County: Deeply Disappointed
Fairfax County has recently been advised by the Lake Anne revitalization project’s primary developer, Lake Anne Development Partners LLC (LADP), that their deal with the County may no longer be feasible.
Lake Anne Redevelopment Project Dies
Next steps unknown.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Lake Anne Development Partners LLC are terminating their current contact to revitalize and redevelop Lake Anne.
Commentary: Justice for Juveniles
I often quote from papers written by the staff of the Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis; they provide the most fact-based, nonpartisan, clear analysis of key issues facing Virginians (http://www.thecommonwealthinstitute.org/).
Commentary: Lake Anne Plan Abandoned
Instead of the anticipated December groundbreaking for the ambitious revitalization of Lake Anne, the community was shocked by the news that Republic Land/Lake Anne Development Partners was dropping out of this public-private venture after months of effort failed to attract financing for the project.
Classified Advertising December 16, 2015
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Partnership Launches ‘Build a Village’ Campaign
Goal to end homelessness in Fairfax County by 2018 looms; more than 400 children are among the homeless here.
Dozens of business leaders, elected officials and advocates for ending homelessness gathered Monday, Dec. 14 in the offices of Piedmont Fund Services in Herndon to launch the “Build a Village” campaign.
Lessons in Charitable Giving
Conversations, modeling behavior and hands-on actions can help teach children about benevolence and compassion.
Matthew Mamalian’s holiday shopping list included some items that might seem atypical for a 12-year-old middle school student: shampoo, socks, soap and a few snacks.
Editorial: Safety Net for Holiday Celebrations
It’s an opportunity to talk about responsibility, alcohol and planning ahead.
The holiday party season is here, and we will almost all be celebrating in some way. Some ways will involve celebrations that include alcohol.
Ideas for Decking the Halls
Local designers create opulent holiday designs.
From traditional to glamorous, fresh to faux and high-end to old school, local tastemakers tell how they create dazzling holiday design extravaganzas.
Reston: Family Tradition, Another Aghayere Takes Charge
South Lakes boys' basketball is young and talented.
The South Lakes boys' basketball team defeated Archbishop Carroll 74-60 on Dec. 4.
Citizen Speakers Turn Out for J.E.B. Stuart High Name Change
School Board to take action Dec. 17
J.E.B. Stuart High School senior Whitten Rutledge is proud of his school, mostly.
Soulful singer Melinda Doolittle at Reston's CenterStage.
Fresh, entrancing musical evening
She wowed judges and audiences alike performing on season six of “American Idol.”
Commentary: The Passing of an Era
Last week I made a journey to Norfolk, Va., to say a final goodbye to a former colleague in the House of Delegates, Thomas W. Moss, Jr., who passed away.
RCC Executive Director Recognized by Leadership Fairfax
Leila Gordon Receives Leadership Award
Leadership Fairfax, Inc. (LFI) honored Leila Gordon, Executive Director of Reston Community Center as the recipient of the 2015 Northern Virginia Regional Leadership Award. Th
Fairfax County Companies Designated as Best Workplaces for Commuters
Ten companies in Fairfax County were honored as Best Workplaces for Commuters.
Classified Advertising December 9, 2015
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Conservatory Ballet’s The Nutcracker Spreading Holiday Cheer
More than 85 area students make holiday magic come to life performing in Conservatory Ballet’s 43rd annual production of “The Nutcracker.”