Stories for June 2017

Stories for June 2017

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Wednesday, June 28

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Opposition Against Crumb Rubber Grows in Great Falls

Mother: Turf field would tarnish teen’s legacy.

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The Great Falls Farmers Market: The Value of Shopping Local

On the occasion of Independence Day, it is important to honor independent local small businesses.

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Marshall High Student’s Play to Premiere at Capital Fringe Festival

Emma Choi started writing plays on a serious note in the eighth grade.

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Great Falls Teen Wins Golf College Prep Series

Kelly Chinn hopes to play golf in college and one day compete in the PGA tour.

Great Falls Teen Wins Golf College Prep Series

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Great Falls Community Projects Reviewed

Great Falls Citizens Association

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Madison High Mourns the Loss of the Coach

Football coach Lenny Schultz was killed in a traffic accident on the Beltway.

Madison High Mourns the Loss of the Coach

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One-of-a Kind Artistry Comes to 1st Stage

The Logan Festival of Solo Performance, July 6-16.

The Logan Festival of Solo Performance, July 6-16.

Tuesday, June 27

Opinion: Editorial: Killing the Poor to Pay Millionaires

Even employer provided insurance would suffer; coverage caps and exclusions of pre-existing conditions could return.

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Independence Day Celebrations

Coming attractions for July 4 Celebrations

Independence Day Celebrations

Wednesday, June 21

Viewpoints: Langley Graduates Discuss Where They see Themselves in 5 Years

Photos and interviews by Maggie Giordano

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‘Most Patient Man on Television’ Gives Guidance To McLean Graduates

Out of the 480 graduates receiving their diplomas at the commencement, 128 graduated with honors.

McLean High School Graduation

McLean Student Story Featured on Public TV Website

James Fishman on public TV

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Military Appreciation Monday Welcomes a True Hero

Military Appreciation Monday

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Music Lovers Groove Together at ‘Concerts on the Green’

Music on the Green

Opinion: Editorial: Losing One of Our Own

Worst fear of any parent of a teenager: losing a child to violence.

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Finding the Right Mentor

A mentor can brighten a young person’s future.

Friday, June 16

Great Falls Home Sales: May, 2017

In May, 2017, 22 Great Falls homes sold between $2,475,000-$550,000.

Great Falls Home Sales: May, 2017

Wednesday, June 14

Virginia Republicans Play Establishment Card

Close primary campaigns for governor and lieutenant governor send GOP candidates to November ballot.

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Virginia Democrats Play the Long Game

Voters choose candidates who have been planning their campaign for years rather than upstarts newly energized against Trump.

Albo Retirement Prompts Hotly Contested Virginia House Race

Democrat Kathy Tran to face Republican Lolita Mancheno-Smoak.

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McLean Me and My Dad

Father's Day in McLean

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Generation Code Opening in Vienna

Community celebrates the new coding and robotics lab.

Generation Code opens

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Cougars Boys’ Lacrosse Reaches State Semifinals

Oakton lacrosse

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McLean Community Center Welcomes New Board Members

McLean Welcomes New Board Members

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Design Of Route 7 Widening Endorsed By Board of Supervisors

Supervisors Endorse Route 7 Widening Design

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Great Falls Soccer Club Hosts Family Fun Day

The club raises money for Nike Turf Field.

Great Falls Soccer

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Me and My Dad

Gallery of submissions by readers.

Fathers in Great Falls

Tuesday, June 13

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Patio Ready for Summer?

The latest in furniture and accessories for alfresco entertaining.

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Opening the Door to Affordable Housing

Ribbon cutting celebrates the opening of the Residences at Government Center.

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Remodeling a Home in Stages

David Foster helps clients design in phases, and at their own pace.

Opinion: Editorial: Fairfax County Celebrates its 275th Anniversary

Monday, June 12

Friday, June 9

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Soccer Family Fun Day

Benefit the Nike 7 Turf Fund

Great Falls Soccer Day to benefit the Nike 7 Turf Fund

Wednesday, June 7

Three Republicans Running for Virginia Governor Offer Dueling Tax Plans

Cut taxes or raise taxes? GOP primary debate offers an unusual array of options.

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Three Republicans Vie for Virginia Lieutenant Governor Nomination

Two state senators and a delegate hope to snag bid to preside over Senate sessions.

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Three Democrats Vying for Virginia Lieutenant Governor

Two former prosecutors and veteran political operative on ballot.

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Call to Prevent Teen Sex Trafficking

Walk/Run for Freedom raises awareness of teen sex trafficking in Northern Virginia.

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Immigration Panel Hears Residents’ Outcry

People raise their voices regarding immigration rights.

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Riverbend Park BBQ Raises More Than $4K

Riverbend Park BBQ Fundraiser

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Opinion: A Meal Among Neighbors

American Turkish Friendship Association and County dine together for Ramadan.

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Park Authority: Stop Horseplay at Scott’s Run

Scotts Run Enforcement

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Getting Hurt in the Gym

Strategies for preventing and treating workout injuries.

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Vienna Firefighter Receives Senior Firefighter Shield

Vienna Firefighter Receives Senior Firefighter Shield

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‘Ma Rainey’ Comes to Tysons

1st Stage present ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.’

1st Stage present ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.’

Tuesday, June 6

Opinion: Editorial: Vote On or Before June 13 in Fairfax County

In-person absentee voting continues through June 10.

Monday, June 5

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Students Speak Out about Hate in Their Schools

“A Space for All: A Conversation about Ending Prejudice in our Schools” forum held at the Temple Rodef Shalom.

Thursday, June 1

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Relay For Life Held at Cooper Middle