Stories for March 2018

Stories for March 2018

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Thursday, March 29

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Robinson Secondary School Students Join ‘Awakening’

Michael McCabe, 16, points to the ‘great examples of kids in Parkland.’

Angelika Theater Hosts International Film Festival in Fairfax City

The NOVA Festival will take place over two weeks, from April 1 to April 14.

Tuesday, March 27

Commentary: ‘Channeling Outrage into Activism’

Commentary: Truth about Sports Scholarships

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K9 Teams Hold Workshop, Training

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Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout April 28

Service is free, anonymous and no questions asked.

Friday, March 23

Week in Burke

Improperly Discarded Fireplace Ashes Cause House Fire

Thursday, March 22

Tuesday, March 20

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Manners in the Tech Age

Etiquette classes aim to teach lost art of manners.

Saturday, March 17

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Lake Braddock Secondary Hosts FanQuest

Some 57 special needs students from Robinson, Annandale and Lake Braddock play basketball game.

Friday, March 16

Burke Home Sales: February, 2018

In February, 2018, 34 Burke homes sold between $677,000-$250,000.

Burke Home Sales: February, 2018

Wednesday, March 14

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2018 Fairfax County Student Peace Awards

Students from 23 Fairfax County schools recognized for promoting peace and conflict resolution.

Tuesday, March 13

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How ‘Open Floor Plan’ Can Enhance Classic Home

North Arlington residence open to public 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 24.

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Advocates Praise Fairfax County Sheriff’s End to ICE Contract

Sheriff will no longer hold detainees for extra time.

Monday, March 12

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Highlighting Features that Improve Functionality

Designer must-haves for building a dream kitchen.

The Conversation Begins in Fairfax County: Budgeting Words

Board prioritizes compensation for teachers and county employees.

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‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’

Commission for Women celebrates 2018 honorees at Women’s History Month reception.

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Fairfax County Public Safety Heroes Honored

40th annual event held March 9 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner.

Thursday, March 8

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Lake Braddock Band Wins National Award

Receives Sudler Flag of Honor by the John Philip Sousa Foundation.

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300 Gather in Fairfax City for Moms Demand Action

Senator Tim Kaine attends event on common-sense solutions to gun violence.

Tuesday, March 6

Full Conversation Requires Money on the Table in Fairfax County

Board intends to keep options open by advertising tax increase.

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Budget Brinkmanship in Virginia

Lawmakers poised to leave town without passing budget.

Budget showdowns are rare in Virginia, but not unprecedented. Back in 2004, Gov. Mark Warner clashed with Republicans over a sales tax increase. Then in 2014, Gov. Terry McAuliffe engaged in brinkmanship over expanding Medicaid. Now lawmakers are poised to end the session once again without passing a budget.

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Extracurriculars: Secret Sauce of Success in Fairfax County

Superintendent’s budget eliminates barrier of $50 activity fee.

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Discussing School Shootings and Other Violence with Children

Open dialogue is key to quelling fear, say mental health professionals.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: No Guns in the Classroom

Gun safety is an American value.

Thursday, March 1

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Lost Towns of Fairfax County

Burke Historical Society presents talk on once-vibrant communities that have since faded from view.

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A Day of Fantasy in Burke

Hogwarts packed the Kings Park Library on Saturday.

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Showcasing Musicians in Bethesda

Songwriting competition at Bethesda Blues & Jazz Club on Friday.

Commentary: Richmond Report: Assembly at Halfway Point