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.”
Merry and Fit
Support groups help members maintain fitness during season of indulgence.
Just after 7:30 on a recent Sunday morning, the steady beat of Cold Play’s "Viva la Vida" pulsed through the warm, sleepy air.
Voter Services Chair Recognized by Supervisors
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors presented the Barbara Varon Award to Sidney Johnson, Voter Services chair of the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area (LWVFA), on Nov. 17.
County Limits Dog Tethering
“Man’s best friend deserves legal protection,” said Peggy Marshall, who adopted her best friend, Bianca.
Environmental Quality of Life
Advisory Council issues 512-page vision for county environmental policy.
Flooding will rise in concern in Fairfax County as a result of climate change, warned Stella Koch, chairperson of the county’s Environmental Quality Advisory Council.
Adam Torres trial for murder of John Geer postponed until April 2016
Former Fairfax County police officer Adam Torres was charged with second-degree murder in August this year for shooting Springfield resident John Geer in August 2013. The trial was scheduled to begin on Dec. 14, but a continuance was recently granted to the defense, pushing it back until April 18, 2016.
Pedestrian Hurt in Reston
A 47-year-old Fairfax man was seriously injured while crossing Sunset Hills Road in Reston on Friday, Nov. 27, according to Fairfax County Police reports.