Wednesday, December 30
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Friday, December 25
Editorial: Merry Christmas
The pages of the Connection have been full of holiday spirit for more than a month. Menorah lightings, group and individual efforts to help the needy, stories of giving, secular celebrations, religious celebrations.
Wednesday, December 23
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Tuesday, December 22
Fairfax County School Board Opens the Door for School Name Changes
No decisions made to affect current school names.
The Fairfax County School Board did not change any names of schools at its Dec. 17 regular business meeting.
Monday, December 21
Letter
Letter to the Editor
I am a 16-year sophomore at Annandale High School in Annandale, Virginia. However, I was born in Reston, Oct. 12, 1999. Up until 2 years ago I spent the first 14 years of my life either living in Reston or in a city bordering Reston.
Reston: A Taste of Home in a Cup of Joe
SOSi employees donated thousands of cups of coffee to service members stationed overseas this holiday season.
Reston: A Year in Review
Highlights of 2015
Reston: Metro’s New Manager Meets the Public
Farewell paper tickets, welcome General Manager Wiedefeld.
In 1965, federal legislation allowed for the creation of a mass transit system for Washington, D.C.
Letter: Careless Driving
Letter to the Editor
My wife and I are in Reston every six weeks or so. We may notice the traffic more than folks who are here all the time. But we are always amazed at the careless driving.
Reston: Global Village at Lake Anne
On Friday, Dec. 11, Lake Anne Nursery Kindergarten (LANK) held its third annual Global Village event, which celebrated family, peace, and diversity.
Reston: 2015 Year in Review
Death of the Founder; termination of Lake Anne redevelopment, defense of golf course and more.
Year in Review
Reston: South Lakes Boys Win, Girls Place Third at Liberty Elite Invitational
Seniors Anas Fain, Eric Kirlew and Skander Ballard led 13 South Lakes High School athletes, who met conference, regional and/or state qualifying standards at the Liberty Elite Invitational indoor track and field meet, Saturday, Dec. 12 at Liberty University.
Reston Hospital Center Receives Chest Pain Center Accreditation
HCA Virginia’s Reston Hospital Center received full Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) with Resuscitation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC) on Nov. 11.
RN Golf Delay Request Denied
Restonians continue to protect Reston National Golf Course.
Circuit Court Judge Michael F. Devine denied the request of RN Golf, the owner of Reston National Golf Course, to delay issuance of the Court’s order finding that the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) lacked jurisdiction when it acted on RN Golf’s appeal of a County zoning letter earlier this year.
Reston: Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
The editorial in the September 21, 1897 New York Sun, responding to a letter from eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon who had inquired about whether there was a Santa Claus, has become the most reprinted newspaper editorial, according to the Newseum.
Top Reston/Herndon Sports Moments from 2015
South Lakes baseball, football win in playoffs.
The year 2015 included the end of a playoff drought, a program turnaround and a few individual titles for Reston/Herndon high school sports.
Thursday, December 17
Fairfax County: McAuliffe Proposing More for Education
Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D, left) unveiled his budget proposal for $1 billion in public and higher education investment at Mark Twain Middle School in Alexandria on Dec. 16, as part of the total state budget he plans to roll out on Thursday, Dec. 17.
Reston Hospital Center Recognized as Top Performer
HCA Virginia’s Reston Hospital Center has been recognized as a 2014 Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission – the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in the United States
Racing in Sahara
South Lakes HS graduate participates in Morocco Motorcar Rally.
Paul R. Misencik Jr., a South Lakes High School graduate of 1986, competed in the grueling six-day Maroc Challenge, a motorcar rally across some of the most inhospitable, Sahara Desert terrain in Morocco.
County: Deeply Disappointed
Fairfax County has recently been advised by the Lake Anne revitalization project’s primary developer, Lake Anne Development Partners LLC (LADP), that their deal with the County may no longer be feasible.
Lake Anne Redevelopment Project Dies
Next steps unknown.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Lake Anne Development Partners LLC are terminating their current contact to revitalize and redevelop Lake Anne.
Commentary: Justice for Juveniles
I often quote from papers written by the staff of the Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis; they provide the most fact-based, nonpartisan, clear analysis of key issues facing Virginians (http://www.thecommonwealthinstitute.org/).
Commentary: Lake Anne Plan Abandoned
Instead of the anticipated December groundbreaking for the ambitious revitalization of Lake Anne, the community was shocked by the news that Republic Land/Lake Anne Development Partners was dropping out of this public-private venture after months of effort failed to attract financing for the project.
Wednesday, December 16
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Tuesday, December 15
Partnership Launches ‘Build a Village’ Campaign
Goal to end homelessness in Fairfax County by 2018 looms; more than 400 children are among the homeless here.
Dozens of business leaders, elected officials and advocates for ending homelessness gathered Monday, Dec. 14 in the offices of Piedmont Fund Services in Herndon to launch the “Build a Village” campaign.
Lessons in Charitable Giving
Conversations, modeling behavior and hands-on actions can help teach children about benevolence and compassion.
Matthew Mamalian’s holiday shopping list included some items that might seem atypical for a 12-year-old middle school student: shampoo, socks, soap and a few snacks.
Thursday, December 10
Wednesday, December 9
Editorial: Safety Net for Holiday Celebrations
It’s an opportunity to talk about responsibility, alcohol and planning ahead.
