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Mount Vernon’s Hometown Newspaper • A Connection Newspaper November 10, 2011 A Mixed Picture Races that were not targeted by parties show Mount Vernon reflects statewide divide. By Michael Lee Pope The Gazette

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Gerald A. Fill M with marginally con- tested races, campaigns that were not targeted by either party in an

Gerald A. Fill effort to focus resources and atten- tion on battleground districts. For

/The Gazette Mount Vernon, that means a mixed bag of incumbent Republi- cans and Democrats. Del. Adam Ebbin (D-49) has rep- /The Gazette resented Alexandria and Arlington Daniel Storck, reelected as Mount Vernon District School Board member; Gerald in the House of Delegates since Hyland, reelected Mount Vernon District Supervisor, and Scott Surovell, reelected 2004. After a tough primary that state delegate to the 44th district of the House of Delegates, gather at a Democratic featured Ebbin scoring an under- victory party at Polo Restaurant in Lorton Tuesday night. dog victory against one-time State Sen. Linda “Toddy” frontrunner Alexandria City Coun- Puller, candidate for re- cilman Rob Krupicka and Arling- election, greets voter Tony ton School Board member Libby Archer at the Hollin Mead- Garvey, Ebbin went into the gen- ows Precinct. eral election in a strong position considering the demographics of many years, but this year his dis- the district. First-time candidate trict stretches further north to Tim McGhee offered an evangeli- Mount Vernon Memorial Highway cal conservative challenge, al- and Old Mill Road — a district that though he received no party sup- now includes Mount Vernon Es- port. Election returns show Ebbin tate. Albo was challenged by first- received almost twice as many time candidate Jack Dobbyn, a votes as McGhee. native of Mount Vernon who is the Freshman incumbent Del. Scott vice president of his family’s real- Surovell (D-44) beat back two estate business. Election returns challengers, Republican John show that Albo scored a lopsided Julie Schull, a teacher, Voters Courtney and Tom Barsa and tea party independent victory over Dobbyn. was motivated to vote to Dilliplain, with son Alec, Joe Glean. At one point, the seat Mount Vernon District Supervi- support full-day kinder- John Harris was voting to came to vote because of was seen as a potential pickup for sor Gerry Hyland sailed to victory garten and restoration of maintain the quality of Route 1 development Republicans, and Gov. Bob against independent Gail Parker. the Honors curricula. education. and school issues. McDonnell’s political action com- Known as “Gail for Rail,” Parker mittee contributed $1,000 to has campaigned in a number of Barsa’s campaign. Although many races in recent years to advocate speculated that the independent for increased use of light and candidate might erode support for heavy rail. Hyland scored the most Voters Say No to ‘Reform’ Candidates the Republican, even if all of lopsided victory of the night in in one of the most closely-watched and contested Glean’s votes went to Barsa, Mount Vernon, with well more Democratic-endorsed School Board races in the board’s 19-year history. Surovell would have still won with than twice as many votes as Parker. candidates sweep at-large more than 2,000 votes. Mount Vernon District School AT 12:30 A.M. WEDNESDAY, with 100 percent Del. David Albo (R-42) has rep- Board member Daniel Storck tri- School Board seats. of the precincts reporting, Moon received the most resented Springfield and parts of umphed over challenger Michele votes with 91,588 votes (17.85 percent). Velkoff re- the Mount Vernon District for Nellenbach, 12,308 to 8,745 votes. By Victoria Ross ceived 84,611 votes (16.49 percent), and McElveen

The Gazette received 86,268 votes or (16.81 percent).

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2 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Veterans Day Reactions Toward Veterans Change Over Time

Veterans share Photos courtesy of Beth DeMers Wounded Warrior Program The Wounded Warrior Program supports return- their perspectives. ing soldiers recovering at Ft. Belvoir. Individuals who donate $100 or more receive a home-baked By Montie Martin pie from Charles “Chuck” Voccio who heads the The Gazette program. Checks can be made out to the Wounded Warrior Fund, Attention Chuck, and sent to 8210 Legion Drive, Lorton, VA 22079. Voccio can be n Veterans Day, citizens reached at [email protected]. honor those servicemen Owho fought in America’s training with Special Forces, served wars, heroes who risked a one-year tour life and limb protecting the country with the 10th and its values. Mountain Division e LaMois “I don’t go to Veterans Day was officially estab- in Afghanistan in lished during the 69th Congress on 2009. When he re- unit June 4, 1926, and falls on Nov. 11 in Beth DeMerse LaMois and turned home, the husband Garbiel LaMois recognition of the Armistice that Gabriel LaMois consults with a local Af- reunion was reunions, surround their newborn ended WWI. ghan during his year-long tour with the marked by joy, as son Edward. Gabriel President Woodrow Wilson noted in 10th Mountain Division in Afghanistan. well as a sense of once 1919 that, “to us in America, the re- served with the 10th uncertainty. flections of Armistice Day will be filled In 1932 during the Great Depression, Mountain Division in “It was really discharged with solemn pride in the heroism of WWI veterans occupied the Anacostia sec- Afghanistan in 2009 as a cool, there was a those who died in tion of Washington, D.C., and demanded First Lieutenant. welcome home it’s the country’s service the immediate payment of promised bo- ceremony and I important to “The public and with gratitude nuses much needed during those hard ing veterans of Vietnam. could see Gabe for the victory, both times. “My experience coming back from Viet- standing in forma- take another is very because of the thing General Douglas MacArthur subsequently nam was miserable,” said Voccio. tion with a grin on supportive from which it has drove them from their encampment with “Coming home from Vietnam was poison, his face. But it was step. Now we freed us and because the authorization of President Herbert we couldn’t wear our uniform into town” slightly awkward of soldiers, of the opportunity it Hoover. It was only in 1936, under the said Ramseur. “There was no caring from the first few days, focus on the has given America to Roosevelt administration, the public, back then the si- I had only seen there’s a show her sympathy that the veterans received lent majority was silent.” him once that major goals with peace and jus- payment for their services. “My experience Ramseur, a 28-year US year,” said LaMois. of today, sense of tice in the councils of The Greatest Generation, Army veteran who helped “Having a baby the nations.” however, received a warm coming back develop top secret maneu- also changes which is pride even Yet the public re- welcome when they re- vers for B52 bombers as a things, as far as ception of America’s turned home from the wars from Vietnam way to avoid Soviet surface gearing up for de- taking care though we Veterans has not al- in Europe and the Pacific to air missiles used in Viet- ployments, it will want to ways been that of ap- during WWII. Veterans of the was miserable.” nam, prefers to look to the be a challenge to of our preciation. Korean War received a posi- — Charles “Chuck” future rather than the past. explain why he is pull out” “The American Le- tive reception as well. Voccio “I don’t go to unit re- going away and wounded gion was charted by “People accepted what we unions. Once discharged it’s that he will come — Beth DeMerse Congress in 1919 to had done in Korea, they would say what important to take another step,” said back,” said warriors at LaMois support the veterans we did was OK,” said Mount Vernon resi- Ramseur. “Now we focus on the major goals LaMois. “The pub- Ft. Belvoir.” of WWI,” said Mount dent Charles “Chuck” Voccio, who fought of today, which is taking care of our lic is very support- Vernon resident Sam Ramseur, Post in the infantry during the Korean War. wounded warriors at Ft. Belvoir.” ive of soldiers, — Sam Ramseur Commander of American Legion Post Voccio was drafted into the war in 1952 “Today there is a 180-degree difference there’s a sense of 162 in Lorton. “During the 1930s when he was 22, and served a year-long in public opinion,” said Ranseur. “At the le- pride even though we want to pull there was no recognition of WWI vet- tour before enrolling in Officer Candidate gion we are dedicated to helping families.” out. There is still an American pride erans, they were living in School. Ranseur and Voccio have received much in our military.” Hoovervilles.” “I decided to make the most of my expe- Photo by Montie Martin/The Gazette Photo courtesy of Charles “Chuck” Voccio community support for the Wounded War- rience,” said Voccio, who went on to serve rior Program, soliciting donations from area 22 years in the Army Corps of Engineers. restaurants and individuals alike. Voccio followed his country’s call to arms “All the local restaurants were support- by going to Vietnam. ive, they all agreed to do something” said The pendulum of public opinion, how- Voccio. “Anyone who donates $100 or more ever, swung in a different direction regard- to the Wounded Warrior Program receives a home-baked pie.” Proceeds from the Wounded Warrior Pro- gram directly support returning soldiers who are recovering at Ft. Belvoir, as well as the unsung heroes from military families. Beth DeMerse LaMois, from Alexandria,

