Stories for March 2019

Stories for March 2019

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Tuesday, March 26

Week in Reston

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Reston Renowned Artists in the Making

SLHS scores big at the 2019 Regional Scholastic Art Awards.

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Catching Rainbows in Reston

Children reel in the trout at Snakeden Stream.

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Opinion: Commentary: Budget Equity

Only now has the Virginia economy recovered such that the funding of education today is exceeding that of pre-2008 levels.

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Paving Way to Rename Jefferson Davis Highway

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Opinion: Editorial: Every Year Is Election Year in Virginia; in 2019 Twice

Primary Election Day, June 11, will determine the outcome of many races in Fairfax County.

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Monday, March 25

Opinion: Editorial: United Way Helps with Available Tax Credits

How could Fairfax County residents receive a larger refund?

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Report Shows Geographic Disparities in Health in Virginia

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Environmental Groups Glad About Virginia Coal Ash Cleanup Law

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Thursday, March 21

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One Super Commuter Loves the EBike Proposal

Officials eyeing rules to allow e-bikes on area bike trails.

Rules about ebikes

Wednesday, March 20

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Talent on Display at Fairfax County Regional Science Fair

670 students from 27 high schools compete for nine Grand Prizes to go to International Fair in Phoenix, Ariz.

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Increasing Access to Naloxone in Virginia

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Virginia Student-Athletes Receive Further Concussion Protection

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Public Health Officials Launch TB Awareness Campaign

Tuberculosis still a health issue in Fairfax County.

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Biden, McKay Win Fairfax Dems Poll

More than 50 Democrats will vie for Fairfax County offices on June 11, primary election day.

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Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Candidates Face Off

NAACP and partners question the contenders.

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Explaining Death to Children

Breaking down a difficult topic and helping children grieve.

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Opinion: Commentary: Fairfax County’s Bold Housing Agenda

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Tuesday, March 19

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Birding in Reston

More than a walk in the park.

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A Sea of Runners in Green in Reston

Keira D'Amato places first overall in the 2019 Lucky Leprechaun 5K Race.

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Lake of Memories

A story of a Reston woman who died at the age of 102 remembering Hungary of her youth.

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Opinion: Commentary: Crossroads

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Friday, March 15

Reston PRC Zoning Amendment Dies

Reston community speaks out.

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Women Are Running Lake Anne Plaza

Local dimensions of International Women's Day: Gender parity rises as women business leaders smash glass ceiling.

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Heated Iron Chef Cook-off in Reston

Sunrise at Reston sizzles for Mardi Gras.

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Thursday, March 14

Opinion: Commentary: Women’s History Month

Eleven new women members were elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2017, all of whom ousted male incumbents.

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Wednesday, March 13

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Pet-Friendly Decor

Pet-owning designers offer advice on practical design choices that don’t sacrifice style.

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Local Talent on Global Stage

USA Special Olympics Team heads to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates for World Games 2019.

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Virginia: And They’re Off!

Primary Election Day is June 11, 2019; Dems flood District Office to file for candidacy.

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Virginia Governor Signs Law Banning All Tobacco Products at School

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The Business Case for Economic Mobility

Business leaders, community organizations, academics, public officials gather to discuss strategies for bridging the economic mobility gap.

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Tuesday, March 12

Opinion: Commentary: A+ Primer for Our Neighborhoods

County Community Emergency Response Guide builds local resiliency, and mitigates potential risks.

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Wednesday, March 6

Managing Screen Time

Working collaboratively with one’s child can decrease the struggle.

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Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Explorers Learn How 9-1-1 System Works

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Virginia General Assembly Expands Revenge Porn Law

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Bills to Protect Virginia Landowners in Pipeline Cases Fail

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Metro’s Current Hours Stand

Board plans to address riders’ other concerns instead.

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LGBTQ Advocates Dismayed But Undaunted by Legislative Defeats in Virginia

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Opinion: Editorial: 2019

But this year is supposed to be an improvement.

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Active Service Organization Seeks New Members in Reston-Dulles Region

Reston-Dulles Section, National Council of Negro Women, serves the local community.

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Tuesday, March 5

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Bruins Defeat Seahawks

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Spring Flea Market Held in Reston

Vendors make space and earn money while supporting their neighbors and the environment.

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Learning English at Reston Library

Staff coordinates classes and schedules while working with volunteer instructors.

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Every Vote Matters in 2019 Reston Association Board Election

RA must meet quorum requirement in each race.

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Opinion: Commentary: Lessons from a Racist Past

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Opinion: Independent Progressive: Selected Short Subjects

Reston zoning, current candidates, and Bryce Harper.

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