Stories for April 2019

Stories for April 2019

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Sunday, April 28

Saturday, April 27

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‘They’re Really Making These Characters Live’ in Centreville

Centreville High performs the murder mystery, ‘Clue.’

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Crime Report: Sully District

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Contemporary, Romantic, Magic-Filled Comedy in Chantilly

Chantilly High presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

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Thursday, April 25

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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Wednesday, April 24

Changing the Culture Around Mental Illness

Sheriff Stacey Kincaid speaks at the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area (LWVFA) annual meeting.

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Virginia Trails Nation in Placing Foster Children with Relatives

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Tuesday, April 23

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The Emotional Side of Leaving the Workforce

Getting ready for retirement requires more than financial preparation.

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Saturday, April 20

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Showcase Performers Kick Up their Heels in Centreville

The 9th annual Centreville International Showcase was Saturday, April 13.

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‘Don’t Stop Believin’ in Westfield Theater

High school presents pop musical, ‘Rock of Ages.’

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Thursday, April 18

Wednesday, April 17

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Sharing Wisdom of Positive Aging

Positive Aging and Wellness Fair draws crowd for education, information – and fun!

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Making the Leap from Public to Private School

Signs that a public school isn’t meeting your child’s needs.

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Public Weighs in on Fairfax County Budget Priorities

Schools, market rate adjustments, affordable housing, immigrant services dominate public response.

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Protestors: ‘Resign Ralph!’

Fairfax NAACP and others gather to demand resignation of Gov. Ralph Northam, who was a “no-show” at the event.

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Opinion: Commentary: Supporting Immigrant Families, Community

Comprehensive change — not one-time funding — needed to support Fairfax County immigrant families and community members.

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Opinion: Commentary: Fully Fund the MRA to Support Our Community

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Opinion: Editorial: Never Losing Sight of Ending Homelessness

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Opinion: Editorial: Survivors of Child Abuse Can Shine this April

On April 9, Board of Supervisors will declare April Child Abuse Prevention month in Fairfax County.

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Saturday, April 13

Friday, April 12

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‘Take a Book, Share a Book’ in Sully District

Little Free Library opens.

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Making Beers with a Taste of History in Centreville

Winery owner hopes to build a farm brewery.

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‘Build a Strong Team and Stay Focused’ in Centreville

Meet Chad Lehman, Centreville High’s new principal.

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Wednesday, April 10

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Stylish Outdoor Living Wins ‘Contractor of the Year’

Dreaming of making the most of outdoor living? Look at this.

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Leadership Fairfax Hits a Home Run

Breakfast with the Board of Supervisors honors community service.

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Still in the Game in Fairfax County

‘Super seniors’ head out to softball fields for a dose of the best anti-aging remedy around.

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Opinion: Editorial: Empowering Victims of Sexual Assault in Fairfax County

Sexual assault awareness and prevention.

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Opinion: Commentary: Need for Affordable Housing in Fairfax County: ‘Raging Five-alarm Fire”

Also call for more county-subsidized pre-K education.

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Saturday, April 6

Friday, April 5

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Passport to Food, Music and Fun in Centreville

Centreville International Showcase is set for Saturday, April 13.

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Tuesday, April 2

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Historic Garden Tour Comes to McLean

History buffs and garden enthusiasts will delight in in the mix of historic, traditional and contemporary.

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More Public Input Sought on Parkway Studies

Fairfax County and Franconia-Springfield Parkways study moves to next phase.

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Governor Northam Signs Bill Requiring Clergy to Report Child Abuse

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Greenspring Opens New Continuing Care Building

Springfield retirement community expands person-centered care with Dogwood Commons.

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A Career Change After 50

Strategies for job hunting after retirement.

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Hunting for Eggs in Fairfax County Parks

Grab a basket and hunt for eggs at parks throughout Fairfax County.

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