Library of Congress understands the challenges of raising a fam- Marv Rodney, a 22-year veteran of ily with a husband who is often away for the Marines, Sam Ramseur, a 28- extended periods of time. Charles “Chuck” Voccio, a 22- year U.S. Army veteran, and “It’s an emotional roller coaster, there are year veteran with the Army Corps Charles “Chuck” Voccio, a 22-year times when things are calm and times that of Engineers, serves a home- Army Corps of Engineers veteran, are scary,” said LaMois. “When my husband made pie to his dentist Robert pose outside the American Legion was in Wurzistan it was a mess, there was Moffit. Voccio bakes a home- Post 162. All three served in Viet- lots of fighting going on. That was a scary made pie for every individual WWI veterans occupied Anacostia nam, and experienced an ungrate- month.” who donates $100 or more to the in 1932 demanding the immediate ful reception when they returned Gabriel LaMois, a captain currently in Wounded Warrior Program. payment of promised war bonuses. to the United States. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 3 Election ’11 Offer Hope at Rising Hope this Thanksgiving Fairfax Democrats Celebrate Victory •Thanksgiving Food Basket Every Thanksgiving, Concerns remain over statewide Republican gains. Rising Hope provides all the By Victoria Ross just don’t want to see the lunatics hope they recognize that this is not fixings for between The Gazette take over the asylum. That’s the a mandate.” Photo by 300–325 families. reason I’m still in it.” Marsden received 16,338 votes A list of items airfax County’s Democratic (53.35 percent) compared to needed includes incumbents in the Virginia DESPITE LOCAL Democratic vic- Flanary’s 14,279 votes (46.62 per- Gerald A. Fill hams, turkeys, roasting F chickens, canned broth or General Assembly contin- tories, the Democrats effectively cent). gravy, boxed stuffing, mac & ued to be the “firewall” against lost control of the Virginia Senate When state Sen. Chap Petersen cheese, rice & dried beans, complete Republican control of the because the 22-18 majority is now (D-34) took the stage, he drew boxed corn bread & muffin mix, legislature, despite Republican a 20-20 tie with the lieutenant laughter from the crowd with the canned vegetables, canned

gains elsewhere in the state. governor, a Republican, able to line: “I’m Chap Petersen, and I /The Gazette yams or sweet potatoes, Fairfax County’s nine incumbent cast any necessary tie-breaking approve of this message.” canned or powdered milk, canned fruit and boxed State senators, all Democrats, votes. The GOP already held a sub- Petersen received 59.7 percent potatoes. were re-elected, despite the GOP stantial majority in the Virginia of the vote compared to 40.5 per- Deliver no later than targeting their seats, contributing House of Delegates. cent of the vote garnered by his November 15; Baskets are cash to local Republican challeng- However Fairfax County, the Republican challenger, Gerarda State Delegate Scott distributed on the 16th & 17th. ers, and bringing high-wattage Re- state’s most economically power- Culipher. Surovell greets voter Chris- publicans to stump for those can- ful and populous jurisdiction, con- “First, we have to see who is left tine Erickson at the didates. tinues to be in the Democratic col- in the Senate, and when we go back •Thanksgiving Day Meal Startford Landing Precinct. Every Thanksgiving Day, we State Sen. Dick Saslaw (D-35), umn, with a seven-member major- to Richmond, it will be time to stra- need volunteers to feed a hot who was first elected to the House ity on the Board of Supervisors and tegically game-plan for the state Schoeneman’s campaign in Sep- Thanksgiving meal to about 50– of Delegates in 1976, announced nine Democratic state senators. budget,” Petersen said. “But right tember, a clear indication they 60 hungry people who walk in the Democratic winners at the “It’s kind of a pyrrhic victory,” now, I just look forward to spend- thought the seat had play. Bulova off the street. Waterford at Fair Oaks last night. state Sen. Dave Marsden (D-37) ing more time with my family.” received 3,842 votes (56.2 per- “Guess what? The Republican said Tuesday night, after announc- cent) compared to Schoeneman’s For details, phone 703-360-1976 money just went down the drain. ing that his Republican opponent, DEL. DAVID BULOVA (D-37) 2,982 votes (43.6 percent). Rising Hope Mission Church, We kept our Fairfax team,” Saslaw Jason Flanary, had just conceded. fended off a challenge from new- “Let me just say that democracy 8220 Russell Road, 22309 said to loud applause and cheers. “What I’m hoping is that we send comer Brian Schoeneman, a Re- is best when it’s a team sport,” Special thanks to A Virginia legislator since 1976, out a message to Republicans to publican attorney who contributes Bulova said. “From the beginning, Saslaw said the main reason he pay attention to what voters here to the conservative blog Bearing I never took anything for granted ran this year is “to restore cuts in just said. A 20-20 split is not a li- Drift. The Republican Caucus in this race. I know things are kind education and social service … I cense to do whatever you want. I pumped $75,000 into See Democrats, Page 8

