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Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will host a presentation by resiliency expert Nan Henderson, “Resiliency in Action: How Families, Schools and Communities Create ‘Bounce Back’ Kids,” on Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 7-8:30 p.m., in the Robinson Secondary School cafeteria. Robinson is at 5035 Sideburn Road in Fairfax.

Editorial: Fairfax Presses Ahead with Diversion First

When police encounter someone in mental health crisis, they can transport them to Merrifield Crisis Response Center instead of jail.

Natasha McKenna died a little more than a year ago on Feb. 7, 2015.

Letter: Proven, Strong Leadership

Letter to the Editor

Bill Euille has given strong leadership as Alexandria’s mayor.

Area Pastors Return to Their Pulpits After Walk Across Spain

“It really is sort of an otherworldly experience.” That’s how the Reverend Aaron Fulp-Eickstaedt described his family’s 50-day, 500-mile walk across Spain on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail.

Lorton Community Action Center Distributes Food and Toys to Hundreds

On Friday, Lorton Community Action Center executive director Linda Patterson realized they were going to be short on gift cards for clients as part of the nonprofit’s holiday package distribution.

Reading and Writing and Dogs — Oh My!

“Reading with the dog was fun […] she put her head down looking at the book! It was funny.” — Penny Ruth, rising 1st grader.

Flint Hill School’s Coach Attends White House Celebration of Title IX

Jody Patrick, Flint Hill School’s head varsity girls’ basketball coach and P.E. teacher, was invited to attend a special function at the White House on Wednesday afternoon, June 20, to mark the 40th anniversary of Title IX, the landmark statute that ensures equity between boys and girls for all educational programs that receive federal funding.

Letter: Race to Watch

Thanks for the well-documented article on the political trends in Virginia's 10th Congressional District ("How Red is the 10th District?" February 19-25, 2014). The conventional wisdom among political prognosticators is that the District leans Republican. However, recent voting patterns suggest that a strong Democratic candidate could be well within striking distance for a win. Consider the following: first, in the past two gubernatorial elections, the Republican nominee won the 10th District by only 1 percent. Second, the seat is now open, and retiring Congressman Frank Wolf’s name recognition and constituent service record are not in play.

Ready to Vote in Montgomery County?

Public Input Sought on Herndon-Reston Connector Bus Service

Multiple ways to participate and free ride coupons.

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Senior Services of Alexandria: Calling All Seniors 60+

Register now for the Senior Academy Spring Session.

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Design Upgrades for Fall

Minor elements can make a major impact as seasons change.

Opinion: Commentary: Honoring Women in 2020 on the Centennial of the Adoption of the 19th Amendment

This week we celebrate 100 years of women earning the right to vote.

Pandemic Creates Deeper Arlington Budget Shortfall

As the economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic continue, Arlington County is working to close the budget gap as a result of additional revenue shortfalls for the current fiscal year.

The Center for Local History at the Arlington Public Library to Curate New Time Capsule

The Center for Local History at the Arlington Public Library will curate a time capsule, 2020 UnBoxed, which will contain objects and material representing the major events and themes of 2020 in Arlington.

Local Alexandria Women Start Podcast to Interview City Council Candidates

Anyone in Alexandria who’s been reading the paper, walking around the neighborhood, or checking their mail has seen the huge wave of political activity leading up to the June 8 democrat primary.

Transportation Alternatives Presented in Reston

More and more companies and people are looking for rideshares, carpools, and metro access for a better way to commute.

Potomac: Affecting Aging-in-Place Policies

Potomac Community Village to host national expert.

The power of making an individual’s voice heard will be brought home to Potomac Community Village members and guests by Louis Tenenbaum, a national expert on Aging in Place issues, in a presentation entitled, "A Grass Roots Role in Aging In Place Policy," Sept. 22 at Potomac's Bolger Center.

Oak View, Providence, Mosby Woods Meals; COVID-19 Testing for Children; Blood Donors Needed

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