Stories for June 2017

Stories for June 2017

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Thursday, June 29

Talk with Children about Social Media Dangers

social media dangers

Wednesday, June 28

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Principal to Mountain View High Graduates: ‘Go Change the World’

Mountain View High holds spring commencement.

Tuesday, June 27

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Chantilly High Graduation 2017

Graduates Bid Farewell

Words & Pictures

Commentary: In Defense of Learning

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Virginia Run Riptide

Opinion: Editorial: Killing the Poor to Pay Millionaires

Even employer provided insurance would suffer; coverage caps and exclusions of pre-existing conditions could return.

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Independence Day Celebrations

Coming attractions for July 4 Celebrations

Independence Day Celebrations

Thursday, June 22

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‘Music to Do Good and Help People’

Project Joy will provide an income for Zambian orphans.

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Hats Off to Centreville’s Class of 2017

Centreville High School sends off its senior class at the Eaglebank Arena on June 16.

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‘Innovation of Flight’ at Udvar-Hazy Museum

‘Innovation of Flight’ at Udvar-Hazy Museum

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Four-Term Incumbent LeMunyon to Face Former Republican

Karrie Delaney registered as a Republican after being appointed to local government in Florida.

Karrie Delaney knows a thing or two about Republican politics. Back in 2004, she was appointed as a Republican to the West Melbourne City Council in Florida. But she lost the election that year after she voted higher taxes. Now she’s running as a Democrat against four-term incumbent Del. Jim LeMunyon (R-67).

Wednesday, June 21

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Graduation 2017: Westfield High Graduates 610 Students

16th Commencement Ceremony held at Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University.

Opinion: Editorial: Losing One of Our Own

Worst fear of any parent of a teenager: losing a child to violence.

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Finding the Right Mentor

A mentor can brighten a young person’s future.

Friday, June 16

Chantilly Home Sales: May, 2017

In May, 2017, 31 homes sold between $1,018,000-$72,000 in the Chantilly area.

Chantilly Home Sales: May, 2017

Centreville Home Sales: May, 2017

In May, 2017, 128 Centreville homes sold between $1,160,000-$188,900.

Centreville Home Sales: May, 2017

Thursday, June 15

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Sully District: Metz Honored

Named Sully Officer of the Month.

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‘I Moved Here and It’s Been Life-Changing’

Special financing arrangement makes workforce housing a reality.

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WheelHouse Yoga Expands in Clifton

Studio opens a new space named “Treehouse.”

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Centreville Me & My Dad

Wednesday, June 14

Virginia Republicans Play Establishment Card

Close primary campaigns for governor and lieutenant governor send GOP candidates to November ballot.

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Virginia Democrats Play the Long Game

Voters choose candidates who have been planning their campaign for years rather than upstarts newly energized against Trump.

Albo Retirement Prompts Hotly Contested Virginia House Race

Democrat Kathy Tran to face Republican Lolita Mancheno-Smoak.

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Unattended Cooking Causes Fire

Unattended Cooking Causes Fire

Centreville Immigration Forum Named ‘One of the Best’ Nonprofits

Centreville Immigration Forum Named ‘One of the Best’ Nonprofits

Tuesday, June 13

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Patio Ready for Summer?

The latest in furniture and accessories for alfresco entertaining.

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Opening the Door to Affordable Housing

Ribbon cutting celebrates the opening of the Residences at Government Center.

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Remodeling a Home in Stages

David Foster helps clients design in phases, and at their own pace.

Opinion: Editorial: Fairfax County Celebrates its 275th Anniversary

Thursday, June 8

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Remembrance Cabaret Honors Reema Samaha

10th annual event is June 17 at Westfield High.

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‘Success Is Attainable for Everyone’

CPMSAC honors local high-school students.

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Virginia State Winner

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At National Spelling Bee

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WheelHouse Yoga Expands in Clifton

Studio opens a new space named ‘Treehouse.’

Yoga in Clifton

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Cardboard Boat Regatta Still a Hit at Springfield Days

Cardboard Boat Regatta Still a Hit at Springfield Days

Wednesday, June 7

Three Republicans Running for Virginia Governor Offer Dueling Tax Plans

Cut taxes or raise taxes? GOP primary debate offers an unusual array of options.

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Democratic Candidates for Virginia Governor Run to the Left

Two candidates try to ignore moderate records and repackage themselves as hardcore progressives.

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Diverse Field Seeks to Unseat LeMunyon in 67th Race

Three Democrats with similar views, divergent experience.

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Three Republicans Vie for Virginia Lieutenant Governor Nomination

Two state senators and a delegate hope to snag bid to preside over Senate sessions.

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Three Democrats Vying for Virginia Lieutenant Governor

Two former prosecutors and veteran political operative on ballot.

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Call to Prevent Teen Sex Trafficking

Walk/Run for Freedom raises awareness of teen sex trafficking in Northern Virginia.

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Immigration Panel Hears Residents’ Outcry

People raise their voices regarding immigration rights.

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Opinion: A Meal Among Neighbors

American Turkish Friendship Association and County dine together for Ramadan.

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Getting Hurt in the Gym

Strategies for preventing and treating workout injuries.

Boylan Named Chamber President

Boylan Named Chamber President

Crime Report

Crime Report

Tuesday, June 6

Opinion: Editorial: Vote On or Before June 13 in Fairfax County

In-person absentee voting continues through June 10.

Thursday, June 1

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‘Emotional Journey and Exciting New Show’

Encore presents “That’s Life” at NOVA.

Encore presents “That’s Life” at NOVA.

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From Paul VI High To Surrey, England

Gabbi Nieves named to U.S. 2017 World Cup lacrosse team.

Gabbi Nieves named to U.S. 2017 World Cup lacrosse team.

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Buying Fresh at Government Center

Government Center Farmers Market, Thursdays 3-7 p.m., attracts neighbors coming from work.

Buying Fresh at Government Center Farmers Market

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Day Prom Held at Waterford

Proms during the daytime instead of night