Stories for April 2018

Stories for April 2018

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Wednesday, April 25

Independent Progressive: Reston Association – Two Steps Forward

Commentary: Recognizing the Natives of Virginia

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Newly Constructed Lakeport Dock Expected to be a Reston Community Gem

It takes a community to build a dock.

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Meet the Farmers at the Reston Farmers Market

The 2018 Reston Farmers Market opens.

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VDOT Wants to Hear from You

Submit written comments regarding the Hunter Mill Bridge over Colvin Run.

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Camps & Schools: Affording Summer Camp

For families with a limited budget, paying for camp can be a challenge.

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Running From Estate to City

Runners pace themselves at GW Parkway Classic Ten Miler.

Tuesday, April 24

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Honoring the Past; Focused on the Future

FACETS celebrates 30th annual “Opening Doors” Benefit Breakfast.

Commentary: Supporting Health of all Virginians

Proposed Fairfax County Budget Hit All the Right Notes

Friday, April 20

Reston Home Sales: March, 2018

In March, 2018, 119 Reston homes sold between $1,075,000-$130,000.

Reston Home Sales: March, 2018

Wednesday, April 18

Commentary: The Other Branch of Government

Reston Bicycle Club Donates to Community

In the first quarter of 2018, the Club donated $3,000 to local community projects that support bicycling.

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‘The Cornerstones’ of Community Honored at 2018 Best of Reston Awards

Individuals, organizations and businesses build a community and help raise funds to support the mission of Cornerstones.

Registration Opens for Bike to Work Day 2018

A record number of cyclists in the Washington area anticipated to participate.

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So Many Ways to Celebrate Reston’s Founder’s Day 2018

Reston turns out to live, work and play in the sun.

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Teaching Lessons in Money Management

April is Financial Literacy Month.

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Two Sides to Two and a Half Cents in Fairfax County

Supervisors to vote on proposed budget, possible real estate tax increase on May 1.

Tuesday, April 17

Volunteers Needed

Wednesday, April 11

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Commentary: New Neighbor

Independent Progressive: Across the Pond and Back

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Free Tax Preparation Assistance in Herndon and Reston

Available for families and individuals earning $54,000 or less in 2017.

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Light-hearted Musical and Tap Dancing in Reston

Reston Community Players presents ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie.’

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Aldrin Elementary Students Win Top Award at State Championship

The team is invited to compete in the 2018 Vex World Robotics Competition, but needs financial support.

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Battalion Chief Turns Chick-fil-A Owner in Reston

High winds and drizzle do not deter campers for the signature 'Chick-fil-A First 100.'

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South Lakes High’s Alston Receives the 'Respect the Game' Award

Alston exemplifies sportsmanship on the field, citizenship off the field and leadership in all endeavors.

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Seeking in Reston to End Multiple Sclerosis

Team Onos, with Team Captain Cathy Onufrychuk raises more than $51,000 of the total $177,109 raised at Walk MS Reston.

Week in Reston

Tuesday, April 10

Opinion: Editorial: Expansion of Health Care in Virginia?

After years of hoping, it’s possible Medicaid expansion will come on April 11; say a prayer.

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Spring in Bloom

Preparing and planning a colorful warm-weather garden.

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Using Computers in Arlington to Help Stop Human Trafficking

Hackathon to focus on collaborative solutions.

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Puppets, Petting Zoo, Music, Food Trucks in Chantilly

Springfest comes to Sully Historic Site

Confusion, Anger, Agenda Difficulties in Fairfax County

Public safety committee meeting focuses on ICE, without ICE at the table.

Monday, April 9

Wednesday, April 4

Too Late for a Flu Shot?

Flu season may continue longer than usual this year.

Tuesday, April 3

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Canines Trained for Rope Operations

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Major Renovation Begins at Culpepper Garden of Arlington

Apartments to gain senior-needed amenities.

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Sunrise Chefs in Head-to-Head Competition

Event demonstrates healthy from-scratch cooking with seasonal ingredients.

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One-Level Master Suite Enables Aging-in-Place

Solution addresses long-term needs arising from spouse's stroke.

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Never Too Early to Prepare for Senior Olympics

New this year: canasta, croquet and beach ball wallyball.

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‘Collect for Kids’ Seeks Help

Donations and help from organizations is requested.

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Herndon Author Begins Coast-to-Coast Book Tour

Kwame Alexander will stop at Scrawl Books in Reston, Wednesday, April 5 for his new book, ‘Rebound.’

Commentary: March for Your Cause

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Easter Egg Hunt in Reston Offers More Than Candy-filled Eggs

At Restoration Church, the newly planted Reston campus of Floris United Methodist Church, people find community, build relationships, and grow in faith.

Fundraiser in Reston for Moms Demand Action

Event Saturday, April 14 at Café Montmartre.

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New Public Art in Reston

Glass sculpture is turning heads.

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Reston Association Passes Stronger Internal Controls

StoneTurn Group, LLP urged RA to adopt similar policies a year ago.

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Reston Fulfills a Tree City Requirement

Pull out invasive plants; plant the native plants.

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Trout For Dinner in Reston, Anyone?

Spring weather means giving fishing a try for many local children.