Stories for April 2018

Stories for April 2018

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Wednesday, April 25

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Camps & Schools: Affording Summer Camp

For families with a limited budget, paying for camp can be a challenge.

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Running From Estate to City

Runners pace themselves at GW Parkway Classic Ten Miler.

Tuesday, April 24

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Honoring the Past; Focused on the Future

FACETS celebrates 30th annual “Opening Doors” Benefit Breakfast.

Commentary: Supporting Health of all Virginians

Proposed Fairfax County Budget Hit All the Right Notes

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Thelma’s Now Louise in Great Falls

Second assisted-living facility sought in Colvin Run neighborhood, before past wounds fully heal.

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Great Falls Library

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Quest Projects on Display at Cooper Middle School

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Great Falls Farmers Market Opens for Summer Season

Monday, April 23

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Comstock Challengers Count on ‘Blue Wave’

The six Democrats vying to unseat Barbara Comstock face off at Colvin Run Elementary.

Wednesday, April 18

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Teaching Lessons in Money Management

April is Financial Literacy Month.

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Two Sides to Two and a Half Cents in Fairfax County

Supervisors to vote on proposed budget, possible real estate tax increase on May 1.

Tuesday, April 17

Volunteers Needed

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Great Falls Author Reflects on Peacekeeping Experience

Mix of literary fiction, murder mystery, and political thriller.

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Bluebell Festival at Riverbend Park

Visitors enjoy wildflower walks during peak season for native Virginia Bluebells.

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Appealing Musical ‘Fly By Night’ in Tysons

Area premiere at 1st Stage.

Week in Great Falls

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Cirque du Soleil’s Dazzling ‘Luzia’ at Tysons II

Performances to June 17, 2018 under the Big Top.

Monday, April 16

‘Natural Shocks’ at 1st Stage in Tysons

Special reading of award-winning Lauren Gunderson’s “Natural Shocks” as part of national effort to raise awareness of gun violence.

Great Falls Home Sales: March, 2018

In March, 2018, 18 Great Falls homes sold between $1,815,000-$520,000.

Great Falls Home Sales: March, 2018

Wednesday, April 11

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‘Evita’ at Langley High’s Saxon Stage

Performances begin on Thursday, April 19 through Saturday, April 21 and continue on Thursday, April 26 through Saturday, April 28, at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 10

Opinion: Editorial: Expansion of Health Care in Virginia?

After years of hoping, it’s possible Medicaid expansion will come on April 11; say a prayer.

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Spring in Bloom

Preparing and planning a colorful warm-weather garden.

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Using Computers in Arlington to Help Stop Human Trafficking

Hackathon to focus on collaborative solutions.

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Puppets, Petting Zoo, Music, Food Trucks in Chantilly

Springfest comes to Sully Historic Site

Confusion, Anger, Agenda Difficulties in Fairfax County

Public safety committee meeting focuses on ICE, without ICE at the table.

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Playing Golf, Helping Great Falls Schools

Great Falls Friends & Neighbors supports local elementary schools.

Week in Great Falls

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Real Estate: First Quarter Market ‘Softer’ Than in 2017

The second quarter 2018 is poised for strong activity in McLean, Great Falls market.

Wednesday, April 4

Too Late for a Flu Shot?

Flu season may continue longer than usual this year.

Tuesday, April 3

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Canines Trained for Rope Operations

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Major Renovation Begins at Culpepper Garden of Arlington

Apartments to gain senior-needed amenities.

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Sunrise Chefs in Head-to-Head Competition

Event demonstrates healthy from-scratch cooking with seasonal ingredients.

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One-Level Master Suite Enables Aging-in-Place

Solution addresses long-term needs arising from spouse's stroke.

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Never Too Early to Prepare for Senior Olympics

New this year: canasta, croquet and beach ball wallyball.

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‘Collect for Kids’ Seeks Help

Donations and help from organizations is requested.

Monday, April 2

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Silent Auction to Benefit Great Falls Schools

Celebrate Great Falls Foundation taking donations; auction to run May 1–14.

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Bald Eagles Rediscover Potomac

Bald eagles are a sign of ecosystem improvement.

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Great Falls Student Earns National Gold Medal

Daniel Zeballos to receive a National Gold Medal in the 2018 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

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Fundraiser Held in Great Falls for SafeSpot