Lorton’s Monopoly Tournament Supports Habitat for Humanity
The new location isn’t under the boardwalk, and you won’t receive a "Get Out of Jail Free" card, but Ron Kowalski, founder of Lorton’s annual Monopoly Tournament, said players of all ages will have a blast competing in the 5th annual game tournament at the Workhouse Arts Center.
Bulova, Marsden Present Report from Richmond
Area legislators host town hall meeting to get feedback from constituents.
Less than a month after Virginia’s General Assembly convened on Jan. 11, the GOP’s effective control of both houses has paved the way for a slew of conservative social legislation, from broadening gun rights to curbing abortion and voting rights.
President Announces Homeowners Bill of Rights
Local homeowners, housing advocates say president’s plan gives homeowners important safeguards.
Tina Kotson of Springfield, a homeowner of five years, said she thought it would be fairly easy to refinance her current 5.65 percent mortgage and take advantage of today’s lower rates.
Grand Slam for Special Olympics
Fairfax Adult Softball hits home run during annual bowling tournament.
Supporters of Fairfax Adult Softball, Inc. (FAS) united on Sunday, Jan. 29 for the 12th annual Bowling Tournament to benefit Northern Virginia Special Olympics and Fairfax County Park Authority field improvements. More than 240 participants contributed their time and spirits to raise nearly $13,000 in this year’s tournament.
Volunteers Support Greenspring’s Oral Rehydration Project
Greenspring residents, staff assemble 5,300 kits for children suffering across the globe.
The statistics are startling. More than 1.5 million children across the globe die each year because of dehydration associated with diarrhea.
Keeping People in their Homes
Reston Interfaith addresses housing with Connections for Hope.’
Within the Connections for Hope facility is the office of Martin Rios, Reston Interfaith's Certified Housing Counselor. "Keeping people in their homes, by any means possible, is the ultimate goal of Reston Interfaith," said CEO Kerri Wilson.
President Comes to Area, Announces Homeowners Bill of Rights
Fairfax County housing advocates applauded President Barack Obama’s proposed Homeowner’s Bill of Rights, saying it will give homeowners critical protection from predatory lenders and important safeguards when they purchase a home.
Brigadier General from Fairfax Dies in Afghanistan
Terence Hildner, 49, highest ranking officer to die in Afghanistan.
Brigadier General Terence J. Hildner of Fairfax, a highly-decorated officer who received the Bronze Star Medal for combat heroism, died Feb. 3 in Kabul of apparent natural causes, military officials announced Saturday.
Burke: A History of Pies, Racing and Summer Fun
Burke Historical Society hosts descendent of famous Burke family.
When Mike Copperthite dug into his family’s history last year, he struck pies. Fifty thousand of them.
Putting Food on the Table
Food banks struggle to keep shelves stocked in winter.
n a bright winter Saturday afternoon, bus driver Lynn Temple boxed up jars of peanut butter and cans of food donated by shoppers at Giant grocery store in Lorton.
President Announces Homeowners Bill of Rights
Gives speech to crowd at James Lee Community Center in Falls Church.
Calling the continuing depression in the housing market a "make-or-break" moment for the middle class, President Barack Obama delivered a short and pointed speech this morning about his proposed Homeowner’s Bill of Rights to an audience in Falls Church.
Officer Who Made Difference
First African American female officer retires from FCPD.
As the youngest daughter of a preacher in Oak Hill, W. Va., Annie Mack-Evans said she knew growing up that her life’s calling was to "Do all you can do and leave the outcome to God."
FACETS Starts Youth Volunteer Program
Program fills growing demand for volunteer opportunities.
FACETS, a local nonprofit that opens doors by helping families and individuals who suffer the effects of poverty in Fairfax County, has just launched a monthly youth volunteer program.
McKay Hosts Open House
Supervisor Jeff McKay and his Lee District staff hosted about 200 people at the annual open house on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Franconia Government Center.
Good Night, Sleep Tight
Library program helps preschoolers settle down to read.
They came dragging their favorite blankets and clutching their favorite stuffed toys to hear librarian Twyla Turner read enchanting tales of sleepy trains, trucks and a menagerie of animals.
Time to Stuff the Bus
Local pantries need help restocking shelves to feed needy, homeless
Fairfax County’s annual "Stuff the Bus" campaign is off to a roaring start.
When the Weather Outside is Frightful…
…Check out Lorton Workhouse Arts for winter fun.
After the hoopla of the holiday season, your instinct may be to hibernate until spring.
Seniors Scammed, Police Educate
Police say con-artists "aggressively" targeting seniors.
An 86-year-old Springfield area woman was told last week she had won the lottery. But there was a catch; she needed to wire money to the "caller" in order to collect her winnings.
Scandal Highlights Child Sex Abuse
Fairfax County police say reports, concerns rose in wake of scandal.
The fallout from the Penn State child sex abuse scandal — arrests, firings and the disgrace of a sports icon — has also promoted a heightened awareness of child sexual abuse.
United We Serve
Volunteer Fairfax mobilizes more than 1,100 residents to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.
Sitting together at large round tables, children and their parents cut out pink and red paper hearts, pasting them on cards for nursing home patients, or stuffed socks and blankets into kits for the homeless.
Therapeutic Riding Program Acquires Permanent Home
Equine therapy nonprofit purchases Little Full Cry Farm in Clifton.
The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program (NVTRP) recently announced the purchase of Little Full Cry Farm, a 17-acre property located in Clifton.
Task Force Presents ‘Common Sense’ Proposals
Allowing schools to open before Labor Day part of task force recommendations.
Repeal of the "Kings Dominion law," which requires Fairfax County schools to obtain a state waiver to open schools before Labor Day, is high on the list of legislative priorities announced Monday, Jan. 16, by Governor Robert McDonnell.
$2.4 Billion School Budget Proposed
Budget includes new positions, salary increases to address growing student population.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Superintendent Jack D. Dale presented a $2.4 billion budget proposal to the school board on Jan. 12, reflecting a nine percent – or $202.3 million increase - in next year’s operating budget.
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