Stories for May 2019

Opinion: Editorial: Help the Class of 2019 Celebrate Graduation Safely

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Opinion: Column: The Weak That Was

All's well that ends well.

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Let the Jury Decide in Fairfax County

Incumbent Morrogh and Challenger Descano make their cases for county’s top law enforcement post.

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Five Vie for Providence District Seat

No shortage of candidates in Providence District Supervisor’s race.

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Hall of Mirrors

A WWII spy gets deserved attention: A book about a covert operative is the first for overt Craig Gralley.

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Strictly Painting to Open in McLean

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Opinion: Column: The Weak After

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Skincare after 55

Adjusting the regimen for senior skin as one ages.

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Gala Raises $695,000

Oakton-based Northern Virginia Family Service holds 2019 Road to Independence Gala.

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Assistance League of Northern Virginia: Fundraising to Support Low-Income Children

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Voters Should Consider Housing Affordability in BOS Chairman Race

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Opinion: Editorial: Vote June 11, It’s Fairfax County’s Election Day

Most local races in Fairfax County are likely to be decided in June, don’t wait for November.

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Crime Report: McLean

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Week in McLean

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Langley High Sophomore Receives STEM Excellence Award

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McLean Day Celebrated

About 10,000 people attend 104th annual community get-together.

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Obituary: A Death in the Share Family

Elizabeth ‘Betsy’ McAlpine dies.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Serving a Need Swept Under Rugs

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McLean Home Sales: April, 2019

In April, 2019, 121 homes sold between $3,850,040-$175,000 in the McLean and Falls Church area.

McLean Home Sales: April, 2019

Obituary: Peter Kimm, 89, Leader in Affordable Housing in Developing World

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Opinion: Column: The Weak Of

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Wish Lists for Northern Virginia Transportation

Spring transportation meeting brings out wish lists, examines smart scale rating system.

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New Support Organization for People with Hearing Loss to Launch May 18

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Some Workers Hurt by Shutdown Were Not Paid

Connolly, Beyer, Wexton hold field hearing on government shutdown’s impact on federal contractors.

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Race for Fairfax County’s Top Spot Heats Up

‘Vote like your life depends on it.’

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Meet the Candidates for Fairfax County Board Chairman

Four to contend in June 11 Democratic Primary to seek to replace retiring Sharon Bulova.

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Swimming Lessons: Choosing a School and Instructor

There are several things that parents can do if their child is truly afraid of the water.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Unacceptable Status Quo

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Opinion: Editorial: Changing Political Landscape

Don’t miss vote June 11 or before to have a say in the biggest political change in years.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Appalled by Vetoes

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Life in Black and White in Tysons

“The Member of the Wedding” at Tysons 1st Stage.

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McLean AAUW Turns 50

19 past branch presidents attend; Supervisor Foust gives Proclamation honoring club.

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Crime Report: McLean

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Celebrity Chefs Cook for a Cause in McLean

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Opinion: Commentary: When Cooking Can Kill

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Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts to Brighten a Home

Local designers offer thoughtful gift ideas.

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Opinion: Column: The Weak Before

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Designs to Welcome Spring

Textiles and florals usher in a new season

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Vaccines Protect You, Your Family, and Your Community

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Appeal Against Littering

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Transportation Alternatives During Metro Shutdown

Free parking at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington Metro stations to join a slug line, catch a Fairfax Connector bus, or catch a WMATA express shuttle.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Lessons to Learn?

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Opinion: Editorial: Celebrating Mother’s Day with Photos

Send in photos now or right after you take new Mother’s Day photos; and more reasons to contact the Connection.

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Baron Road Walkway in McLean Completed

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Clemyjontri Park: Where Kids Have Fun

State-of-the-art playground is the perfect place to bring small children.

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Crime Report: McLean

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Answer Is in Our Hearts

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Open Letter to the McLean Residents Opposing Newport Academy

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘Baselessly Lectured’ in McLean

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Treatment Center on Davidson Road: Letters Pro & Con

Community Character and Well-being at Stake

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Crime Report: McLean

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Three People Arrested at Tysons Corner Center

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Children See History Through Hip-Hop Lenses in McLean

‘All the Way Live!’ comes to Alden Theatre.

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Dr. Lawrence Singer, McLean Youth Soccer Coach, Dies at 50

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Waiting for Leadership from Elected Officials

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Community Questions Davidson Road Project

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Opinion: Column: Black or Blue: Lessons Learned from How Virginia Democrats Handled the Ralph Northam Debacle

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Opinion: Column: As Luck Has Had It

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Schar Cancer Institute Opens to Patients May 13

Institute becomes a landmark for health care and research in Fairfax County.

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Free Cinco de Mayo Lyft Rides Offered to Prevent Drunk Driving

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Born to Run

Training for races should include more than running.

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Rise in Religion-based Hate Across Virginia

Violent acts follow growth of white supremacy movements.

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Wellbeing: A Lethal Form of Abuse

Demystifying Munchausen’s Syndrome by Proxy.

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Hope in Bloom: FACETS Annual Benefit Breakfast Shares Hope and Progress

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Stories for May 2019

Wednesday, May 29

All's well that ends well.

Incumbent Morrogh and Challenger Descano make their cases for county’s top law enforcement post.

Tuesday, May 28

No shortage of candidates in Providence District Supervisor’s race.

A WWII spy gets deserved attention: A book about a covert operative is the first for overt Craig Gralley.

Wednesday, May 22

Adjusting the regimen for senior skin as one ages.

Oakton-based Northern Virginia Family Service holds 2019 Road to Independence Gala.

Tuesday, May 21

Most local races in Fairfax County are likely to be decided in June, don’t wait for November.

About 10,000 people attend 104th annual community get-together.

Elizabeth ‘Betsy’ McAlpine dies.

Friday, May 17

In April, 2019, 121 homes sold between $3,850,040-$175,000 in the McLean and Falls Church area.

Thursday, May 16

Wednesday, May 15

Spring transportation meeting brings out wish lists, examines smart scale rating system.

Connolly, Beyer, Wexton hold field hearing on government shutdown’s impact on federal contractors.

‘Vote like your life depends on it.’

Four to contend in June 11 Democratic Primary to seek to replace retiring Sharon Bulova.

There are several things that parents can do if their child is truly afraid of the water.

Don’t miss vote June 11 or before to have a say in the biggest political change in years.

“The Member of the Wedding” at Tysons 1st Stage.

Tuesday, May 14

19 past branch presidents attend; Supervisor Foust gives Proclamation honoring club.

Friday, May 10

Local designers offer thoughtful gift ideas.

Wednesday, May 8

Textiles and florals usher in a new season

Tuesday, May 7

Free parking at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington Metro stations to join a slug line, catch a Fairfax Connector bus, or catch a WMATA express shuttle.

Send in photos now or right after you take new Mother’s Day photos; and more reasons to contact the Connection.

State-of-the-art playground is the perfect place to bring small children.

Community Character and Well-being at Stake

Friday, May 3

Thursday, May 2

‘All the Way Live!’ comes to Alden Theatre.

Wednesday, May 1

Institute becomes a landmark for health care and research in Fairfax County.

Training for races should include more than running.

Violent acts follow growth of white supremacy movements.

Demystifying Munchausen’s Syndrome by Proxy.