4 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Election ’11 Rex Reiley Bulova Wins Second Term RE/MAX Allegiance 703-768-7730 Democrats retain control [email protected] of County Board of Alex./Riverside Estates $429,900 Supervisors. 8507 Wagon Wheel Road By Victoria Ross Lovely, updated, 5 BR/3 BA Split -walk- ing distance to elementary & high The Gazette schools. Double pane windows, freshly painted interior, & beautifully refin- ished hdwd floors on main level. Lower lection Day 2011 was a good one for in- lvl offers 2 spacious bedrooms, full bath, family rm w/fpl, large utility/ work- cumbents, which meant it was a good night shop & walkout to a lovely screened porch. Great location. 5 mins to Ft. Efor Fairfax County Democrats. One of the Photo by Belvoir, 25 to National Airport. stars of the night was Sharon Bulova, chair- Alex./Berkshire East $374,900 man of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, who 5845 Berkshire Court took the stage to chants of “Sharon, Sharon, Sharon” Victoria Ross Lovely 3 BR/2.5 BA Town House from the crowd of 250-plus Democrats gathered at – Replacement DBL pane win- the Waterford Inn in Fairfax. The party was hosted dows, neutral beige wall-to-wall carpet on main & upper levels by the Fairfax County Democratic Committee. plus a huge family rm on lower “I want you to know that local and state elections level w/walkout to a beautiful matter,” Bulova said. “These are the people who are /The Gazette patio & landscaped, fenced backyard. Walk to Huntington Metro, taking care of business. These are the people who minutes to I-495, 5 minutes to Old Town, 15 minutes to Ft. Belvoir (S) & National Airport (N). are maintaining the roads, keeping our schools great and keeping up our quality of life in Fairfax County.” Alex./Westgate $594,900 Bulova held a commanding lead over Republican 9010 Volunteer Drive OPEN A fresh look for this beautiful tradi- challenger Michael “Spike” Williams throughout the Chairman Sharon Bulova spent the after- tional colonial w/2 car side garage. evening: She won with 59.4 percent of the vote SUNDAY noon on Election Day visiting voters at Freshly painted exterior& interior (113,769 votes) to Williams’ 35.59 percent (68,167 w/extensive new landscaping on a Greenspring Retirement Community in votes.) .5 acre lot. Stunning sun room Springfield. “Greenspring residents really “This is a big win for Fairfax County Democrats,” addition. Hardwood floors on main helped me win my special election. This & upper levels. Gas FPL in family room, wood FPLs in living room& FCDC chair Rex Simmons said. “It shows the diver- group is well-educated, and I am very basement. Lovely kitchen w/corian counters, large unfinished base- sity in our county. Voters are very educated here, and ment w/rear entrance. 5 mins to Ft. Belvoir. grateful for their support,” Bulova said, they have clearly embraced our great education sys- greeting supporter Al Wiecjorek, 88. tem and our terrific leadership. Sharon has shown Alex./Mt. Vernon $574,950 3703 Maryland Street over and over again that she is a leader who is com- OPEN Spectacular, updated 4 BR/2.5+.5 BA mitted to keeping the county one of the best places as compassionate human services that are the envy SUNDAY Colonial w/circular driveway+dbl car- to live in the country.” of the region.” port. Huge 25x13 remodeled kit: gran- Bulova said she will continue to use “smart-growth” ite, maple, SS, center isle & gas fpl. Family room off kit also w/gas fpl, BULOVA, active in local Demo- strategies to help the county move views & access to 2-tiered deck cratic politics for more than 20 forward on a number of transpor- w/gazebo & hot tub w/fenced, private backyard. Updated baths & windows. years, ran on a record of accom- tation issues, including Tysons Cor- LL w/rec rm, half bath & huge utility/storage rm. Over 130K in upgrades & “You know, one of renovations. 5 mins to Ft. Belvoir. plishments as leader of the most ner redevelopment and the Dulles powerful governing body in the the first things I’d Metro-Rail project. Alex./Sulgrave Manor $369,900 County. She was endorsed by al- “During my next term, I’d like to 4213 Adrienne Drive Lovely 3 BR + Den, 2.5 BA Split Level most every major organization, like to do is have a increase transit options by looking UNDER on a huge beautiful .71 acre lot in from the Fairfax County Chamber at light rail opportunities and CONTRACT popular Mt. Vernon community of of Commerce to The Fairfax retreat in February completion of rail to Dulles,” she Sulgrave. Vaulted ceilings on main Deputy Sheriff’s Coalition. Praised said. level, hardwood floors on main & for her skillful handling of county with the new School upper levels. Short sale & 3rd party approval. Only one trust. Selling As-Is but house is in good shape. Back-up finances in tough economic times, Board. It will be an ANOTHER PRIORITY is rebuild- contracts welcome. 5 mins to Ft. Belvoir, 15 to National Airport, 25/30 to she is known as a consensus- ing the relationship between the Pentaton/D.C. Great Opportunity! builder on the Board of Supervi- Board of Supervisors and the opportunity for new Alex./Woodland $536,000 sors. Fairfax County School Board, 3232 Woodland Lane Bulova won the at-large seat in members of the which currently absorbs 53 percent Lovely 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on a a 2009 special election after her of the County’s $3.3 billion bud- SOLD spectacular .48 wooded lot in prestigious predecessor, U.S. Rep. Gerry School Board to get. Woodland Park. Stunning sunroom addi- Connolly (D-11), moved on to “You know, one of the first things tion in 2006. Cherry cabinets & Corian counters in large remodeled kitchen and Congress. step back and look I’d like to do is have a retreat in updated baths, freshly painted interior At numerous debates, meet-the- February with the new School and newer energy efficient replacement windows. Spacious double carport with candidates forums and at where we’re Board,” she said. “It will be an op- ample storage. Community boat ramp for water access. 