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November 03 2023
20 for a battle of unbeatens. South Lakes was averaging 50 points a game and Madison averaging 30. But Friday night would be far lower scoring. It's the fall season, and the annual high school homecoming tradition is in full swing across Fairfax County and the rest of the country...... Read More.
Franconia District School Board Candidate Back on the Ballot
November 03 2023
On Wednesday evening, Nov. 1, the Fairfax County Office of Elections requalified Fairfax County Franconia District School Board Candidate Marcia C. St. John-Cunning based on a ruling by the Fairfax County Circuit Court that afternoon. A Fairfax County judge allowed two additional petition..... Read More.
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April 22 2024
Virginia Forestry pays for community tree plantings Volunteers and sponsors are sought for the Rise Against Hunger Food Packaging event at Aldrin Elementary School, 11375 Center Harbor Road, Reston, VA, Saturday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; set-up at 8:30 a.m. The Cathy Hudgins Community..... Read More.
April 22 2024
Born Jan. 27, 1935, in Springfield, Mass., John Mason had a distinguished, 20-year career in the U.S. Army before retiring as a colonel in 1976. Over at the Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling, 2024 will start out with a new president, as former president Bruce Wright steps down and newly..... Read More.
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April 18 2024
High mortgage rates contributed to sales dropping 18.2% in September in Northern Virginia while nationally sales declined 15.4%. Even though sales declined regionally and nationally, inventory was lower and prices grew faster in the Northern Virginia real estate market than nationally in..... Read More.
Bridge Over Troubled Crosswalk
April 17 2024
828) at the W&OD trail crosswalk while above them looms the new but not operational pedestrian and bicyclist bridge. The new pedestrian and bicyclist bridge over Wiehle Avenue (Rte. 828) at the W&OD trail is in place as of early Sunday morning, April 14. Trail users continued to navigate the..... Read More.
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April 10 2024
Karen Keys-Gamarra (D-7), U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11), Supervisor Walter Alcorn (D), and Chairman Jeff McKay (D) squeeze together moments before the Founder's Day 20th anniversary celebration in Reston on April 6. They want to be near 'Bronze Bob' by Zachary Oxman on Lake Anne Plaza. "Bronze..... Read More.
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Newcomers & Community Guide: Reston
March 30 2024
The south county areas of Springfield, Lorton, Clifton, Fairfax and Fairfax Station are fortunate to have interesting attractions to enjoy for entertainment, exercise, nature and history. Fairfax City is proud of its historic Old Town parks and schools, while warmly welcoming new residents,..... Read More.
March 29 2024
That’s when both locals and visitors get a chance to enjoy delicious meals at the City’s restaurants for lower-than-normal prices. Reston Town Center launched the season, celebrating on Friday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., with the annual Reston Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting. Filled..... Read More.
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March 02 2024
This year the two teams met in the state semifinal game on Saturday 12/02. The Westfield Bulldogs (9-3) traveled to Vienna for a Regional Final game with the Madison Warhawks (11-1) on Nov. 25. The two conference rivals are also two of the most successful programs in the region. Great..... Read More.
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February 21 2024
— Fairfax County Health Department PRS, a behavioral health nonprofit serving Northern Virginia which operates as the Regional Crisis Call Center for most of Virginia, has enhanced its offerings and outreach to the Northern Virginia Spanish speaking community. “We want our loved ones to..... Read More.
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Whats Going On Around Reston Non-Town?
February 21 2024
In fact, while local political and other activities may not pose the existential threat to our democracy lurking at the presidential election level, local politics and civic activity surely have more immediate impact on us every day. In the November 2023 elections, Democrats won..... Read More.
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Friends of the Reston Regional Library Donate $100K to Fairfax County Public...
February 07 2024
On Sunday, Feb. 4, a large group of library supporters, Fairfax County Public Library (FCPL) leadership, and Supervisor Walter L. Alcorn (Hunter Mill) gathered at the Reston Regional Library. The Friends of Reston Regional Library would present a contribution of $100,000 to the FCPL Board..... Read More.
February 03 2024
23 (see Connection, January 18-24, page 2). Over at the Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling, 2024 will start out with a new president, as former president Bruce Wright steps down and newly elected Joy Faunce takes over. FCPA’s recreation participation skews wealthier and whiter than the..... Read More.
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Supervisors Recognize Outgoing Dranesville District Supervisor John W. Foust
December 15 2023
Foust holds the resolution recognizing his honorable service. He is retiring on Dec. 31, 2023. At its Dec. 5 meeting, the Fairfax Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution honoring Dranesville District Supervisor John W. Foust for his community service. First elected in 2007,..... Read More.
December 15 2023
Jennifer Boysko; Supervisor John Foust; Herndon Mayor Sheila Olem; and Kerrie Wilson, ceo of Cornerstones A challenge existed for Cornerstones: wasted food, tons of it destroyed in the communities the nonprofit organization served, yet people were going home and going to sleep at night..... Read More.
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Reston Political Scene as 2023 Ends
December 07 2023
We are too close to Washington, the focal point of a national election campaign many fear puts us on course to ending our representative democratic form of governance. A former president, already found guilty of massive fraud in NY and indicted on 91 criminal counts including attempting our first..... Read More.
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Reston Town Center Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting 2023
December 01 2023
24, following participating that morning in the Reston Holiday Parade. Reston Town Center launched the season, celebrating on Friday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., with the annual Reston Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting. In its 32nd year, the event could only have occurred without the hundreds of..... Read More.
December 01 2023
Army Reserves In the Town of Herndon, members of the Wayne M. Kidwell American Legion Post 184 members started their day’s observance at dawn. Contents of this site are © Copyright 2023 Ellington. All rights reserved... Read More.
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Wrapped in the Warmth of Winterwear
November 23 2023
Photo by Mercia Hobson. The combination of a warm winter coat, hat, and gloves is a defense against the cold for anyone out in frigid weather. Whether they are a child waiting for the school bus in the morning, a senior citizen crossing a parking lot, or someone experiencing homelessness,..... Read More.
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November 23 2023
On Dec. 2, visitors are encouraged to bring a puzzle and leave with a "new to you" puzzle. The event will take place during Reston Museum’s open hours until all puzzles are gone. Visitors can also purchase Reston-themed puzzles from the gift shop. The gift shop (excluding consignment) is 10%..... Read More.
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November 10 2023
Big business cleaned up this week, taking home the biggest prizes in the special session to spend $3 billion in stimulus cash. Meanwhile, low-income Virginians didn't fare quite as well. In the 1985 hit movie "Brewster's Millions," Richard Pryor is given the task of spending $30 million in 30 days...... Read More.
American Legion Post 184 Recognizes Giant Food at Northpoint
November 03 2023
Kidwell American Legion Post 184 Herndon-Reston recently acknowledged their enduring friendship with its neighboring community establishment, Giant Store # 0747, at Northpoint Shopping Center in Reston. On Friday, Oct. 20, post commander David Womack presented the store with a plaque..... Read More.
LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Opens in Reston
November 03 2023
2 in Reston Town Center Photo by Mercia Hobson. Come for any or all: what’s on the big screen, the restaurant food and drinks, or to chill for a bit and enjoy the view from the balcony overlooking Market Street. On Nov. 2, LOOK Dine-in Cinema opens in the fully..... Read More.
Cornerstones of Community Honored
November 03 2023
“Cornerstones of Our Community” were the focus at the Hyatt Regency Reston Oct. 26, celebrating Cornerstones’ work, impact and future projects. The event also honored special individuals for their extraordinary service to the community. Individuals honored were Senator Janet Howell,..... Read More.
