Stories for November 2022

Stories for November 2022

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Wednesday, November 30

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Down the Toilet. Down the Drain. Then What?

Locals tour the Noman Cole Plant in Lorton.

Sewage

Inova Experiencing Unprecedented Patient Volumes

Patient numbers

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Seeking Gift Support for Military Families in Need; MAM and Elizabeth Dole Foundation join forces for the children.

Military Appreciation Mondays works with Elizabeth Dole Foundation to make Christmas bright.

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Resident Curator Open House Set for Turner Farmhouse

Sat. Dec. 3, 9:30-11 a.m.

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Cookies with Santa: Everyone welcome in Great Falls

Great Falls Grange Foundation rings in the holidays.

Great Falls Grange Foundation rings in the holidays.

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Vienna Police Officers Team Up to Support Santa’s Ride

Vienna Police Officers Team Up to Support Santa’s Ride

Tuesday, November 29

Award for Pathway Homes’ Urban Gardens

gardens

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Injured Ukrainian Soldiers Enjoy a Fishing Adventure

Assistance goes beyond prosthetics

Assistance goes beyond prosthetics

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TJ Space Knocks it Out of the Ballpark- Launches REVERB CubeSat SpaceX-26

Space competition

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Ukrainian Women Experience War

United Nations warns of war impacts to women globally.

War impacts

Wednesday, November 23

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Langley HS Renaissance Feaste 2022: Tickets available

Storied tradition fuses with 21st century composers.

Storied tradition fuses with 21st century composers.

Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting

Police report the shooting is believed to be in self-defense.

Police report the shooting is believed to be in self-defense.

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What Schools Can Do To Fight Climate Change

What Schools Can Do To Fight Climate Change

Roundups

roundups

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German Armed Forces Command in Reston: Assists Thanksgiving Meal Box Donations

German Armed Forces Command in Reston assists.

German Armed Forces Command in Reston assists.

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He Pulled the Suspect from the Burning Vehicle

PFC Joseph Castilon honored as Sully’s Officer of the Quarter.

PFC Joseph Castilon honored as Sully’s Officer of the Quarter.

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NPS Seeks Public Input

Proposed plan to improve south section of George Washington Memorial Parkway and Mount Vernon Trail

Improvements include possible road diet, widening of trails, new crosswalks and changes in intersections.

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ARHA Honors Melvin Miller in Alexandria

Building renamed for renowned housing advocate.

Housing

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Inaugural Turkey Trot in Mount Vernon

Nepenthe Gallery held its inaugural Turkey Trot last Saturday, November 19 at 8 a.m.

Turkey Trot

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Subaru “Shares the Love” with Senior Services of Alexandria

Subaru

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‘Soar Like an Eagle’

Tuskegee Airmen author inspires students at Ferdinand Day.

Ferdinand day book

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Honoring the Historic Gum Springs Community in Mount Vernon

Gum Springs

Casinos Coming to Bristol, Portsmouth, Danville, Norfolk

Casinos coming

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Cappies Review: ’She Kills Monsters’ at Mount Vernon High School

Cappies

Tuesday, November 22

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Torpedo Factory Artists Take Their Works On the Road in Alexandria

Show at Mark Center is one of many planned for other parts of Alexandria.

Art Show

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Local Jazz Artist Wows Crowds

Worldwide and at Laporta’s on Duke Street

Jazz singer

Monday, November 21

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Local Conductor Prepares Singers for a Festive Performance

Encore Creativity’s Northern Virginia holiday concerts coming up.

Encore perfo

Thursday, November 17

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Public Safety: A Community Conversation in Mount Vernon

Police conversation

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The ‘One Man Morale Machine’

U.S. Army Museum exhibit on Bob Hope.

Bob Hope

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Candlelight Tour Highlights George Washington’s Christmas in Mount Vernon

The setting is Christmas time in 1772.

Mount Vernon tour

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The Dixie Pig Aura Lives On

A booth from the old restaurant has found a home in Winchester.

Dixie Pig

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Batten Down the Hatches for the Top Boat Names in 2022

Boat US Releases the top boat names to shiver me timbers

Boat Names

Wednesday, November 16

An Exceptional Community Hospital

Hospital

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New Dog License Contract Catches Some By Surprise

Fairfax County to pay for contracted processing so department can focus on ‘higher revenue generating tasks.’

Dog Fees

Threat to Fairfax County Water

Prince William County approves massive data complex

Water Supply

News Briefs

News Briefs

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Olem Re-elected Mayor: Shake up in town council

Shake-up in town council, meet first term councilmembers.

Shake-up in town council, meet first term councilmembers.

Tuesday, November 15

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Virginia Puppy Stores Face Regulation, Inspection

Public invited to comment on new requirements.

Puppy regulation

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America Recycles Day, Reminder that Recycling Is Forever

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Be Part of 2022 Children’s and Teens’ Connection

Be Part of 2022 Children’s and Teens’ Connection

Wednesday, November 9

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Dogs and Cats Keep Them Busy at the Mount Vernon Animal Hospital

Pets are an important part of the family.

Vet business

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Roadside Marketing Efforts Rampant on Richmond Highway

Some say it is unsightly.

Roadside signs

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New Way to Reach I-66 East from Braddock/Walney

New Way to Reach I-66 East from Braddock/Walney

The Closet’s Annual Everything Christmas Sale

The Closet’s Annual Everything Christmas Sale

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Rotary Club of Great Falls Windfall Giving: $1,000 X 2 in Gift Cards to Cornerstones

Support for Embry Rucker Shelter & Cards for Kids

Support for Embry Rucker Shelter & Cards for Kids

Shepherd’s Center Seeking Volunteer Drivers

Shepherd’s Center Seeking Volunteer Drivers

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Great Falls, Early Election Day at 2022 Midterm

Great Falls, Early Election Day at 2022 Midterm

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Precinct 310, Kirby in McLean; Early Election Day 2022 Midterm

Voters make quick time at Precinct 310 Kirby in McLean.

Voters make quick time at Precinct 310 Kirby in McLean.

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History Commission Recognizes Kingstowne Documentary

Mike Salmon and Ean Eschenburg recognized with the Mayo-Stuntz Documentary Award

Local Documentary Awarded

Impact Award for Susan Sanow

Volunteer

Wednesday, November 2

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Bats Should Be Better Loved in Mount Vernon

Bats

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Native American

Actively Aging in the Mount Vernon District

Seniors

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Huntley Meadows Haunted by Car Burglaries

Increased lighting and police patrols are on the suggestion list.

Car Burglaries

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76th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade

Floats, entertainment, and small-town charm fill the night

Floats, entertainment, and small-town charm fill the night

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Tree-Planting Memorial for Robin Rentsch- Environmental activist would have smiled

Longtime resident and environmental activist remembered.

Longtime resident and environmental activist remembered.

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Holiday Shows ‘Light’ Up the Season

NOVA Parks Offers Three Popular Light Festivals

Festival of Lights

Tuesday, November 1

WMATA Sets Start Date for Silver Line

Silver Line

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Unwrap the magic of Christmas at Gaylord National Resort

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Christmas at Gaylord National Resort is magical. Situated on the banks of the Potomac River...