Thursday, March 30
Diversion First in Wait-and-See Mode
Handcuffed by budget constraints in proposed budget, Diversion First may see some relief.
Editorial Opinion: Expand Medicaid Now
Virginia has missed out on $10 billion, 30,000 jobs and care for 400,000 citizens.
Fairfax County: FCPS to Present FY2018 Budget to Supervisors April 4
School system facing nearly $50 million gap in funding.
Leading up to the Fairfax County Public School Board presenting its advertised FY2018 budget to the Board of Supervisors Tuesday, April 4, several school board members and supervisors have been hosting community meetings on the subject.
Fairfax County: Gillespie Wins GOP Straw Poll for Governor at Robinson
More than 300 voters attended a Fairfax County Republican Committee straw poll and candidate forum on March 25, according to FCRC executive director Eric Johnson. The event was held at Robinson Secondary School.
Fairfax County: Community and faith leaders, elected officials speak about hate speech, bias incidents and hate crimes
More than 100 people filled the Ernst Cultural Center at Northern Virginia Community College’s Annandale Campus on Sunday, March 26, to hear more than a dozen elected and faith leaders, as well as representatives from local organizations speak about hate speech, bias incidents and hate crimes.
Wednesday, March 29
Discussing Islam at South Lakes High School
Discussing Islam in Reston
Week in Reston
Week in Reston
Lawsuit Filed in Reston Town Center Parking Battle
A restaurant in Reston Town Center filed a lawsuit against Boston Properties.
Public Art Reston Marks 10th Anniversary
10th anniversary of public artworks in Reston.
3's Community
Three people show to community meeting on proposed transit area tax.
Three people attended a community meeting about the new tax with the Fairfax County Department of Transportation.
Monday, March 27
Community Policing, Not Sanctuary, in Fairfax County
Resurgent gang activity also discussed at Public Safety Committee.
Thursday, March 23
Wednesday, March 22
Maker Culture Meets in Reston
Maker Faire
Public Art Reston Presents Three Films by Rebekah Wingert-Jabi
Filmmaker Rebekah Wingert-Jabi
Reston Hospital Center Uses Radar Guidance in Breast Surgery
SCOUT Radar in Reston
Battle for Golf Course - Round 2
The Reston National Golf Course was listed for sale by investment advisory firm ARA Newmark on Tuesday, Feb. 28.
Herndon Honors Town Manager for Over 40 Years of Service
Herndon Town Manager Arthur Anselene retires
Friday, March 17
Reston Home Sales: February, 2017
In February, 2017, 75 Reston homes sold between $990,000-$82,500.
Reston Home Sales: February, 2017
Thursday, March 16
Nysmith Teams Win, Advance in Academic Competitions
A diverse group of Nysmith School for the Gifted students and teams has recently recorded a number of academic accomplishments.
Commentary: Virginia’s Reputation as a Gun-Running State Returns
A headline in the New York Times in December, 1992 proclaimed that “Virginia Aims to Shed Image as a ‘Handgun Supermarket.’”
Letter to the Editor: Hunter Mill District Community Summit Explains Budget Process
Hunter Mill District (and other Fairfax County) residents missed a great opportunity to learn the facts about the County’s budget process and outlook if they didn’t attend March 4 Hunter Mill District Community Summit at the Frying Pan Park visitor’s center.
Reston Welcomes Raul Midón to the CenterStage and Local Schools
Reston Community Center will present singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Raul Midón for a one-night performance on March 29 at the CenterStage.
The Picklin’ Grannies of Providence Senior Center Excel at Pickle Ball
Picklin’ Grannies, at Providence Senior Center, laugh and smile a lot but when they play pickle ball, it’s all business.
Reston Hospital Center Performs the Region’s First Total Knee Replacement using Mako Technology
HCA Virginia’s Reston Hospital Center is the first hospital in the region to offer Mako‐Robotic‐Arm Assisted technology for total knee replacement surgery.
Week in Reston
Cranes and Construction: The Changing Landscape
The Reston Historic Trust is inviting the residents to join them Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 7 p.m. to discuss Reston's changing landscape at the two Metro stations and along Reston and Wiehle avenues.
Thief Picked The Wrong House
Retired Fairfax County Police Department Detective Bruce Wiley was awakened by a noise in his home in Reston just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday, March 8.
Free St. Patrick’s Day Lyft Rides Offered in Area
Preparing to combat that time of year when, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly one-third of all U.S. traffic deaths are caused by drunk drivers, free Lyft rides will be offered to would-be drunk drivers throughout the Washington-metropolitan area next Friday, March 17, 2017 (St. Patrick’s Day).
Fairfax Weathers Late Winter Snow
Weather Service announces snowfall totals, most saw 2-3 inches
Snowpocalypse 3.0 it wasn’t. Though Fairfax County was included in a winter storm warning Monday and Tuesday, March 13 and 14, the snow that fell only managed to close schools and cancel trash, recycling and yard waste pickup, but didn’t shut down local government.
Area Social Justice Network Hosts Richmond Wrap-Up
Some successes, some defeats, and a partisan rallying call for 2017 elections.
