Reston People

Jackie Elke, of Reston, Dies

Long time Reston resident, and beloved Giant employee, Jackie Elke passed away suddenly Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. Miss Elke had worked for Giant Food since 1994, and at the Northpoint Giant for the last fourteen years.

Musical Romance

Reston Community Players presents "I Love You Because."

It's a great time to leave real world conflicts aside. Come, find yourself enjoying a delightful, feel-good musical about building a relationship," said Lisa Bailey, director of the Reston Community Players production of the romantic comedy "I Love You Because."

RCA Names Citizen of Year

Nick Brown recognized for almost four decades of volunteer work.

When he moved to Reston in 1975, Nick Brown wasted no time getting involved with his community. Thirty-seven years later, he was named the Reston Citizen Association’s Citizen of the Year during a ceremony at the Reston Community Center Monday, Feb. 20.

Reston Lions Recognize Young Musicians

Ryan Sill and Alexander Pauken won first place vocal and instrumental respectively amid stiff competition at the annual "James A. Bland" Contest held on Feb. 7, in Reston, sponsored by the Reston Lions Club.

People of Faith Gather to Support Marriage Equality

Holding red heart balloons and handing out candles and flowers, nearly 200 guests gathered in the shadow of the historic Fairfax County Courthouse to celebrate the union of a one couple on Valentine’s Day.

Honoring Grads Who Choose to Serve

Burke moms lobby school board to recognize enlistees during graduation ceremonies.

When Carolyn Kellam’s 17-year-old son, Danny, asked for permission to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps last year, she said "the mom in me was scared to death, but the citizen in me was very proud."

Center Seeks Donated Dresses

RCC collects for annual Diva Central dress drive.

The Reston Community Center is collecting gently used formal dresses, shoes, jewelry, handbags and other accessories for students who would otherwise be unable to afford prom attire as part of their annual Diva Central dress drive.

Letter: ‘Mischaracterizing’ SB484

Letter to the Editor

Because it matters that people know the truth, I will point out that Jon Lovaas mischaracterized SB484, passed in the Virginia Senate and scheduled to be voted on in the Virginia House of Delegates this week ["Virginia Assembly-From Bad to Worse," Reston Connection, Feb. 8-14].

Column: The Other Bills

By the time it adjourns in early March the General Assembly will have considered more than 2,500 bills and resolutions. About half will have passed.

Column: Devolution - A Dirty Word?

It must be if a mere mention of it would send the majority of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors headed to the General Assembly session with their hair afire - at taxpayer's expense. To devolve: the act of transferring responsibilities from one entity to another.

Freezin’ for a Reason at Lake Anne

On Saturday, Feb. 4, 185 hearty souls jumped into the 40 degree water of Lake Anne at Lake Anne Plaza.

Kyle Brightwell Earns a Spot as Percussionist for Boston Symphony Orchestra

Reston native Kyle Brightwell is proof that, with hard work and perseverance, dreams can come true.

Week in Reston

Things happening in the Reston area.

Keeping People in their Homes

Reston Interfaith addresses housing with Connections for Hope.’

Within the Connections for Hope facility is the office of Martin Rios, Reston Interfaith's Certified Housing Counselor. "Keeping people in their homes, by any means possible, is the ultimate goal of Reston Interfaith," said CEO Kerri Wilson.

Column: Occupy Movement and the Church

Recently the media has reported on an increasing show of church support for the Occupy Movement. This increase comes against the backdrop of evictions of Occupy protesters encamped in city parks and squares across the United States.

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