Stories for November 2019

Stories for November 2019

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Tuesday, November 26

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Ready to Turkey Trot

Seniors among those joining turkey trots on Thanksgiving

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Promises of a Blue Virginia: ‘A House for all Virginians’

Democrats continue to focus on education, transportation and economic equality issues.

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Monday, November 25

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Gifts With a Touch of History in Great Falls

Holiday shopping is handled at Colvin Run Mill General Store.

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Friends of Great Falls Library Hosts Book Sale

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Wednesday, November 20

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First National Suffragist Memorial Breaks Ground

Site in Lorton to mark women’s struggle for right to vote.

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Opinion: Editorial: Give Locally

For tens of thousands of families in our area, uncertainty and need are distant from the celebrations and plenty that so many of us associate with this holiday period.

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Opinion: Editorial: Jump into the Children’s (and Teens’) Connection

Please send all submissions no later than Monday, Dec. 9, 2019. Earlier is better!

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Cooking with Children this Thanksgiving

Holiday meal prep can help create life-long memories.

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Tuesday, November 19

Opinion: Commentary: 2020 Virginia Legislature to Consider Many Reforms

Will sweeping change come to Virginia in 2020?

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‘Romeo & Juliet’ at Langley High

Langley’s modern twist on a classical masterpiece.

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Volunteering ‘Makes You Feel So Good’ in the McLean Area

Share of McLean celebrates 50 years of community service.

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Langley High and JMU Orchestras Share the Spotlight

Side by Side concert presented at Langley auditorium.

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Monday, November 18

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Krop’s Crops in Great Falls Gears Up for Holiday Season

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Wednesday, November 13

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Horses Heal and Teach Life Skills

Equestrian program touches everyone involved.

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Setting a Thanksgiving Table

Local designers share ideas for creating a festive tablescape.

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Monday, November 11

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Great Falls Teenager Gets One Step Closer to NASCAR Dreams

Nascar names Daniel Silvestri ‘Virginia Rookie of the Year.’

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13th Annual Exceptional Schools Fair 2019

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13th Annual Fair | Sunday, November 17th, 11 am – 2 pm | FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC | Katzen Arts Center – American University @ Ward Circle – Massachusetts & Nebraska Ave. NW | Showcasing the many wonderful school choices available to families of children with diverse learning needs. Find out about individualized programs that will help your child thrive both academically and socially.

Wednesday, November 6

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Republican Requiem

Democrats take General Assembly, sweep Fairfax School Board; Republicans hold Springfield.

It wasn’t all that long ago that Northern Virginia had its own breed of Republicanism. People like U.S. Rep. Tom Davis (R-11), U.S. Sen. John Warner and Del. Dave Albo (R-42). Now, after a series of stunning defeats since the election of Donald Trump to the White House, Northern Virginia Republicans are a dying breed, with moderates bowing out or being voted out.

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Wellbeing: Diffusing Holiday Drama

Sanity-saving strategies to get us through the not-so-silent holiday nights.

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Tuesday, November 5

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Hope and Hospitality in a Positive Environment in Falls Church

Ribbon-cutting for the new Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing.

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Sister-Brother Team Spreads Awareness of Human Trafficking

Local teen nominated for the International Children’s Peace Prize this year.

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JMU and Langley High School Make Music Together

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Great Falls Residents Cast Ballots

More than 300 vote at Great Falls Library before 9 a.m.

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Friday, November 1

Opinion: Commentary: Guns Play a Major Role in Domestic Abuse

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