Stories for September 2019

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Democrats Deliver on Transportation Projects

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Youth Athletic Field Approved for Tysons

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘One Fairfax’ Policy Affects Great Falls

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Seven Potomac School Seniors Named National Semifinalists

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Harvest Happenings in McLean

McLean Community Center kicks off fall with family-friendly event.

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Police Body Worn Cameras Approved in Fairfax County

Full implementation to take three years.

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Fairfax County Candidates Speak Out at Forum

Vying for county chairman and at large school board member.

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Fall Festival by Joshua's Hands Oct. 5

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What’s Car-Loving NOVA To Do?

Not more lanes, not more tolls.

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Opinion: Column: Engineering a Solution

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Exploring Art in Retirement

Seniors get a chance to pursue their passion.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Climate Action: A Top Priority

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Seductive, Witty Tale of Generational Friction in Tysons

Regional premiere of ‘Trying’ at 1st Stage.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: How to Solve McLean High Overcrowding

Transparency and community input, data and timeliness needed.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Lack of Leadership on Traffic Safety and Congestion

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School Notes

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Normal Adolescent Mood Swings or Depression?

Making a distinction between the two can be difficult.

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Fairfax County Long Term Plan Enters the Think Tank

A series of meetings with public participation is underway.

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Rise & Thrive to Hold Fundraiser Launch Event

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Dulles Day Festival, Plane Pull Attract Crowds

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Fairfax County Park Foundation Board Director Emeritus Receives State Volunteer Award

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Running on the Runway

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Opinion: Column: Medicare Is In The House

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Repairs to Kirby and Swinks Mill Roads Continue

Swinks Mill Road expected to reopen end of September; Kirby Road in mid-December.

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Shoppers Stock Up at McLean Community Garage Sale

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Fall Comes Early to Fairfax County

Locals already raking leaves and sweeping sidewalks.

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Opinion: Column: Time and Again

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McLean ‘Pop-up’ Accommodates Growing Family

Solution combines first level floor plan reconfiguration with attic conversion to create budget-friendly increase in living space.

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TAPS Founder Bonnie Carroll Honored

Leo K. Thorsness Leadership Award recognizes Carroll’s dedication and service to individuals grieving the death of a military loved one.

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OrthoVirginia Welcomes Four New Physicians in Northern Virginia

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George Mason University Placed in the Top 200 U.S. Universities

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Virginia Joins Shared Goals for Chesapeake Bay Restoration

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Assistance League of Northern Virginia to Sustain, Expand Children’s Programs

Allstate Foundation awards $20,000 to assist vulnerable communities in Northern Virginia.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: 39,773 Gun Deaths in US in 2017; More than 23,000 Suicides

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘Commitment to Protecting Our Neighborhood Schools’

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Crime Report: McLean

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Fairfax County Deer Management Archery Program Begins

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TruBlue Opens in Vienna

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Langley Volleyball Team Receives Academic Award

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Technology, Social Media Impact Revealed

The Safe Community Coalition presents LIKE documentary, at Langley, McLean High.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Missing from the Candidates’ List

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Eat, Play, Dance, Repeat in McLean

More than 3,000 people enjoyed the Middle Eastern Food Festival on Labor Day weekend.

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Dining: Outstanding Barbecue in Falls Church

Restaurant Review: Liberty Barbecue in Falls Church.

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Week in McLean: Fundraiser Supporting McLean Project for the Arts

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Alden in McLean to Host ‘Princess Party’

Three critically acclaimed stars bring their vocal excellence to The Alden.

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McLean Teens Create Their Own Job Market

Three McLean High School students started a business helping teens to find a job around the community. Now they have more than 200 teens available to work.

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McLean to Hold Fall Community Garage Sale

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Opinion: Column: Something or Nothing

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3,000 Jobs Added to Fairfax County Economy

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Northern Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Presented

Local police and special law enforcement agencies awarded for best traffic safety programs in the state.

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Get on the Mat, Boys

Raising awareness of the benefits of yoga for men during National Yoga Month.

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Fairfax/Dominion Electric School Buses Initiative

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Fairfax County Candidates Forum to be Held on Sept. 23

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Applications Accepted for Community Fire And Rescue Academy

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Helping Hands for Homeschoolers

Co-ops and clubs support homeschoolers in and around Mount Vernon.

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Stories for September 2019

Monday, September 30

McLean Community Center kicks off fall with family-friendly event.

Wednesday, September 25

Full implementation to take three years.

Vying for county chairman and at large school board member.

Not more lanes, not more tolls.

Seniors get a chance to pursue their passion.

Tuesday, September 24

Regional premiere of ‘Trying’ at 1st Stage.

Monday, September 23

Transparency and community input, data and timeliness needed.

Wednesday, September 18

Making a distinction between the two can be difficult.

A series of meetings with public participation is underway.

Tuesday, September 17

Swinks Mill Road expected to reopen end of September; Kirby Road in mid-December.

Monday, September 16

Locals already raking leaves and sweeping sidewalks.

Wednesday, September 11

Solution combines first level floor plan reconfiguration with attic conversion to create budget-friendly increase in living space.

Leo K. Thorsness Leadership Award recognizes Carroll’s dedication and service to individuals grieving the death of a military loved one.

Allstate Foundation awards $20,000 to assist vulnerable communities in Northern Virginia.

Tuesday, September 10

The Safe Community Coalition presents LIKE documentary, at Langley, McLean High.

Wednesday, September 4

More than 3,000 people enjoyed the Middle Eastern Food Festival on Labor Day weekend.

Restaurant Review: Liberty Barbecue in Falls Church.

Three critically acclaimed stars bring their vocal excellence to The Alden.

Three McLean High School students started a business helping teens to find a job around the community. Now they have more than 200 teens available to work.

Tuesday, September 3

Local police and special law enforcement agencies awarded for best traffic safety programs in the state.

Raising awareness of the benefits of yoga for men during National Yoga Month.

Co-ops and clubs support homeschoolers in and around Mount Vernon.