Stories for September 2017

Stories for September 2017

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Wednesday, September 27

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Taking On Great Falls Rapids

Red Bull-sponsored kayaker takes on Great Falls rapids with local kayaking legend.

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Vienna-McLean-Great Falls Entertainment Calendar through Mid October

Vienna-McLean-Great Falls Entertainment

Tuesday, September 26

Opinion: Editorial: Dire and Urgent

Does current repeal effort set the stage for billions in tax cuts for the wealthiest?

Monday, September 25

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The Last DACA Clinic

Applications for renewals must be filed by Oct. 5.

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Oktoberfests and Fall Celebrations Need Oompah

Music of Alte Kumpel captures the season.

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Great Falls Sew-in Attracts Helpers for Harvey Relief

Thursday, September 21

Wednesday, September 20

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Rorschach Politics

Candidates for governor present inkblots on everything from the economy to Confederate statues.

The campaign for governor is a bit like a Rorschach test as the candidates close in on the final stretch toward Election Day. Democrat Ralph Northam and Republican Ed Gillespie are presenting a series of inkblots to voters about everything from the health of the economy to the value of Confederate statues.

Great Falls Home Sales: August, 2017

In August, 2017, 31 Great Falls homes sold between $3,150,000-$630,000.

Great Falls Home Sales: August, 2017

Tuesday, September 19

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WIHS Youth Ambassador Named

Editorial: Voting Every Year, But Always Critical

League of Women Voters provides forums to learn about the candidates.

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Commentary: Taking the Call

Commentary: Playing Fantasy Politics

Monday, September 18

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Infant/Toddler Appreciation Luncheon

34th Annual Infant Toddler Family Day Care Provider Appreciation Celebration honors childcare workers.

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Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Rolls Along

Green Acres Senior Center hosts bocce competition.

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New Year, New Teacher

How to identify effective teachers.

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‘History Secret’ Presented in Great Falls

Pat Wirth discusses the history of the Women’s suffragist movement

Wednesday, September 13

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Candles Honor Neighbors Who Died on 9/11

Annual ceremony held at the Great Falls Freedom Memorial.

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In 86th District: Fighting the System or Ineffective?

Republican Linda Schulz challenges incumbent Del. Jennifer Boysko.

86th district

Tuesday, September 12

Opinion: Rosh Hashanah — Not Just a New Year

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Fill the Boot 2017: One For The Record Books

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Senior Olympics Athletes Gather for Opening Ceremonies

Tennis and indoor track last weekend.

Monday, September 11

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Enlarged and Updated

1970s Fairfax kitchen gets a makeover.

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Designers for DC Design House Revealed

Local tastemakers selected to give home a makeover for charity.

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The Psychology of Color

Using color to set the mood in a space.

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Powwow at Riverbend Park

Virginia Indian Festival held on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Thursday, September 7

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Senior Living Special Focus edition publishing soon

The Connection Newspapers, Alexandria Gazette Packet, Potomac Almanac, Centre View and Mount Vernon Gazette Senior Living Special Focus edition is publishing the week of October 4, 2017.

Wednesday, September 6

Commentary: Disparity, Poverty Hidden by Communities’ Wealth

“How hard would it be for someone to invite me in for a bowl of soup?”

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Healthy and in Season

From juicy apples to hearty cabbage, how to reap the health benefits of fall produce.

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Fairfax County Short-Term Rentals Debated

State Sen. Scott Surovell: County late to regulate short-term rentals.

Week in Great Falls

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Madison High Dance Team Keeps ‘Making a Difference’

Welcoming war veterans, sending aid to Houston, performing at community events.

Madison High Dance Team

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Vienna Resident Launches ‘Hot New Release’

Nan Kilmer Baker to make her first author appearance at Bards Alley in Vienna Friday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m.

Vienna author

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Vienna Oktoberfest Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Vienna Oktoberfest