World Cup Fever
Area soccer coaches, players share 2014 World Cup viewing experiences.
Area soccer players and coaches have followed the 2014 World Cup closely.
Commentary: County Falling Behind on Its Housing Goals
On June 9, the Residential Studio Committee of the Fairfax County Planning Commission voted to recommend that the review of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Residential Studio Units be tabled. This recommendation will be voted on by the full Planning Commission at its July 24 meeting and it is almost certain that it will be adopted. After months of committee hearings and community meetings throughout the county, the RSU amendment will be quietly put to rest.
Commentary: Area Nonprofit Guides Entrepreneurs to Start-Up Success
For many working poor, the challenges of conquering the barriers to education, childcare and transportation are too great to overcome. Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS), the nonprofit known for providing food and shelter, health and dental access, and Head Start programs for more than 36,000 local residents a year, also is working to alleviate poverty with its innovative entrepreneurship program.
Operation Ready Rescue
More than 100 Arlington County students participated in the first Operation Ready Rescue workshop on Thursday, June 26, at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center in South Arlington.
WGCC Swimmers Crush Edgemoor
The Washington Golf and Country Club (WGCC) Lightning defeated Edgemoor in a lopsided victory.
Climate Change Could Affect Drinking Water
Residents could see — and smell — a very different Potomac River by 2040.
Drinking cups of clear tap water could be a luxury people are less likely to take for granted in the near future as climate-change culprits affect the waterways — and water bills.
Passing Tournament Champions
The Washington-Lee Generals football team began their spring passing tournament season in great form.
Brink Takes Administration Job
Longtime delegate to become deputy commissioner for aging services.
When asked about his new job as deputy commissioner for aging services in Virginia, longtime Del. Bob Brink (D-48) says he has a personal interest in the topic — one that's becoming more pressing every day.
Summer Health and Safety Hazards
Keeping danger at bay during warm weather months.
Summer comes but once a year. From picnics and days at the pool to backyard barbeques and day-long hikes, many people spend the season outdoors.
Look Out Below
I think I know what a rampaging bull feels like; and I don’t mean one on Wall Street, either. I mean one in the figurative sense: when one has a need, an overwhelming, unstoppable-type urge, to scratch that itch, to gratify that which has been delayed. What am I talking about? (You sound like my wife, Dina.) I am talking about food. More specifically, I am talking about a side effect I’ve been experiencing of late from the chemotherapy drug Alimta, with which I’ve been infused every three weeks since late September, 2013 (successfully I may add, given the shrinkage noted in my most recent CT Scan).
Flourishing After 55
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for July 14-19.
Arlington Police Report
The following incidents were reported by the Arlington Police Department.
Grateful to Children's National
After raising $712,000 last year, Children’s National Health System has set a goal of raising $1 million through the 2nd annual Race for Every Child in September.
Turning Tables
Vinyl records are back in style, especially with young listeners.
In an age when music is always digitally accessible via apps like Spotify and iHeart Radio, consumers in their 30s, 20s and even teens are opting to purchase vinyl copies of their favorite albums.
Board Approves Woodstock Park Improvements
The Arlington County Board approved a $644,127 contract on June 17 to reposition and reconstruct the tot and youth playgrounds, and to rebuild the basketball court at Woodstock Park.
Blitzkrieg Special Election for Arlington House Seat
Democrats to choose House of Delegates candidate this weekend.
Democrats are preparing for a lightning-fast special election this weekend, a caucus that will choose the party's candidate for the House of Delegates seat vacated by longtime Del. Bob Brink (D-46).
Arlington Real Estate: Top Sales in May 2014
In May 2014, 316 Arlington homes sold between $2,420,000-$7,800.
Arlington Real Estate: Top Sales in May 2014
“Cloak and Dagger” at Signature
Musical comedy spoof of 1940s film noir on stage through July 6.
Signature Theater is closing out its 2013-14 season with the world premiere of the screwball musical comedy, “Cloak and Dagger,” on stage through July 6.
Classified Advertising June 25, 2014
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Hearing from the People on Streetcars
Voters will have indirect say on streetcars, even without referendum.
Supporters of a plan to build a streetcar line along Columbia Pike are divided over the wisdom of whether or not voters should weigh in on the issue.