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Calendar, Page 8 Connolly To Congress U.S. Rep.-elect (D-11) thanks News, Page 3 supporters while surrounded by family mem- bers for his win over Republican Keith Fimian.

Photo by Robbie Hammer/The Connection Photo www.connectionnewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.comNovember 6-12, 2008 Volume XXII, Number 45 Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Springfield Connection Editor Michael O’Connell News 703-917-6440 or [email protected] Obama, Connolly, Warner Win Connolly win leads to special election for chairman’s seat.

By Julia O’Donoghue The Connection

airfax County Board of Su- pervisors chairman Gerry FConnolly (D) won the battle to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Tom Davis (R) in Virginia’s 11th con- gressional district handily Nov. 4. U.S. Rep.-elect Connolly was ebullient along with /The Connection Gerry Connolly Senator-elect Mark Warner at a Demo- (D-11) thanks cratic celebration at supporters “Gerry will the McLean Hilton while sur- on Tuesday night. rounded by Connolly de- be a Robbie Hammer family members feated political for his win over champion newcomer and Republican Oakton business- Keith Fimian. for Fairfax man Keith Fimian by Photo in an election County in where voters Fairfax County chairman. They said his ap- man has been a fixture in local government, cratic threat to the seat in years. heavily favored proach to local government would trans- serving as head of the Board of Supervisors President elect won the Congress.” Democrats. He late nicely to Congress. for the past five years and the Providence 11th Congressional District with 55.46 of — Supervisor Jeff earned 52.98 per- “Gerry will be a champion for Fairfax District supervisor for the previous eight. the vote and approximately a 12-point lead McKay cent of the vote to County in Congress. He brings the Fairfax The county chairman’s win also might over opponent John McCain. U.S. Sen.-elect (D-Lee) Fimian’s 44.66 per- County perspective that Tom Davis origi- also point to a more permanent shift in the Mark Warner earned 64.3 percent of the cent, carrying the nally brought with him when he was first region’s political leanings. ballots and posted a 30-point lead in same district with an 8.5 elected,” said Supervisor Jeff McKay (D- Davis has represented Virginia’s modern district. percentage-point lead overall. Lee). 11th District for all but two of its 16-year Connolly posted his strongest numbers in Connolly’s supporters, particularly Connolly’s ascent to congress will be a existence. Yet Republicans were unable to See Connolly, Page 15 his colleagues, praised his work as major change for Fairfax County. The chair- fend off Connolly, the most serious Demo- For Virginia GOP, a Night To Forget Republicans suffer major losses at the state Virginia. That optimism evaporated as the night wore on, with Sen. Barack Obama (D- and national level in 2008 elections. Ill.) winning all four of the battleground states Hyland listed. By Derek B. Johnson coming into the election, many expressed Former Gov. Mark Warner (D) cruised to The Connection an “anything-can-happen” mentality when a 64 percent-34 percent win against former the bulk of the results began broadcasting Gov. Jim Gilmore (R) and 8th District Con-

t Westwood Country Club in on televisions and projection screens. gressional candidate Mark Elmore gave a Photo by AVienna, where county Repub- “I feel excited and positive,” said Puneet short concession speech when early results licans had their Nov. 4 election Ahluwalia when asked about McCain’s called the race for his opponent, incumbent

party, the night was an exercise in frus- chances. “He poured his heart out.” Jim Moran (D). Louise Krafft tration. Jim Hyland, chairperson for the Fairfax “You can tell your kids that Mark Elmore Spirits were initially high around 8 County Republican Committee, projected gave 110 percent,” said Elmore before p.m. as party officials, candidates for optimism at the beginning of the night, lay- thanking his staff, friends and family. statewide office and the party’s rank ing out the electoral path McCain needed By 9 p.m., the networks had called Ohio

and file continued to stream into the to take to the . and Pennsylvania for Obama, and the /The Connection grand ballroom of the club. Though “Spirits are up because we still believe party’s chances looked sobering. U.S. Rep. their presidential candidate Sen. John McCain can win Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vir- Frank Wolf’s (R-10) sizable 60 percent-37 McCain (R-Ariz.) found himself be- ginia and Florida,” said Hyland. percent win over Democratic opponent Judy hind in almost every national poll Whoops and hollers broke out when Fox Feder was one of the only pieces of good News called South news for Republicans to reach the ballroom Carolina for McCain all night. A tighter than expected race be- at 8 p.m., followed tween business man Keith Fimian (R) and Oakton businessman Keith Fimian “The Republican Party in Virginia by reports of an early Board of Supervisors Chairman Gerry (R) lost to Board of Supervisors 56 percent-43 per- Connolly (D) in the 11th Congressional Dis Chair Gerry Connolly (D) in the needs to find a message.” cent lead for the Re- 11th District Congressional race. — Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) publican senator in See Republicans, Page 15 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 ❖ 3 Week in Springfield News Lighter Than Expected Northern Virginia voters head to the polls amid record registration.

Photo by Police Photo By Derek B. Johnson The Connection

or Clifton resident Uzair Siddiqui, it was Derek B. Johnson the economy, for Burke resident Karen This surveillance photo shows the suspect that FSaunders it was terrorism and for Spring- police say robbed a Springfield bank on Tuesday. field resident Betty Jenkins it was integ- rity. Every voter in Fairfax County had a top issue in mind when they reached their polling location Tues-

