Stories for May 2019

Crime Report: Sully District

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‘It’s a Grassroots Effort and a Joy’ in Centreville

Meet the Cub Run Stream Valley Park Volunteer Team.

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Armed Forces Week Celebrated in Centreville

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Murder Charged after Chantilly Man’s Death

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‘I Could Get in a Lot of Trouble’

Former teacher convicted of soliciting a minor online.

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Opinion: Editorial: Help the Class of 2019 Celebrate Graduation Safely

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Opinion: Column: The Weak That Was

All's well that ends well.

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Let the Jury Decide in Fairfax County

Incumbent Morrogh and Challenger Descano make their cases for county’s top law enforcement post.

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Wine, Whiskers & Wags in Clifton

Paradise Spring Winery hosts 13th annual event for Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter.

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Bringing Closure to a Civil War Mystery in Centreville

Historic marker dedicated to soldiers that were found there.

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Area Athletes Compete in Westfields Sprint Triathlon

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‘I Knew I Could Make a Difference’

Meet Mountain View High Principal Joe Thompson.

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Westfield High: ‘We Are Honored to Receive the Recognition’

‘Rock of Ages’ receives 24 Cappies nominations.

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Opinion: Column: The Weak After

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Skincare after 55

Adjusting the regimen for senior skin as one ages.

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Gala Raises $695,000

Oakton-based Northern Virginia Family Service holds 2019 Road to Independence Gala.

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Assistance League of Northern Virginia: Fundraising to Support Low-Income Children

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Voters Should Consider Housing Affordability in BOS Chairman Race

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Opinion: Editorial: Vote June 11, It’s Fairfax County’s Election Day

Most local races in Fairfax County are likely to be decided in June, don’t wait for November.

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New Teacher of the Year at Union Mill Elementary

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Joy Prom at Centreville Baptist Church

About 50 people with special needs dance the night away.

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Crime Report: Sully District

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‘It Could Have Happened to Any of Us’

Sully District police remember their fallen officers.

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Civil War Marker Dedication in Centreville

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Obituary: Peter Kimm, 89, Leader in Affordable Housing in Developing World

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Opinion: Column: The Weak Of

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Wish Lists for Northern Virginia Transportation

Spring transportation meeting brings out wish lists, examines smart scale rating system.

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New Support Organization for People with Hearing Loss to Launch May 18

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Some Workers Hurt by Shutdown Were Not Paid

Connolly, Beyer, Wexton hold field hearing on government shutdown’s impact on federal contractors.

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Race for Fairfax County’s Top Spot Heats Up

‘Vote like your life depends on it.’

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Meet the Candidates for Fairfax County Board Chairman

Four to contend in June 11 Democratic Primary to seek to replace retiring Sharon Bulova.

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Swimming Lessons: Choosing a School and Instructor

There are several things that parents can do if their child is truly afraid of the water.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Unacceptable Status Quo

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Opinion: Editorial: Changing Political Landscape

Don’t miss vote June 11 or before to have a say in the biggest political change in years.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Appalled by Vetoes

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Dave & Buster’s Officially Opens at Fair Oaks Mall

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‘Inspiring Others to Continue His Legacy’

Sully Police Sgt. Ryan Lindenbaum honored in memorial golf fundraiser.

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Artistic Expressions at Chantilly High

Chantilly High’s Pyramid Art Show was April 10.

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Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts to Brighten a Home

Local designers offer thoughtful gift ideas.

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Arlington Residents Compete in Westfields Triathlon

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Opinion: Column: The Weak Before

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Designs to Welcome Spring

Textiles and florals usher in a new season

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Vaccines Protect You, Your Family, and Your Community

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Appeal Against Littering

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Transportation Alternatives During Metro Shutdown

Free parking at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington Metro stations to join a slug line, catch a Fairfax Connector bus, or catch a WMATA express shuttle.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Lessons to Learn?

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Opinion: Editorial: Celebrating Mother’s Day with Photos

Send in photos now or right after you take new Mother’s Day photos; and more reasons to contact the Connection.

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Vienna Athletes Compete in Westfields Sprint Triathlon

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Tragic Fire at Bent Tree Apartments in Centreville

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Celebrating Nature at Springfest 2019 in Chantilly

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‘Funny, Family-Friendly’ Children’s Show in Chantilly

Chantilly High presents ‘Little Red Riding Hood & the Power Mutants.’

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Opinion: Column: Black or Blue: Lessons Learned from How Virginia Democrats Handled the Ralph Northam Debacle

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Opinion: Column: As Luck Has Had It

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Schar Cancer Institute Opens to Patients May 13

Institute becomes a landmark for health care and research in Fairfax County.

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Free Cinco de Mayo Lyft Rides Offered to Prevent Drunk Driving

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Born to Run

Training for races should include more than running.

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Rise in Religion-based Hate Across Virginia

Violent acts follow growth of white supremacy movements.

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Wellbeing: A Lethal Form of Abuse

Demystifying Munchausen’s Syndrome by Proxy.

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Hope in Bloom: FACETS Annual Benefit Breakfast Shares Hope and Progress

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Stories for May 2019

Friday, May 31

Meet the Cub Run Stream Valley Park Volunteer Team.

Thursday, May 30

Former teacher convicted of soliciting a minor online.

Wednesday, May 29

All's well that ends well.

Incumbent Morrogh and Challenger Descano make their cases for county’s top law enforcement post.

Thursday, May 23

Paradise Spring Winery hosts 13th annual event for Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter.

Historic marker dedicated to soldiers that were found there.

Meet Mountain View High Principal Joe Thompson.

‘Rock of Ages’ receives 24 Cappies nominations.

Wednesday, May 22

Adjusting the regimen for senior skin as one ages.

Oakton-based Northern Virginia Family Service holds 2019 Road to Independence Gala.

Tuesday, May 21

Most local races in Fairfax County are likely to be decided in June, don’t wait for November.

Friday, May 17

About 50 people with special needs dance the night away.

Sully District police remember their fallen officers.

Thursday, May 16

Wednesday, May 15

Spring transportation meeting brings out wish lists, examines smart scale rating system.

Connolly, Beyer, Wexton hold field hearing on government shutdown’s impact on federal contractors.

‘Vote like your life depends on it.’

Four to contend in June 11 Democratic Primary to seek to replace retiring Sharon Bulova.

There are several things that parents can do if their child is truly afraid of the water.

Don’t miss vote June 11 or before to have a say in the biggest political change in years.

Saturday, May 11

Sully Police Sgt. Ryan Lindenbaum honored in memorial golf fundraiser.

Chantilly High’s Pyramid Art Show was April 10.

Friday, May 10

Local designers offer thoughtful gift ideas.

Wednesday, May 8

Textiles and florals usher in a new season

Tuesday, May 7

Free parking at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington Metro stations to join a slug line, catch a Fairfax Connector bus, or catch a WMATA express shuttle.

Send in photos now or right after you take new Mother’s Day photos; and more reasons to contact the Connection.

Sunday, May 5

Chantilly High presents ‘Little Red Riding Hood & the Power Mutants.’

Wednesday, May 1

Institute becomes a landmark for health care and research in Fairfax County.

Training for races should include more than running.

Violent acts follow growth of white supremacy movements.

Demystifying Munchausen’s Syndrome by Proxy.