Column: Derive to Survive
Now that I can taste food again, or rather have food taste like normal again, my attitude is much improved.
At Dark Star Park
Every year at 9:32 a.m. on Aug. 1, shadows cast by the poles and spheres of the Dark Star Park public art piece align with the metal shadows on the ground.
59th Anniversary of Korean War
Friday, July 27, marked the 59th anniversary of the armistice agreement that brought an end to the fighting of the Korean War between North Korea, China, South Korea, and United Nations forces, which included the United States.
Going the Distance
American Century Theater tackles 'Marathon '33.'
Inducing people to endure discomfort, pain and humiliation for the promise of cash prizes sounds like a season of “Survivor” or “Fear Factor.”
Classified Advertising (Aug. 1, 2012)
Read the lastest Employment, Home and Garden and Classified ads!
Lightning Campaign Pits Longtime Elected Official Against Progressive Newcomer
Democrats to determine special election candidate this weekend.
This week, Democrats will determine their candidate in a special election blitz campaign that offers little time for voters to learn much about their options.
Letter: Elite for A Reason
Thoughts on student academic potential.
World of Beer Arrives in Arlington
Fans of craft beer can grab a pint and enjoy a truly global selection of brew at World of Beer, ready to serve on Aug. 6. The Ballston location is the first branch to open in Virginia, and owners are enthusiastic about the location.
Letter: What’s Best for State Residents?
Thoughts on access to health care.
Fairfax Backs Columbia Pike Streetcar Plan
On Tuesday, July 31, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a streetcar line as the locally preferred option for transit along the Columbia Pike corridor.
Washington Boulevard Trail Yields Environmentalist Debate
County looks to building trail on east side of boulevard.
While Arlington County has been discussing its plans for the Washington Boulevard trail at community meetings, two opposing petitions concerning the trail have surfaced on Change.org.
Arlington Calendar 8/1/12
Calendar Events
Orange Line Events 8/1/12
Orange Line Events
Celebrating Local Harvest
Starting at 8 a.m. every Saturday morning, more than 30 producers display and sell local fruits, vegetables, cheeses, dairy products, poultry and meats, plants and flowers, fresh baked goods and more next to the Arlington County Courthouse at the intersection of N. Courthouse Road and N. 14th Street in Arlington.
Column: Choosing My Words, Respectively
It has been brought to my attention by some regular Kenny-column readers – who are friends, too, and whose opinions I value, that my most recent batch of “cancer columns” (as I call them) were not funny; in fact, they were more depressing and negative than anything, and not nearly as uplifting and hopeful as many of my previous columns have been.
Food for Hot People
H-B grad pursues culinary dream.
Every Thursday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., area food trucks park in a small, deserted lot on the corner of 18th Street and Crystal Drive in Crystal City. Hungry workers on lunch break soon flock to the trucks.
Getting a Body Like an Olympian
Local fitness gurus offer gold medal advice for achieving a toned, muscular body.
Muscular legs, toned abs and buffed biceps are hard to miss in London this week, but is it possible for the average sports fan to achieve a body like an Olympian? Local fitness experts say "maybe."
Taking Care of One’s Teeth
American Dental Association says many Americans don’t know basic oral care.
Here’s a pop quiz: How often should a person replace their toothbrush? "Once a year," said Terrie Andrews of McLean.
Beating Bad Breath
Dental experts offer solutions for chronic halitosis.
When Amanda Welch’s boyfriend asked her to marry him last spring, she accepted his proposal on one condition: that he find a cure for his bad breath.