Springfield Bank Robbed. day Nov. 4 for the 2008 elections. /The Connection Fairfax County Police are looking for information regarding “There’s a lot of enthusiasm, though there’s no way a bank robbery that took place Tuesday, Nov. 4 at the BB&T of judging for whom,” said Springfield resident Bank located at 7000 Bland St. in Springfield. According to a Fletch Fletcher, who set up a table for the GOP out- Fairfax County Police release, at approximately 2:26 p.m., an side the Hunter’s Crossing polling station in unidentified man approached a teller and demanded money. Greenspring on Spring Village Road. After the teller handed the cash over, the suspect fled without Fear in the lead up to the election concerning over- incident. No weapon was shown to the teller, nor did the sus- crowded polls due to record voter registration Springfield resident Sim Taylor works the pect indicate he was armed. throughout the state were seemingly alleviated when polls at Greenspring retirement commu- The release goes on to describe the suspect as a white man voters and poll workers reported shorter than ex- nity Tuesday, Nov. 4 during the 2008 in his 40s, approximately 5 feet 6 inches and weighing ap- pected lines. election. proximately 150 pounds. He was clean shaven and wore brown “It’s slowed-down for now, but it will probably pick paign is like nothing I’ve ever seen before,” said wire-rim glasses and a black baseball hat. He was wearing a up after lunch,” said Greenspring resident Sim Tay- Bulova. “The number of young voters participating gray hoodie and dark blue pants. Anyone with additional in- lor, who has been a poll worker since Richard Nixon in the process is unique.” formation is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1- was relected in 1972. Cathy Connolly, wife of Gerry Connolly, visited 866-411-8477 or e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org. “We’ve seen huge crowds but everything has kept Greenspring in the morning to greet voters as well. moving,” said Michael Duerksen, chief election of- “It’s a very exciting day. We’re feeling really, really Crime Report ficer for Lake Braddock polling station. “A lot of us good about the day across the board,” she said. are veterans in this precinct. Cathy Connolly said the in- Activities reported by the Purse stolen from business. Franconia District of the Fairfax 5400 block of Hopark Drive. Light but constant rain was a creased voter turnout reflected County Police Department through Cellular phone stolen from factor for most of the day. Accord- people’s desire for change. school. Oct. 31. 5900 block of Kingstowne ing to the Virginia State Board of “We were prepared “What it really signals is a very Towne Center. Groceries Elections, preliminary vote totals exciting time for the country. ROBBERY/ARREST stolen from business. show nearly 3.5 million Virginians for a nightmare and People in Fairfax County believe 4600 block of Logsdon Drive. 5700 block of Backlick Road. Airbags stolen from vehicle. voted in this presidential election, we really didn’t get in good government,” said Cathy Three men robbed another man 7100 block of Rock Ridge up from approximately 3.2 million Connolly. “We’re used to govern- on Sunday, Oct. 26. The victim, Lane. Wallet and bucket stolen in 2004. If those numbers hold, it ment working for us and its time a 36-year-old Springfield man, from vehicle. that.” was walking in the 5700 block 7300 block of Spring Summit would represent a smaller than ex- we got used to that on a national of Backlick Road and saw a Road. License plates stolen pected increase after 5 million — Monica Horan level.” small group of men standing from vehicle. people registered to vote this year, nearby. As he walked past, 6200 block of William Edgar three men allegedly knocked Drive. Purse stolen from a state record. MANY VOTERS based their decision on the per- him to the ground, assaulted vehicle. By noon Tuesday, the Clifton Elementary School ceived strengths of both candidates: national secu- him and took an undisclosed 3300 block of Wilton Crest polling station reported that 2,100 of 4,386 eligible rity for McCain and the economy for Obama. amount of cash. An Court. Tires stolen from investigation led police to a vehicle. votes in their precinct had been cast. “We live in tenuous times and I feel with John residence nearby where all of “[The numbers] are high, but I would not say they McCain we are safer,” said Saunders, who voted for the suspects were located. They were arrested and transported VEHICLE THEFTS were unusually high,” said Monica Horan, chief elec- McCain. to the Fairfax County Adult 6400 block of Edsall Road. tion officer for the precinct. “We were prepared for “I would put the economy at the top, and then the Detention Center. Julio Cesar Nissan Sentra. a nightmare and we rally didn’t get that.” general direction of [the country] after that,” said Rodas, 22, of Acadia St. in 5500 block of Governors Pond Voters also reported light lines, though many cred- Siddiqui, who voted for Obama. Stafford; German Mayorga, 29, Circle. 1993 Honda Civic. and Jose Hernandez, 40, both of 7400 block of Wounded Knee ited a good sense of timing more than any other However, traditional platform issues like abortion unknown addresses, were Road. 2004 Acura RSX. factors. still managed to sway some voters regardless of their charged with robbery. The “I was surprised. Maybe the big rush for people at feelings about the candidates. victim did not require medical Activities reported by the West attention. Springfield District of the Fairfax work has already happened,” said Saunders, who “I’m voting for the person who stands for life. I County police department through cast her vote around 11 a.m.. don’t believe in murdering babies,” said Jenkins, who LARCENIES Oct. 31. “They’re shorter than I’ve ever seen here. I have voted for McCain. 7500 block of Axton St. License to believe that people are spreading out their day,” Jim Dillard, former Republican Delegate from the plates stolen from vehicle. FORGING BANK NOTES/ said Burke resident Eileen Billinson. 41st District was outside the Lake Braddock Second- 5100 block of Backlick Road. OBTAIN MONEY BY FALSE Fireproof box stolen from “I thought there was going to be hours of wait- ary School polling precinct, trying to catch people residence. PRETENSES/ ARREST ing,” said Clifton resident Tracy Lattanze. coming out of the polls to educate them about smart 4600 block of Conwell Drive. 5200 Port Royal Road. Police Supervisor (D-Braddock) spent her growth. This election he has switched sides to sup- Airbags stolen from vehicle. responded to the Safeway 5600 block of Industrial grocery store, located at 5204 morning moving from one polling station to the next, port the Democrat Obama, recording a robocall on Drive. Laptop computer stolen Port Royal Road, for a report of greeting voters and stumping for 11th District Con- behalf of the campaign and hanging Obama flyers from business. two people attempting to cash gressional candidate Gerry Connolly (D). She said on doors the day before the election. He said that if 4700 block of Irvin Square. fraudulent checks on Tuesday, Purse stolen from vehicle. she was impressed with the Obama campaign coor- Obama won Virginia he would likely do it by follow- 6500 block of Grange Lane. See , Page 5 dination in the lead up to the campaign. ing the strategies that Virginia Democrats have used “I think the organization from the Obama cam- in recent years. 4 ❖ Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Crime

From Page 4 transported to the Fairfax County stolen from business. Adult Detention Center and charged 10400 block of Premier Court. Oct. 28 around 4:15 p.m. They fled the with forging bank notes. Williams- Purse and wallet stolen from vehicle. store before completing the Winestock was also charged with 8300 block of The Midway. Political transaction and left in a vehicle obtaining money by false pretenses. sign stolen from residence. waiting outside. Officers located the A store employee recognized her 5300 block of Windsor Hills Drive. suspects entering onto Interstate 495 from a previous check fraud case and Driver’s seat stolen from vehicle. and stopped them. Marcus Herbert, she was served warrants for two 37 and Lloyd Ford, 42, both of counts of forging bank notes. Washington, D.C., were arrested at VEHICLE THEFTS the scene. Shelita Clark, 33, Cheryl 5400 block of Donnelly Court. Williams-Winestock, 49, both of LARCENIES 2006 Volkswagen Passat. Oxon Hill, Md., and Samuel 8100 block of Colony Point Road. 5900 block of Ridge Ford Drive. Kennedy, 35, of Washington, D.C., Bicycle stolen from business. 2000 Chrysler Sirius. were additional occupants inside the 6200 block of Falcon Landing 8500 block of Springfield Oaks car and were also taken into custody. Court. Pistol and GPS unit stolen Drive. 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Herbert, Ford, Clark, Williams- from vehicle. 8700 block of Wadebrook Terrace. Winestock and Kennedy were 4300 block of Markham St. Purse 2004 Acura RSX.

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Sixth grader Rebecca Yoon studies her Senteo voting device during the Hunt Valley Election 2008.

