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People at Work: A Day of Cleaning Teeth
A Day of Cleaning Teeth — and bringing down blood pressure.
"Open wide." Sidney Siewert offers her patient sunglasses because the light is bright and “so that the minty grit doesn't get in her eyeballs.” Siewert is a dental hygienist for Dr. Daniel Cassidy on Duke Street. She begins with a periodontal exam. "I'm checking her gums. We do this every couple of years so we can keep track of patterns." Cassidy stops by for a short chat. "How are her gums?" So far, so good. Siewert proceeds to the scaling of Tiny Colby's teeth that she says takes most of the hour appointment. "This is to clean the tartar from the teeth," Siewert said.
Helping the Earth and Having Fun
Visitors flock to Vienna’s sixth annual Green Expo.
The Vienna Community Center recently hosted the sixth annual Green Expo, in which some three dozen, earth-friendly exhibitors showed those attending how to achieve a green lifestyle. There were spiffy cars that use alternative fuel, plus people providing information about everything from water conservation to ways to protect the environment, how to recycle and even opportunities to go on eco-adventures.
Lake Braddock Baseball Looking for Missing Pieces
Bruins graduated five Division I players from last season.
The Lake Braddock baseball team reached the state semifinals in 2013 and won a state title in 2012.
Aldersgate Church Community Theater to Present ‘A Little Princess’
Play about girl who perseveres with kindness and courage through a dark situation.
Bishop Ireton To Open ‘Curtains’
With a cast of 30, show is parody of 1950s “whodunit” theater mystery.
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Mount Vernon Bike Trail Turns 47
Trail evolves as a recreational and gathering spot along the Potomac River.
Mount Vernon Trail Turns 47
New Spikes, Same Worries in Montgomery County
At least 912 people have died from Covid in County; more than 33,400 cases have been reported.
Covid Cases in Montgomery reached a new high on Nov. 19. 2020.
‘A Much-Needed Project’ to Relieve Traffic in Centreville
Plans for Route 28 widening are moving along.
Eventually, the pandemic will subside, and rush-hour traffic – with all its headaches and frustration – will resume on Route 28 in Centreville.
Are Hospitals in Northern Virginia Ready?
Projections show a critical lack of hospital beds and ICU beds.
Northern Virginia’s health care system could be overwhelmed by an influx of patients infected with the novel coronavirus, according to an assessment from the Harvard Global Health Institute. The projections show hospitals in Fairfax, Arlington and Alexandria could quickly fill their available beds with patients, forcing administrators to either expand capacity or make the kind of life-and-death decisions about care that Italy has been forced into by the crisis.
Runnymede Park, The Hidden Gem of Herndon
NatureFest 2017 showcases the park's assets and combines learning and fun.
Family, Friends Mourn Lightburn's Death
Family, Friends Mourn Lightburn's Death
Budgeting Focuses on Taxes
Town manager compiles numders for FY 2005-06 budget.
Budgeting Focuses on Taxes
Frye to Conclude Third School Board Tenure
Frye to Conclude Third School Board Tenure
Bringing a 'Brain Blast' To Life
Sisters create a nationwide treasure hunt to raise scholarship money for U.S. troops’ dependents.
Bringing a 'Brain Blast' To Life
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Bringing a 'Brain Blast' To Life
Sisters create a nationwide treasure hunt to raise scholarship money for U.S. troops’ dependents.
Bringing a 'Brain Blast' To Life
A Island Where Racial Equality Bloomed
For 40 years, Reston plays role in Virginia's struggle with race relations.
A Island Where Racial Equality Bloomed
Centreville/Chantilly: State of the Station
A look at local crime, traffic and community engagement.
Basically, the Sully District is a safe place to live, and the men and women of the Sully District Police Station are doing everything they can to keep it that way. That was the overall message presented by Capt. Bob Blakley, the station commander, and others during the annual State of the Station report to the community.