This past weekend, in an effort to avert my eyes from continuously climbing numbers at the gas pump my eyes came to rest upon a series of NASCAR stickers affixed to a 1977 Ford Mustang fueling up in front of me. Trying not to think about the $60 bill I […]
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F.C.-Kiwanis Little League Report
A Muckdogs 10 — Raptors 3: Nathan Sperry started the May 19 game off with a strong double, then with two outs and bases loaded, Miles Jackson came through with an RBI. A later rally by the Raptors was ended when Muckdogs’ pitcher Christian Farrace and catcher Lucian Walston […]
Restaurant Spotlight: Dogwood Tavern
When The Band sings, “Oh, to be home again, down in Old Virginny,” they could easily be singing about the newly opened Dogwood Tavern. With just one visit, one certainly feels at home. The restaurant is located on West Broad Street and promises to soon become a comfortable neighborhood […]
Picking Splinters: In Slow-to-Change NBA, Top Draft Picks Offer Little Help
As I watched the San Antonio Spurs eliminate the upstart New Orleans Hornets this past week, I got to thinking … I really don’t like the NBA.
Mason’s Madagascar Mafia
On an island nation near Africa’s southeast coast, three boys shared a passion and a dream — playing soccer and coming to America. At George Mason High School, they have realized both.
F.C.-Kiwanis Little League Report
A Raptors 14 — Mudcats 11: The Raptors had a close call against the Mudcats on May 14 but emerged with the 14-11 win after a dramatic triple play ended a Mudcats’ rally in the fifth inning. Having already scored one run in the inning and with the bases […]
Press Pass: Local H
Near the end of an interview that ranges from contemplative to combative, Local H frontman Scott Lucas shares one of his main motivations behind continuing his acclaimed career in music — a fierce desire to show that he and no one else controls his own destiny and shove it […]
Restaurant Spotlight: Tastee 29 Diner
If you’re looking for an old-fashioned diner that still retains its historical authenticity without selling out and becoming a chain like a certain metallic-named hit, then look no further than Tastee 29 Diner.
Northern Virginia Art Beat
Art-omatic May 9 through June 15. Gallery located at 1200 First St. NE, D.C., on the corner of First and M Streets NE. The nearest Metro is the New York Ave. stop on the Red Line. The Metro is strongly recommended for opening night. Hours: Wed. – Thurs.: 5 – […]
No Conclusions Drawn in First Mason-Clarke Girls Soccer 3-3 Tie
After all the intensity, after all the build-up, after all the anticipation from last year surrounding this year’s grudge match between Clarke County and the George Mason High School’s girls varsity soccer team, it ended in a tie.