5 mins to Ft. Belvoir, 15 to fundraisers, Bulova maintained portunity for new members of the Metro & Old Town, 25 to Natl Airport & 30/35 to Pentagon/D.C. that she is a strong leader who, going and how best School Board to step back and look Alex./Woodland Park $3,295 despite the economic free-fall of to collaborate.” at where we’re going and how best 3225 Woodland Lane the past few years, has preserved to collaborate.” Beautiful, updated contemporary on spectacular .84 acre wooded, waterfront Fairfax County’s quality-of-life — Sharon Bulova “She is fair and competent,” said RENTAL lot w/shared dock. Wonderful view from a standards with a first-rate school supporter Dorothy Massie, a resi- wall of double pane picture windows. system and progressive transportation plans. dent of Greenspring Retirement Community in Remodeled kitchen & master bath suite & “Fairfax County is an exceptional place to live, work Springfield, where Bulova spent the afternoon on newer high efficiency HVAC. Lovely sun porch addition w/gorgeous views of land- scaped brick walkway, patio & water. Lg 2 car garage. Walk to Mt. Vernon Estate and play and grow older comfortably. It’s not that Election Day. “She will be mindful of giving every- or GW bike path. Enjoy a scenic commute along the Potomac River. 5 mins to Ft. way by accident,” she said at a recent candidate’s one equal opportunities to succeed.” Belvoir, 15 to Metro & Old Town, 25 to National Airport & 30/35 to Pentagon/D.C. forum. “Our quality of life is protected, fostered and Al Wiecjorek, another Greenspring resident, said enhanced by an engaged community… Fairfax he voted for Bulova because “she does the right thing. For more information: County’s quality of life remains intact with vibrant She is efficient, capable and hardworking. That’s the www.RexReiley.com parks, libraries and recreational amenities, as well kind of leader we need.” Each Office Independently Owned and Operated www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 5 Election ’11 Northern Virginia Remains Blue a dual referendum on Democratic President Barack Republicans poised to take Obama and Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell. Repub- state Senate even though licans view the potential control of the state Senate as an indication that Virginia is likely to flip in 2012, Democrats maintained voting Republican even though the commonwealth was one of the states that went with Obama in 2008. control in contested races. Perhaps more importantly, with Republicans in con- trol of the state Senate, the congressional redistrict- By Michael Lee Pope ing process will be controlled by the G.O.P. heading Gazette Packet into the next year’s key election. “Folks are riled up and upset with what’s going on epublicans experienced all the seasons in Washington,” said former Republican Gov. George Tuesday night. First there was the spring Allen, who is engaged in a campaign to reclaim his Rof excitement as they gathered at the U.S. Senate seat. “And so you have the energy on Fairview Park Marriott eager to see elec- independents and conservatives and Republicans Bring Home to Soldiers tion returns they hoped would see them take con- with us.” trol of the Virginia state Senate. Then there was the During the Holidays long summer of anticipation, with election returns ALTHOUGH REPUBLICANS were eager to declare Alexandrian 1st Lt. Emily Vernon is requesting slowly arriving from far-flung precincts across the victory, the party failed to make the sweep many were commonwealth. That was followed by a troublesome predicting. In what may have been the most hotly gift cards for her troops in the Mideast. autumn, a time when Republicans watched one tar- contested race in Virginia, freshman incumbent state Please send $5–10 gift cards for: geted state Senate seat after another maintained by Sen. George Barker (D-39) was able to fend off Re- • iTunes • Starbucks • KFC Democratic control. By the winter of discontent, the publican Miller Baker. The race became a target for • Subway • Amazon camera crews packed up and left the ballroom. both parties, and television viewers were besieged Mail before November 18 to: Fairfax County Republican chairman Anthony Bedell with advertisements in the race. In the end, Barker was almost ready to throw in the towel and admit beat Baker 53 percent to 47 percent. Home for Holidays the G.O.P. failed in its attempt to take control of the Other key Northern Virginia races that Republicans Gazette Newspapers Virginia state Senate. were targeting included the open seat created by the 1606 King Street Then everything changed. retirement of state Sen. Mary Margaret Whipple (D- Alexandria, VA 22314 As if spring were arriving yet again, the final pre- 31). After emerging from a bruising primary, Arling- Special thanks to cincts were posted bringing new life to their efforts. ton County Board member Barbara Favola beat Re- Although none of the targeted Democratic seats in publican businesswoman Caren Merrick 58 percent Northern Virginia fell to Republican challengers, a to 42 percent. And former Republican Party of Vir- seat in southwest Virginia moved into the red cat- ginia chairman Jeff Frederick was unable to beat egory when Republican challenger Bill Stanley was longtime incumbent Toddy Puller (D-36), with the declared the winner over Democratic incumbent state incumbent Democrat beating the Republican chal- Sen. Roscoe Reynolds (D-20). Then Republican Bryce lenger 55 percent to 45 percent. Reeves had an 86-vote margin of victory against in- “We certainly need to look at doing better in other cumbent state Sen. Edd Houck (D-17), prompting a areas,” said Bedell. “We are very competitive in recount in a district that stretches from Fairfax County, but we weren’t in Arlington and Al- Fredericksburg to Charlottesville. Shortly before exandria and we need to figure that puzzle out.” midnight, Bedell declared Republican control of the state Senate pending a recount. CELEBRATE “A win is a win, and that’s how you have to look at it,” said Bedell. “As Al Davis used to say, ‘Just win, KISKADEE’S BIRTHDAY! baby.” In Honor of our Anniversary, we have a special gift for YOU… REPUBLICANS SCORED the narrowest win pos- sible, achieving an evenly divided state Senate with 20 - 75% Off Fall Apparel 20 Democratic votes and 20 Republican votes — pending the results of the recount, although recounts AND almost always go to the candidate with the majority 20% Off all Shoes & Boots heading into the recount. With Republican Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling expected to break the tie in organiza- Photo by tional votes for naming committee chairmen, the 5 Days Only! G.O.P. will likely take control of the state Senate and

