Stories for August 2017

Stories for August 2017

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Wednesday, August 30

Commentary: #CallTextLive — A Hashtag to Remember

Opinion: Editorial: Helping After Harvey

Give locally in Texas; give money not stuff.

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Northam Outlines Educational Priorities

Fairfax Education Association provides the forum for candidate Northam’s vision for public education in Virginia.

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Time for School

Making the transition from summer to the classroom.

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Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Celebrates 35th Year

Participants can compete in 70 different events.

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September Is Suicide Prevention Month

Area agencies, organizations and citizens engage to raise awareness and prevent deaths.

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Learning to Face Opioid Overdose Crisis

Chris Atwood Foundation hosts training on opioid overdose reversal.

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Arlington Entertainment Calendar through Sept. 30

Arlington Entertainment Calendar through Sept. 30

Tuesday, August 29

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Moderate Republican Challenges Democratic Whip

First-time candidate challenges key figure in House Democratic caucus leadership.

Until this year, three-term Del. Alfonso Lopez (D-49) has never had a Republican opponent.

‘The Devil’s Colony’ Completes Triology

Author unveils unruly nature of Arlington and mankind.

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Party with the Police in Arlington

First responders and community come together at block party.

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In Their Shoes in Arlington

Activists rally outside county offices in support for immigrant protections.

Thursday, August 24

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Build Your Business with the Power of Trend: Masonite reveals the latest trends through whole home solutions

Build Your Business with the Power of Trend Masonite reveals the latest trends through whole home solutions by leveraging the home’s greatest visual impact. Come learn how to use trend to grow your business.

Wednesday, August 23

How to Vote in Arlington

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NOVA Hosts Eclipse Viewing Party

A “huge scientific phenomenon.”

Editorial Opinion: Expand Medicaid Now

It’s too late to get back the $10 billion Virginia turned down, but not too late to gain coverage for 400,000 and boost the economy.

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Russian Grand Ballet’s Swan Lake - first time in Alexandria for one night only!

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Russian Grand Ballet’s Swan Lake - first time in Alexandria for one night only! October 5, 7:30pm – Rachel M.Schlesinger Concert Hall

2017 Newcomers & Community Guide

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2017 Newcomers & Community Guide

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Area Interstates Have Toll Lane Options

Latest addition, 395 Express Lanes, are scheduled to be opened in 2019.

Area Interstates Have Toll Lane Options

Tuesday, August 22

Whatever Your Taste, You Can Find It in Arlington

Ethnic choices around every corner.

Step Back into History in Arlington

Join Arlington Historical Society.

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Gravelly Point Perspective

What’s Ahead for Arlington

Two County Board members outline upcoming political issues.

Law Enforcement in Arlington

The difference between Arlington’s Police Department and Sheriff’s Office

Commentary: Arlington United Against Racism and Bigotry

A statement from the Arlington County Board:

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All’s Fair At Arlington County Fair

Food and fun.

“Flourishing After 55” in Arlington

“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs for Aug. 28-Sept. 2.

What’s in a Name in Arlington?

School Board considers renaming Arlington schools.

Monday, August 21

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Arlington’s Signature Stages ‘A Little Night Music’

Presenting Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece set in 1900s Sweden.

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Parks 2017: Arlington

Potomac Overlook Regional Park: A park for all seasons

Friday, August 18

Arlington Home Sales: July, 2017

In July, 2017, 305 Arlington homes sold between $2,470,000-$9,000.

Arlington Home Sales: July, 2017

Wednesday, August 16

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Alexandria Entertainment Calendar Through Sept. 9

Alexandria Entertainment Calendar Through Sept. 9

Tuesday, August 15

Opinion: On Events in Charlottesville

What some representatives had to say about hate, bigotry and the deaths and damage that resulted.

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Roosevelt Island Remade

Sweeping changes scheduled for Roosevelt Island.

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395 Express Lanes Project into Arlington Kicks Off

Governor praises latest transportation project.

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A Big Splash

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Aikido of Arlington

Developing a sense of calm balance.

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Trolley Pub

“Flourishing After 55”

“Flourishing After 55”

Monday, August 14

NOVA Selects New Dean of Nursing

Marsha Atkins Ph.D., has taken the helm.

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Solar Eclipse 2017

Local experts offer instruction in safe viewing.

Wednesday, August 9

Opinion: An Open Letter to Readers and More

Buy an ad in our annual Newcomers and Community Guide.

Operation FirePaws Supports AWLA

Operation FirePaws Supports AWLA

"Flourishing After 55”

"Flourishing After 55”

Tuesday, August 8

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Redrawing School Lines in Arlington

Arlington middle and elementary schools to undergo redistricting in the fall.

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Teens Tackle Poverty Close To Home

Catholic Diocese of Arlington sends 820 teen volunteers.

Monday, August 7

Opera in the Afternoon in Arlington

Performance reaches out to seniors.

Wednesday, August 2

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Arlington Entertainment Calendar through August 13

Arlington Entertainment Calendar through August 13

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Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

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Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

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Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

Dominion Awards Grant to Earth Force

Federal Officials Discuss Net Neutrality’s Future

Federal Officials Discuss Net Neutrality’s Future

“Flourishing After 55”

“Flourishing After 55”

Tuesday, August 1

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Taking Back the Streets in Arlington

Arlington County works to reclaim Route 237.

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Out or Up in Arlington

Lubber Run design deferred.

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APAH Breaks Ground on Gilliam Place in Arlington

173 new affordable homes advance a faith-filled vision.