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Getting to Know … Candace Lightner
Getting to Know … Candace Lightner
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Earmarks for Alexandria
Home Business Ordinance to be Enforced
Lansdowne HOA gives home business owners a year to comply with community covenants.
Home Business Ordinance to be Enforced
Council Develops "Vision" for Herndon's Future
Statement formulated as a result of weekend-long public policy exercise.
Council Develops "Vision" for Herndon's Future
Tightening the City's Money Belt
Public hearing on the budget brings warnings for less and pleas for more.
Tightening the City's Money Belt
Recess Controversy Plays On
Superintendent’s recommendations met with the skepticism from School Board, parents.
Recess Controversy Plays On
MADD Honors Officers
MADD and ASAP reward local law enforcement for efforts against drunk driving.
MADD Honors Officers
Rosenthal Is Citizen of the Year
Bells Mill Elementary leader is beloved by parents and children, colleagues say.
Rosenthal Is Citizen of the Year
Helping Children in Kenya
Oakton private school raises $3,500 for school in Nairobi.
"We are very blessed to have such a responsive community. It’s just $3,500 to us, but it means the world to them." -- Marjorie Veiga, Dominion Christian School’s committee chair for mission projects
‘Fears and Phobias’ Serves Up Diverse Views on Fear
New exhibit at Torpedo Factory runs through Feb. 19.
At the Tornado Factory's new exhibit, "Fears and Phobias," artists were given the opportunity to explore that which makes people afraid or anxious.
Churchill’s Racoosin Plays ‘Like a Guy’
Athleticism, jumping ability make Bulldog guard an offensive threat.
Shira Racoosin’s skill set — most notably her ability to shoot an actual jump shot — has been compared to that of a male hoopster. While Racoosin appears slightly embarrassed about discussing the topic, her athletic ability makes her one of the top scoring threats on a Bulldogs team ranked No. 11 in the latest edition of the Washington Post’s top 20.
Lake Anne Hosts ‘Out of Place’
Exhibit inspired by history, architecture of Reston.
As dozens gathered around Lake Anne Sunday evening for the dance performance for the Reston Museum’s "Out of Place" exhibit, many had no idea what they were looking for. Which is why, when a male and female in matching white shirts started walking along the dock, at first no one paid attention.
'Who Says I Can't?'
Face of America ride honors disabled veterans.
They came from across the country, gathering before dawn in the shadow of the Pentagon to begin a two-day journey to honor the sacrifices of America's wounded warriors and gain a better understanding of people with disabilities.
Practicing Economy at Oak Hill
Summer camp teaches elementary school students challenges of real-life economy.
What says summertime like lazy days by the pool, barbecues and the law of supply and demand?
August in Antarctica Gets Warm Reception
People flock to Richard Byrd Library’s 55th Anniversary Celebration.
The Richard Byrd Library recently held a warm celebration for the Antarctic explorer for whom it was named. The library’s 55th anniversary celebration brought community members together to learn more about Byrd and the South Pole, and to appreciate the great impact the explorer had on the nation. The first of the two celebratory components was a talk by author Guy Guthridge, who was avidly received by a group of more than 115 adults. Guthridge discussed the life and legacy of Byrd, and explained his extraordinary expeditions in the South Pole.
Providing Programs for Those with Developmental Disabilities
PCR works with other groups to launch similar programs.
In 1994, Joan and Jim Sullivan of Potomac proposed an idea to Father John Enzler and the parishioners of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church — an idea that changed and improved services for teens and adults with developmental disabilities in Montgomery County.
Students, Teachers Practice Science
There’s something for everyone at GMU’s VISTA science camp.
The thought of spending a summer immersed in science and math assignments is likely to make many students cringe. However, some Northern Virginia children are embracing the idea with a summer camp filled with projects that run the gamut from baking cookies in a solar oven to building a model roller coaster.
W-L Volleyball Earns ‘Statement’ Win Over Madison
Generals come from behind to win five-set thriller.
Washington-Lee extended its winning streak to nine matches.