The 2017 Legislative Session of the Virginia General Assembly was adjourned on Saturday, Feb. 15.
Leadership Fairfax Hosts Breakfast with Supervisors
On Friday, March 10, Leadership Fairfax (LFI) held its annual Breakfast with the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors for the 26th time.
Committed to Peacemaking
Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County reception honors activists and advocates.
Suraya Sadeed said hearing more than 20 stories of students promoting peace in and out of their schools made her believe “there is still hope for a brighter future.”
Wednesday, March 15
Practice Makes Perfect
Local educators share strategies for getting children to practice music.
When Linda Gulyn’s son entered high school and asked to quit his clarinet lessons, the Arlington mother of four declined his request.
Over 50 and Playing Basketball
Women's NOVA Fifty and Over Basketball League enjoy friendships and travel.
If you're over 50 and a woman, you're never too old to play basketball.
First Taste of Working World
Teen Job Fairs begin this weekend.
Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) said his first job working at a pool over the summer formed a lot of his work ethic.
Optimistic About State of Hospitality
Panelists at Northern Virginia Chamber Forum discuss state of hospitality under the new administration.
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce gathered some heavy hitters to offer their thoughts and answer questions from a standing-room-only audience at the “State of Hospitality Under the New Administration” symposium on March 6.
Monday, March 13
A Mixed Bag: General Assembly Session 2017
Commentary
The best way I can describe the 2017 session of the General Assembly is to call it a mixed bag.
Correction
Correction
Marching for ‘Park Free RTC’
Hundreds protest new Reston Town Center parking fees.
Hundreds of people opposed Reston Town Center’s new paid parking scheme on Saturday, March 4, by marching in a “Park Free RTC” protest march.
Saturday, March 11
RA Reviews Newly Published Lake House Report
Reston Lake House Report
Thursday, March 9
Letter to the Editor: Fairfax County Cannot Ignore Low Salaries of Police Force
As we have heard for many years now, Fairfax County is once again in a budget crunch.
Editorial: Independent, Civilian Oversight in Place
New auditor and panel will make an excellent police force better, more transparent and accountable.
In February, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors followed through in establishing two forms of independent oversight of law enforcement for the first time in county history.
Stop Bullying Federal Workers
Republicans hold control of all three branches of government, and therefore have a responsibility to lead the civil service that employs millions of Americans, and every American relies upon for myriad services.
Hunter Mill District Community Summit Held
Budgets, education, economic climate, immigration and Metro all on the agenda.
Hunter Mill District Supervisor Cathy Hudgins held a community summit on Saturday, March 4 at the Frying Pan Park Visitors Center in Herndon.
Wednesday, March 8
Obituary: Raymond T. Olsen
Raymond T. Olsen, 87, of Oak Park, Illinois passed away Feb. 27, 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
A Team of Winners
Gianmichel D'Allessandro, in the green cap, prepares to dive in for his school record-setting swim in the 50-yard freestyle.
South Lakes Athletes Break Records, Win State Honors
South Lakes High School seniors Devyn Jones, Timiebi Ogobri and Peter Sepulveda closed out their four-year indoor track and field careers by earning All-State honors at the 6A State Championship February 24-25, 2017.
Board of Supervisors Approves $2.2 Billion Infrastructure Plan
Associated Road Fund approved; Service District vote will be next month.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved the $2.2 billion Reston Transportation Funding Plan and its associated road fund on Tuesday, Feb. 28, despite vocal opposition from community members.
Herndon Artist Lisa Tureson Exhibits at Touchstone Gallery, D.C.
Oak Hill-Herndon-based artist Lisa Tureson celebrated the opening reception of her latest exhibit Scribbles: an Urban Art Series, on Friday March 3, 2017 at Touchstone Gallery, 901 New York Ave., NW.
Educating Customers Is Key to Success
New manager joining Two Poor Teachers after 18 years in business.
It’s been 18 years since Ken Nies co-founded Two Poor Teachers, LLC, but the kitchen and bath remodelling company isn’t resting on its laurels.
Tour Area Gardens
Garden Club of Virginia hosts 84th Annual Historic Garden Week.
During the last eight days of April every year nearly 26,000 visitors tour homes and gardens across Virginia.
Tuesday, March 7
Sow Now, Reap this Spring
Getting a garden and yard ready for warm weather.
One of the most anticipated sights of spring is a garden in bloom.
Butterfly Weed Wins Perennial of the Year
Gardening
The designation Perennial Plant of the Year is awarded each year by the Perennial Plant Association to the perennial that outshines its competitors not only in appearance, but also in its noteworthy characteristics.
Standing Together Against Hate
Lawmakers, faith leaders respond to Feb. 27 bomb threat at Gesher Jewish School.
Students at Gesher Jewish Day School in Fairfax started their week with a bomb threat.
Chief Releases Name of Officer in Shooting Death
Officer used deadly force in two prior cases, both determined to be lawfully justified.
Fairfax County Chief of Police Edwin Roessler has named 16-year veteran Master Police Officer Lance Guckenberger as the officer who used deadly force, killing Mohammad Azim Doudzai at his home in Herndon, the scene of a double shooting and barricade incident on Jan. 16.
