Spreading Holiday Cheer
Wine shops from around the region give their suggestions for bottles to bring to holiday parties.
Holiday season means parties, hostess gifts, office Secret Santas and other occasions where many people bring a bottle of some spirit or other to spread good tidings. So what to pick up? What's right? What kind of wine goes with what kind of food? And where to go for some good advice?
Wakefield Boys’ Basketball Beats T.C. in Memorial Game
Warriors win despite shooting 9-for-30 from the free-throw line.
The Wakefield boys' basketball team opened its season with a 56-51 win over T.C. Williams.
Esherick Returns as Yorktown’s Top Scoring Threat
Senior point guard Leano will be asked for leadership.
The Yorktown boys' basketball team lost to Woodson in the opening round of last year's regional tournament.
Tribute: In Memory of Earl E. Shaffer
Arlington attorney affected many in his decades of service.
The recent passing of Earl E. Shaffer, attorney at law, marks the end of an era. Most everyone knew Shaffer in some capacity — either as an attorney, acting Commonwealth’s Attorney or a substitute judge — because he served in all three capacities during his decades-long career. Shaffer touched many people’s lives throughout his tenure as a professional and public servant.
Annual Holiday Design Event Supports Garden Club Programs
Arlington’s Rock Spring Garden Club held its fourth annual Holiday Design Event on Thursday, Nov. 21, attracting a sold-out crowd of more than 200 to watch experts demonstrate how to craft a variety of floral arrangements for Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day.
Wakefield Returns Three Starters from State Playoff Team
Warriors must overcome loss of leaders Moore, Nega.
The Wakefield boys' basketball team opens the season on Dec. 7 against T.C. Williams.
Editorial: Holidays Are About Giving in Arlington
So many needs, so many great organizations, give locally where your heart leads you.
The holidays are about giving. They are about children. The holidays are about sharing, about joy, about alleviating suffering for others. The holidays are about being thankful and about faith and appreciation.
W-L Girls’ XC Finishes Second at State Meet
Angell is Generals’ top finisher in fourth place.
The Washington-Lee girls' cross country team made its first trip to states a memorable one.
Letter:Better Choice For Arlington
The BRT study presented by Michael Pope (Nov. 6, 2013 edition) has serious and obvious flaws that make it useless to determine the right transit choices for Crystal City and Columbia Pike.
Decline in Sales Tax Threatens Ability of Local Governments to Balance Books
Sequester looms large over revenues across Northern Virginia.
Sales tax revenues are down across Northern Virginia, leading to concerns that balancing the books for the coming fiscal year could be even more of a challenge for budget officials and elected officials in the coming months.
Arlington Home Sales: October, 2013
In October 2013, 264 Arlington homes sold between $2,500,000-$87,000.
Arlington Home Sales: October, 2013
Longtime Arlington County Board Memer Chris Zimmerman To Step Down
January departure to open the way for special election in April.
After 18 years on the Arlington County Board, Chris Zimmerman announced last week that he is stepping down to take a position as vice president for economic development of Smart Growth America, a Washington-based advocacy group that promotes walkable neighborhoods near public transit.
W-L Football Wins First District Title Since 1975
Generals shut out Yorktown at Greenbrier Stadium.
For the second time in four seasons, the Washington-Lee football team earned a historic victory on Yorktown's home field.
Yoga Community Lauds New Smithsonian Exhibit
Sackler exhibit is first of its kind.
Yoga instructor Luann Fulbright of McLean moved her practice from the mat to a gallery recently when she joined diplomats, philanthropists, artists and fellow yogis at a gala to celebrate the opening of "Yoga: The Art of Transformation" at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in Washington, D.C. It is the world’s first exhibition on the art of yoga.
Paying Attention to the Pros
High School coaches, players share opinions on Redskins’ Meriweather.
Washington Redskins safety Brandon Meriweather has received penalties, fines and a suspension for illegal hits.
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