Kirkpatrick said children were relying on outside sources to make up their mind. “I think they’re echoing their parents, what they hear at home, what they hear in Hunt Valley Elementary School participated in a mock electoral election on Thursday, Oct. 30. School tech the media,” said Kirkpatrick. specialist Evan Lemmerman compiled the votes while dressed as Uncle Sam. Parents were mentioned as an influence in many of the children’s decisions. David Heizer, a student in Angela Gressett’s class, cited the John McCain sign put up by his As Hunt Valley Goes … father when he voted for Republican can- didate. Sixth grader Matt Blackburn said his family’s military history helped sway him Mock election at Springfield school reflects of the popular vote, Obama won 183 of the toward McCain. 264 electoral votes up for grabs. Fifteen of “My whole family is Republican,” said national attitudes about candidates, politics. McCain’s 81 electoral votes came from Blackburn “[McCain] went to the Naval Kirkpatrick’s class. Academy and is a soldier, like my family.” By Derek B. Johnson WITH THE last two real presidential elec- School technical specialist Evan Second-grader Emily Butters put it more The Connection tions being decided by razor thin margins, Lemmerman, dressed as Uncle Sam, spent bluntly. including in 2000 when the winner of the the morning of Oct. 30 wheeling a cart filled “Sometimes I like to follow what my mom n Carol Kirkpatrick’s sixth-grade class popular vote lost the election, the mechan- with individual Senteo clickers to each class- does,” she said. room at Hunt Valley Elementary ics of the election had to reflect that possi- room. Using the electronic devices, each If elected, Obama would become the first ISchool in Springfield, the arguments bility. Children wishing to vote first had to child cast his or her vote. After Kirkpatrick’s African-American president in U.S. history. among the students often play out as register. Registration took place in Septem- class went for McCain, mini-debates broke That point was not lost among some of the simpler versions of the ber during recess, forc- out at each table as children explained their children. ones currently happening ing children to choose reasons for their choice. The war in and “We’ve had all white presidents, but this over the airwaves and on “We felt it was whether they wanted to the current state of the economy were the year it should be different,” said Yoon. the campaign trail. give up their free time top issues cited by most voters. “He would be the first black man actu- Sixth grader Tyler important in order to participate. “I voted for McCain because I don’t agree ally to be president,” said Butters. Wynn sought to tie the As in real elections, not with some of the things Obama said, like I The mock election was the first one un- Republican presidential throughout the everyone eligible to vote think the troops should stay [in Iraq] be- der Small, who is in her second year as prin- candidate John McCain process that this be did. Sixth grader Jack cause the bad people are there,” said Caleb cipal of Hunt Valley. In the weeks following (R) to the unpopular in- Dunphy was unable to Holbrook. the election, she said administrators will cumbent. more than a vote, having failed to Danielle Cossio took the opposite view, look at where they made mistakes and try “Because who got us register. saying ending the war trumped McCain’s to fine-tune the process to be as realistic as into this crisis? George popular vote.” “I really didn’t feel like heroic military service. possible. Bush,” Wynn said. “And — Patricia Small, principal, taking time away from “I do feel bad about McCain, because he “This is the first time we’ve done this. Four who’s on George Bush’s recess,” he said. got tortured, but I don’t think he’s the right Hunt Valley Elementary years from now we’ll know what we need side? McCain.” Using information person,” she said. to do to make it more sophisticated,” said On Thursday, Oct. 30 at pamphlets from Scho- Small. the Hunt Valley Election 2008, students lastic, Hunt Valley teachers spent the weeks MANY OF THE reasons given by the chil- Kirkpatrick said the mock election was a from grades 2-6 participated in a mock elec- leading up to mock election educating their dren echo ones that both candidates have way for those under the legal voting age to toral presidential election just six days out classes about the various candidates. spent millions of dollars promoting during symbolically carry out their civic rights. from the real election. A total of 339 stu- McCain, along with Sen. Barack Obama (D- the campaign. Many of the students said “Every year we hear them complain that dents representing 20 electoral states spent Ill.) appeared on the ballot, along with Bob they had been following the race in the they can’t vote. This year they have a voice, part of their morning and afternoon voting Barr (Libertarian), Rep. Cynthia McKinney media, listing CNN, , The Exam- at least at the school,” she said. for five different presidential tickets. Prin- (Green Party) and Ralph Nader (Indepen- iner and as sources of Small said she hoped that by familiariz- cipal Patricia Small said a decision by popu- dent). However, coverage of Obama and information. ing the students with the voting process at lar vote would not have taught children McCain was dominant, leaving little time- “I voted for McCain because if we take a young age, they will be more likely to about the reality of the voting process. or votes- for the others. the troops out of Iraq, the terrorists will win participate in real elections. “We decided it would be ‘winner-takes- “We really didn’t get to talk about the and it will threaten our national security,” “All we’re trying to do is make our chil- all’ with an [electoral college],” said Small. other candidates,” said sixth grader Rebecca said sixth grader Sammy Branson. dren more aware of our government, to un- “We felt it was important throughout the Yoon, who voted for McKinney. “I voted for Obama because I think that derstand it’s important,” said Small. “Hope- process that this be more than a popular The election wound up as a landslide vic- McCain won’t be able to make the economy fully when they turn 18 they’ll register to vote.” tory for Obama. 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By Julia O’Donoghue over President George Bush by eight points in 2004. YESTERDAY’S ROSE The Connection In recent statewide elections, local Fairfax voters have also given the nod to Democrats in overwhelm- where you never see the same thing twice .S. Presidential candidate John McCain ing numbers. The county supported former Gov. Mark HOME SALE $ DAZE visited the Fairfax area for the second Warner (D) by about 10 percent margin in 2001, cur- ALL JEANS time Nov. 1, indicating the Republican rent Gov. Tim Kaine (D) by 22 percent margin in 50% Off U Furniture, Housewares $1.00 is serious about competing for votes in 2005 and Sen. Jim Webb (D) by an 18 percent mar- & Linens Virginia’s most populous locality. gin in 2006. Wed. 11/12/08 Sat. 11/08/08 10am-6pm 10 am - 6pm “Fairfax County is key to this election. You know A Democrat has also occupied the Fairfax County’s Not valid with other discounts or sales. Not valid with other discounts or sales. that,” said McCain, speaking to about 6,000 people highest local elected office, Board of Supervisors outside the Interstate Van Lines warehouse in Spring- chairman, for the past 13 years. Clothing •Furniture • Housewares field. The McCain campaign chose to have its rally in a Proceeds Benefit: American Red Cross-Nat’l Capital Ch. • The Arc of Northern Virginia Though Democratic candidate Barack Obama has more conservative area of the county. The Interstate • National Council of Jewish Women-No. Virginia Section • Service Source Inc. spent more money and personal time in Virginia over- Van Lines site off Rolling Road is in Republican Rep. 9960 Main St. Fairfax, VA • 703-385-9517 • www.yesterdaysrose.org all, McCain has made more public appearances in Tom Davis’ congressional district and Republican Del. Fairfax during the 2008 election