Wednesday 11/9 - Sunday 11/13 have full control over the executive and legislative Gerald A. Fill branches of the commonwealth headed into the 2012 presidential election. “Virginia is the canary in Barack Obama’s coal mine,” said Del. Tim Hugo (D-40). “There are very few Democrats left south of the Rappahannock River kiskadee /The Gazette once this is done, and I think that makes it a tough A Specialty Boutique dynamic for the president to win in 2012.” in the heart of Del Ray Fair or not, the Virginia election will be viewed as Results Amy Frederick, wife of 2205 Mount Vernon Avenue RACE CANDIDATE VOTE PERCENT State Senate District 39 Democrat George Barker 21,093 53 percent Republican State Senate 703-549-0813 Republican Miller Baker 18,679 47 percent candidate Jeff Frederick, State Senate District 36 Democrat Toddy Puller 15,558 55 percent greets voter Paul Dean at Republican Jeff Frederick 12,531 45 percent the Stratford Landing Mon.–Sat. 10-5 • Sun. 12–5 • Thurs. night until 7 State Senate District 31 Democrat Barbara Favola 24,363 58 percent Precinct. Republican Caren Merrick 17,480 42 percent 6 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Election ’11

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Raba Letteri with School Board candidates Ryan McElveen and Pat Hynes. Friday 11-7 Saturday 10-6 Sunday 11-5 Voters Reject ‘Reform’ Candidates From Page 1 attended Marshall High School, where he Jefferson High School for Science and served as class president and graduated ADMISSION $12 WITH AD $10 Technology, immigrated to the United States with an International Baccalaureate (IB) from Korea as a teenager. He said his expe- diploma. A Phi Betta Kappa graduate from riences as an immigrant, and as a long-term The University of Virginia, he currently American Folk Art, American, English member of the school board, will serve the works in the International Operations and needs of the schools in the future. Policy Office of the Boeing Company, and & Continental Furniture Americana • Art “The current school board has been very is a Mandarin Chinese tutor. • Majolica Prints • Porcelain • Pottery successful putting in place budget cuts and “In the coming term we will also have the adjustments that did not impede our school opportunity to make the school system more Russian Icons English Copper Silver system’s continuing academic improvement,” transparent and accountable, ” McElveen • Nautical Items and Objects D’Art Moon said. “So while our per-pupil cost has said. “We can employ an independent fallen, test scores and other indicators of aca- auditor…and hire an ombudsmen for teach- demic achievement have been on the rise.” ers and parents [so that] we can ensure that After his victory last night, McElveen, the concerns of both groups are heard.” who, at 25, is the youngest candidate in any Ted Velkoff, a Rocky Run resident who has of the races, said he wanted to sleep first. been active in several PTAs, said one of his “Then I will continue doing what I’ve been first priorities as a new School Board mem- doing: listening to the concerns of parents, ber is to “complete a thorough review and teachers and students. We will continue revision of its values and goals…the newly- making Fairfax County Schools the ‘shin- elected School Board must establish the ing schoolhouses on the hill’,” he said. values and goals that will guide its work “I think McElveen offers a fresh perspec- during the upcoming term look forward to tive and Moon provides the continuity the creating a shared vision with the new Board School Board needs,” said Catherin Read, a and with input from FCPS’s constituents.” member of the Fairfax City Democrats. “I Velkoff said he thought voters connected think Ryan has diversity in terms of with the Democratic-endorsed candidates thoughts, experience and perspective. He because they “best represent the sentiments just recently came out of that school sys- and core values of Fairfax County voters.” tem, and the fact that he cares to spend his “I would say the activists were too fo- time making the school system better is just cused on shortcomings, failings and con- amazing.” troversies, and we were focused on aca- demic achievement and 21st century learn- BORN AND RAISED in Vienna, McElveen ing,” Velkoff said.

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U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly watches election returns at the event spon- Fairfax County Office of Election officials dressed patriotically for the sored by the Fairfax Democratic Party at The Waterford at Fair Oaks on long day of voting at the polls: From left, General Registrar Cameron Nov. 8. Quinn, Barbara Scott, Amidla Bersdis and Lougenia Carnell. Democrats Voice Concerns on Statewide Republican Gains From Page 4 make investments today …” Democratic Committee, was not so willing transportation improvements that attract of up in the air, but I’m happy people seem Bulova said he was looking forward to to play nice with the state Republicans. new jobs to Virginia, and generally held to agree with the message that we invest in “buying a new pair of shoes,” and spending “The current Democratic majority has vig- extremist policies of the McDonnell- tomorrow, and that future quality of life of more time with his family. orously fought for funding for our schools, Cuccinelli administration in check,” our children depends on our willingness to Rex Simmons, chair of the Fairfax County advocated for additional revenue to pay for Simmons said.

David Florcryz said he came out to vote because School Board incumbent Supervisor Gerald Hyland, he’s looking for an im- Dan Storck greets voter candidate for reelection, provement in the manage- Ralph Scherer. greets voter Janice Ahlie. ment of taxpayers’ money.

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Elizabeth Doran, daughter of the late former Mayor of Charles Little explains he Alexandria Charles Beatley, Andrew Adamson votes at votes in all elections all the Voters line up to vote on Tuesday at the Stratford landing came out to vote for change. the Hollin Hall Precinct. time. Precinct.

8 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Crime Week in Mount Vernon

