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Top Reston, Herndon Sports Moments of 2013

Here is a look at the top Reston and Herndon sports moments of 2013.

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City Officials Clash with Descendants of Long-Neglected Graves at Fort Ward

African-American burials may never be discovered as city prepares management plan.

Two years ago, city officials aimed a high-powered radar from California at the ground in various spots at Fort Ward.

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South County Middle School's First Year

South County Middle School students kick off first year as “mustangs.”

“We really, really like kids here,” said Rita Clarke, one of the front office staff at the brand-new South County Middle School in Lorton. And it shows.

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Burglary Suspect Arrested

Fairfax County police have charged an Alexandria man with the March 9 burglary of a Chantilly home. He is Victor T. Ellis, 25, of Fairchild Lane. The offense occurred in the 3600 block of Great Laurel Lane.

Fantasy Pumpkins To Thrill and Delight

Centreville man creates Halloween enchantment.

The glowing spectacle attracts 500 to more than 1,000 visitors each year, and word of his creations has spread internationally.

Crime

Crime

Around Town

Around Town

Less Dense, Less Dense, Less Dense

APR task force recommends lower density three times.

Less Dense, Less Dense, Less Dense

'70s Teen Icon To Rock at Jaxx

'70s Teen Icon To Rock at Jaxx

Carderock Springs Does Math, Opens Doors

Back to School

Carderock Springs Does Math, Opens Doors

Around Town

Around Town

County Notebook

County Notebook

Crime report

Crime report

Centre View Military Notes: Oct. 10, 2012

Military notes

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Alexandria: Former Deputy Fire Chief Dies

Michael Conner dies at 68.

Each October during National Fire Prevention Week, a solemn ceremony takes place at Ivy Hill Cemetery where a Roll Call of the Fallen is taken to honor firefighters who have given their lives protecting the citizens of Alexandria. This year’s ceremony will take on new meaning when the toll of a bell rings out for Michael Conner, the former deputy fire chief whose recruit class first dedicated Ivy Hill’s Circle of Honor in 1970.

Langley Grad Collier to Play Basketball at Denison University

Q&A: Collier enjoys listening to Nas, watching Will Ferrell movies.

Langley grad Garrett Collier will play basketball at Denison University.

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(Burke) Thanksgiving Q&A: Bruin QB Edwards Happy to be Practicing

Lake Braddock will face Westfield in 6A North semifinals Saturday.

Lake Braddock will face Westfield in the 6A North region football semifinals.

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Herndon High Hosts Showcase Of Bands

Twenty-eight schools attend high school marching competition.

On Sept. 27, Herndon High hosted the Northern Virginia Regional Showcase of Bands, an opportunity for 28 local high school marching bands to display their skills and abilities. The showcase featured high school marching bands from throughout the region, presenting their field shows, in which the bands march and make formations on the field while playing music.

MATHCOUNTS Champions

The Northern Virginia Regional MATHCOUNTS competitions were held on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke and at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria. This year, because of the exceptionally large number of students participating, the Regional competition had to be split between two venues.

Center View Roundups 6/21/12

Pellet Gun Injures Students; Low-Cost Rabies Clinic; Help Plan Centreville Day, Fair Oaks CAC to Meet; Frey at Sully District Council; Park Authority to Meet; Free Carseat Inspections; Parkway Gets New Number