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Hybrid Outrage at the Department of Motor Vehicles
Two legislators vow to introduce effort to repeal new tax on hybrid vehicles.
Suzanne Cleary has owned a hybrid vehicle since 2006, making her an early adopter and a proselytizer to her friends and neighbors.
NVTC Hosts Hot Ticket Awards
Annual awards recognize “hot” technology businesses.
Guests at the annual Northern Virginia Technology Council’s annual Hot Ticket Awards came dressed for a beach but weathered a brief summer storm Wednesday, June 26 in McLean.
IPAR Unveils Latest Project at Reston Hyatt
Aluminum statue to be placed in front of Hyatt at Reston Town Center.
The Initiative for Public Art-Reston gave a preview of its latest project Wednesday, June 26, with a presentation of the sculpture that will soon be placed in the park across from the Hyatt Regency Reston in Reston Town Center.
Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce Presents Annual ACE Awards
Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce swears in new board.
The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new board and handed out their annual ACE Awards at the Sheraton Reston Thursday, June 27.
Shelter House Presents Changing Lives Awards
Awards given to individuals and organizations, new board sworn in. jumphead
Shelter House, a Herndon-based nonprofit that serves those affected by homelessness and domestic abuse, held their annual awards ceremony and welcomed a new board Tuesday, June 25.
Senator Tim Kaine Tours Downtown Herndon
Senator speaks to residents, officials, business owners.
Sen. Tim Kaine (D) took a tour of downtown Herndon Friday, June 28, visiting a variety of local businesses.
Herndon Hosts Second Battle of Bottles
Two neighborhoods compete to see who recycles more in July.
Herndon residents will battle it out for the second straight year in an attempt to be more environmentally friendly. The second annual Battle of the Bottles will challenge residents of Four Seasons and Hunters Creek to see who can recycle more.
Reston Lions Install New Officers
Vice District Governor of District 24 A installed the new officers of the Reston Lions Club at its installation banquet on June 26 at the Hidden Creek Country Club in Reston.
Commentary:The Meaning of the American Revolution
In May I attended the cornerstone dedication for the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.
South Lakes Seniors Make Reston Proud
On June 6, I had occasion to go to South Lakes High School, the Alma Mater of our three children, to witness the 2013 South Lakes Seniors Awards Ceremony.
Fourth of July Trivia
Information provided by Smithsonian Children’s Magazine press releases. For more trivia, go to newsdesk.si.edu. Joke courtesy of Elle Ross, 7, of Vienna.
Let the Sparks Fly in Reston and Herndon
It’s not too late to enjoy local 4th of July festivals, parades and fireworks.
So. It’s July 4, 2013. Independence Day. A federal holiday celebrating our freedom from Great Britain. The National Day of the United States. And you have nothing planned.
Children ‘Dig Into Reading’ in Herndon, Reston Libraries
Fairfax County Public Library launches summer reading program.
Upcoming Events: Herndon Fortnightly Library *Monday, July 8, at 10:30 a.m.—Children’s Science Center: Fun, hands-on science experiments come to you. Cosponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Age 6-12
Week in Herndon
This week in Herndon features fresh, exciting news!
Volunteering on 10th Annual Bill Rouse Day of Caring
Liberty Property Trust in Herndon was closed Friday, June 21, along with all 22 of Liberty offices in the US and UK for a day for community service projects in memory of its founder, Bill Rouse.
Volkswagen Passat Celebrates World Record in Herndon
On June 24, Volkswagen of America announced it set a new Guinness World Records achievement for the “lowest fuel consumption—48 U.S. states for a non-hybrid car” category with 77.99 mpg.
Jimmy’s Tavern in Herndon to Expand
On June 14, Jimmy’s Tavern in downtown Herndon had the lease renewed for 10 more years during the intermission at the Herndon Friday Night Live event.
Column: Been There, Doing That
I.V. chemotherapy, that’s what; and I’m not infusing it for the fun of it, either.
Meatless Diet Could Prolong One’s Life
New study shows vegetarian and vegan diets could lower risk of untimely death
“The number one thing to do is to explore different types of vegetables. Think outside of green beans and corn.” — Bonita Lillie, registered dietician