Joining Together To Save Animals
There are dozens of animal welfare organizations across the country working to secure "forever homes" for dogs and cats of all ages. And while there's a general camaraderie amongst them, stemming from their common cause, what's a little friendly competition among peers? For the past few years, the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has sponsored a nationwide contest to challenge shelters to see how many more animals they could adopt between June and August beyond the total the year before.
Making Sure Children Don't Go Hungry
Our Daily Bread provides meals for children during summer break.
For most children, summer means the end of homework and tests, and the beginning of cookouts and carefree summer vacations.
Final Touches at Greensboro Station
The platform level canopy at the Greensboro Station is the perfect place to shoot construction looking west along Route 7.
Arts Council of Fairfax County Receives $50,000 Our Town Grant
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced 59 Our Town grant awards totaling $4.725 million and reaching 34 states in the Our Town program's third year of funding. The Arts Council of Fairfax County is one of 59 grantees and will receive $50,000 for Imagine Art Here, a public art community engagement project in Tysons.
Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation Honors Barbara d’Andrade
Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation knows many hands play a role in the success of its charitable outreach and financial education efforts—including those of Barbara d’Andrade, its former executive director who has remained an active foundation volunteer since retiring in 2007.
Children’s Science Center Launches ‘Operation: Ladybug’
The Children’s Science Center is sponsoring a family-friendly summer project, Operation: Ladybug. The Operation is a collaborative effort between Cornell University’s “Lost Ladybug Project” and the Children’s Science Center to gather data for entomologists to identify species of ladybugs nationwide.
Ramadan in Oakton
The American Turkish Friendship Association celebrates breaking of the daily fast.
In celebration of Ramadan, The American Turkish Friendship Association held its Ramadan Tent and Turkish cultural exhibitions July 17-19 at the Unity of Fairfax Church in Oakton.
Sharing Expertise on Child Development
Kristen Paral of Vienna helps parents master techniques that foster the growth of well-adjusted, confident children.
While feathering your nest may turn your house into a home, occasionally, de-feathering and shifting direction may transform your happy nest into a happy and serene haven for your family.
Metro Silver Line Delayed
MWAA announces at least an eight-week delay in passenger service.
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority announced an approximately eight-week delay in the completion of Phase One of the Silver Line.
Vienna Teen Attends Student Leaders Program
Akila Prayaga, rising senior of Langley High, interns with YMCA of Metropolitan Washington.
Akila Prayaga, of Vienna, rising senior of Langley High School, was one of five Greater Washington students recently selected to participate in the Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s 2013 Student Leaders program.
Lost Dog: Helping Save Lives, One Pet at a Time
Area residents explain their dedication to the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation.
Behind every adoption successfully completed by the Arlington-based Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, there's a volunteer with a happy heart.
Local Real Estate: May 2013 Top Sales in Oakton, Vienna, Reston, Oak Hill and Herndon
In May 2013, 140 homes sold between $1,600,000-$197,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area. 148 Reston homes sold between $1,655,000-$110,733 and 148 homes sold between $1,330,000-$150,000 in the Herndon
Local Real Estate: May 2013 Top Sales in Oakton, Vienna, Reston, Oak Hill and Herndon
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: June, 2013
In June 2013, 160 homes sold between $1,960,000-$199,900 in the Vienna and Oakton area.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: June, 2013
Q and A: Oakton Graduate Downer will Play Football at Albany
Downer helped the Oakton football team win the 2012 Northern Region championship.