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Md. Man Charged In Fairfax Denny's Robbery
Feb 22,2012 at 5:16 PM EST

FAIRFAX, Va. (WUSA) -- Fairfax County police have charged a Chevy Chase, Md. man for a New Year's Day robbery at a Denny's Restaurant.

Colin Thomas Bowie was charged with robbery, abduction, use of a firearm in commission of a felony and impersonating a police officer....more

According to Fairfax City Police, Takoma Park Police arrested Bowie on Feb. 17, charging him as a fugitive from justice from Virginia. He is being held in Montgomery County, Md.

In the Denny's robbery, authorities say a man entered the restaurant at 10473 Fairfax Boulevard at approximately 6:30 a.m. claiming to be a police officer. Then, the man took out a handgun and ordered the manager into the office to get money from the safe. The manager handed the man the money and the man fled out the back door.

No one was injured in the incident.
Fairfax, Chevy Chase

Metro Silver Line Survey to Get Your Take On Station Names
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Feb 22,2012 at 7:27 AM EST
Metro and Fairfax County want your help picking names for some of its new stations.

2 Residents Displaced After Baileys Crossroads Fire
Feb 21,2012 at 9:52 AM EST

BAILEYS CROSSROADS, Va. (WUSA) -- Fairfax County Fire authorities say Red Cross is helping two residents who have been displaced because of an apartment fire this past weekend.

A fire broke out on Saturday at approximately 7:50 p.m. at their three-story apartment building in the 3400...more block of Carlin Springs Road.

Firefighters reported light smoke coming from the front of a second floor apartment and battled the fire in a bedroom closet in the second floor apartment. Firefighters brought the fire under control in approximately 40 minutes.

Fire officials say there was  moderate damage to that apartment but surrounding apartments only received minor water and smoke damage. Damage is estimated at $75,000, according to officials.

Residents were warned about the fire by fire alarms. There were no injuries.

The fire is under investigation.
Fairfax

PVI's Perfect: Panthers Complete Undefeated WCAC Season
Feb 20,2012 at 12:10 PM EST

HYATTSVILLE, Md. (WUSA) -- Like a swiftly planned bank robbery, the Paul VI Panthers snuck in and out of DeMatha High School Sunday afternoon, stealing the spotlight on senior day from celebrated Stag players James Robinson and Jerami
Grant. More importantly, a 58-55 win was collected by...more the now historic Paul VI
team.

The Panthers' close win -- their fifth straight victory by seven points or less -- concludes a perfect 18-0 record in the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference (WCAC), which regularly hosts Division I coaches. Rick Pitino (Lousville) and Rick Barnes (Texas) were just two of the nearly dozen on hand to witness the Panthers' latest triumph.

"A lot of people said the first game was a fluke and that it couldn't be done again," said senior Patrick Holloway, who finished with 11 points. "We knew we already had the number one seed, but for us we wanted to prove we could beat DeMatha again."  

Sunday was a true testament to the reason
Fairfax

Tips for Choosing Heart-Healthy Snacks
Feb 19,2012 at 10:21 PM EST

February is known as Heart Month in American, and for good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in America. Each day, across the country, roughly 2,200 people that die from the disease. It’s also the...more leading cause of disability across the country, preventing people from working and living their lives as they would like to. With this in mind, it’s a good time to pay attention even to the little things that can either help or hurt the heart.
“Snacks may seem like trivial things, overall,” explains Jolly Backer, the chief executive officer of Fresh Healthy Vending (www.freshvending.com). “But if you think about it in terms of a year, you will end up eating around 400 to 750 snacks per year, if you have one or two per day. That really adds up and can make a big difference in your heart health.”
Snacks, for most people, are a reality of life. Not many people will go day in and day out
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Pearson Leads George Mason Past Lamar 75-71
Feb 18,2012 at 7:35 PM EST
Ryan Pearson scored 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and George Mason held off Lamar in a 75-71 victory on Saturday.

NCAA Game Summary - Lamar at George Mason
Feb 18,2012 at 7:12 PM EST
Fairfax, VA (Sports Network) - Ryan Pearson recorded a double-double with 17
points and 10 boards as the George ...

