Not more than seven miles, as the crow flies, from the site of the Inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama that will take place next Tuesday, the City of Falls Church, as with the entire region, is preparing to be rocked by one of the biggest and happiest parties the nation […]
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A Penny for Your Thoughts: News from Greater Falls Church
As the scouts say, “Always be ready”! This simple phrase can apply to the many aspects of life. Life is unpredictable, and so are emergencies.
Area Sports Roundup: Statesmen Swim to Success Despite Loss
Marshall High School Swimming & Diving Despite Loss to Lanlgey, Statesmen Swimmers Show Potential The Marshall High School varsity swim and dive team lost a hard-fought dual meet at Langley High School last Friday, 448-181.
School News & Notes
TJHSST Named Top High School in U.S. Four Fairfax County high schools have been named to the list of top 100 high schools in the United States by U.S. News and World Report.
Mustangs Wrestle at NOVA Classic Finals
The George Mason High School Wrestling team made a statement to the local wrestling establishment this weekend as it put two of its members into the finals of the annual Northern Virginia Classic Wrestling Tournament, held at Fairfax High School.
Statesmen Swim & Win
George C. Marshall High School’s Swim and Dive team swam against Madison High on Friday, Dec. 5 at the Oak Marr Rec Center. First place finishes were made by junior Daniel Bui and senior Leah Noordhuizen in the 100 Breast.
A Home Fit for a Mayor
City of Falls Church Mayor Robin Gardner happily let the News-Press cameras invade her family’s home on Ellison Street. The Gardeners’ cats Junior and Toby were not as trusting, though they warmed up to the idea in the end.
Area Sports Roundup: Vienna Steelers Finish Undefeated; T.J. XC Places 3rd, 7th at States
Vienna Steelers Finish Season Undefeated, 9-0 The Vienna Steelers finished their football season by beating the Chantilly Eagles 27-0 to win the 2008 Fairfax County Championship Game for the Ankelbiter Division on Saturday, Nov. 8th.
George Mason XC Girls Take Home 1st-Ever State Title
A magical season concluded was topped with a fairytale ending last Saturday afternoon for the George Mason High School Girls Cross Country team as it captured its first-ever state title at Great Meadows.
News from the Coffin Corner: Delegate Hull’s Richmond Report
Positive Power As an elected official, it is always a pleasure to be able to honor one of your constituents for their outstanding accomplishments.