Activities reported by the Mt. Vernon use of firearm in commission of a successful bank robbery that police department through Nov. 4. felony. The driver, the 25-year-old occurred between 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. male, was charged with felony on Saturday, Oct. 29. Detectives New Executive Director speeding to elude and additional believe that all three of these were ARREST charges are pending further likely committed by the same Named To Lead SFDC Police arrested three men in investigation. Anyone with suspects. First, around 11 a.m., a information is asked to contact Crime woman entered the Sun Trust Bank David Versel has joined the Southeast Fairfax Development connection with the robbery of a 7- Eleven Store and a subsequent series Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/ at 5922 Richmond Highway, and Corporation as executive director. of traffic crashes in the Beacon Hill 8477, e-mail at attempted to rob the teller. The teller Versel comes to SFDC with 14 years’ experience working area. Police were called to a robbery www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text questioned her and the suspect left. “TIP187” plus a message to CRIMES/ No one was injured. In a second with local governments, real estate developers and institu- that took place at 2800 Beacon Hill Road just before 11 p.m. Thursday, 274637 or call Fairfax County Police attempt, moments later, a man and tions all over the U.S. He brings a range of expertise includ- Oct. 27. A clerk was tending to at 703-691-2131. woman entered the Wells Fargo Bank ing real estate market and feasibility work, revitalization plan- customers when three men at 6300 Richmond Highway, implied a weapon and demanded money. For ning, transit-oriented development planning, fiscal/economic approached the store. Two of the ASSAULT men entered; one of them produced a unknown reasons, they left the bank impact analysis, tourism development, and arts/cultural de- gun and demanded money. The clerk Police are investigating a report of without any money. Then, around velopment. A native of Rockville, Md., he has a B.A. in ar- complied and the two men joined the a 14-year-old girl that was allegedly 12:22 p.m., a man entered the BB&T grabbed while walking to school on bank at 6618 Richmond Highway, chitecture from Washington University and a master of city other and fled in their white Mercury Mountaineer. Witnesses provided Friday, Oct. 28 around 7 a.m. The implied a weapon and demanded planning degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. officers with a license plate number incident occurred near the money. The teller handed over an He has spent most of his career as a consultant, most promi- and officers were quickly able to intersection of Quisenberry Drive and undisclosed amount of cash and the Kings Hill Court. A man offered the suspect fled. The male suspect was nently for the Washington, D.C. office of Economics Research track the suspects, following them on several roads in the area. The girl a ride to school; she ignored him described as black, in his 20s and Associates. He later worked as a staff planner for the South- Mountaineer struck two civilian and continued walking. The man about 5 feet 7 inches tall, with a thin ern Maine Regional Planning Commission and ran his own vehicles near Fairhaven Ave. as it grabbed her; she kicked him and fled. build and a medium complexion. In Police were not immediately notified the first robbery, he was wearing a consulting practice for several years. drove southbound on Richmond Highway. After these crashes, it of the incident but have subsequently red beanie hat and a dark-colored The SFDC is a non-profit organization established to revi- crossed into oncoming traffic near investigated, contacted neighbors sweater. The female suspect was talize, market, and serve as a liaison for businesses looking Quander Road and struck an officer’s and canvassed the area. The described as black, in her 20s and investigation is ongoing. The suspect about 5 feet tall, with a thin to to establish a presence along the Richmond Highway corri- cruiser. This crash resulted in injury to the officer and disabling of the is described as Hispanic, between 30- medium build. She had long, red hair dor area from the Capital Beltway to Fort Belvoir. suspect’s vehicle. The men tried to 35 years old, around 5 feet 10 inches and was wearing light-colored flee on foot but were apprehended tall and wearing a dark, puffy coat. clothing. Police do not have nearby. The investigation also He stood near a vehicle described as surveillance video or photographs at House Fire Under determined that the suspect’s an older model gray or black 4-door this time. Anyone with information is Mountaineer was reportedly stolen vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by from a resident of Prince Georges asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e- Investigation County, Md. Police charged a 17- phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e- mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org Fairfax County Fire and Rescue department units responded year-old from Washington, D.C., with mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus a message to robbery and use of firearm in the or text “TIP187” plus a message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax to a house fire, Tuesday, Nov. 8, at approximately 1:15 a.m. commission of a felony. They also CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131. in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County. The single family charged a 48-year-old male of the County Police at 703-691-2131. home is located at 5500 Sheldon Drive. 12800 block of Ashbury Drive in Fort BURGLARY Washington, Md., and a 25-year-old BANK ROBBERY Firefighters encountered a brick, two-story home fully in- male of the 1400 block of Indian A home in the 6000 block of Rixey volved with fire upon arrival. Firefighters confirmed the Head Highway, Oxon Hill, Md., with Police responded to two bank Drive was burglarized between 8:30 robbery attempts and one See Crime, Page 9 occupants were out of the home and conducted extensive robbery of a business with a gun and defensive operations in extinguishing the fire. It took firefighters approximately 70 minutes to bring the fire un- der control. Two occupants have been displaced. There were no smoke alarms in the home. There were no injuries. Red Cross is assisting the occupants. Visit These Houses of Worship The home is a total loss, valued at approximately $240,000. The fire is under investigation. Join A Club, Make New Friends, or Expand Your Horizons... Cub Scout Pack 1509 Good Shepherd Christ the Saviour Catholic Church To Collect Food Anglican Church On Saturday, Nov. 12, the boys of Cub Scout Pack 1509 Mass Schedule “To Love & Serve the Lord with and Boy Scout Troop 1509 in Mt Vernon, will be collecting Gladness & Singleness of Heart” Saturday Evening Weekdays food to help the hungry in the community. All food col- 5:00 pm; 6:30 pm (en Español) (Mass or Communion Location – Washington Mill E.S. 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Honoring those in www.MountVernonGazette.com Newspaper of Mount Vernon On Veterans Day 2011 military service. @MtVernonGazette An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered ore than 6,000 U.S. military in Iraq on April 22, 2010. Steven J. Bishop, 29 of to homes and businesses. Christianburg, was killed March 13, 2010 in Iraq. vehicle in Afghanistan on Aug. 12, 2007. Jonathan 1606 King Street service men and women have Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Kielin T. Dunn, 19 of Chesapeake, was killed Feb. D. Winterbottom, 21, of Falls Church, died in Iraq died in Iraq and Afghanistan on May 23, 2007, when an IED exploded near his Free digital edition delivered to M 18, 2010 in Afghanistan. Brandon T. Islip, 23 of your email box since Sept. 11, 2001. More Richmond, was killed Nov. 29, 2009, in Afghani- vehicle. Email name, mailing & email address to [email protected]. than 50,000 have been wounded. stan. Stephan L. Mace, 21 of Lovettsville, died Oct. Nicholas Rapavi, 22, of Springfield, died Nov. On Veterans Day, we honor and thank all 24, 2006, of wounds received during combat in 3, 2009 in Afghanistan. NEWS DEPARTMENT: those who have served in the military, in times Bill Cahir, 40 of Alexandria, died Aug. 13, 2009 Anbar province in Iraq. Army Cpl. Andy D. Ander- To discuss ideas and concerns, son, 24, was killed by enemy fire in Ar Ramadi, Call: 703-778-9410 of war and peace. It’s an important moment to of a gunshot wound while conducting combat op- e-mail: evaluate how we are serving the needs of vet- erations in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan. Iraq on Tuesday, June 6, 2006. [email protected] erans as well. The Post-9/11 GI Bill dramati- After 9/11, Cahir left his career as a journalist to Airman 1st Class LeeBernard E. Chavis, 21, was Steven Mauren killed Oct. 14, 2006, by sniper fire in Iraq, trying Editor, 703-778-9415 cally increases the educational benefits ex- join the Marine Corps, and got a special exemp- [email protected] tended to members of the military who have tion from Congress after his application to become to protect civilians from a roadside bomb. Spc. Robert Drawl Jr., 21, a 2003 graduate of Michael Lee Pope served at least three months of active duty since a Marine was denied because of his age. Reporter, 703-615-0960 T.C. Williams High School, was killed by a bomb [email