Arlington Snapshot: Cycling through Crystal City
Nearly 2,000 participants gathered Sunday, June 11, to compete in the second day of competition during the annual Air Force Association Cycling Classic. Day two of events consisted of the race for the Crystal Cup along with a challenge ride for amateur cyclists and a children’s race for the younger competitors.
Classified Advertising June 15, 2016
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Editorial: Support for Police in Reforms
Police commission recommendations come to Board of Supervisors for approval, implementation.
In some ways, the Fairfax County Ad Hoc Police Practices Review Commission, brainchild of Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova, was a bit of a miracle.
Considering Private School?
Small steps this summer can minimize stress of application process.
The school year has just come to an end … which means it’s the ideal time to prepare to apply to leading independent schools.
2016 Lord and Lady Fairfax Honorees Selected
Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. named the 2016 Lords and Ladies Fairfax at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, June 7 at the Fairfax County Government Center.
Arlington: Nunez Leads W-L Boys’ Soccer to First State Championship
Senior scores two goals in state final win over First Colonial.
The Washington-Lee boys' soccer team won its first state championship on Saturday.
State Tournament Roundup
W-L boys' soccer, Robinson girls', boys' lax among teams competing for titles.
The 6A state championships are being held today at Robinson and Lake Braddock.
Octagonal Dream Home on the Market
Home's shape and large windows make it a sun-drenched space.
It was during a trip to California almost 20 years that McLean resident Susan Jordano first laid eyes on her dream home.
Classified Advertising June 8, 2016
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Arlington: Kick Off Relay for Summer Reading
Ten-year-old Charley Hicks carries the summer reading Olympic torch on the first leg of the Summer Reading Relay on Saturday, June 4.
Arlington Snapshot: From Church to Affordable Housing
Members and guests of Arlington Presbyterian Church held their final worship service on Sunday, June 5 in their church home of 86 years.
Arlington: Belated Recognition for a Spy
Alexandria resident honored at her funeral at Arlington National Cemetery.
Many are the unseen heroes and heroines living among us, most masked by their own modesty. One died early this year: Stephanie Czech Rader.
Arlington Letter: County, Schools Working Together
Letter to the Editor
Kudos to the School Board and County Board for taking time to consider the complex access and safety issues at the historic Stratford School site.
Arlington Brief: Democratic Primary
The polls are open 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. on June 14 for the Democratic Primary for County Board. The candidates are Erik Gutshall and incumbent Libby T. Garvey. For the candidates’ campaign information see www.erik4arlington.com/ and www.libbygarvey.com/.
Arlington: Revisiting Selma and Bloody Sunday
Arlington native and his nephew return to Selma to explore how the struggle for voting rights has changed, but continues, 50 years later.
John Witeck was like many Americans, watching in heartbreak and disbelief as the nation learned of the beatings and violence in Selma, Ala., on what’s become known as “Bloody Sunday.”
Arlington: W-L Boys’ Soccer Wins First Region Title Since 1972
Generals defeat rival Yorktown 3-0 in 6A North final.
The Washington-Lee boys' soccer team beat Yorktown 3-0 on Monday to win the 6A North region title.
Vienna: Joel’s Story
After foster care experience: Architecting his own path.
Joel was taken into foster care when he was a high school junior, after reporting to a coach what was going on at home. Schools are “mandatory reporters,” and, as such, they are legally compelled to call social services in a case like Joel’s.
Classified Advertising June 1 , 2016
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Arlington: Unbeaten No More: WL Boys’ Soccer Tops Oakton
Generals advance to region semifinals with win over Cougars.
Washington-Lee will host Langley tonight.