season. In addition Dave Albo’s House of Delegates district. to the Springfield event, McCain and Republican vice The warehouse is also on the border of the Spring- presidential candidate Sarah Palin field District, where residents appeared at a large rally in the City elected Republican county super- of Fairfax Sept. 10. “Fairfax County is visor Patrick Herrity and Republi- By contrast, Obama has not vis- can-endorsed School Board mem- ited Fairfax since July and Demo- key to this ber Liz Bradsher to county govern- cratic vice presidential candidate ment last year. never made a local cam- election.” paign appearance. Biden and — Sen. John McCain (R- McCAIN’S MESSAGE and per- Obama made separate appear- Ariz.) sonal background could resonate ances in Loudoun and Obama ap- with many Fairfax County resi- peared in Prince William County dents, including many military on Monday, Nov. 3. families. The senator is a veteran and THE OBAMA campaign may not have to win over former prisoner of war. He and Palin together cur- as many voters in Fairfax as McCain. County resi- rently have three children serving in the military, said dents voted overwhelmingly for the Illinois senator Cindy McCain, the candidate’s wife, at the Spring- during the Democratic primary last winter and fa- field rally. vored Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry “This is not just a political slogan.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 ❖ 7 Calendar Help Your Child Do Send notes to the Connection at Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, [email protected] or call Fairfax. www.patriotcenter.com. 703-917-6459. Deadline is Friday. Dated Young Peoples Theatre fall show, Better in School! announcements should be submitted at “Fiddler on the Roof, Jr.,” at least two weeks prior to the event. New Hope Church, 8905 Ox Road, Lorton. 7 p.m. Reserved seats are $10, unreserved seats are $12. Make this your child’s THURSDAY/NOV. 6 www.YPTNVA.com or 703-866-3546. 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FRIDAY/NOV. 7 Fairfax County and Partners’ Sixth Annual Caregiver Luncheon, in celebration of National Family THE NUTCRACKER Caregiver’s Month. From 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Springfield Golf and Country Club, 8301 Old Keene Mill presented by Road, Springfield. Susan Geffen Mintz, president and co-founder of the National Family Caregivers Association, is the keynote speaker. Register and request reasonable accommodations by Oct. 24 at The Burke Civic Ballet www.fairfaxcounty.gov/aaa or 703- 324-5631, TTY 703-449-1186. The event costs $10 for snack, lunch, SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS, seminar and fair. Sponsored by the county’s Department of Family Sharon Wehner and Koichi Kubo, Services’ Fairfax Area Agency on Principals with the Colorado Ballet will Aging and partners. perform Sugar Plum and Cavalier TUESDAY/NOV. 11 Fairfax County Public Schools, meeting to solicit citizen input to Order online at www.buffas.com determine boundaries for the new elementary school under construction at the Laurel Hill site on Laurel Crest Drive in Lorton, a 38-classroom school serving kindergarten through grade 6. Schools involved in the boundary study include Gunston, Saturday, November 22nd at 2:00 & 6:00 p.m. & Halley, Lorton Station, Newington Forest and Silverbrook elementary Sunday, November 23rd at 2:00 & 6:00 p.m. schools. Meeting will be at 7 p.m. at South County Secondary School, NVCC- Annandale Campus 8501 Silverbrook Road in Lorton. Contact Denise James at 703-246- 6920 or [email protected]. Adults - $20 Children/Seniors - $15 WEDNESDAY/NOV. 12 The League of Women Voters: For organized groups (10+) and Restoration of Civil Rights of handicapped seating e-mail buffadance@.com Felons in Virginia, 9:30 a.m. at 7902 Bracksford Court, Fairfax Station. Call Lois, 703-690-0908. League office, 703-658-9150 or http://lwv-fairfax.org/Meet.html. 8 ❖ Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Calendar 50% TO 75% OFF patios, walls ALL POTS PRICE walkways CUT From Page 8 35% OFF paver driveways ARBORVITAE, YEWS, MAGNOLIAS, Tickets $49, available at and so much more. www.dare2share.org. George Mason JAPANESE MAPLES, ROSES, FOUNTAINS, Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, SPRUCE, BENCHES, ARBORS & STATUARY Fairfax. www.patriotcenter.com. MULCH 3 cu. ft. $2.99 Family Outdoor Movie Night. 7-9 $ $ p.m. Large outside screen, open 25% OFF BULK MULCH 16.99/ 29.50 concessions. $15 per car. Occoquan ALL NURSERY STOCK & PERENNIALS. per. cu. yd. Regional Park, 9520 Ox Road, ORCHIDS, BONSAI WEEKDAYS UNITED CONCORDIA 24 HOUR Lorton. 703-690-2121. NEW SHIPMENTS WEEKLY SATURDAYS • EVENINGS PARTICIPANT EMERGENCY CARE AZALEAS BUY 1 GET 2 FREE Young Peoples Theatre fall show, HERBS, HOSTA, BLUE SPRUCE “Fiddler on the Roof, Jr.,” at PLASTIC POTS, BASKETS LELAND CYPRESS 1-10’ New Hope Church, 8905 Ox Road, Lorton. 3 p.m. Reserved seats $10, LANDSCAPE DESIGN FREE* BEAUTIFUL HOLLIES CHEAP unreserved seats $12. *WITH MIN. PRICE CUT 5’ for $74.99 www.YPTNVA.com or 703-866-3546. Your Home…Your Neighborhood… PURCHASE Open 9-6 7 Days Rocky Guttmann, 8:30-12:30 p.m. at Kate’s Irish Pub, 6131 Backlick Road 9023 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA • 703-573-5025 Cyclamen, Cacti, Mini Oranges Your Newspaper 2 Miles West of I-495 on Rt. 50 1 mile from I-66 (Vienna Metro) Tropical House Plants Springfield. 703-866-0860. www.CravensNursery.com Seventh Annual Franconia History Day. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Franconia Elementary School, 6043 Franconia Road. Free admission. Music, local history presentations, historical displays and trivia contest. Local authors book signings. Refreshments available. Jim Cox at 703-971-7943 or [email protected]. Visit www.franconiamuseum.org. Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, 8 p.m. at the George Mason University Center for the Arts, on the Fairfax campus at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. Pre- performance discussion begins at 7:15 on the Center’s Grand Tier III. Tickets are $22-$44. Children 12 and under half price. Charge tickets at 888-945-2468 or www.tickets.com. Friends of the Kingstowne Library Book Sale. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Kings- towne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre, Alexandria. 703-339-4610. “Footloose,” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the W.T. Woodson High School, 9525 Main St., Fairfax. 703-503-4600 or wtwdrama.org. Theater of the First Amendment presents Jack Gilhooley’s “The Warrior,” at George Mason University’s TheaterSpace at 8 p.m. The performance will be followed by a panel discussion on the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This play contains adult language. Tickets are $15. Charge by phone at 888- 945-2468 or www.tickets.com. TheaterSpace is located on the Fairfax campus of George Mason University at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. www.gmu.edu/cfa. W.T. Woodson High School PTSA Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Road, Fairfax. Free admission. 703-321- 8373. “The Laramie Project,” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at South County Secondary School, 8501 Silverbrook Road, Lorton. Adults $10, under 18 $6. 703-446-1591. The Fairfax Master Naturalists Fall Tree ID Program, 1-3 p.m. at Lake Accotink Park. Learn from Virginia Department of Forestry experts Jim McGlone and Bryant Bays and hear the latest about the emerald ash borer infestation. Meet in the main parking lot near the dam, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield. Free, no registration required. Contact Karen Monroe at [email protected] or visit www.virginiamasternaturalist.org/ fairfax.html. Rocky Guttmann, 8:30-12:30 p.m. at Kate’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 6131 Backlick Road Springfield. 703-866- 0860. Seventh Annual Franconia Day. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 3K Run/Walk, door prizes, trivia contest, live music, Civil War and ghost stories. Franconia Elementary School, 6043 Franconia Road, Franconia.

