Stories for June 2017

Stories for June 2017

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Thursday, June 29

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Reject Hate

Bipartisan friendship in wake of political violence in Alexandria.

Bipartisan friendship in wake of political violence in Alexandria.

Tuesday, June 27

Opinion: Editorial: Killing the Poor to Pay Millionaires

Even employer provided insurance would suffer; coverage caps and exclusions of pre-existing conditions could return.

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Leaving Yorktown

A class shares memories at its 2017 graduation.

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Wakefield High School, Dancing into the Future

Lively celebration marks the 2017 graduation.

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Farewell to H-B Woodlawn

Stories of courage and dedication at graduation.

Arlington Neighborhood Fights Lights

Residents feel ambushed by change in proposal to light fields.

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Independence Day Celebrations

Coming attractions for July 4 Celebrations

Independence Day Celebrations

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Witnessing Bipartisan Sportsmanship

Wednesday, June 21

Opinion: Editorial: Losing One of Our Own

Worst fear of any parent of a teenager: losing a child to violence.

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Finding the Right Mentor

A mentor can brighten a young person’s future.

Police to Conduct

Police to Conduct

Marymount Honors Members of Graduating Class at Recognition Day

Marymount Honors Members of Graduating Class at Recognition Day

County, Army Land Exchange Effort Ends

County, Army Land Exchange Effort Ends

County Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Action

County Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Action

New ART and STAR Fares

New ART and STAR Fares

“Flourishing After 55”

“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for June 25-30.

“Flourishing After 55”

Tuesday, June 20

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Hybrid or Half-Measure in Arlington?

Arlington Public Schools looks to hybrid options for capacity needs, but local parents say it’s time for new high school.

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Arlingtonians Gather To Help ‘Sister District’

Fundraising for candidate from Newport News.

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House Paint and Risk Takers at McLean Project for the Arts

Area artists exhibit at "Strictly Painting 11."

Friday, June 16

Arlington Home Sales: May, 2017

In May, 2017, 366 Arlington homes sold between $2,400,000-$50,000.

Arlington Home Sales: May, 2017

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Arlington Entertainment Calendar

See what's happening in Arlington

Arlington Entertainment Calendar

Wednesday, June 14

Virginia Republicans Play Establishment Card

Close primary campaigns for governor and lieutenant governor send GOP candidates to November ballot.

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Virginia Democrats Play the Long Game

Voters choose candidates who have been planning their campaign for years rather than upstarts newly energized against Trump.

Albo Retirement Prompts Hotly Contested Virginia House Race

Democrat Kathy Tran to face Republican Lolita Mancheno-Smoak.

Apply for Citizen’s Police Academy

Apply for Citizen’s Police Academy

“Flourishing After 55”

“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for June 19-24.

“Flourishing After 55”

Tuesday, June 13

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Patio Ready for Summer?

The latest in furniture and accessories for alfresco entertaining.

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Remodeling a Home in Stages

David Foster helps clients design in phases, and at their own pace.

Opinion: Editorial: Fairfax County Celebrates its 275th Anniversary

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Bringing Arlington Community Together

Tournament helps youths feel less isolated.

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Arlington Me & My Dad

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People: Selected for Grammy Camp

Local singer-songwriter to release her EP.

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Young Entrepreneur

Refugee Stories — Different But the Same

Learning to look at the long term.

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Toss and Tip

Simple precautions will avoid mounting Zika cases in the area.

Wednesday, June 7

Three Republicans Running for Virginia Governor Offer Dueling Tax Plans

Cut taxes or raise taxes? GOP primary debate offers an unusual array of options.

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Democratic Candidates for Virginia Governor Run to the Left

Two candidates try to ignore moderate records and repackage themselves as hardcore progressives.

“Flourishing After 55”

“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for June 12-17.

“Flourishing After 55”

Tuesday, June 6

Opinion: Editorial: Vote On or Before June 13 in Arlington

In-person absentee voting continues through June 10.

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Commentary: Holding the Center to Avert Our Fate

Stuck in the Middle

Healthcare reform could leave Virginia with a widening Medicaid gap.

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Bark in The Park in Arlington

Where children have as much fun as the dogs.

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Busing 2.0 in Arlington?

Accusations of racial microaggressions in Options and Transfers Policy discussion.

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Interfaith Iftar To Share Ramadan with Arlington Community

Rock Spring UCC to host June 17 event.