Environmental Coalition Calls on County to Recommit
Faith communities coalition wants dedicated Energy Office
As Fairfax County prepares to update its formal Environmental Vision, the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions (FACS) is calling on local elected officials to recommit to the environmental protection pledge they adopted under then-Chairman Gerry Connolly.
Old Town Prepares for Historic Garden Week
Part of state-wide event.
Five Old Town Alexandria homes and gardens will open to the public on April 22 as part of the 84th Historic Garden Week.
From Split-Level to Neoclassical
Conversion wins regional “Contractor of the Year” award.
Converting a circa 1960's split-level into a spacious neoclassical-style residence has won Sun Design Remodeling a regional “Contractor of the Year” award from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.
Kitchen Design Trends to Expect in 2017
Local designers share popular design ideas.
Those looking for kitchen design ideas have a new source of inspiration: the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) list of trends for 2017.
Thursday, March 2
Women on the Soccer Field
Local women are still in the game and on the field.
On Saturdays and weeknights in the spring and fall, women as young as 18 and as old as 78 can be found on the soccer fields across Fairfax County: nurses, lawyers, Army officers, software programmers, stay-at-home moms, lobbyists, graduate students, and grandmothers playing the game they love.
Fairfax County Board Appoints Police Civilian Review Panel
Residents can submit complaints concerning allegations of abuse of authority or misconduct by Fairfax County police through the panel.
The ongoing goal of increased transparency and accountability for the Fairfax County Police Department now has nine fresh faces. On Tuesday, Feb. 28, the Board of Supervisors announced its appointees to the inaugural Civilian Review Panel, one of the recommendations of the Ad Hoc Police Practices Review Commission.
Wednesday, March 1
Reston Girl Scout Pursues Badge Repairing Mount Vernon Trail
Sathiya Kannan, a Girl Scout from Reston, will be repairing one of the bridges on the Mount Vernon Trail in Alexandria on Saturday, March 25, as a Silver Award Project for scouting.
Crime Report: The following incidents were reported by the Reston District Police Station.
The following incidents were reported by the Reston District Police Station.
Woman Killed While Walking Across Reston Parkway
Asress Gobena Lakew, 57, of Reston was killed when she was struck by a car while trying to cross Reston Parkway at the intersection of South Lakes Drive on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 23.
Refugee Welcoming Cards
Brownies in Troop 3173 at Waples Mill Elementary School in Oakton and Hunters Woods Elementary School in Reston are making welcome cards for refugees that will be resettled in northern Virginia by Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area, one of the local agencies that resettles over 1,200 individuals annually.
Indoor Track Champs at South Lakes
Rayle, Jones and Ogobri highlight South Lakes High School performances at 6A North Region Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Aly Rayle won the 500 meters and was part of the winning 4x400 meter relay team for South Lakes High School at the 6A North Region Indoor Track and Field Championships Wednesday, Feb. 15 at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex in Landover, Md.
Letter to the Editor: Filling in the Blanks
In her monthly newsletter for February, Hunter Mill Supervisor Cathy Hudgins wrote a two-page article stating, “there has been so much information – and misinformation – about who is paying for what regarding the Reston transportation (sic).” Of course, the missing word is “tax.”
Commentary: Time to Stand Up
The General Assembly has adjourned its annual session. In future columns I will write about bills that survived the Governor’s veto pen and those that did not.
Reston Association Elections: Time for Real Change?
Independent Progressive
Shortly after this column appears in your Reston Connection, you will be getting your very own ballots in the mail for the Reston Association Board of Directors election.
Record-Breaking Season for South Lakes High School Swim & Dive
Strong performances and a number of record-breaking swims by South Lakes High School swimmers helped the Seahawks close out their season on a positive note at the VHSL State Championships, Feb. 16-17 at George Mason University.
Herndon-Reston Indivisible Group Ready for Action
Movement started as a Google Doc has taken off.
The Indivisible movement. It started as a Google Doc guide.
Obituary: Dr. Timothy A. Cohn
Dr. Timothy A. Cohn, U.S. Geological Survey statistical hydrologist and expert on flood risks, water quality, and hydrologic trends, died at his home in Reston, surrounded by his loved ones, on Feb. 20, 2017, a few days short of his 60th birthday.
Reston Soccer Field Proposal Gets Kicked Off the Table
Foul calls exchanged.
The Reston Association Board of Directors voted to kill a proposal by the Reston Soccer Association to fund the renovation of the Lake Newport Soccer Park on Reston Parkway.
Musical Good Times at CenterStage, Reston
“Rock of Ages” produced by Reston Community Players.
Return to the glorious days of 1980s’ rock.
Art in Strokes, Notes and Words
When painters, poets and composers respond to each other’s works, a trilogy of magic happens.
The Poetry Society of Virginia (PSV) and Reston Art Gallery & Studio (RAGS) made Herndon the second stop on their regional tour of "Springtime in Winter: An Ekphrastic Study in Art, Poetry, and Music."