SUNDAY/NOV. 9 Playhouse Disney Live! 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets $22-$55. George Mason See Calendar, Page 10 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 ❖ 9 Calendar

From Page 9 Mason University Center for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. $15 University Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot adults, $10 students and seniors. Circle. Call 703-993-3000or visit 703-993-8794. www.patriotcenter.com. GMU Chamber Ensembles, 2 p.m. in the Harris Theater, George Mason WEDNESDAY/NOV. 12 University Center for the Arts, 4400 Practice Your English University Drive, Fairfax. Free. 703- Conversation Group. 10:15 a.m. 993-8794. and 7:30 p.m. Kingstowne Library, Percussion Ensemble Recital, 7 6500 Landsdowne Centre, p.m. in the Harris Theater, George Alexandria. 703-339-4610. Mason University Center for the Arts, Faculty Artist Series: Stanley 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. Curtis on Trumpet, 8 p.m. in the 703-993-8794. Harris Theater, George Mason University Center for the Arts, 4400 MONDAY/NOV. 10 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. 703- 993-8794. Let’s Make a Gift. 3:30 p.m. After- school crafts. Age 6-12. John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill THURSDAY/NOV. 13 Drive, Alexandria. 703-971-0010. George Mason University Speaker Leaf Jumpers. 10:30 a.m. Stories and Series: Virginia Ashby Sharpe, songs. Age 24-35 months with adult. Ph.D., Georgetown University Kingstowne Library, 6500 Medical Ethicist, National Center for Landsdowne Centre, Alexandria. 703- Ethics in Healthcare, U.S. Veterans 339-4610. Health Administration. Free. 6 p.m. Culinary Institute of America at George Mason University, 4400 Admissions Reception, 7 p.m. at University Drive, Mason Hall, Room the Hilton Springfield, 6550 Loisdale D3AB, Fairfax. 703-993-1850 or Road, Springfield. Learn about CIA chpre.gmu.edu. degree programs. Register at 1-800- Lighters and Matches are Tools CULINARY or www.ciachef.edu. for Grownups Only. 1:30 p.m. Open Mic Night, 8 p.m. at Kate’s Irish Age 4-5 with adult. Lorton Library, Pub and Restaurant, 6131 Backlick 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Road Springfield. 703-866-0860. 703-339-7385. What’s New in Picture Books.7 TUESDAY/NOV. 11 p.m. Books for preschoolers. John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Veterans’ Day Commemoration. Drive, Alexandria. 703-971-0010. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Col. George Mason Fall Fun. 1 p.m. Stories and activities. was a member of the Virginia militia. Age 3-5 with adult. Kingstowne Mansion tours, period reenactors and Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre, how Mason furthered the cause of Alexandria. 703-339-4610. American freedom. Gunston Hall, Women in the Military Memorial, 10709 Gunston road, Mason Neck. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Springfield www.gunstonhall.org. Golf & Country Club, 8301 Old Keene GMU Symphonic Band Concert, 8 p.m. in the Concert Hall, George See Calendar, Page 11

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From Page 10 Mill Road, Springfield. Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught, U.S.A.F. (Ret.) President of the Board of Directors of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation, will speak about the memorial and recount stories of the women who have served. $17. 703-768-4543. Workshop Jazz Band, 8 p.m. in the Harris Theater, George Mason Center for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. 703-993-8794. Dave Berry, 8 p.m. at Kate’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 6131 Backlick Road Springfield. 703-866-0860. FRIDAY/NOV. 14 Y&T with Switched at Birth, Gate 1, Sinners Trail and NeoComplex. Age 21 and over. 7:30 p.m. $25 in advance, $28 at the door. Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. 703-569-5940 or www.jaxxroxx.com. Dave Berry. 8-12 p.m. at Kate’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 6131 Backlick Road Springfield. 703-866-0860. The Kirov Orchestra under Valery Gergiev, at the George Mason University Center for the Arts, on the Fairfax campus at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. 8 p.m. Tickets are $30-$60. Charge by phone at 888-945-2468 or visit www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu.cfa. Christopher Paul Curtis, author of “Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963” and “Bud, Not Buddy,” 7:30 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center Auditorium, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. Books available for sale and signing. 703-324-8428. Lunch Bunch. 12 p.m. Bring lunch. Birth-5 with adult. John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive, Alexandria. 703-971-0010.

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Connection Newspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 ❖ 11 Springfield Connection Sports Editor Jason Mackey Sports 703-917-6438 or [email protected] Spartans Maintain Steady Pace Despite injuries and “We’ve had some losses, West Spring- setbacks along the way, field football set up to but any season is going make a run at region. to be like that.” — Bryn Renner By Jason Mackey The Connection Renner and Bailey watched. While Bryn Renner’s shoulder is “good t the beginning of this football enough to do the job,” it would be a stretch season, it appeared as if the West for Bailey (832 yards, seven touchdowns) Springfield Spartans could win to make it back this season. A “We’ve had to plug some people in be- one game and they’d advance to the Virginia AAA state championship. cause other guys have gotten hurt, and With all of the hype surrounding the fact they’ve played really well,” said Bill Renner, that 15 starters returned from last year’s File Photo referencing junior running back Dan Collins team that reached the Northern Region title (791 yards, nine touchdowns), who has game, it seemed that all West Springfield taken over for Bailey and most recently needed to do was to not get lost driving to rushed for 269 yards and three touchdowns the field. during a Week 10 win over Lee. Filling in for injured starter Brandon Bailey, who was lost for the season But, as much fun as crowning a cham- “There are a lot of guys who were with with a broken hand, junior running back Dan Collins ran for 269 yards pion after one game could be, the Virginia us last year at the regional final and I’ve and three scores during last Friday’s 46-12 win over Lee. High School League requires teams to play seen more of a maturity in this group than at least 10 of them — each more important a lot of other groups because of that expe- than the next. North Carolina-bound quarterback Bryn two weeks later but without any strength rience,” Bill Renner said. Through that 10-game schedule, West Renner. “You’re going to have ups and or mobility in his knee, season-ending sur- Through all of the possible setbacks, West Springfield (7-3) has endured a two-game downs, and I think we’ve responded very gery was required. Springfield has moved forward. Against losing streak to start the season, as well as well.” In a 52-42 win over eighth-seeded South Woodson on Friday night, a team that has injuries to its quarterback, running back and The season started with back-to-back County (6-4) on Oct. 10, Renner sprained scored an average of 30 points per game one of its linebackers. Still, after that bru- losses to Division 5 powers Stone Bridge his left shoulder. It’s not his throwing shoul- this season, the Spartans don’t feel the need tal 10-game slate, the Spartans have the (10-0) and Edison (10-0), who’ve combined der, but coach Bill Renner, Bryn’s dad, still to slow down. same goal and opportunities as they started to beat opponents by an average of 34.8 kept his son out of the following Saturday’s “I think we’ll run our scheme like we usu- with. points per contest. From there, West Spring- game against T.C. Williams. ally do, just sling it around the field,” said With a win over fifth-seeded Woodson on field gathered itself and reeled off five Bryn Renner, who has passed for 2,247 Friday in the first round of the Northern straight wins, two of which that came TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE, West yards and 29 touchdowns this season and Region playoffs, the No. 4 Spartans will against Patriot District competition. Springfield lost starting tailback Brandon has only been intercepted three times. move one step closer to replicating that During practice before a win over Bailey with a broken left hand during the “Some of our key guys have missed games, 2007 title game appearance. Hayfield on Sept. 19, senior linebacker Scott same South County game. The Spartans but we’ve just persevered. We’re right where “We’ve had some setbacks along the way, VanBuren tore the anterior cruciate liga- stumbled against the Titans, suffering an we want to be, sitting with the No. 4 seed but any season is going to be like that,” said ment in his knee. VanBuren tried to return 18-16 upset at T.C. Williams while Bryn and trying to make a run.” Week in Sports

