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Can They Make Crow Pie?

Pols, caterers say that Election Night fare means comfort food. But some meals still stand out.

Can They Make Crow Pie?

Assisting Veterans with Benefits, Claims

On Saturday, Sept. 19, American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association (AAFMAA) teamed up with Disabled American Veterans (DAV) to host its fifth annual Mobile Service Office in Reston, where together the two organizations assisted 100 military veterans with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits coordination and claims.

Organizing Makes Life Easier

Getting rid of clutter and re-prioritizing can help ease stress.

Organizing Makes Life Easier

Telephone Call Scam Targets the Elderly

The City of Fairfax Police Department is advising citizens to be aware of an ongoing telephone scam targeting elderly individuals. Citizens responding to fraudulent telephone calls are at risk of significant financial loss.

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Out of Tragedy, a Foundation To Help Others

Alexandria Community Trust is family’s living legacy in honor of Norma Lang Steuerle.

Once there was an Alexandria family of four that regularly acted on an individual’s responsibility to serve others in need. Each member was well educated and appreciated the community’s “diversity of people — racially, financially, in thought and in socio-economic status, that for the most part embraced Alexandria’s potential.” They were givers.

City Organization Tabbed for Foundation Award

Tenants' and Workers' Support Committee chosen for leadership recognition.

City Organization Tabbed for Foundation Award

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Pakistani Ambassador Keynotes Interfaith Event

Local organization seeks to promote religious harmony and cooperation throughout the world.

A Hindu, a Presbyterian, and a non-denominational Christian were sitting at a table listening to a speech by Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States... The occasion was a fundraiser for Reach Out International (ROI), a nonprofit interfaith organization founded by Restonian Sam Mall.

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

West Springfield man is 10-year veteran of Auxiliary Police Unit.

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

West Springfield man is 10-year veteran of Auxiliary Police Unit.

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

West Springfield man is 10-year veteran of Auxiliary Police Unit.

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

West Springfield man is 10-year veteran of Auxiliary Police Unit.

Sanborn Helps Keep County Safe

Centre View Bulletin Board: Sept. 28, 2012

Upcoming events and activities.

Column: Billion-Dollar Give-Away!

By the time you are reading this column Virginia will have reached the milestone by having refused to accept a billion dollars of monies paid by Virginia taxpayers to close the coverage gap for 400,000 working poor Virginians who cannot afford health insurance!

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Connections for Hope Celebrates Anniversary

On March 15, Connections for Hope celebrated two years serving the community.

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Author to speak at Potomac Library: Financial Guide for Moms

"Of all life's financial shocks, few compare to bringing home an infant. Just one tiny person costs $250,000 to raise — not including college," said Kimberly Palmer, author of “Smart Mom, Rich Mom.”

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Alexandria: Management Misfiring at Torpedo Factory?

Torpedo Factory hangs in balance between artistic enclave and commercial asset.

Everyone seems to be in agreement: the Torpedo Factory is one of the star attractions of Old Town Alexandria.

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Ongoing White House Ornament Sale. The Western Fairfax County Woman’s Club is selling 2012 White House Christmas ornaments. This year’s ornament honors William Howard Taft. This ornament features President and Mrs. Taft delivering Christmas present in a White Steamer automobile. The ornaments cost $19. Proceeds benefit charity. Order by calling 703-378-6841 or 703-378-6216. It is possible to order previous years’ ornaments.

Living Within One's Means

Herndon High School seniors are introduced to real-life financial planning.

Living Within One's Means

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Vienna Remembers 9/11

Vienna’s American Legion Post 180 partners with town to honor the dead and the brave of Sept. 11, 2001.

Sept. 11, 2012, was eerily similar to the warm, sunny day 11 years ago when terrorists hijacked four American jetliners, slamming them into buildings and the ground. As much of a day of infamy as was the attack on Pearl Harbor, Sept. 11 is commemorated every year throughout the United States. And every year, Vienna’s American Legion Post 180 partners with the Town of Vienna to honor the memory of the dead, the bravery of the day’s heroes and the sacrifices of those Americans actively battling terrorism daily.