Oktoberfest Vienna Draws Crowds
In spite of the remnants of rain from Hurricane Joaquin, the crowds were large at the Town of Vienna's annual Oktoberfest celebration last Saturday, Oct. 3
Television and Big-Screen Comic Comes to Vienna
Comedian and inspirational speaker Mack Dryden headlines benefit for Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna.
When the Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna (SCPV) hosts a fundraiser, it does so big-time, pulling in professional artists esteemed in their fields.
In Vienna - the Show Must Go On
Despite renovation woes, The Vienna Theatre Company presents an evening of one-acts.
Although their home at the Vienna Community Center may be under construction, the Vienna Theatre Company is as active as ever.
Hats for Ellie
Local organization collects hats for children with cancer.
When the school year began in 2013, Jay Coakley, a physical education teacher at Woodburn Elementary School in Falls Church noticed that one of his kindergarten students had an affinity for brightly colored hats.
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Oct. 2-11, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
Fairfax County: Candidates Meet on Fairfax Public Access
Clerk, Sheriff and Soil & Water incumbents and challengers answer questions.
Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid wasted no time in bringing up the in-custody death of Natasha McKenna during her opening remarks. Kincaid said the loss of life, which occurred in February following an incident where a team of Sheriff’s deputies was attempting to transport McKenna to Alexandria police and deployed a taser on her four times, continues to weigh heavily on her.
146 Fairfax County Schools Energy Star-Certified
New Auditor General also appointed at Sept. 24 meeting
In the last year and a half, Fairfax County Public Schools have been able to reduce the energy consumption in their buildings by 15 percent. That cut down resulted in savings of $4.5 million, according to a release Sept. 25 by the school system.
Fairfax County: West Nile Cases Even with Five-Year Average
There have been just three documented cases of West Nile Virus in Fairfax County so far in 2015, equaling the previous five-year average, according to Fairfax County Health Department public safety information officer John Silcox.
Editorial: Changing Perspective on Death Penalty
Evolving standards will eclipse the death penalty entirely at some point in the future.
It’s sad to see senseless death as a response to senseless death. Alfred R. Prieto is not a sympathetic figure, a serial killer who was on death row in California when DNA connected him to murders and rapes in Reston and Arlington that took place in 1988. He is scheduled for execution this week, at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1.
1st Stage Presents 'Now Comes the Night'
Crackling dialogue, powerful ideas and well-crafted artistry describe “Now Comes the Night” written by award-winning E.M. Lewis now playing at 1st Stage.
Madison Volleyball Developing Leadership
Warhawks winning while senior captains grow into new roles.
Several familiar faces remain from last season’s Madison volleyball team that finished state runner-up, falling in a heartbreaking five-set match against First Colonial.
Oakton: Best Friends Dog Park
Oakton sophomore builds outdoor dog park at Fairfax County Animal Shelter.
Benjamin Yusman has always adopted his “best friends” from animal shelters.
Vienna: Family Fall Fun
From Oktoberfest to the much-anticipated annual halloween parade, Vienna offers a diversity of entertainment.
When the air turns crisp, colorful leaves fall, pumpkins and a halloween parade take over, it’s fall in Vienna.
BrightView Great Falls Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
“When you live in a retirement or assisted living community, every birthday is a reason to celebrate – so why not give three cheers to the place itself!” quipped one resident (who decided to remain nameless) of the BrightView Senior Living community in Great Falls, speaking at the facility’s one year anniversary bash
Vienna: Madison Volleyball Developing Leadership
Warhawks winning while senior captains grow into new roles.
The Madison volleyball team defeated South County on Sept. 24.
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Sept. 25-Oct. 4, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: August, 2015
In August, 2015, 107 homes sold between $1,925,000-$192,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: August, 2015
Fairfax County NAACP hosts 70th Freedom Fund Awards
‘Your Vote, Your Power’
J.E.B. Stuart High School seniors Anna Rowan, Cassie Marcotty, Marley Finley, Abby Conde and Lidia Amanuel were bothered by the Confederate legacy of their school. Inspired by a history class with teacher Keith Bropst on the Massive Resistance anti-segregation policy, the girls set out to change Stuart’s name, mascot and colors.
Fairfax NAACP To Host Rally Seeking ‘Justice for Natasha McKenna’
Fairfax County NCAAP president Shirley Ginwright announced a rally will be held Sept. 27 to demand justice for Natasha McKenna, a 37-year-old woman with mental illness who died in February after she had been held in the Adult Detention Center.
Vienna: Oakton Volleyball Beats Flint Hill
Oakton's Yang finishes with 21 kills, Heier totals 20.
The Oakton volleyball team improved to 13-2 with a win over Flint Hill on Monday.