Stories for March 2018

Stories for March 2018

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Wednesday, March 28

Obituary: Stuart H Close

Commentary: Virginia Special Session Scheduled

Act now to support House version of budget which includes Medicaid expansion.

Independent Progressive: Local Controversies—In Need of Resolution

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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Honors Frank de la Fe

Hunter Mill residents appointed to the County’s boards and commissions.

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Spring Snowstorm Offers the Best Sledding and Winter Fun in Reston

Late season Nor'easter drops 5 inches of snow.

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South Lakes Seniors Register to Vote

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Reston and Herndon Students Join ‘March For Our Lives’

Local families support demand for tighter gun controls.

Tuesday, March 27

Commentary: ‘Channeling Outrage into Activism’

Commentary: Truth about Sports Scholarships

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K9 Teams Hold Workshop, Training

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Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout April 28

Service is free, anonymous and no questions asked.

Thursday, March 22

Commentary: The Rest of the Session

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Total Wine & More Celebrates Grand Opening in Reston

Portion of first weekend's sales go to support Cornerstones.

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Sunrise Chefs in Head-to-Head Competition

Event demonstrates healthy from-scratch cooking with seasonal ingredients.

Wednesday, March 21

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Humor and Storytelling in Reston to Create a Climate for Change

Maysoon Zayid’s brand of comedy at Reston’s CenterStage.

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South Lakes Students Join National Walkout

Nationwide event protests Congress’ inaction in response to gun violence.

Obituary: Arthur S. Hill

Tuesday, March 20

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Manners in the Tech Age

Etiquette classes aim to teach lost art of manners.

Monday, March 19

Opinion: Editorial: ‘When Is Passover Supposed to Be?’

Friday, March 16

Reston Home Sales: February, 2018

In February, 2018, 76 Reston homes sold between $1,263,000-$92,000.

Reston Home Sales: February, 2018

Wednesday, March 14

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Reston Schools Celebrate National Youth Art Month

Student artwork exhibited at Reston and Hunters Woods Community Centers.

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Building Razed on Last Property Available in Reston Town Center’s Urban Core

Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Residential Density in Reston PRC District stalled.

Commentary: Until Another Day

Independent Progressive: Ganesan, Johnson, Bowman and Petrine for Reston Association

Restore internal controls, transparency and no more Tetras!

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2018 Fairfax County Student Peace Awards

Students from 23 Fairfax County schools recognized for promoting peace and conflict resolution.

Tuesday, March 13

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How ‘Open Floor Plan’ Can Enhance Classic Home

North Arlington residence open to public 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 24.

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Advocates Praise Fairfax County Sheriff’s End to ICE Contract

Sheriff will no longer hold detainees for extra time.

Monday, March 12

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Highlighting Features that Improve Functionality

Designer must-haves for building a dream kitchen.

The Conversation Begins in Fairfax County: Budgeting Words

Board prioritizes compensation for teachers and county employees.

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‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’

Commission for Women celebrates 2018 honorees at Women’s History Month reception.

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Fairfax County Public Safety Heroes Honored

40th annual event held March 9 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner.

Wednesday, March 7

Area Roundups: Herndon and Reston

Paving and Restriping Meeting Set for March 19

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Cornerstones in Reston’s American Citizenship Class Helps Rebuild Lives

Immigrants and refugees gain control of their futures by becoming U.S. citizens.

Commentary: Follow the Children

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‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’ at CenterStage in Reston

Reston Community Players present classic Southern drama.

Tuesday, March 6

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Honoring Women Who Shaped Reston Development

Presentation on four pioneering women to be held on Thursday, March 15.

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Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) Opens Satellite Gallery

Innovative new space at Signature in Reston Town Center features local artist Craig Moran.

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Winds Wreak Havoc in Reston Area

Reston Association estimates it will be at least a month before tree cleanup is completed.

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South Lakes Seahawks Girls Second in State

South Lakes High athletes shine in State Indoor Track and Field Championships.

Full Conversation Requires Money on the Table in Fairfax County

Board intends to keep options open by advertising tax increase.

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Budget Brinkmanship in Virginia

Lawmakers poised to leave town without passing budget.

Budget showdowns are rare in Virginia, but not unprecedented. Back in 2004, Gov. Mark Warner clashed with Republicans over a sales tax increase. Then in 2014, Gov. Terry McAuliffe engaged in brinkmanship over expanding Medicaid. Now lawmakers are poised to end the session once again without passing a budget.

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Extracurriculars: Secret Sauce of Success in Fairfax County

Superintendent’s budget eliminates barrier of $50 activity fee.

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Discussing School Shootings and Other Violence with Children

Open dialogue is key to quelling fear, say mental health professionals.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: No Guns in the Classroom

Gun safety is an American value.