Area Roundups for Burke, Fairfax, Lorton and Springfield
The inaugural Turkey Trot for Parkinson’s is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 26 at Burke Lake Park. Events including a five-kilometer run/walk and one-mile “Gobble Wobble” walk are set to begin at 9 a.m.
250 Brave Cold in 23rd Burke CROP Hunger Walk
Jennifer Weiner’s wristband read 11,188 steps. That’s how many it took the Springfield resident to complete the 3.7-mile Burke CROP Hunger Walk on Nov. 22. Weiner is Rabbi Educator for Congregation Adat Reyim, which sent more than a dozen volunteers to the fundraiser for the 14th straight year.
Burke, Springfield: Drug awareness meeting at Lake Braddock highlights rise in youth heroin use
Youth Heroin Use Described As ‘a big problem’
Heroin use is here in Fairfax. “It’s definitely here,” said 19-year veteran officer employed by both the Fairfax County Police Department and Drug Enforcement Administration as a Task Officer who spoke at a drug awareness meeting sponsored by the Lake Braddock Secondary School Parent Teacher Student Association.
Springfield: Special Bible Exhibit at First Church of Christ, Scientist
How did the King James Version of the Bible come to be? In a one-day exhibition celebrating International Bible Day on Nov. 23, Springfield resident and historian Bruce Slawter showcased several ancient Bible pages and explained some of the book’s origin story.
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.
Fairfax Station: Temple B’Nai Shalom recognizes veterans with special Shabbat dinner and service
Lt. Col. Jacob Kramer was concerned after finding a Star of David in a moving box. The Springfield resident was previously stationed in Morocco by the U.S. Army.
Springfield: Sangster Elementary School honors veterans with annual musical program
Springfield resident Tim Swicord’s parents met at West Point, the United States Military Academy, and then both served in the U.S. Army.
Springfield: Veterans Receive Donated Vehicles
When Alexandria resident Dani Figueroa left the U.S. Marine Corps after being injured during a tour in Afghanistan, she said, “I knew I was different, I had changed.”
Saluting Veterans at Greenspring
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, more than 200 residents and family members attended a Veterans Day program at Greenspring retirement community.
Alexandria Teenager Awarded Scholarship for Sonar Research.
Local student receives national science honor.
When Michael You was 3 years old, he would flip through the pages of science picture books. He was particularly drawn to those with illustrations or photographs of ocean animals.
Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Partners with Virginia Energy Sense
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce partnered with Virginia Energy Sense (VES) in an effort to help reduce electricity consumption in the Greater Springfield area and across Northern Virginia.
Fairfax Man Battles Rare Disease
Lacrosse tournament in Springfield brings attention to Goodpasture Syndrome and kidney diseases.
Proceeds raised by the tournament will go towards the American Kidney Fund. But Lane and her husband, who have children playing in the tournament, are happy that the event is raising awareness for kidney diseases.
RunFit Kidz Promotes ‘Healthy, Active Lifestyle’
Celebration 5K race on Nov. 22 at Burke Lake Park.
Backyard track at Sangster Elementary School was still filled with energy after school despite the chilly weather.
Football Roundups
Six of the top eight seeds advanced to the 6A North region football quarterfinals, while No. 4 Madison and No. 8 West Springfield had their seasons come to an end.
Lake Braddock Wins Girls’, Boys’ XC State Titles
The Lake Braddock girls’ and boys’ cross country teams won state championships on Nov.13 at Great Meadow.