Local Writers Recognize Winners of 3rd Annual Student Writing Contest
The Writers of Chantilly, a not-for-profit organization of local professional and aspiring writers in Chantilly, will recognize the winners of the 3rd Annual Student Writing Contest, co-sponsored by the Writers of Chantilly and the Chantilly Regional Public Library, at the Chantilly Regional Public Library on Sunday, Sept. 27.
Anytime Fitness to Open in Chantilly
Finding the time to exercise is a struggle for many, but it is about to get easier for area residents thanks to Dino Garcia, a Herndon resident, who is in the process of launching an Anytime Fitness gym in Chantilly. Garcia’s goal for the grand opening is late fall.
Herndon Native, Oakton High Grad Elizabeth Dean Rocks European Radio
Herndon native and Washington, D.C. resident Elizabeth Dean’s voice has been rocking European radio.
Fall Fun At Herndon’s Frying Pan Farm Park
Herndon park to host several October events.
With the arrival of autumn, Herndon’s Frying Pan Park is preparing upcoming events for people of all ages.
Hats for Ellie
Local organization collects hats for children with cancer.
When the school year began in 2013, Jay Coakley, a physical education teacher at Woodburn Elementary School in Falls Church noticed that one of his kindergarten students had an affinity for brightly colored hats.
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Oct. 2-11, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
Fairfax County: Candidates Meet on Fairfax Public Access
Clerk, Sheriff and Soil & Water incumbents and challengers answer questions.
Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid wasted no time in bringing up the in-custody death of Natasha McKenna during her opening remarks. Kincaid said the loss of life, which occurred in February following an incident where a team of Sheriff’s deputies was attempting to transport McKenna to Alexandria police and deployed a taser on her four times, continues to weigh heavily on her.
146 Fairfax County Schools Energy Star-Certified
New Auditor General also appointed at Sept. 24 meeting
In the last year and a half, Fairfax County Public Schools have been able to reduce the energy consumption in their buildings by 15 percent. That cut down resulted in savings of $4.5 million, according to a release Sept. 25 by the school system.
Fairfax County: West Nile Cases Even with Five-Year Average
There have been just three documented cases of West Nile Virus in Fairfax County so far in 2015, equaling the previous five-year average, according to Fairfax County Health Department public safety information officer John Silcox.
Editorial: Changing Perspective on Death Penalty
Evolving standards will eclipse the death penalty entirely at some point in the future.
It’s sad to see senseless death as a response to senseless death. Alfred R. Prieto is not a sympathetic figure, a serial killer who was on death row in California when DNA connected him to murders and rapes in Reston and Arlington that took place in 1988. He is scheduled for execution this week, at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1.
Herndon Police Helps with Pope’s Security
Latest from the Herndon Police Department.
On Saturday, Sept. 26, as part of National Drug Take-Back Day, 186 pounds of unwanted and expired prescription drugs were dropped off at the Herndon Police Department station on Herndon Parkway.
The Pride of Herndon Marches On
Kathleen Jacoby, Herndon High School's band director, had her work cut out for her when marching band camp began on Aug. 10.
Commercial Buildings Shot: People Inside
Fairfax County police arrested a 29-year-old Herndon man Friday, Sept. 24 after a detailed investigation of incidents in which commercial buildings in the Town of Herndon, Fairfax County and Leesburg were struck by bullets, according to police reports.
Oakton: Best Friends Dog Park
Oakton sophomore builds outdoor dog park at Fairfax County Animal Shelter.
Benjamin Yusman has always adopted his “best friends” from animal shelters.
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Sept. 25-Oct. 4, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
Oak Hill and Herndon Home Sales: August, 2015
In August, 2015, 92 homes sold between $1,070,000-$162,500 in the Oak Hill and Herndon area.
Oak Hill and Herndon Home Sales: August, 2015
Fairfax County NAACP hosts 70th Freedom Fund Awards
‘Your Vote, Your Power’
J.E.B. Stuart High School seniors Anna Rowan, Cassie Marcotty, Marley Finley, Abby Conde and Lidia Amanuel were bothered by the Confederate legacy of their school. Inspired by a history class with teacher Keith Bropst on the Massive Resistance anti-segregation policy, the girls set out to change Stuart’s name, mascot and colors.
Fairfax NAACP To Host Rally Seeking ‘Justice for Natasha McKenna’
Fairfax County NCAAP president Shirley Ginwright announced a rally will be held Sept. 27 to demand justice for Natasha McKenna, a 37-year-old woman with mental illness who died in February after she had been held in the Adult Detention Center.
Vienna: Oakton Volleyball Beats Flint Hill
Oakton's Yang finishes with 21 kills, Heier totals 20.
The Oakton volleyball team improved to 13-2 with a win over Flint Hill on Monday.
Herndon: Family Fun Day at Woody's Golf Range
Community honors three 2014 Herndon High bandmates who died in car accident.
About 100 people attended a Family Fun Day at Woody's Golf Range in Herndon on Saturday, Sept. 19.