5 Financial Tips for Single Parents
Feb 16,2012 at 10:56 AM EST

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are nearly 12 million single parents in America. This nation’s almost 10 million single mothers and nearly 2 million single fathers face financial challenges and decisions that most dual-parent families don’t have to consider, or that may not impact...more them on such a large scale. After all, single parents, often have no other person or income source that they can fall back on, which can create challenges. Single parents should have a plan in place for these possible issues. .
“Single parents can benefit from a wide variety of financial tips and professional advice,” explains Samantha Fraelich, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Vice-President of Bernard R. Wolfe & Associates, Inc., a company specializing in offering wealth management strategies. “Whether it is tax breaks they qualify for or ways to save for childcare, there are things they can do to help make their financial situation more stable and comfortable.”
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Fairfax, Leesburg, Reston, Vienna, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville

Police Say Witness Changed Story About Officer-Involved Shooting
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Feb 14,2012 at 10:05 PM EST
Police say a witness has changed his story about what he saw when a police officer shot and killed a 54-year-old Culpeper woman.

3-pointer at End Lifts George Mason Over VCU 62-61
Feb 14,2012 at 11:59 PM EST
Sherrod Wright hit a long 3-pointer at the buzzer Tuesday night, giving George Mason a 62-61 win over Virginia Commonwealth in a first-place battle worthy of the two Final Four schools from the Colonial Athletic Association.

2012 Chocolate Lovers Valentine Features Fairfax Theater
Feb 14,2012 at 3:19 PM EST

The following information was sent to us by Chris Fow Cohen:
 The annual Chocolate Lovers Festival valentine this year features Fairfax Theater, drawn by Fairfax artist Jackie Liedl. Each valentine includes a coupon for five $1 pogs for use at the Taste of Chocolate, which takes place...more March 3-4 in Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive.
Valentines are available now from:   City Hall, 10455 Armstrong Street, Room 316 (City Manager's Office; 703-385-7855); open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, excluding holidays   Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street (703-385-8414); open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding major holidays
 The limited edition valentines cost $5 through March 2. If supplies last, valentines will be sold for $7 during the festival at the Taste of Chocolate in Old Town Hall.For information about the 2012 Chocolate Lovers Festival, visit the Chocolate Lovers Festival website at www.chocolatefestival.net or call 703-385-1661.
Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, McLean, Vienna

Va. Couple To Challenge Same Sex Marriage Ban
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Feb 14,2012 at 6:26 AM EST
A Va. couple will request a marriage license Tuesday from Fairfax County even though the Va. Constitution bans same sex marriage.

HERO CENTRAL: Alzheimer's Family Day Center
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Feb 13,2012 at 8:37 PM EST

Each day, caretakers bring their loved ones to the Alzheimer's Family Day Center for entertainment and social activities. Today, jazz musicians, Aellyn and Charles, provided a delightful afternoon of music and dancing.

Myles Neistadt, brings his mother to the center. He has witnessed...more the positive change in his mother, a retired physician. Neidstadt says, "She was in my home living with me but was alone during the day when I was out working. I really felt in the circumstances she needed to be in a safe and supportive environment."

Dr. Jean Sullivan is a respected physician. Her disease caused her to retire but she still exhibits a warm personality and welcomes a stranger.

The center provides a wide variety of stimulation and activities, and a homelike atmosphere. "Individuals with dementia can come here for a full range of activities, an opportunity to socialize with others, to get medical attention, to have their meals here and to get their
Fairfax

Police: Employee Stops Man From Stealing Car; Man Came Back In Different Clothes
Feb 13,2012 at 12:25 PM EST

FAIRFAX, Va. (WUSA) -- Fairfax police say a Fairfax Auto Gallery employee reportedly stopped a man from stealing a vehicle but then the man came back in different clothing.

According to police, on Feb. 11 around 1:41 p.m., the man had gotten the keys to the vehicle and tried to take...more it but the employee jumped in front of it. The man fled with the keys and then returned at approximately 3:56 p.m., wearing different clothing.

By this time, the employee had already reported the incident to police. When the man learned police had been called he fled.

Eighteen year old Hodifa Aboulh Tunalli was later found in the area and taken into custody after an investigation, say police.

Tunalli was transported to the Adult Detention Center and charged with grand larceny. His bond was set at $3000.

The dealership has been the site of a few stolen vehicle reports. Earlier this month, an employee at the same dealership had reported that someone had
Fairfax

Tree Falls On House And Pins Woman Down
Feb 12,2012 at 1:14 PM EST
The woman was taken to INOVA Fairfax with non-life threatening injuries.