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Fairfax High Celebrates Graduation
Commencement ceremony highlights achievements of 585 graduates.
A packed basketball gym with threatening weather looming outside made for a dramatic start to the graduating Class of 2013’s commencement ceremony at Fairfax High School Thursday, June 13.
Zamarod Needs a Spark in Great Falls
Afghan restaurant is struggling in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and needs its customers’ support.
Second in a series on Great Falls restaurants in a pandemic time.
Burke Historical Society Provides Glimpse Into Midwifery in Area
A History of Enslaved Women and Midwifery in Fairfax County and the Chesapeake Region discussed.
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Area Writer Celebrates With a Book Launch
‘Boundaries of the Wind’ becomes local author’s most recent work.
Urmilla Khanna was never a writer; her friends and family knew her as a doctor. Growing up in India, she knew what she wanted to do at an early age, and began her pre-med studies at the age of 15.
At West Springfield, 30 Years Later
High school's class of 1985 returns for reunion.
Jacqueline Mattingly helped decorate the halls during Homecoming. Susan Murphy remembers how Paul Dzierski always had after-parties following the football games, and, if you ask, Jeffrey Lin will say that the cinnamon rolls in the cafeteria were one of his fondest high school memories.
Local Students Invited to Japan
The Kakehashi Project invites students on visit to Japan based on Japan Bowl performance.
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A View from Wiehle-Reston: D.C. Gets Closer
Taking a train from Reston: Commuters express satisfaction and some criticism.
These are some of the mixed emotions coming to light in conversations with commuters reflecting on the one-year anniversary of the new Silver Line Metro operation.
‘Hour of Code’ at Keene Mill
Elementary school students write lines of code during the school day.
With the increasing demand for software developers in today’s job market, and what some say is a decreasing interest in computer science at the college level, schools around the country and world worked to peak students’ interest in computer science during a weeklong learning initiative called the “Hour of Code.”
Destination: Orlando
Members of Potomac River Running training program have been preparing since September.
When contemplating Disney princesses, one immediately thinks of fairy godmothers and pumpkin carriages, flying carpets and pet tigers, flaming red hair and fishtails. Inner strength is a characteristic these women share—one of which we are quick to remind young girls—and so is rescue-ability. But for 16 local female runners who have been training since last fall to complete a half marathon, the Disney Princess is all about being their own hero.
Introducing Ottomate, and the Inventor Behind it
While many have been seeking ways to save on home electric bills, one local high school student has been working on a solution.
Local Doctor Helps Ugandan People
Fairfax Station resident Dr. DeeAnn Stroop will travel to Uganda on July 8, in what has become an annual trip to provide help to the people there.
Working in conjunction with the Hope 4 Kids International organization (H4KI), Fairfax Station resident Dr. DeeAnn Stroop has traveled to Uganda for the past three years, providing medical and other assistance to the people. “We provide medical assistance, dedicate clean water wells, feed and clothe children, and work with widows in a program that helps them to run a business so they can feed their family,” said Stroop.
ArPets: Meet King
The "giant teddy bear" who just wants to be loved
I remember it was gloomy that day.
Springfield: County Budget Discussed
Supervisor Herrity hosts annual Budget Town Hall Meeting.
On March 23, Springfield Supervisor Pat Herrity’s annual budget town hall meeting took place at the West Springfield Government Center.
A Lesson of Love
For Kolleen Raitz of Lorton, twelve-and-a-half-year-old springer spaniel Lanny acts as more than just a lifelong friend, but as the reason she decided to pursue a career as a dog trainer. “She's special for so many reasons, but mostly because of the profound effect she has had on my life and the lessons she has taught me over the years. She is, without a doubt, the single most important thing that has ever happened to me. She has taught me everything, from patience and forgiveness to self-control and being able to believe in myself
Walking Against Alzheimer’s at Reston Town Center
The Alzheimer’s Walk in Reston raises more than $267,000.
Reston Triathlete Goes National
Emily Landeryou, 15, a rising junior at South Lakes High, competes at national level.
Imagine competing in a 750 meter open water swim, then a 12-mile bike and lastly a three-mile run. Exhausted yet? Emily Landeryou, a 15-year-old rising junior at South Lakes High School and elite triathlete can compete in such a race with ease.
Herndon Youth and Adults ‘Read for the Win’ this Summer
Herndon Fortnightly Library’s Summer Reading Challenge inspires all to read.
Arlington: On the Frontlines Against Homelessness, Part One
A-Span is one of several organizations active in county.
At the offices of A-Span, on South Nelson Street, perched over the Arlington Food Assistance Cooperative (AFAC), Ayana Bellamy and David Ordonez talk about their passion: reaching out to the homeless and getting them into housing.