a seventh-place finish from Myah Hicks Kent and McMahon picking up wins. Kent matchup with a 3-7 record. Edison’s Degfae (18:06.91) took eighth. threw six innings and scattered three hits, In last week’s 20-17 win over Chantilly, Adds Signature Win The top four teams and 15 individuals will while McMahon tossed a complete-game Edison’s Stephon Robertson (knee), An- advance to Saturday’s Virginia AAA state two-hitter. gus Harper (concussion) and Josh Page After second-place finishes at the Mon- championship race, held at Great Meadow (knee) all suffered injuries and could roe Parker, Glory Days and Octoberfest in The Plains. Start times are 11:45 a.m. miss Friday’s game. Invitationals, Edison’s Leoule Degfae was (AAA girls) and 12:30 p.m. (AAA boys). Lee Lines Up with Regardless, Everett has learned than still looking for a signature win when he Edison Again when facing Edison’s veteran head coach, started the 2.98-mile course at Burke Vaughn Lewis, one can never take any- Lake Park last Thursday for the North- Spartan Hurlers It’s almost as if someone hit rewind on thing for granted. ern Region cross-country championships. Shine at Showcase the Lee football team’s season. After start- “We’re going to play our game and do Sure, Degfae had won the National Dis- ing the year with a mistake-riddled 35-14 what we do defensively,” Everett said. trict individual title only seven days be- Tournament loss to Edison, the Lancers will get another “Regardless who’s in there, it’s going to fore but that win lacked the prestige of crack at the Eagles when the two meet for be a very capable and explosive player At the World Wood Bat Association Fall the larger Invitationals. the first round of the Northern Region play- running the ball.” Championship, an 80-team amateur base- “It makes first place even sweeter,” said offs on Friday. In addition to Robertson (878 rushing ball tournament that took place Oct. 23-27 Degfae, who finished with a time of 15 During that Week 1 contest, Lee surren- yards, 18 touchdowns) and Harper (849 in Jupiter, Fla., three West Springfield pitch- minutes, 12.27 seconds and grabbed the dered an early kickoff return and punt re- rushing yards, eight touchdowns), ers competed with their travel teams for a first region title for an Edison runner turn — both touchdowns — and couldn’t Edison (9-0) has thrived this season shot at the prestigious tournament title. since 1974. “I never won an invitational, mount a counterattack against Edison’s de- thanks to quarterback Levi Barber (1,035 Seniors Mike Kent (Hurricanes Baseball) but winning this makes up for all the [sec- fense (allowing 10.7 points per game). passing yards, 345 rushing yards and 12 and Richie McMahon (Richmond Braves ond-place finishes].” “We have another chance to put a better total touchdowns) and wide receiver National), as well as junior Bobby Wahl Behind Degfae, the Edison boys team situation back on the field,” said Lee coach Corey Washington (23 catches, 344 yards (Orioles Scout Team) all made starts, with placed seventh, while the girls, keyed by Rob Everett, whose team enters the and five touchdowns).

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Church Women United World Community Day “God’s Wisdom Sets Us Free” service on Friday, Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. at St. John’s United SINCE 1976 • FREE ESTIMATES Methodist Church, 5312 Backlick Road, Springfield. Barbara Teats will speak on Contact your local office at prison ministries. Postal Forever Stamps “As seen on will be collected for prison ministries. This Old 703-738-4801 Reception to follow. 703-425-5625. House” Immanuel Christian School Fall 301-571-4200 Open House on Tuesday, Nov. 11 Serving Metropolitan DC from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at 6915 Braddock & Beyond Road, Springfield. Tours, classroom ob- servation and curriculum available. Fall 2009 kindergarten-eighth grade regis- tration is now open. 703-941-1220 or OPEN HOUSES www.icsva.org. SAT./SUN. NOVEMBER 8 & 9

Grace Church Veterans Day Pro- gram, Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 9800 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Honoring our country’s servicemen and women and highlighting how military chaplain min- istries extend into the battlefield, hospital and more. Dinner at 6:15 p.m., program 7-8 p.m. 703 323-8033.

Divorce Recovery Workshop, a nine-week program on Wednesday eve- nings through Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m. The program is free; book (used) is $12. Messiah United Methodist Church, 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. Contact Mary 7714 GRALNICK PLACE, Springfield, $689,900, Open Sunday 1-4 Stedman at 703-569-9862, ext. 213, or Bruce & Tanya Tyburski, RE/MAX, 703-239-2525 [email protected]. When you visit one of these Open Houses, tell the Realtor you saw it in this Connection Newspaper. For more real estate listings and open houses visit www.ConnectionNewspapers.com, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church click the Real Estate links on the right side. Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, Nov. Call Specific Agents to Confirm Dates & Times. 15, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Local crafters, a room just for children to shop in, a tea Springfield room, and a Grandma’s Attic with 7714 GRALNICK PL...... $689,900 .....11/9 1-4...... Re/Max...... Bruce & Tanya Tyburski...703-239-2525 “nearly new” gifts. 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A musical Erev Shabbat service Sunday Services on the theme of peace, with the Adat Kingstowne Alexandria 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 am 5211 YORK RD...... $799,000 .....11/9&16 1-4..Coldwell Banker..Phyllis Patterson...... 703-518-6158 Heartline Contemporary Service 7:15 p.m. Reyim Choir and Shir Reyim Folk 5306 SANDYFORD ST...... $564,000 .....11/9 1-4...... Weichert...... Joseph Davis...... 571-338-4989 Group. 6500 Westbury Oaks Court, 4950 BRENMAN PARK DR...... $309,950 ..... Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli...... 703-862-8808 Springfield. 7028 GATTON SQ...... $354,900 ..... 11/9 1-4...... Avery-Hess...... Michael Malferrari...... 703-399-5774 Sunday School ❖ David Roth Concert, Saturday, 6866 ROLLING CREEK WAY...... $550,000 .....11/9 1-4...... Weichert...... Marianne Welds...... 703-868-1320 9:30 am & 11:00 am 6727 SULLIVAN WAY...... $454,900 .....11/9 1-4...... 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Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli...... 703-862-8808 Wed. Night Community Covenant Church… 703-455-4150 support efforts to fight hunger. Contact Family Ministry 5:45 p.m. Jewish [email protected]. Burke Adat Reyim Congregation… 703-569-7577 9737 IRONMASTER DR...... $549,900 .....Sat/Sun...... Re/Max...... Bruce & Tanya Tyburski...703-239-2525 Rev. James K. Abernathy Ohev Yisrael Messianic Congergation…703- ❖ Senior Pastor 550-0888 Interfaith Thanksgiving Ser- 9125 LAKE BRADDOCK DR...... $599,900 .....Sat/Sun...... Re/Max...... Bruce & Tanya Tyburski...703-239-2525 Jehovah’s Witness vice, Wednesday, Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m. at 5990 POWELLS LANDING RD...... $379,900 .....Sat/Sun...... Re/Max...... Bruce & Tanya Tyburski...703-239-2525 703-451-5120 Springfield North Congregation… 703-971-2936 www.westwood-baptist.org St. Mary’s of Sorrows Catholic Church, 9721 WATERLINE DR...... $469,950...... Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli...... 703-862-8808 Lutheran 8200 Old Keene Mill Rd., Springfield 5222 Sideburn Road, Fairfax. Join Adat 6348 TISBURY DR...... $424,950 .....Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli...... 703-862-8808 Prince of Peace Lutheran… 703-451-5855 Reyim, Burke Presbyterian Church and 6534 KOZIARA DR...... $579,900 .....11/16 1-4...... Re/Max...... Barbara White Adkins...... 703-517-5041 St. John’s Lutheran Church… 703-971-2210 6546 KOZIARA DR...... $539,900 .....11/16 1-4...... Re/Max...... Barbara White Adkins...... 703-517-5041 Assembly of God St. Marks Lutheran Church… 703-451-4331 The Rumi Forum at St. Mary’s for a joint Word of Life Assembly of God… 703-941-2312 Immanual Lutheran Church… 703-549-0155 5515 SWIFT CURRENT CT...... $359,900 .....Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Helen Grozbean...... 571-233-4287 Harvest Church… 703-971-7070 Thanksgiving service, an opportunity to Methodist 9300 MAINSAIL DR...... $540,000 .....Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Dave Ingram...... 703-380-9264 Baha’i Faith unite with others in thanks, celebrate 10330 REIN COMMONS CT #31...$169,000 .....Sun 1-4...... Weichert...... Debbie Ingram...... 703-380-8966 Baha’is of Fairfax County Southwest… 703-912-1719 Messiah United Methodist Church… 703-569-9862 unity, and reflect on our blessings. 703- Baptist Springfield United Methodistv703-451-2375 978-4141, www.stmaryofsorrows.org. 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Sunday services in English 9:45 Bible New World Unity Church… 703-690-7925 a.m., in Korean 11:30 a.m. and youth [email protected] Immanuel Bible Church… 703-941-4124 International Calvary Church… 703-912-1378 services 11:30 a.m. Sunday School Chantilly/Oak Hill, Centreville/Clifton, Fairfax Catholic Presbyterian 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study and St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church… 703-451-8576 Grace Presbyterian Church… 703-451-2900 Contact: Karen Washburn Christian Science Harvester Presbyterian Church… 703-455-7800 Youth Meeting at 8 p.m. and Friday Kirkwood Presbyterian Church… 703-451-5320 [email protected] First Church of Christ, Scientist… 703-941-7540 Prayer and Youth Meeting at 8:30 p.m. Church of Christ 5700 Hanover Ave., Springfield.703- All listings due by Mon. at 3 p.m. Central Christian Church… 703-971-0277 To Advertise call 703-917-6478 569-1918. 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you from getting to the polls dur- cast their vote. Normally, we’re a tion civic mindedness and put it CIRCULATION: 703-917-6481 ‘Enormous ing the hours that they are open. do-it-now group of people, unwill- to use pulling together as a com- Circulation Manager: Ann Oliver Obligation’ Absentee-in-person voting has ing to wait more than a few min- munity and a nation. Heaven always been leisurely at this sat- utes for anything, yet voters knows, the challenges in front of CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, To the Editor: L.L.C. ellite location — I don’t remem- waited in line for two and three us will take all our energy, cour- Peter Labovitz This has been the most astound- ber anyone waiting for more than hours. age, and determination to over- President/CEO ing election cycle that I have ever a few minutes or cir- I didn’t think there’d be many come. Mary Kimm seen. The Franconia Governmen- Publisher/Chief Operating Officer Letters cling the parking lot people left to vote by the time Elec- As the year draws to a close, I 703-917-6416 tal Center has for many years been for 20 minutes trying tion Day came around, but as I was would like to wish a happy holi- [email protected] a satellite voting location for ab- to find a parking wrong. As I waited in a very long day season and new year to you Jerry Vernon sentee-in-person voting. (Only a space. Not this year! In the last line at my polling place at an hour and your families. I hope you’ll Executive Vice President bureaucrat could have devised 703-917-6404 week of voting, people began lin- when turnout is usually light I join my staff and me for our an- [email protected] that name for voting that takes ing up at 11:30 a.m. for voting that thought about this historic election nual open house on Saturday, Jan. Wesley DeBrosse place before Election Day.) Absen- would not begin until 1 p.m. Lines and reflected that whoever won 31, from 1-3 p.m., in the commu- Controller tee-in-person voting is not the stretched from one end of the gov- would have an enormous obliga- nity room of the Franconia Gov- Debbie Funk same as early voting, which Vir- National Sales ernmental center to the other and tion to the American people to ernmental Center. 703-518-4631 ginia does not have. In order to doubled back on themselves. I was honor their trust in democracy. [email protected] vote absentee-in-person, you must struck by how patient people were Now that the election is over, I Supervisor Jeff McKay John Lovaas have a valid reason that will keep and how determined they were to hope that we can take that elec- D-Lee Special Assistant for Operations 14 ❖ Springfield Connection ❖ November 6-12, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Politics Connolly To Succeed Davis in Congress From Page 3 problems, like transportation. She was in- the City of Fairfax. strumental in bringing one of state most Connolly also won in the part of the 11th successful public transportation systems, District that overlaps with Prince William the Virginia Railway Express, into existence, County, where he received 51.85 percent she said. of the vote. If elected, the Braddock supervisor said “While I congratulate Gerry Connolly on she would bring a style different than his win, his victory was not resounding. I Connolly’s to the county’s highest office. think those numbers indicate voters had Photo by “Gerry and I are both policy wonks and some doubts about his leadership of this budget wonks, but my temperament is dif- county,” said Jim Hyland, chairman of the ferent. I am more measured,” said Bulova.

