Commentary: A Step Backwards for Virginia
Virginia New American leaders respond to the nomination of Ken Cuccinelli for the State Supreme Court.
From immigration to contraception to climate change denial to LGBT rights, Ken Cuccinelli has built a career on extreme conservative positions that are out of step with Virginia today.
Commentary: Balancing the Budget
One of the responsibilities of the Governor of Virginia dictated by the State Constitution is to propose a budget for a biennium.
Commentary: RA Elections More Civilized than Presidential Election
Independent Progressive
I watch the debates of both parties’ presidential candidates and am fascinated, baffled and horrified.
Commentary: RA Elections More Civilized than Presidential Election
Independent Progressive
I watch the debates of both parties’ presidential candidates and am fascinated, baffled and horrified.
Fairfax County: Commission Recognizes Outstanding Women in Government Work
Edwyna Wingo of the Chantilly area began her career with Fairfax County as a nurse in the Health Department on Sep. 1, 1965 and worked her last full day Oct. 1, 2011.
Reston: Valentine’s on Ice
Skaters swirl across the outdoor rink, despite the sub-freezing chill, contrasting with a slow Saturday afternoon at the Reston Town Center (RTC).
Reston: Conference Champions
Paced by record-setting performances in the 500 meters, seniors Golden Kumi-Darfour and Skander Ballard led the South Lakes High School indoor track and field teams to Liberty Conference titles in both the boys and girls divisions Friday, Feb. 5 at the Prince George’s County Sports and Learning Complex in Landover, Md.
Commentary: Classrooms to Courtrooms
A report of the Center for Public Integrity (CPI) released last year included some eye-opening findings for Virginia: The Commonwealth leads the nation in student referrals to law enforcement, and minority students and students with disabilities are more likely to be suspended, expelled, or referred to law enforcement.
Commentary: Super Tuesday is Coming: Farewell Barack, Welcome Donald?
Independent Progressive
Have you heard? The United States will elect a new President this year.
Reston Lions Honor Bland Contest Winners
Winners of the James A. Bland Music Competition, co-sponsored by the Reston Lions Club and the Reston Community Center, held on Tuesday, Feb. 2
Commentary: Reports of Lake Anne’s Demise are Premature
Things were looking a little bleak at Lake Anne in December as winter officially began.
Volunteer Fairfax Seeks Nominations, New Deadline Feb. 9
Awards recognize the contributions of volunteers in the community.
Nominations are open for the 2016 Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards.
Helping Neighbors in Reston Cope with Blizzard
These three gentlemen took it upon themselves to dig people out from the "Blizzard of 2016.”
Reston: Local Students Win National recognition at Junior Theater Festival
Students from Lopez Studios, Inc. in Reston won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work and student Kendyl Florence earned a Freddie G Outstanding Student Director and Choreographer at the 2016 Junior Theater Festival, held Jan. 15, 16 and 17 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Ga.
Commentary: General Assembly 2016 Session Underway
After the usual business of organizing for a new legislative session, the General Assembly got underway without major incident.
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