New Roadway Plan Approved for Herndon Metro Area
A concept plan to extend Worldgate Drive from Van Buren Street to Herndon Parkway was approved by the Herndon Town Council during its last public hearing on Dec. 13.
Fairfax: What’s on the City’s Horizon
Multifamily homes and redevelopment
Planned are two, four-story buildings containing 80 condos. Sixteen of the units will be one-bedroom; 48, two-bedroom; and 16, three-bedroom. IDI-RJL Development LLC is building a residential development called The Enclave at the Mantua Professional Center on Pickett Road. The site’s zoned commercial planned development, so both office and condo uses may exist on it.
Viewpoints
What is your New Year’s Fitness Resolution and How Will You Keep It?
What is your New Year’s Fitness Resolution and How Will You Keep It?
Local Dancers Celebrate the Holidays with Military, First Responders, and Their Families
Theater
“This year’s tribute performance for military, first responders, and their families was one of my favorite,” shared Cynthia Donavin, who founded Classical Ballet Theatre (CBT) of Northern Virginia over 25 years ago. "I greatly appreciate all patrons and volunteers who help CBT make the arts accessible to all.”
For Schools: New Year, New Superintendent
New Year, New Superintendent for FCPS
New School Superintendent
Merry and Bright at Reston Town Center
Reston Town Center ice skating rink provides outdoor entertainment for family and friends.
“I think it brings the families together, getting outdoors,” said Blythe Shippie, who visits the ice rink several times each year with her two daughters. “It’s just a fun activity that gets us out of the house, away from gadgets and TV screens.”
Women’s Legislative Roundtable Previews Upcoming 2017 Legislative Session
Women’s Legislative Roundtable Previews Upcoming 2017 Legislative Session
Legal Services of Northern Virginia Launches Initiative
Legal Services of Northern Virginia Launches Initiative
Legislators To Hold Public Hearing
Legislators To Hold Public Hearing
Editorial: Unsung Heroes of Fairfax County Police Reform
Personal involvement of Culosi, Beltrante key to success of police commission.
The call for reform and transparency in Fairfax County Police began long before the shooting death of John Geer in August 2013.
Commentary: Comstock Addresses Top Priority Issues
Congresswoman’s report to the 10th district residents.
Herndon Observes Wreaths Across America Day
Even with an ice storm, it was a beautiful day to remember, honor and teach.
Town of Herndon, in partnership with Herndon Woman’s Club, joined in to support National Wreaths Across America Day Saturday, Dec. 17 at Chestnut Grove Cemetery
Herndon-Reston FISH Plays Santa’s Helpers Once Again
Robyn Kampf thinks it was about forty (Yes, 4-0!) years ago that she first got involved in the Herndon-Reston Friendly Instant Sympathetic Help (FISH) holiday toy and food drive.
Dulles Regional Chamber Presents Stars Over Dulles Awards
The Dulles Regional Chamber hosted its annual Stars Over Dulles Awards Luncheon at the Westin Washington Dulles on Dec. 13.
Commentary: Burn, Burn, Burn!
The Story of Chanukah
The story of Chanukah happened more than 2,000 years ago.
Commentary: Civics Education
While I enjoy studying history and reading the stories of the past, I equally enjoy studying the writing of history—historiography—which is “the writing of history based on the critical examination of sources, the selection of particulars from the authentic materials, and the synthesis of particulars into a narrative that will stand the test of critical methods.”
Reston Association North Point District Director Resigns
Reston Association Board Director Dannielle LaRosa, who represents the North Point District, gave her notice of resignation on Dec. 15.
Helping Homes Project Team Recognized in Reston
Anna Varone, Reston Association’s director of covenants administration, recognized team members who worked on the RA’s Helping Homes Project this year.