Fairfax County Republican Committee. Robbie Hammer Herrity could not be reached for this ar- ticle, though Fairfax County Republicans CONNOLLY’S move to Congress will said they expected him to announce his own trigger at least one special election — and chairman campaign soon. possibly one or two more — for local posi- “Pat Herrity is highly likely to be a candi- tions this year. date for that spot,” said Hyland the day af-

/The Connection Residents will vote in special election for ter Connolly won his election for Congress. a new chairman in February or March fol- Herrity is in his first year on the county lowing Connolly’s resignation as county board but could bring name recognition to chairman in early January. the race. His father, Jack Herrity, served 16 At least two candidates, Supervisors years on the Board of Supervisors, includ- Sharon Bulova (D-Braddock) and Patrick ing 12 years as chairman. Herrity (R-Springfield), have already ex- In his short time on the county board, Sen.-elect Mark Warner, Gov. Tim Kaine and Sen. Jim Webb watch early pressed interest in the chairman’s race. Patrick Herrity has butted heads with results while attending the Democrat watch party in McLean on Tues- Bulova, who has represented the Connolly several times, particularly on how day night. Braddock District for 21 years, has said she county money set aside for affordable hous- will officially kick off her bid for county Braddock District, but now I think it is some- commissions and the county board’s bud- ing has been spent. chairman Nov. 12, and has already secured thing I should do and can do well,” said get committee chair as preparation for the A victory by either Bulova or Herrity in a campaign staff manager for the race. Bulova at the Democratic victory party in chairman’s position. the chairman race would automatically lead “I think I can do a very good job as chair- Tysons Corner on election night. As a district supervisor, Bulova said she to a second special election for a district man. I was mainly happy serving the Bulova cited her leadership on regional has also taken on Fairfax County’s larger supervisor this spring. Republicans Endure Losses in Local, National Races From Page 3 position,” he said. The 11th District Congressional race was trict buoyed spirits throughout the night. the last race keeping those that hadn’t al- With the results still in doubt, Fimian took ready left the country club from going the stage to chants of “Go Keith, Go!” from home. At 10:30 p.m., Fox News called the those in attendance. He thanked outgoing race for Connolly. Fimian informed those

U.S. Rep. Tom Davis (R-11), who he said Photo by at the reception on his intention to concede “pulled me out of a hat for this race.” the race to Connolly. “I have to tell you I’m more energized “These results, they swept a lot of [Re- today than I’ve ever been about this coun- publicans] away tonight,” he said.