protected] Sept. 11, 2001. Steps to provide better, faster Fairfax Station resident Pfc. Dillon Jutras, 20, @MichaelLeePope was killed in combat operations in Al Anbar Prov- in Kunar, Afghanistan, on Aug. 19, 2006. and more responsive health care to veterans, U.S. Army Specialist Felipe J. Garcia Villareal, Steve Hibbard including mental health care are underway, but ince of Iraq Oct. 29, 2005. Associate Editor, 703-778-9412 26 of Burke, was injured in Iraq and flown to [email protected] have a long way to go. Here, we must commit Lance Cpl. Daniel Ryan Bennett, 23 of Clifton died Jan. 11, 2009, in Helmand province, Afghani- Washington Hospital Center, where he died Feb. the resources to do better. Jon Roetman stan. “He loved his country, and we’re so proud of 12, 2006. He was a graduate of Herndon High Sports Editor, 703-224-3015 More than 175 U.S. military service person- [email protected] him,” said his mother. School. @jonroetman nel from Virginia have been killed in Iraq and 2nd Lt. Sean P. O’Connor of Burke died Oct. 19, Capt. Shane R. M. Mahaffee, 36, a 1987 gradu- Afghanistan, including several in the last year. 2008 while stationed at Hunter Army Air Field, ate of Mount Vernon High School, died May 15, ADVERTISING: To place an advertisement, call the ad Aaron Carson Vaughn, 30, was one of 30 Ameri- Savannah, Ga. O’Connor was an athlete in soccer, 2006. He was a lawyer, married, with two chil- department between 9 a.m. and can service members and 22 Navy SEALs killed baseball and football who attended Fairfax County dren. His parents live in Alexandria. 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Aug. 6, 2011 when their Chinook helicopter was Public Schools and was a 1999 graduate of Bishop U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Nicholas Kirven, 21, was Display ads 703-778-9410 shot down in Afghanistan. Vaughn’s family has ties killed in Afghanistan in 2005 during a firefight in Classified ads 703-778-9411 Denis J. O’Connell High School in Arlington. Employment ads 703-778-9413 to McLean and Burke. He is survived by his wife, Pfc. David Sharrett, 27 of Oakton, died Jan, 16, a cave with insurgents. He enlisted while still in e-mail: [email protected] Kimberly, and their two small children. 2008 in Iraq. On Oct. 24, 2008, his father, David high school after 9/11. Maj. William F. Hecker III, Spc. Douglas Jay Green, 23 of Sterling, died a 1987 graduate of McLean High School, was Julie Ferrill H. Sharrett, was on hand along with former U.S. Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 Aug. 28, 2011. when insurgents attacked his unit Rep. Tom Davis (R) as the Oakton Post Office on killed in action in An Najaf, Iraq, Jan. 5, 2005. [email protected] using a roadside bomb in Kandahar province, Af- Staff Sgt. Ayman Taha, 31, of Vienna, was killed White Granite Drive was renamed to honor his son. Helen Walutes ghanistan. Green enlisted in 2007, after attend- Dec. 30, 2005, when an enemy munitions cache Display Advertising, 703-224-3028 Four months after the knock on the door that [email protected] ing Potomac Falls High School. notified David Sharrett Sr. that his son had been he was prepping for demolition exploded. Army Capt. Chris Petty of Vienna was killed Jan. 5, 2006. Andrea Smith killed fighting in Iraq came a second knock, in- Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 OTHER RECENT Virginia deaths: forming him his son might have been killed by Staff Sgt. George T. Alexander Jr., the 2,000th [email protected] Staff Sgt. James Ronald Leep Jr., 44 of Rich- friendly fire. The father’s four-year efforts to learn soldier to be killed in Iraq, was literally born into Barbara Parkinson mond, died Oct. 17, 2011 at Forward Operating the Army here in Northern Virginia at DeWitt Army Employment Advertising the truth about his son’s death are part of a movie 703-778-9413 Base Kalsu near Iskandariya in Babil province, titled, “A Second Knock At The Door.” Hospital at Fort Belvoir. Alexander died at Brooke [email protected] Iraq. Army 1st Lt. Thomas J. Brown, a George Ma- Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. Spc. Levi Efrain Nuncio, 24 of Harrisonburg, son University graduate and Burke resident, died 22, 2005, of injuries sustained in Samarra, Iraq, Publisher Jerry Vernon died June 22, 2011 when enemy forces attacked on Sept. 23, 2008, while serving in Iraq. His unit Oct. 17. his unit with small-arms fire in the Narang dis- Lt. Col. Thomas A. Wren, 44, of Lorton, died in Editor & Publisher came under small arms fire, and Brown, 26, died Mary Kimm trict of Kunar province, Afghanistan. from his wounds. Tallil, Iraq on Nov. 5, 2005. Marine Capt. Michael 703-778-9433 Martino, 32 of the City of Fairfax, died Nov. 2, [email protected] Capt. Michael Wray Newton, 30 of Newport @MaryKimm News, died June 11, 2011 in Meymaneh, Faryab HERE ARE the names of some of the local 2005, when his helicopter was brought down in Iraq. Editor in Chief province, Afghanistan. men and women who have died in Iraq and Steven Mauren Capt. Charles A. Ransom, 31, of Midlothian was 1st Lt. Laura M. Walker of Oakton was killed Photography: Afghanistan. We repeat these names at least Louise Krafft one of eight airmen who died April 27, 2011, at on Aug. 18, 2005, in Kandahar, Afghanistan. CW4 Art/Design: twice a year on Memorial Day and Veterans Matthew S. Lourey of Lorton died from injuries Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, John the Kabul International Airport, Afghanistan, from Heinly, John Smith gunfire. Sgt. Sean T. Callahan, 23, of Warrenton Day to honor their service and to keep their sustained on May 26, 2005 in Buhriz, Iraq. Production Manager: was one of two Marines who died April 23, 2011 memories in our consciousness. Operations Officer Helge Boes of Fairfax was Jean Card in combat in Helmand, Afghanistan: If you know of someone who should be in- killed on Feb. 5, 2003, while participating in CIRCULATION: 703-778-9427 Sgt. 1st Class Anthony Venetz Jr., 30, of Prince cluded in this list, or if you would like to share counterterrorism efforts in eastern Afghanistan. Circulation Manager: how you are honoring the memory of a family Ann Oliver William died Jan. 28, 2011 in Afghanistan, in a Among other local lives lost: Lance Cpl. Tavon [email protected] non-combat incident. Venetz had been seriously member or friend lost, or about the progress Lee Hubbard, 24, of Reston; 1st Lt. Alexander wounded months before. of someone injured, please let us know. Wetherbee, 27, of McLean; 1st Lt. Jeff Kaylor, 25, CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, of Clifton; Coast Guard Petty Officer Nathan B. L.L.C. Spc. Sean R. Cutsforth, 22, of Radford died Dec. Sgt. Scott Kirkpatrick, 26, died on Aug. 11, Peter Labovitz 15, 2010 in Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked 2007, in Arab Jabour, Iraq. Kirkpatrick, who Bruckenthal, 24, of Herndon; Army Chief Warrant President/CEO his unit using small arms fire. graduated from Park View High School in Ster- Officer Sharon T. Swartworth, 43, of Mount Mary Kimm Spc. William K. Middleton, 26, of Norfolk, was ling, and also considered Herndon and Reston as Vernon; Command Sgt. Maj. James D. Publisher/Chief Operating Officer [email protected] one of two soldiers who died Nov. 22 in Afghani- his hometowns, was a champion slam poet. His Blankenbecler, 40, of Mount Vernon; Capt. James F. Adamouski, 29, of Springfield; Sgt. DeForest L. Jerry Vernon stan, when insurgents attacked with an improvised father, Ed Kirkpatrick, calls him the “warrior poet,” Publisher/Executive Vice President explosive device. and he and his wife help injured vets at Walter Talbert, 22, of Alexandria; Marine Cpl. Binh N. [email protected] Staff Sgt. Christopher F. Cabacoy, 30, of Virginia Reed through the Yellow Ribbon fund Le, 20, of Alexandria; Staff Sgt. Russell Verdugo, Wesley DeBrosse Beach, was one of two soldiers who died July 5, (www.yellowribbonfund.org). 34, of Alexandria. Army Capt. Mark N. Controller 2010, in Kandahar, Afghanistan, when insurgents Ami Neiberger-Miller of Sterling lost her brother, Stubenhofer, 30, from Springfield; Marine Gun- Debbie Funk National Sales, 703-778-9444 attacked their vehicle with an improvised explo- U.S. Army Spc. Christopher Neiberger, in August nery Sgt. Javier Obleas-Prado Pena, 36, from Falls [email protected] sive device. 2007 when he was killed by a roadside bomb while Church; Marine Sgt. Krisna Nachampassak, 27, Jeanne Theismann Pfc. Benjamin J. Park, 25, of Fairfax Station, Va., serving in Baghdad, Iraq. He was 22. Since her from Burke; Army Staff Sgt. Nathaniel J. Nyren, Special Assistant to the Publisher died June 18, 2010 at Zhari district, Kandahar, brother’s death, Neiberger-Miller has devoted her- 31, from Reston; Marine Lance Cpl. Tenzin 703-778-9436 [email protected] Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when insurgents self to the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survi- Dengkhim, 19, from Falls Church; Navy Chief Joel @TheismannMedia attacked his unit with an improvised explosive de- vors (www.taps.org), which provides emotional Egan Baldwin, 37, from Arlington; Maj. Joseph A Connection Newspaper vice. support and other services for families of the McCloud, of Alexandria, and Major Gloria D. May 12, 2010, Donald J. Lamar II, 23 of fallen. Davis, 47 of Lorton. Fredericksburg, was killed in Afghanistan. Chris- Staff Sgt. Jesse G. Clowers Jr., 27, of Herndon, topher D. Worrell, 35 of Virginia Beach, was killed died when an improvised bomb exploded near his — Mary Kimm

