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Help Pours in for Hurricane Victims
Residents raise funds, volunteer.
Help Pours in for Hurricane Victims
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New Style of Barbecue for Dad
New Style of Barbecue for Dad
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Movie Rental Industry Continues to Evolve
Balancing the Needs between VHS and DVD
Movie Rental Industry Continues to Evolve
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3 Months Jail for Solicitation
3 Months Jail for Solicitation
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Proud To Be from Lorton
Long-time resident recalls life in South County area.
Proud To Be from Lorton
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Last-Minute Support For Rural Loudoun
Last-Minute Support For Rural Loudoun
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Herndon Hosts Bike-to-Work Day
Downtown one of 58 local pit stops for annual event.
Hundreds of bikers who decided to forego their cars during their commute were welcomed in downtown Herndon Friday, May 18, one of 58 pit stops around the Washington, D.C. area during the day. The day was the culmination of National Bike to Work Week, and last year’s Bike to Work Day featured more than 11,000 participants locally.
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Beware: Halloween Can Frighten Small Children
Experts offer suggestions for helping small children who fear Halloween
On Halloween, when many don their scariest attire and head out for an evening of frightful fun, not everyone experiences merriment. Experts say some festivities can overwhelm tiny revelers. “In preschool, children are not logical thinkers and they can only think about one thing at a time. “If something looks like a werewolf, then it is a werewolf. And young children are fearful of things that could hurt them,” said Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Marymount University in Arlington. There are a few techniques that parents can employ to take some of the fright out of Halloween. “One of the things that parents can do is to go over the top in preparing small children,” said Centreville resident Todd Kashdan, Ph.D. associate professor. Department of Psychology at George Mason University. “Role play with them and say ‘you’ll see people with blood on their faces, they’re not going to hurt you, they are just like actors.’ You should be really playful about it. Not only is it useful, but it is actually a fun family activity.”
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South Lakes Girls’ Basketball Advances to States
Seahawks lose to Edison in Northern Region final.
South Lakes will face Stonewall Jackson on Friday in the state quarterfinals.
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Parents: More Psychiatric Beds Needed at VHC
Hearing on April 3 will address VHC request for property acquisition and additional beds.
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Saving Seniors Sidetracked?
David Englin’s ongoing battle for Virginia to join I-SaveRx.
Saving Seniors Sidetracked?
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‘Young Scholars’ Meet Their Benefactor
Northern Virginia is developing the national model.
‘Young Scholars’ Meet Their Benefactor
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Our Daily Bread Receives Grant
Our Daily Bread (ODB) is always helping people in need; now it’s receiving a helping hand to continue carrying on its work. The Fairfax nonprofit has just been awarded a $25,000 grant by the United Way of the National Capital Area (NCA). The money will expand ODB’s ability to provide grocery cards via its Food Bridge Program. These cards are given to Fairfax County residents participating in ODB’s supplemental delivered-food program, as well as to people referred to the organization for emergency food assistance.
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What's In a Name? — Honor and Emotion
What's In a Name? — Honor and Emotion