Louise Krafft try,” said Fimian. He thanked his staffers, supporters and family, stressing the need to avoid falling STATE AND county Republicans expressed into despair. the need for changes in their approach to “We should take a lot of heart in what we

Virginia voters in the wake of Obama’s vic- /The Connection have and not focus on what we don’t have. tory. Del. Dave Albo (R-42) said the party There was a lot of talk this election about had gotten away from talking about how change. Well, in two years, people are go- to solve problems. He pointed to negative ing to want to see a lot of change,” said advertisements run in 2005 against guber- Fimian to cheers from the remaining sup- natorial candidate Tim Kaine’s (D) com- porters. ments on the death penalty and in 2006 In an interview with The Connection af- against Sen. candidate Jim Webb (D) re- Congressional candidate Keith Fimian and Jim Hyland, chairman of the ter his concession, Fimian said he was in- garding books he had written before his Fairfax County Republican Committee, talk with Susan Jones as she spired by the people he met as a candidate. political career was launched. checks the precinct numbers on her laptop. “Having never run before, I didn’t know “That doesn’t talk about how your kids what to expect,” he said. “What I realized are going to college or how you’re going to of message that resonates with Virginia and increased Democratic majorities in the is how many people love our country and build roads,” said Albo. “We need a more Fairfax County voters.” House and Senate. “[Obama] will have no care deeply about it.” solutions-based approach.” Some at Tuesday night’s reception ex- excuse if he fails.” When asked what he had learned about Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) pressed frustration and anger about the re- Lisa’s husband, Butch Montgomery, said himself throughout the course of the cam- said his party needed to start being more sults. he completely disagreed with Obama on paign, he pointed to his work ethic, saying competitive in Northern Virginia if they “Because of what I know about Obama, issues like the economy, abortion and taxes, hard work pays off. wanted to reverse their trend of electoral he has basically no morals,” said Lisa Mont- but that if elected he would accept it, using “I left everything out there. This cycle I defeat. gomery. his reaction to Bill Clinton’s election 1992 came up short but I’m convinced that the “The Republican Party in Virginia needs “It’s going to be nice, we’re going to be as a model. secret to success in American is hard work,” to find a message,” said Herrity, “the kind on guard,” said Heather West, pointing to “I didn’t like [Clinton], but I’ll honor the said Fimian.

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STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA A&S Enjoy warm beach waters KITCHEN & IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE past Labor Day LANDSCAPING FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Planting • Mulching • Sodding An expert Extend your beach season BATH DESIGN Patios • Decks • Retaining Walls into the fall with soothing COUNTY OF HORRY ) is someone and warmer ocean waters Refacing, Fall Clean-Up • Drainage Solutions CASE NO.: 2008-DR-26-2386 at this Sunset Beach, NC Facelifts, 703-863-7465 who knows vacation home. Furnished 3 Mary Roe, or 4 bdrm, 2 bath, $525,000. Basements, Plaintiff, ) SUMMONS some of the Newly remodeled, bright Decks, Porches and airy beach island home MULCH worst mistakes on a secluded area of the is- MichaelsRemodeling.com vs. ) ) land surrounded by views of the canal, marsh and ocean OAK FIREWOOD John Doe, ) that can be Full Cord inlet. Sit on one of the newly Defendant, ) built front porches (1 703-764-9563 Guaranteed to Burn ) made in his Since 1979 Free Est. or money back screened) and capture a In Re: Ryan Grant Spriet Morgan Bigsculpture.org Beware of truckloads subject and how gorgeous sunrise with your or racks morning coffee or unwind Class A Lic. Insured 703-327-4224 (DOB: 9/22/03), and Emma Danyelle to avoid them. with friends in the evening 703-568-8014 cell on the back deck and experi- Curtis Neil Spriet Morgan (DOB: 9/22/03), minors -Werner ence stunning sunset views. LANDSCAPING Whether you're looking for under the age of fourteen (14) years. Heisenberg an investment property with ROOFING excellent rental history, a FALL TO: the Defendant above named: vacation home on a unique Roofing & Siding island, or a little bit of both, 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements this is the house for you. CLEAN-UP (All Types) YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to Answer Yard Work, Trees & Shrubs Soffit & Fascia Wrapping the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is herewith served Sunset Beach, a small barri- Trimmed/Removed! New Gutters upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint er reef island 2 1/2 miles Mulching, Hauling, Chimney Crowns on the attorney for the Plaintiff at 1500 U. S. Highway 17 North, long and 1/3 mile wide, is Gutter Cleaning, etc. Leaks Repaired The Courtyard, Suite 301, P. O. Drawer 14950, Surfside quiet and family oriented and Free estimates! No job too small Beach, South Carolina 29587, within thirty (30) days after the only 30 minutes from Myrtle 703-975-2375 service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you Beach, South Carolina. Call 703-385-3338 fail to Answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, the Carly or David at 336-282- Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for judgment by de- 1870 for more details fault for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

Anne E. Janes 26 Antiques Attorney for Plaintiff SHERRILL & JANES, PA Post Office Drawer 14950 We consign/pay top $ for Surfside Beach, SC 29587 antique/semi antique furn. (843) 238-8836 (v) including mid century & (843) 238-3371 (f) danish modern Teak furniture, sterling, mens Surfside Beach, SC watches, painting/art glass, September 16, 2008 clocks, jewelry, costume NOTICE OF ADOPTION 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements jewelry, etc. Call Schefer E-mail: [email protected] Antiques @ 703-241-0790. In the Family Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit 28 Yard Sales Case No. 2008-DR-26-2386 Now! Complete Multi-family yard sale Sat. 11/1, 9-2 9187 Lake MARY ROE, Braddock Dr. Burke Great Print Editions Plaintiff, finds! Hidden treasures! vs. 29 Misc. for Sale Online! John Doe, Portable Basketball Hoop, Defendant. Lifetime 50” shatterguard. Almost new, $400 retail, The full print editions of all 18 TO: JOHN DOE, AN UNKNOWN FATHER: $100/obo 703-863-8268 Connection Newspapers are now YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED pursuant to the provisions 101 Computers available on our Web Site in PDF format, of South Carolina Code, Ann., Section 20-7-1734 (1987), that the minor children, Ryan Grant Spriet Morgan and Emma Da- page by page, identical to our weekly nyelle Spriet Morgan, reside with the Plaintiff who desires to HDI newsprint editions, including print adopt them. The Plaintiff has filed an adoption action in the EASY COMPUTER SOLUTIONS above Family Court. The Plaintiff is herein referred to by a fic- 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL BUSINESSES advertising. Go to titious name. The natural mother of the minor children is Amy JENNIFER O. SMITH Danyelle Spriet, and the children were born on September 22, COMPUTER CONSULTANT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com 2003 at Georgetown Memorial Hospital in Georgetown, South ➣ and click on “Print Editions.” Carolina. TRAINING ➣ INSTALLATION YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that within thirty (30) days ➣ TROUBLE- of receiving Notice, you shall respond in writing by filing, with SHOOTING the Court in which the adoption is pending, notice and reasons ➣ LET US TAME THAT to contest, intervene, or otherwise respond; BEAST FOR YOU Serving Area Since 1995 YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that the Court must be informed of your current address and any changes in address during the adoption proceeding; and (703) 765-2222 [email protected] Your failure to file a response within thirty (30) days of receiving Notice constitutes your consent to adoption of the children and forfeiture of all rights and obligations you may 116 Childcare Avail. have with respect to the children. BURKE Childcare avail in my When Notice of Intent to contest, intervene, or otherwise home,OFC Lic, FT & PT, days, evenings, Back-up care & respond is filed with the Court within the required time period, special needs children you will be given an opportunity to appear and to be heard be- welcome. Large yard for lots of fore the Final Hearing on the merits of the adoption. To file no- fun! 703-569-8056 tice to contest, intervene, or otherwise respond in this action, you must notify the above-named Court and the Plaintiff’s at- ITIONS 117 Adoption PPRINTRINT EDITIONSED torney, Anne E. Janes, Sherrill & Janes, PA, P.O. Drawer 14950, Surfside Beach, SC 29587 in writing of your intention to contest, intervene, or otherwise respond. The above-named ADOPT: M Court must be informed of your current address or any change of your address during the adoption proceedings. 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