Stories for March 2018

Stories for March 2018

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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.

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The Children’s Crusade

Kaine hosts Northern Virginia gun control discussion.

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AIM Faces 20% Cut

Arlington Independent Media needs help of community it represents.

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Silent No More: The March For Our Lives

Students from Northern Virginia come out in force against gun violence.

Monday, March 26

Wednesday, March 21

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Businesses Support ‘Make March Matter’ Campaign

Effort benefits Children’s National Health System.

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‘Something Extra’ Performs at Yorktown High School

Yorktown’s Choir wins excellent and superior levels in District XII choral assessment.

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Falling on a Shark Gets Students’ Attention in Arlington

STEM program reaches out to students.

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Growth Treatment in Arlington

Committee of 100 examines hospital center expansion.

Tuesday, March 20

Charting Through the Amazon in Arlington

County Board weighs in on potential Amazon deal.

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Manners in the Tech Age

Etiquette classes aim to teach lost art of manners.

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Four Comstock Challengers Discuss Foreign Policy in Tysons

George Washington University student moves crowd to tears.

Monday, March 19

Commentary: State Legislature Adjourns without a Budget

Friday, March 16

Arlington Home Sales: February, 2018

In February, 2018, 180 Arlington homes sold between $2,375,000-$110,000.

Arlington Home Sales: February, 2018

Wednesday, March 14

Tuesday, March 13

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Traditional School Stuffing in Arlington

Arlington Traditional School parents protest added classes and relocatables to overcrowded school.

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Celebrating Foreign Language Skills in Arlington

National Foreign Language Week showcases progress.

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Demonstrating the Joy of Science in Arlington

Scientist also highlights STEM educator training for teachers.

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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.

Monday, March 12

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Highlighting Features that Improve Functionality

Designer must-haves for building a dream kitchen.

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‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’

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

Tuesday, March 6

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.

Commentary: Reconciling Bills, Ignoring Gun Violence

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File Taxes Early and Free in Arlington

Volunteers assist low-income families and elderly.