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Remodelers, Suppliers Join Forces to Help Clifton Woman

Sun Design Remodeling and partners donate services to upgrade deck and wheelchair ramp for local woman with spina bifida.

A coalition of local remodelers and home improvement suppliers are set to repair the deck and wheelchair ramp surrounding the home of Dixie Dawson, a long term Clifton resident with spina bifida.

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White Oaks Hosts “Bring Your Veteran to Breakfast”

On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Delegate Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41) spoke to students, parents and veterans at White Oaks Elementary for their sixth annual “Bring Your Veteran to Breakfast” event.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunity.

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Arts Awards Presented

Public-private partnerships, innovation, and collaboration emerge as strong themes during 2015 Arts Awards ceremony.

On Friday, Oct. 30, the Arts Council of Fairfax County presented its fourth annual Arts Awards to a full house.

Obituary: Alex J. Johnson

On Oct. 19, 2015, Col. Alex J. Johnson, U.S. Army, passed away at the age of 82 in Winter Garden, Fla. from complications of Alzheimer’s.

Letter: Springfield Senior Center Petition Moves Forward

To the Editor

On Election Day, Nov. 3, 2015, the petition for permanent facility(ies) by the Burke/West Springfield Senior Center (BWSSCWoW) received strong support with 4,226 votes or 18.7 percent of total votes cast by Springfield District voters.

Burke Hunger Walk to Help in Disaster Relief

The Burke Area CROP Hunger Walk will be held on Sunday, Nov. 22.

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Delegate Filler-Corn Addresses Student Leadership Conference

Last Wednesday, Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41) served as the keynote speaker at the Jobs for Virginia Graduates' Student Leadership Conference in Richmond. She currently serves as chair of the organization.

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Burke, Fairfax: Del. Eileen Filler-Corn, Natalie Beck Serve as Co-Grand Marshals of the Buddy Walk

The Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia (DSANV) held its annual Buddy Walk at George Mason University last Saturday, featuring Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41) and Natalie Beck as its co-Grand Marshals, both residents of Virginia’s 41st House District.

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Burke History Day: Exploring History and Legend in Depth

Exhibits and presentations introduced a wide range of historical facts about Burke, Fairfax County.

“I think when most people move here, it’s kind of a bedroom community so nobody realizes there is history.”

Letter: Fairfax Should Promote Burke Centre as its Amtrak Green Rail Gateway

To the Editor

Fairfax County should promote Burke Centre as its Amtrak Green Rail Gateway.

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Decoding Dyslexia Virginia to Host First 5K Run for Dyslexia

Shannon Duncan of the Falls Church area isn’t a big runner herself, but when she sees a 5K road race, it always catches her eye

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Down to Earth

Robinson students chat live with interstellar alumnus.

Robinson Secondary School principal Matthew Eline knew the event would be special when he received a package from NASA.

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Learning About Burke History

Burke Historical Society discusses jazz scene, marks Burke History Day on Oct. 10.

How many people know that Burke is named after the 19th-century farmer, merchant and local politician, Silas Burke?

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Burke: Bruin Marching Band Shines at Oakton Classic

Featuring Latin repertoire, the band members gave an energetic performance at the 30th Oakton Classic competition.

The football field was filled with different kind of vividness: colorful costumes, beautiful sound of instruments, lively performance and cheers and a round of applause from the audience. Oakton Classic is the annual invitational marching band competition run by the band boosters of Oakton High School.