents ideas, dilemmas.
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Krop’s Crops Expands in Great Falls
Now Krop’s Vintage Market Place will have 19 vendors selling antiques and knick-knacks.
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Free Food and BBQ Lunches
Programs provide consistent access to adequate food.
For some households in the community, summer vacation can mean food insecurity, as consistent access to adequate food is limited by a lack of money and other resources.
Three Area Students Receive National PTA Reflections Award
Three Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) students received awards in the National PTA Reflections arts contest.
Great Performances Return to Mason Stage
Center for the Arts announces new season
With the approaching 2019-2020 season, the “Great Performances at Mason series is bringing back “audience favorites as well as a variety of Center for the Arts debuts by some incredible artists whose work I am thrilled to share,” said Adrienne Bryant Godwin, Programming Manager, Center for the Arts.
Autonomous Vehicles Finding the Way on Base
Driverless shuttles look futuristic as they navigate a route around parade field.
Testing Autonomous Vehicles on Base
Monday, July 1
Know Your City: Civic Engagement in Alexandria
A look about patterns of civic participation and non-participation across the city.
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Changing the Culture of High School Soccer
Referee Ben Glass Awards $5,000 to 10 teams in Varsity Soccer Sportsmanship Challenge.
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