Board Approves Redevelopment
The Arlington County Board approved a plan to redevelop a 1.13-acre, block-long site in the commercial heart of Clarendon with two office buildings and ground floor retail.
Apple Honors Jamestown
Apple Inc. selected Jamestown Elementary School as an Apple Distinguished Program for the 2011-12 school year. Jamestown is one of 49 schools nationwide recognized by Apple.
Nottingham Wins Video Contest
Earth Charter International selected Nottingham Elementary School’s "It Starts With One" video as the first winner of its first-ever international video contest.
Community Input Sought On School Overcrowding
The number of Arlington County school children continues to increase and Arlington Public Schools is looking at a variety of ways to meet this growing need, including expanding its footprint on school property, and on county property for potential joint-use facilities.
Board Approves Improvements
The Arlington County Board on Jan. 21 approved funds to renovate High View Park playground and to support nine other parks projects.
Welcome to Crystal Couture 2012
Crystal Couture 2012 opened to the public on Feb. 7 in the food court at 1750 Crystal Drive in Crystal City and will run through Feb. 11.
Norovirus Outbreak Spreads to Schools, Community
February is peak season for virus outbreaks.
Repeated bouts of diarrhea, severe nausea and acute onset are symptoms of the calici family of viruses. Commonly referred to as the stomach flu, the norovirus is particularly active in February and has already contributed to outbreaks throughout the Arlington County Public School system.
Not Another Valentine’s Day
Some alternatives to the usual fare.
Roses, chocolates and Hallmark Cards are standard Valentine’s Day fare. Gifts with a personalized element, however, are all the more significant for impressing that special someone.
Flourishing After 55
Flourishing after 55.
Arlington County Board to Consider More Changes to Sign Ordinance
Elected officials to consider commercial signs along roadsides.
For Dan Magnolia, the headache of dealing with Arlington County government is a sign of the times. Visitors to his business in south Arlington are likely to see a four-foot by three-foot sign announcing the business.
Cementing the Districts
Republicans try to lock in eight-to-three advantage in congressional redistricting.
Now that congressional redistricting has moved through the House of Delegates and the Virginia Senate, a picture of 2012 is beginning to take shape.
Clark, Generals Dominate National District
W-L wins third consecutive district gymnastics title.
The Washington-Lee gymnastics team put on a show Jan. 26, capturing the district championship by nearly 17 points over second-place Yorktown. The Generals produced the district’s top three all-around gymnasts and four of the top five. W-L occupied the top five places on beam, top four on vault, top three on bars and top two on floor. But the Generals’ display of dominance was no one-hit wonder. W-L has captured the last three district titles and has not lost a regular season meet in the three years.
Sports Briefs: W-L Boys Win Swim Districts
The Washington-Lee boys’ swim team won the National District title, posting a score of 404 during the championship meet Jan. 26-28 at Yorktown Aquatic Center.
Marymount Professor Receives State Faculty Award
Kathleen Garces-Foley honored in Rising Star category.
It takes scholarship, professionalism, solid teaching and commitment to community to be considered for the Virginia Outstanding Faculty Award. Kathleen Garces-Foley, a professor of religion at Marymount University, is one of two Virginia professors to be honored with the award in the 2012 Rising Star category.
Getting Dressed for Crystal Couture
Annual event spotlights local designers.
Models, fashion, accessories and sales promise to be front and center as the fourth Crystal Couture event hits the runway at the Crystal City Shops Feb. 7-11.