Stories for May 2017

Stories for May 2017

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Wednesday, May 31

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Police Practices Improve, Citizens Demand More

Board cites progress on Police Practices improvements, but some citizens demand more.

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Debate Can Be Civil, Too

Party platforms and civil discourse highlight forum for Lieutenant Governor candidates.

Tuesday, May 30

Monday, May 29

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It Started with a Shoe

Local author publishes novel.

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Hope and Health Festival Held in Lorton

Event provided health screenings and services for low-income families.

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Young Artist Discusses Inspiration

Belle McCarthy displayed her artwork in the South County Pyramid Art Show in Lorton.

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20 Years of Running Celebrated in Clifton

20th Annual Clifton Caboose Fun Run brings neighbors together.

Thursday, May 25

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Clifton Homes Tour Proves Grand

Visitors appreciate varying styles between homes on this year’s Clifton Homes Tour.

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Fairfax Promotes Bike Safety

Bike to Work Day reminds locals to share the road.

Bike to Work in Fairfax

Wednesday, May 24

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Fairfax County Launches Innovation Challenge

Challenge brings together several hundred attendees who “might normally not cross paths.”

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Little Free Library Dedicated in Clifton

Ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday at the Clifton Community Meeting Hall.

Monday, May 22

Friday, May 19

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: April, 2017

In April, 2017, 82 homes sold between $1,752,500-$200,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: April, 2017

Thursday, May 18

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Renovations Bring New Opportunities

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Burke Lake Golf Center.

Improvements at Burke Lake Golf Center.

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Filler-Corn Receives Excellence in Education & Workforce Development Award

The Virginia Chamber of Commerce awarded Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41), the Excellence in Education & Workforce Development Award

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Witch Trials Revisited

Lake Braddock High's production of “The Crucible.”

Lake Braddock High's production of “The Crucible.”

Wednesday, May 17

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Safety in the Water

Water Safety Month designed to educate public in advance of summer swimming.

What’s Next in Elections?

Sasnett delivers keynote address at the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area annual meeting.

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RED Team Comes to the Rescue in Fairfax

Home repair effort was part giving back, part teamwork for a local group.

Home repair by Keller Williams, volunteers and Fairfax County

Monday, May 15

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Can’t Dampen the Spirit in Lorton

Soggy Relay for Life held at Workhouse Arts Center.

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‘Seeking That Which Unites Us’

Rumi Forum presents three religions’ takes on women in faith and society.

Friday, May 12

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Fairfax Teens to Virginia Assembly: Protect Salamanders

Goal is to name the Shenandoah Salamander as state amphibian for the Commonwealth.

Fairfax Teens to Virginia Assembly: Protect Salamanders

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‘Swim Like Michelle’ Fundraiser Held in Burke

‘Swim Like Michelle’ Fundraiser Held in Burke

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SYC West End Rugby Going to Nationals

Both the Springfield boys’ and girls’ teams will be competing May 18-20.

Rugby in Springfield

Thursday, May 11

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Lorton Farmers Market Opens

Customers get more than locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables.

Wednesday, May 10

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Home on Cameron Opens in Old Town Alexandria

New store offers assortment of home furnishings.

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Expanding Family, Expanding Home

WINN Design + Build honored for remodeling Arlington home.

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Walk-In Closet Design Ideas

From chandeliers to luxury seating, the options are plentiful.

Commentary: Troubled History of Voter Disenfranchisement

Thursday, May 4

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Celebrating Beethoven

Fairfax Symphony, Fairfax Choral Society and Music and Arts Chorus at Mason stage.

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra

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Band Stand

Good Shepherd Players’ “The Music Man” opens May 5.

Good Shepherd Players’ “The Music Man” opens May 5.

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Men's Grey Haired Basketball League

Burke group for men in their 50s and 60s meets Sundays for camaraderie and exercise.

Grey Haired Basketball League

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Learning about the Civil War

Civil War Day

Wednesday, May 3

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Walking and Aware in Fairfax County

Event urges more communication on sexual violence.

Tuesday, May 2