Stories for May 2017

Stories for May 2017

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Wednesday, May 31

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Police Practices Improve, Citizens Demand More

Board cites progress on Police Practices improvements, but some citizens demand more.

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Debate Can Be Civil, Too

Party platforms and civil discourse highlight forum for Lieutenant Governor candidates.

Monday, May 29

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On Strike

Thursday, May 25

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Urban League Honors Community Leaders

Presents $50,000 in scholarships at its 27th Annual Awards Gala

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Springfield Days Return June 3-4

Springfield Days

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Edison’s Mai Receives Rotary Award

Edison’s Mai Receives Rotary Award

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New Bike Parking Rack at Springfield Plaza

New Bike Parking Rack at Springfield Plaza

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Fairfax Promotes Bike Safety

Bike to Work Day reminds locals to share the road.

Bike to Work in Fairfax

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Shepherd’s Center Fashions Scream Comfort

Fashion show at Sheperd's Center.

Wednesday, May 24

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Fairfax County Launches Innovation Challenge

Challenge brings together several hundred attendees who “might normally not cross paths.”

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Little Free Library Dedicated in Clifton

Ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday at the Clifton Community Meeting Hall.

Monday, May 22

Week in Springfield

Man Arrested After Armed Carjacking

Friday, May 19

Springfield Home Sales: April, 2017

In April, 2017, 162 Springfield homes sold between $795,000-$141,225.

Springfield Home Sales: April, 2017

Thursday, May 18

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Renovations Bring New Opportunities

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Burke Lake Golf Center.

Improvements at Burke Lake Golf Center.

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Filler-Corn Receives Excellence in Education & Workforce Development Award

The Virginia Chamber of Commerce awarded Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41), the Excellence in Education & Workforce Development Award

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Witch Trials Revisited

Lake Braddock High's production of “The Crucible.”

Lake Braddock High's production of “The Crucible.”

Wednesday, May 17

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Safety in the Water

Water Safety Month designed to educate public in advance of summer swimming.

What’s Next in Elections?

Sasnett delivers keynote address at the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area annual meeting.

Monday, May 15

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Volunteers Bridge Age and Culture Gaps in Fairfax County

GrandInvolve gives seniors and children chance to learn from each other.

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Can’t Dampen the Spirit in Lorton

Soggy Relay for Life held at Workhouse Arts Center.

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‘Seeking That Which Unites Us’

Rumi Forum presents three religions’ takes on women in faith and society.

Friday, May 12

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Go Ape Ropes Course Opens at South Run

Go Ape Ropes Course Opens at South Run

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Fairfax Teens to Virginia Assembly: Protect Salamanders

Goal is to name the Shenandoah Salamander as state amphibian for the Commonwealth.

Fairfax Teens to Virginia Assembly: Protect Salamanders

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‘Swim Like Michelle’ Fundraiser Held in Burke

‘Swim Like Michelle’ Fundraiser Held in Burke

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SYC West End Rugby Going to Nationals

Both the Springfield boys’ and girls’ teams will be competing May 18-20.

Rugby in Springfield

Wednesday, May 10

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Home on Cameron Opens in Old Town Alexandria

New store offers assortment of home furnishings.

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Expanding Family, Expanding Home

WINN Design + Build honored for remodeling Arlington home.

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Walk-In Closet Design Ideas

From chandeliers to luxury seating, the options are plentiful.

Commentary: Troubled History of Voter Disenfranchisement

Thursday, May 4

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Band Stand

Good Shepherd Players’ “The Music Man” opens May 5.

Good Shepherd Players’ “The Music Man” opens May 5.

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Men's Grey Haired Basketball League

Burke group for men in their 50s and 60s meets Sundays for camaraderie and exercise.

Grey Haired Basketball League

Wednesday, May 3

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Walking and Aware in Fairfax County

Event urges more communication on sexual violence.

Tuesday, May 2