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On March 5, 2012, Fred Chambers, then a seasoned detective with the Fairfax County Police Department, stepped into the offices of Childhelp Children’s Center of Virginia, off Waples Mill Road in Fairfax. A mother had filed a police report that her daughter, “Kate,” then 12, and a seventh gra…
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As Leslie Morgan Steiner crossed the threshold of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia in Alexandria, surrendering her phone to a court security officer, she braced herself for the worst. For years, Morgan Steiner, an author, has been helping women advocate for their …
Sports
Over the past two seasons, the James Madison Warhawks have been the standard of excellence for boys’ lacrosse in Virginia, with back-to-back state championships under their belts. This year, the competition has gotten fiercer, with new teams topping the charts, including Robinson, Hayfield, …
Newly-tenured Head Coach Jim Mensah has taken over the Girl’s Soccer program at James Madison High School after Devon Dowell stepped away, and it’s still paying off. Mensah mentioned this season isn’t anything new. The Lady Warhawks are (7-1) overall this year.
The Lady Bulldogs defeated Yorktown 3-1 on April 4 and found themselves atop the district competition at (5-0-1) overall ahead of the season’s second leg. Senior Gabriella Terrell scored three straight goals after being down 0-1 in the first quarter. Head Coach Daryl Jones said they took the…
DIY & Homes
As the holidays approach, you might be hosting guests, shopping for gifts and decorating your home. While all these activities can bring a lot of joy into the season, they can also bring an increase in risks. Prepare by following these six tips to prevent damage.
The holiday season is one of the best times of the year! Between cooking, cleaning and keeping guests entertained, it can also be pretty demanding on your time and energy.
Parties, family gatherings, time with friends and the occasional surprise guest - the holidays are full of fun get-togethers and reasons to celebrate. While there’s much to look forward to, cleaning your home might be a less joyous holiday activity.
Health & Food
A lot can happen to a woman’s body between the ages of 40 and 50. This time is generally known as peri-menopause and it can last up to 10 years and women can suffer from over 30 varied symptoms. If you’re dealing with issues like insomnia, belly fat, increased blood sugar levels, higher chol…
About a quarter of Americans—85 million—are bracing for seasonal allergies, and the results can be exhausting and debilitating: constant sneezing, hacking coughs, watery, itchy eyes, and interrupted sleep.
After just four years with the cutting-edge technology, Inova Schar Cancer Institute celebrated 1,000 patients treated in their Inova Mather Proton Therapy Center. Dr. Ashish Chawla, department chair of Radiation Oncology at Inova Schar, said it is one of the most highly specialized types o…
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An unexpected event such as a seasonal storm can wreak havoc on your business. While you may not be able to manage Mother Nature, you can take steps to protect your business against the impact of a natural disaster.
StarKist, the Pennsylvania-based tuna company, will soon move their headquarters to Fairfax County.
Parenting & Family
The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is what is known as the “100 deadliest days” for young drivers on the road, according to Morgan Dean at AAA Mid-Atlantic.
Grab your sunscreen, favorite snacks, and the kids for family fun in the parks this summer! Every Saturday and Wednesday morning, Arts in the Parks will be hosting several performances perfect for the whole family. Not only will they be entertained with live performances, but they’ll also co…
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Obituaries
With great sorrow, we announce that Rachel Helen Ziemba of Fairfax, VA, born on July 8, 1971 in Falmouth, MA to Richard and Mary Ziemba died on March 27, 2024 after a long courageous fight with breast cancer.
Robert Buckley “Bucky” Boies, age 33, of Bigfork, Montana, tragically passed into the arms of God on March 10, 2024. He was born October 8, 1990, in Williamsburg, Virginia to David Boies (III) and Robin Lou Boies (Weiss).
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Constance Laurent-Roy, lovingly known as Connie, on December 7, 2023. Born on April 26, 1934, Connie's vivacious spirit touched many lives in her 89 years. Her family would like to extend an invitation for a memorial service to be held on Apr…
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