Promoting Recycling in Herndon Neighborhoods
The Four Seasons and Hunters Creek neighborhoods, both located in the Town of Herndon, will square off in a “Battle of the Bottles” to determine which neighborhood increases its percentage of recycled material throughout the month of July.
Wolf Announces Appointments to the Nation’s Service Academies
Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10) announced the 10th District’s Class of 2017 appointments to the nation’s service academies, as well as those selected for academy prep schools. Those appointed to the United States Air Force Academy from our area include: Katherine Fitzgerald, Great Falls, Langley; United States Marine Merchant Academy: Rachel Wehlburg, Herndon, Chantilly; United States Military Academy: Phillip Grant, Herndon, Westfield; Patrick Kearney, McLean, Langley; United States Naval Academy: Lucia Lee, Herndon, Thomas Jefferson; Catherine Macklin, McLean, Langley; United States Coast Guard Academy: Alex LaBelle, Great Falls, Langley; Sierra Webb, Great Falls, Langley.
Herndon Garden Tour Set for June 23
Annual tour features four local gardens.
The Herndon Garden Tour will be held Sunday, June 23 from noon to 4 p.m. The annual tour will feature four local residences and allow visitors to explore and learn about their gardens.
Creating Livable Community For All Ages
County and local organizations seek to find and meet seniors’ needs.
People over 55 make up approximately 30 percent of Fairfax County’s population, making them the largest population group. Many of that group have chosen, or plan, to spend their later years in Fairfax County, but as they age in place, there are certain services and resources needed.
Herndon Naval JROTC Cadets Leave Legacy
Graduating Naval JROTC cadets recognized for achievements.
Herndon High School’s Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps has been an integral part of the school’s fabric for years.
100 New Citizens Sworn In
Congressman Connolly, Chairman Bulova, Delegate Keam participate in naturalization ceremony in Fairfax.
The new citizens, accompanied by many family members, filled the Government Center's auditorium for the naturalization ceremony held by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Congressman Connolly, Chairman Bulova and Delegate Keam addressed the group, each describing in their words what it meant to be an American.
Herndon Environmental Network Founder Recognized
Carlin Anderson named finalist for Cox Conserves Heroes.
When Herndon resident Carlin Anderson was looking for opportunities to volunteer, she wanted her efforts to go to helping the environment on a local and global level.
Week in Herndon
The Herndon High School Theatre Department will perform Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” in the Herndon High auditorium. Town of Herndon Promotes Its Culinary Community.
It’s a Matter of Color Exhibition and Student Show
ArtSpace Herndon’s “It’s a Matter of Color” exhibit will run from June 4 through July 7 with an artists reception on Saturday, June 15 from 3 to 5 p.m. The show features watercolors and oils by artists Catherine Hillis and Jill Poyerd.
Herndon Optimists Honor Herndon Elementary Teachers
Herndon Elementary School teachers Jaime Graham and Susie Doak are this year’s winners of the Herndon Optimist Award from Herndon Elementary.
Herndon Summer Viewpoints
What Is Your Favorite Way or Place to Have Fun in Summer in Herndon?
Residents of Herndon share their favorite things to do over the summer.
Local Student to Receive Statewide Award
A Floris fifth-grader honored for excellence in math.
A Floris Elementary School fifth-grader has been selected as the Virginia recipient of the Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Award by the National Association of Gifted Children.
Art Matters as Elden Street Players Present ‘Red’
"Red" puts the audience in the center of Rothko's life and studio at the zenith of his career.
Arts Competition Attracts More Schools
Ninth Annual SAIC Technology and the Arts Competition Awards Ceremony held.
On Monday, May 20, The Council for the Arts of Herndon presented the ninth Annual SAIC Technology and the Arts Competition Awards Reception at the SAIC Conference Center in McLean.
Herndon High NJROTC Changes Command, Honors Cadets
Before honoring seniors with a full unit pass-in-review and piping over the side, CDR Richard Cassara, US Navy (Ret.), took one last opportunity to stress his high expectations of his cadets, to congratulate seniors for their leadership and innovation, and to impress upon them the importance of continuing to do their best.