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A Summer Snow Day at Town Center
Hundreds of happy pups got to frolic in the snow last weekend at Reston Town Center. Petco hauled 20 tons of snow to the town center plaza to give local pets and pet owners a Summer Snow Day to give back to the community and raise awareness for local animal shelters.
Plane Pull Returns to Dulles
Power of teamwork on exhibit at the 22nd Annual Plane Pull Sept. 20.
Looking for a great way to unite friends, family and coworkers in a common cause?
Madison Volleyball Wins Rebel Invitational
Warhawks undefeated through 15 matches.
The Madison girls' volleyball team won a tournament at Fairfax High School.
TAP Presents ‘The Most Happy Fella’
The Arlington Players (TAP) is presenting a classic of the American musical stage, “The Most Happy Fella” now through April 19. The operatic play is about a romance between an Italian immigrant older man and younger woman in the Napa Valley, and is from the book, music and lyrics by Frank Loesser, who is famous for creating “Guys and Dolls.” He also created “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” But this show was based on “They Knew What They Wanted” by Sidney Howard.
Editorial: Past Time for Later Start Times
Teenagers are sleep deprived, and sleep deprivation takes a significant toll on safety, health and learning. We’ve known this for decades. But for decades, literally, Fairfax County Public Schools (and Montgomery County, Md.) have let a combination of reactionary blabber ("buck up and get moving;" "just tell them to go to bed earlier") and organizational resistance prevent implementing a solution to this very real problem. Getting up at 5:30 or 6 a.m. to hop on a school bus at 5:45 a.m. or even as late at 6:30 a.m. to get to school by 7:20 a.m. is not healthy for teenagers. It is nearly impossible for teenagers to go to sleep before 11 p.m. or midnight. Fairfax County high school students average six hours of sleep a night on weeknights. Research shows they need nine hours of sleep. Research has also quantified the costs of sleep deprivation.
These Shelter Pets Face Challenges
Beauty is more than skin-deep.
As the old maxim goes, you can’t judge a book by its cover. The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria encourages potential adopters to apply that same advice to pets seeking new homes. “An animal can be a 10- to 20-year commitment, and it is important to select an animal that matches your lifestyle and energy level and to pick your companion based on personality rather than appearance,” said Megan Webb, executive director of the League.
Crime — The following incidents were reported by the Sully District Police Station.
Crime — The following incidents were reported by the Sully District Police Station.
2016: Best Year in Decade for McLean, Great Falls Market
Real Estate
The year 2016 is going to go down in the history books as the best real estate market for sales in McLean and Great Falls in a decade. The number of transactions was up 10 percent year over year, rising to 1,081.
Fairfax County: Volunteers compile more than 7,500 pounds in donated food for Lorton Community Action Center and Britepaths.
Wanda Jeter of Lorton has been a volunteer with the Lorton Community Action Center for 20 years. As single mother who’s struggled to provide for herself and four children, she’s also been a client.
Humor and Storytelling in Reston to Create a Climate for Change
Maysoon Zayid’s brand of comedy at Reston’s CenterStage.
Deal Named Sully District Officer of the Month
Honored for his “professional efforts under extreme stress.”
Northwest Federal Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Culture of service inspires an all-year giving program.
Gleeful Look Back in Lorton to 1980s Musical Era
“Rock of Ages” takes the stage at Workhouse Arts Center.
Reston: Cleaning Up the Tetra Mess?
This week’s update on Tetra property; interviews for public members of review board to be conducted July 18.
Reston: New Stage for Tall Oaks
Plan approved for building 156 residential units plus 5,809 square feet of office space and 8,584 square feet of retail for center now 86 percent vacant.
The closing of Giant in 2007 started a slow decline of Tall Oaks Village Center, “once a vibrant and successful center that was supported by the community,” said Hunter Mill Supervisor Catherine Hudgins.
A Book A Day Keeps the Coronavirus Away in Arlington
Moms Demand Action volunteers delivered hundreds of new and gently used books and games June 9 to children participating in the weekly Barcroft Elementary School food distribution program.
Live Music Arriving to Meadowlark Gardens in Vienna
Virginia Chamber Orchestra and Meadowlark Gardens Park partner for musical joy.
Through a unique partnership, live music will be heard within the surrounding beauty of the stunning public park, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.
Covid Increases Heading into Holidays – New Restrictions Are in Effect in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, after consultation with County Health Officer Travis Gayles and based on data, has issued Executive Order 122-20 that reduced capacity limits for businesses, including restaurants and retail establishments.