WFCWC Hosts Human Trafficking Discussion
Perspective
The Western Fairfax County Women’s Club (WFCWC) hosted a meeting April 18 on “Human Trafficking in Northern Virginia.” Deepa Patel, executive director of Trauma and Hope in Springfield, is a licensed clinical social worker certifiably specialized as a sex offender treatment provider.
Centreville Robotics Seeks Support
Centreville Robotics has an opportunity to compete at the FIRST Championship in St. Louis, Mo. at the end of April.
Centreville: National Recognition For Deepwood Vet Clinic
Deepwood Veterinary Clinic owner Dr. Wanda Pool and technician Pamela Meade, were awarded two Macbook Pro laptops on April 14 for their winning entry into the “Saluting the Frontlines” program sponsored by Merial Pharmaceutical Company.
Centreville Snapshot: Pinewood Derby Winners
Sully District Boy Scouts of America held its annual Cub Scout Pinewood Derby at Liberty Middle School. More than 130 Cub Scouts participated in the event, with more than 300 spectators. Above are John Ferguson, the Pinewood Derby chairman and Cubmaster of Pack 2011; Webelos I Cub Scout Zachary Poole - 2nd Place; Tiger Cub Scout Grant Zodrozny - 4th Place; Bear Cub Scout Max Warren - 3rd Place; Webelos II Cub Scout Jake Witte - 5th Place; and Wolf Cub Scout AJ Sexton - Sully District Champion.
Centreville: Death Ruled as Homicide
On Sunday, April 24, at approximately 4:24 p.m., patrol officers from the Sully District Station were called to a residence in the 5600 block of Gresham Lane for a report of an unresponsive adult male.
Fatal Crash in Centreville
Next of kin has been notified and the driver killed in an April 21 fatal crash has been identified as Herson Alexis Molina of Manassas Park.
Centreville High: Action, Swordfights and Tech Surprises
Centreville High presents “The Three Musketeers.”
Featuring a cast of 34 and a crew of 12, Centreville High’s dramedy, “The Three Musketeers,” is all set to burst upon the stage.
Potential Development of Dulles Suburban Center
A study to determine this land’s future is currently underway.
It’s been 23 years since the Dulles Suburban Center had a thorough review. But all that’s about to change, as a study has just began to document what’s there now and review recommendations for potential land-use changes and development in the future.
Chantilly: ‘Comedy with a Lot of Heart’
Chantilly High presents “The Man Who Came to Dinner.”
There’ll be laughs galore when Chantilly High presents the comedy, “The Man Who Came to Dinner.” It’s the school’s Cappies show and contains a cast and crew of 52.
Centreville Girls' Lax: New Coach, New Stars, Same Results
Murphy scores 7 goals in win over Chantilly on Monday.
Centreville defeated Chantilly 15-5 on Monday.
Fairfax County: Chief Investigating Cyberbullying of Dead Female Firefighter
Search for Nicole Mittendorff called off after police “preliminarily identify” female remains, find suicide note found in her abandoned vehicle.
The search for Nicole Mittendorff, a paramedic-firefighter based at Fire Station 32 in Fairfax Station, has been suspended, a release from Virginia State Police said on Thursday, April 21.
Removing a Barrier to Pomp and Circumstance
Gowns for Grads program at George Mason provides regalia for needy graduates.
When Muntaha Choudhary walks across the stage during George Mason University’s graduation ceremony this May she will celebrate not only her bachelor’s degree, which has been eight years in the making, but also the fact that she is the first person in her family to graduate from college.
Fairfax County: Supervisors Approve 4-Cent Tax Rate Increase
The gap between the Fairfax County School Board and total county budgets is a formality away from being the smallest since before Jan. 7 when FCPS Superintendent Dr. Karen Garza announced she wouldn’t be making any additional cuts in her $2.67 billion Fiscal Year 2017 budget.
Letter: Selfishness, Not Altruism, Behind Tax Increases
To the Editor
The Board of Supervisors and School Board should give the approximately 12,000 classroom teachers salary increases, but give no raises to other school and county employees.
Editorial: On the Guilty Plea of Adam Torres
Geer’s death exposed “obfuscation … and a lack of public accountability.”
Adam Torres, charged with murder in the death of Springfield resident John Geer, was the first Fairfax County Police officer in the history of the department to be charged in such a death.
Sixth Annual Centreville International Showcase is Set for April 30
Find music, dancing, food, and more.
Everything from Korean drumming to Irish dancing, Guatemalan music and food from around the globe — it’ll all be part of the 6th annual Centreville International Showcase. The evening of fun is set for Saturday, April 30, from 5:30-9 p.m.
Westfield High To Present the Musical, ‘Footloose’
“What a great way to end a beautiful year,” said director Susie Pike.
The music, story and costumes will transport audiences back to the ’80s when Westfield High presents the musical, “Footloose,” in the school theater. It’s Westfield’s Cappies show and features a cast and crew of 55.
Centreville: The Alliance Theatre Presents “The Addams Family”
Takes the audience on a joyride.
Gomez, Morticia, Lurch and the rest of the gang from the classic TV show, “The Addams Family,” will come to life onstage when The Alliance Theatre presents the musical comedy of the same name. The show runs three weekends, April 29-May 15, at Mountain View High, 5775 Spindle Court in Centreville.
Fairfax County: Torres Pleads Guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter of John Geer
Former Police officer faced murder charges for 2013 shooting
It was over before it began. Neither prosecution nor defense gave opening statements in former Fairfax County Police Officer Adam Torres’ trial for the August 2013 murder of Springfield resident John Geer. Instead on Monday, April 18, Torres pleaded guilty to felony involuntary manslaughter for the August 2013 incident.
Historic Garden Week in Virginia
Elegant homes and gardens in Old Town, Arlington and Falls Church will be open to the public.
Some of the most spectacular gardens will be in bloom and on display during the 83rd annual Historic Garden Week in Virginia.