The holiday party season is here, and we will almost all be celebrating in some way. Some ways will involve celebrations that include alcohol.
Ideas for Decking the Halls
Local designers create opulent holiday designs.
From traditional to glamorous, fresh to faux and high-end to old school, local tastemakers tell how they create dazzling holiday design extravaganzas.
Reston: Family Tradition, Another Aghayere Takes Charge
South Lakes boys' basketball is young and talented.
The South Lakes boys' basketball team defeated Archbishop Carroll 74-60 on Dec. 4.
Citizen Speakers Turn Out for J.E.B. Stuart High Name Change
School Board to take action Dec. 17
J.E.B. Stuart High School senior Whitten Rutledge is proud of his school, mostly.
Soulful singer Melinda Doolittle at Reston's CenterStage.
Fresh, entrancing musical evening
She wowed judges and audiences alike performing on season six of “American Idol.”
Commentary: The Passing of an Era
Last week I made a journey to Norfolk, Va., to say a final goodbye to a former colleague in the House of Delegates, Thomas W. Moss, Jr., who passed away.
RCC Executive Director Recognized by Leadership Fairfax
Leila Gordon Receives Leadership Award
Leadership Fairfax, Inc. (LFI) honored Leila Gordon, Executive Director of Reston Community Center as the recipient of the 2015 Northern Virginia Regional Leadership Award. Th
Fairfax County Companies Designated as Best Workplaces for Commuters
Ten companies in Fairfax County were honored as Best Workplaces for Commuters.
Classified Advertising December 9, 2015
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Conservatory Ballet’s The Nutcracker Spreading Holiday Cheer
More than 85 area students make holiday magic come to life performing in Conservatory Ballet’s 43rd annual production of “The Nutcracker.”
Thursday, December 3
Merry and Fit
Support groups help members maintain fitness during season of indulgence.
Just after 7:30 on a recent Sunday morning, the steady beat of Cold Play’s "Viva la Vida" pulsed through the warm, sleepy air.
Voter Services Chair Recognized by Supervisors
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors presented the Barbara Varon Award to Sidney Johnson, Voter Services chair of the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area (LWVFA), on Nov. 17.
County Limits Dog Tethering
“Man’s best friend deserves legal protection,” said Peggy Marshall, who adopted her best friend, Bianca.
Environmental Quality of Life
Advisory Council issues 512-page vision for county environmental policy.
Flooding will rise in concern in Fairfax County as a result of climate change, warned Stella Koch, chairperson of the county’s Environmental Quality Advisory Council.
Adam Torres trial for murder of John Geer postponed until April 2016
Former Fairfax County police officer Adam Torres was charged with second-degree murder in August this year for shooting Springfield resident John Geer in August 2013. The trial was scheduled to begin on Dec. 14, but a continuance was recently granted to the defense, pushing it back until April 18, 2016.
Pedestrian Hurt in Reston
A 47-year-old Fairfax man was seriously injured while crossing Sunset Hills Road in Reston on Friday, Nov. 27, according to Fairfax County Police reports.
Urban Pop at Reston Station
Small business try retail at Reston Wiehle Avenue.
Visitors to Reston Station may have noticed glass jewel housing on the north side of the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station.
Parade Returns to Reston Town Center
‘Home Sweet Home’ at 25th annual Reston Holiday Parade.
Friday, Nov. 27, Reston Town Center hosted its 25th annual Holiday Parade.
Reston Crime Reports
Notable incidents from Nov. 21-25.
Candlelight Emotion
Video captures emotion of vigil honoring Robert E. Simon days after his death.
With a little help from her friends, and social media, Kat Toussaint mobilized more than 500 people for the candlelight vigil that celebrated the life of Robert E. Simon.
Reston Hospital Center Now Offering Newest Robotic Technology
HCA Virginia’s Reston Hospital Center is the first in Northern Virginia – and only the second in Virginia – to successfully perform surgery using the new da Vinci Xi robot, a surgical platform designed to enable complex surgery using a minimally invasive approach.
Commentary: Helping the Working Poor
In the season of giving when thoughts turn to what can be done to help friends and neighbors in the community who do not make enough to make ends meet, there are many efforts to help them with a basket of food at the holidays, a food and clothes closet and other well-meaning and important giving programs.
Commentary: We Can Still Reach Out and Help in Reston
Independent Progressive
Although the calendar says we are in the season for sharing and giving, the mood in the United States seems conducive to neither.
Fun For All At Reston Town Center Skating Rink
A little drizzle didn’t stop those ready to round out the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend with some exercise on the ice at the Pavilion at Reston Town Center.
‘Aldrin READS’ Helps Achieve Literacy Goals
Aldrin Elementary staff gathered Saturday, Nov. 14, to kick off the first “Aldrin READS!”
Aldrin Elementary and HoneyBaked Ham of Reston Announce Partnership
Aldrin Elementary has announced a partnership with HoneyBaked Ham of Reston by kicking off a holiday PTA fundraiser and by donating cases of soup, pasta, and vegetables to the Aldrin Backpack program.
Weichert Offices Host Toy Drive
Members of the community are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Weichert Company sales offices through Dec. 11.
Wednesday, December 2
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Tuesday, December 1
Vienna/Reston: Five Decades: ‘What I Believe In’
Judith Beattie has impacted five decades of students who began their education at Vienna’s Hunter Mill Country Day School.