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Getting Children to Give Back

Touching Heart aims to train next generation of compassionate leaders.

As her birthday approached several years ago, Taylor Yi of Herndon realized she wasn’t that excited about another year of presents from her friends.

Great Falls Voters Speak

Great Falls Voters: Who Did You Vote for and Why?

Great Falls residents exercised their right to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5, heading to the polls to decide on a new governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, state delegate, sheriff and on a school bond.

Bicyclers Take Aim At Tysons

Cycling summit examines Tysons Corner accessibility.

Fairfax Advocates for Better Bicycling hosted their annual Bike Summit Saturday, Nov. 2. Cycling and accessibility advocates examined the ways that people will be able to access the four Metrorail stations in Tysons Corner, stations that currently do not have onsite parking.

McLean Hits Meals Milestone

One millionth meal packed at Stop Hunger Now event Nov. 3.

Several years ago, Bob Hahne was attending a Rotary Club district conference when he learned about an organization called Stop Hunger Now. The nonprofit hosts community meal-packing events that provide nonperishable, nutritious meals to hungry people around the world.

Citizens Oppose Residential Studios Proposal

Amendment would allow for low-income residential studios in many residential districts.

The McLean Citizens Association hosted a public forum to address the county’s proposed Residential Studios Zoning Ordinance Amendment Wednesday, Oct. 30.

Kim Bodden was really upset when she heard that the Women’s Clinic is Fairfax had …

Carol Thompson doesn’t think "someone should start their political career as a governor." She voted …

Helen Wenchel, Fairfax Station, Retired Washington Gas employee Voted: "Strictly Republican. We need to get …

Cheerful and friendly staff like Rachel Evans and Sonya Keefer, both of Herndon will be …

Too bad Charles Gibson of Herndon is a bit too young to be recruited by …

Volunteers package nonperishable meals at the Lutheran Redeemer Saturday, Nov. 3, part of a Stop …

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Trinity Presbyterian Holds Annual Fall Festival

Herndon’s Trinity Presbyterian Church held their annual children’s fall festival from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. This free event included several activities including a cupcake walk, art and craft event, and trunk or treating. Trinity’s youth group sponsored the event.

St. Joseph’s Parish Holds Annual Craft Fair

The St. Joseph’s Ladies Society held its annual craft fair on the last Saturday of October. The fair was held at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, a large, well-lighted space with ample on-site parking available. “This is our ninth year and our biggest year ever,” said Lisa Kimpflen.

Walking for a Burning Reason

Flicker of Hope fundraiser benefits burn survivors.

When David Borowski was 6 weeks old, his mother witnessed his bassinet suddenly burst into flames—with her newborn in it. She grabbed her infant to her chest, trying to smother the fire engulfing his little form. The telephone was enveloped by the fire, and David’s mom ran to the street.

McLean Community Center Governing Board Adopts Annual Plan

The McLean Community Center Governing Board has developed and approved an annual plan for the 2013-2014 year that will streamline and give additional focus to the Board and staff’s many activities and initiatives.

McLean Community Center to Host Children’s Flea Market

The McLean Community Center’s Children’s Flea Market will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the center. The sale allows young vendors, ages 3-15, to learn how to run a small business venture while reducing the toys, clothes and other treasures they no longer use at home. Adm