Stories for March 2018

Stories for March 2018

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Thursday, March 29

Screened-in Porch, Salute, and Unanimous Curtain Call in Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon Planning Commissioner Earl Flanagan given impromptu recognition for service.

Angelika Theater Hosts International Film Festival in Fairfax City

The NOVA Festival will take place over two weeks, from April 1 to April 14.

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New Vision for Richmond Highway

Revitalization plan emphasizes history, livability, environment and diversity with 18,000 new residential units and 8 million square feet of nonresidential.

Wednesday, March 28

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Four Homes to See at Clifton Homes Tour and Silent Auction

The 46th annual event is set for May 18.

Tuesday, March 27

Commentary: ‘Channeling Outrage into Activism’

Commentary: Truth about Sports Scholarships

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K9 Teams Hold Workshop, Training

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Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout April 28

Service is free, anonymous and no questions asked.

Friday, March 23

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A Tale of the Occoquan Suffrage Prisoners

NVCC History Professor Alice Reagan gives talk at Lorton Library.

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The Oldest Tree Found in South Run Regency

238-year-old Eastern Red Cedar closely dates to the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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‘Encore Kids!’

Nonprofit looks to bring pilot music program to K-2 classrooms.

Tuesday, March 20

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Manners in the Tech Age

Etiquette classes aim to teach lost art of manners.

Area Roundups: McLean, Great Falls, Herndon, Fairfax Station

Comstock Announces 2018 Congressional Art Competition

Saturday, March 17

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South County Stallions Win State Championship

Friday, March 16

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2018

In February, 2018, 57 homes sold between $1,270,000-$152,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2018

Wednesday, March 14

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2018 Fairfax County Student Peace Awards

Students from 23 Fairfax County schools recognized for promoting peace and conflict resolution.

Tuesday, March 13

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How ‘Open Floor Plan’ Can Enhance Classic Home

North Arlington residence open to public 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 24.

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Advocates Praise Fairfax County Sheriff’s End to ICE Contract

Sheriff will no longer hold detainees for extra time.

Monday, March 12

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Highlighting Features that Improve Functionality

Designer must-haves for building a dream kitchen.

The Conversation Begins in Fairfax County: Budgeting Words

Board prioritizes compensation for teachers and county employees.

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‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’

Commission for Women celebrates 2018 honorees at Women’s History Month reception.

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Fairfax County Public Safety Heroes Honored

40th annual event held March 9 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner.

Thursday, March 8

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300 Gather in Fairfax City for Moms Demand Action

Senator Tim Kaine attends event on common-sense solutions to gun violence.

Tuesday, March 6

Full Conversation Requires Money on the Table in Fairfax County

Board intends to keep options open by advertising tax increase.

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Budget Brinkmanship in Virginia

Lawmakers poised to leave town without passing budget.

Budget showdowns are rare in Virginia, but not unprecedented. Back in 2004, Gov. Mark Warner clashed with Republicans over a sales tax increase. Then in 2014, Gov. Terry McAuliffe engaged in brinkmanship over expanding Medicaid. Now lawmakers are poised to end the session once again without passing a budget.

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Extracurriculars: Secret Sauce of Success in Fairfax County

Superintendent’s budget eliminates barrier of $50 activity fee.

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Discussing School Shootings and Other Violence with Children

Open dialogue is key to quelling fear, say mental health professionals.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: No Guns in the Classroom

Gun safety is an American value.

Thursday, March 1

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Monopoly Tournament Held in Lorton

Ron Kowalski Real Estate Group sponsors 11th annual event, raising $5,000 for charity.

Commentary: Richmond Report: Assembly at Halfway Point