Stories for August 2018

Stories for August 2018

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Friday, August 31

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Burke Centre Festival is Sept. 8-9

Attractions include 150 booth exhibitors, 80 arts and crafters, and five live bands.

Wednesday, August 29

Stop The Bleed

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Doors Open at West Springfield on First Day of School

Some trailers are gone but construction continues.

First day at West Springfield High School

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Springfield’s Bridge Walk is One of a Kind

Community event sports pageantry, patriotism.

Springfield’s Bridge Walk is One of a Kind

Tuesday, August 28

Teen Sex Trafficking Hits Close to Home

How vulnerable teens are targeted.

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Braddock Basics for Newcomers

Opinion: Commentary: America Needs Unions

Monday, August 27

Viewpoints: What is the best part about living in Burke and Springfield?

Interviews conducted at Pohick Regional Library in Burke.

Thursday, August 23

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Shop with The Sheriff Adventure

Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office partners with children living in area family shelters for back-to-school shopping.

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Run, Throw or Dive and Use Your Brain in NVSO

Northern Virginia Senior Olympics returns Sept. 15.

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Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement in Fairfax County

Office of the Independent Police Auditor, Civilian Review Panel now reviewing cases.

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Voting in Fairfax County

Wednesday, August 22

Commentary: Celebrating Women’s Equality

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Chrome and Comradery Follow the Local HOG Chapter

Kids love the Harley Davidsons at Pohick Library.

Motorcycle show at Library.

Thursday, August 16

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Vandals Hit the Marshall Cemetery in Burke

Remains of Burke residents lie in the historic cemetery that is now marred with spray paint.

Burke cemetery hit by vandals.

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Playing on a Home Turf

Clifton musician headlines the Park Entertainment Series at Burke

Clifton musician plays at Burke Lake

Wednesday, August 15

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Lunches That Make the Grade

Ideas for packing healthy foods that children won’t want to trade.

Nonprofits Initiate 5k Home Run for the Homeless

Combined effort to raise funds.

$182 Million Sought for Public Safety in Fairfax County

Voters to decide bond referendum to fund improvements to fire stations, criminal justice academy, and courthouse.

Opinion: Editorial: Freedom of the Press, Friend of Democracy

Under attack, abroad and now at home.

Tuesday, August 14

Friday, August 10

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Brewfest Held at Workhouse Arts Center

Event features 35 craft distilleries and artisan breweries; draws 2,000 visitors.

Thursday, August 9

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Burke Neighborhoods Join National Night Out

Burke Cove and Woodwalk Condos hold joint community celebration.

Commentary: Back to School Safety Tips

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Youth-led Protest at NRA Draws Hundreds

Expertise plus traction equals movement for change.

Wednesday, August 8

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Preparing for New School Year

Home organizing saves space and time.

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Legalizing Short-Term Rentals in Fairfax County

New regulations will permit homeowners to rent out homes up to 60 days a year.

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Reptiles from Near and Far Star in the Pohick Library Event

Snakes, lizards and turtles dominated the afternoon.

Reptile show at library in Springfield

Tuesday, August 7

Opinion: Editorial: An Open Letter to Readers and More

Buy an ad in our annual Newcomers and Community Guide, please.

Friday, August 3

Blood Donations Needed

Wednesday, August 1

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Required Vaccinations for School

Local clinics offer free immunizations.

Fewer Lanes and More Slowdowns on George Washington Memorial Parkway

New traffic pattern for bridge construction until fall

Police Briefs

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White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway

Price tag for renovations is over $17 million.

White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway

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Talking and Knitting Go Far at The Yarn Barn

Problems solved, pizzas eaten and socks made in Burke shop.

Yarn Barn in Burke