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Members of the Mount Vernon High School Class of 1970 A Gift gathered at the entrance of the high school on Saturday morning, Nov. 5, for the presentation of a class gift, a new bench. Class president Larry Paxton, organizing the event, invited area alumni to participate. Present were: Beverly Wesley Dasch, Larry Fullerton, Larry Paxton, Bev Childers, Karen Tice, Betty Schurtz Sneed, Cathy Sweatt Baron, Vicki Breault Schofield and Cathy Car- penter, mother of Missie who was unable to attend. Any alumni classes interested in donating benches for the school entrance should contact Bob Maxey, the director of Student Activities at Mount Vernon High School.

Letters to the Editor Thank You Voters Fort Hunt Park: To the Editor: The following open letter is addressed to A Jewel As Is Mount Vernon District residents. To the Editor: Thank you Mt. Vernon District voters An open letter to the U.S. Park Service: for your very strong vote of support and What a day (Sat 11-5) in Fort Hunt Park! my reelection as the Mt. Vernon District Clear skies, crisp temps, fall colors, and lots of people. The regular users were out in force; member of the Fairfax County School The Park Service “Learn to Bike Program” was quite Board. I greatly value and appreciate busy; your trust and confidence in me and I The Minnesota State Society had gathered for a pic- look forward to the opportunity to rep- nic; 750 people were doing a memorial run for local hero resent you for another four years. Tony Snow; I know that there is still much to be And, that was just the morning! done on behalf of Fairfax County chil- You and your staff are to be saluted for making such activities possible. dren and Mt. Vernon District residents. Also, you are to be congratulated for your interest in To start, I will be sharing my experi- the future of the park. ences with the six new School Board But, we would urge you to recognize and preserve the members, while listening and working success of your work. Do not remove the roads, do not take out the pavil- with them to increase their under- ions, do not mess up the place. standing of our students’ needs, par- Add all the interpretative programs you want … they ticularly those from the Mt. Vernon will enhance the park. District. We have some major chal- But, do not worry about overuse and “… too many people on the grass.” lenges ahead, including securing the That is a good problem to have … and why the park funding necessary to keep our schools’ is even there. world class, selecting the right new Recognize Fort Hunt Park is a jewel as is … keep it superintendent, ensuring the appropri- that way! John and Barsha Shepherd ate academic and technical courses are available to meet each student’s needs, and guiding our school system through Halloween Memories the internet revolution which is trans- To the Editor: forming learning. I look forward to As someone who lived in Waynewood for 38 continuing my School Board and com- years, your article on Brian and Jeff Park (“The munity leadership roles on behalf of Science of Spooky”) brought back wonderful you and all our children. memories of our time in Northern Virginia. It With your continued involvement wasn’t Halloween without a visit to their dis- and support, our students’ perfor- play, and “kids” that we were, my wife and I mance will continue to improve and enjoyed the fun as much as did our two young our schools will remain the world class daughters. If my memory serves me correctly, I standard of education that attracts so recall that the Park’s also had a small-gauge rail- many families and businesses to Fairfax way system running around one (possibly both) County. Please don’t hesitate to con- of their homes. The brothers always could be tact me at [email protected]. It is counted on to present us with something both an honor serving you. unusual and delightful. Dan Storck Theodore J. Cohen, Ph.D. Mt. Vernon District Member Langhorne, Pa. Fairfax County School Board www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 11 Community

Kealy Rudersdorf, a volunteer at the Arcadia Mobile Charlie Perryman plays Market talks about the future plans for the mobile market the fiddle with the providing farm fresh produce to the underserved areas of Naked Mountain Boys the District and Alexandria. Blue Grass Band. The Vices That Made Virginia A culinary celebration on the farm and fields of Arcadia.

Autumn at the farm at Woodlawn Plantation, site of the “Vices That Made Virginia” event on Saturday, Nov. 5.

Local cheeses are paired with chutney’s for tasting at the afternoon fete. Dave and Sherri Zadareky step Todd and Maria Lechner return out in costume after being photo- from a walk in the newly culti- graphed in the picture booth Ernesto Castedo vated Arcadia farm garden at donated to the event by the Little with Star Catering Woodlawn. Theatre of Alexandria. prepares a chilled glass for a guest at his wine and bourbon bar.

The mansion house at Woodlawn Plantation.

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In September 2011, 105 homes sold between $1,700,000-$44,000 in the Mount Vernon area.

1 8713 Winthrop Drive, Mount Vernon — $1,700,000

2 8839 Fort Hunt Road, Mount Vernon — $1,500,000

3 6029 Woodmont Road, 4 9060 Tower House Place, Mount Vernon — $1,290,000 Mount Vernon — $1,234,000

3 7 5

5 1929 Summit Terrace, 6 8015 Washington Avenue, Mount Vernon — $1,052,000 Mount Vernon — $1,000,000

6 Address ...... BR FB HB ... Postal City .... Sold Price ... Type ...... Lot AC .. PostalCode ... Subdivision ...... Date Sold

1 8713 WINTHROP DR ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,700,000 .... Detached ...... 0.52 ..... 22308 ...... PLYMOUTH HAVEN ...... 09/02/11

2 8839 FORT HUNT RD ...... 6 ... 4 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,500,000 .... Detached ...... 0.52 ..... 22308 ...... PLYMOUTH HAVEN ...... 09/12/11

3 6029 WOODMONT RD ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,290,000 .... Detached ...... 0.34 ..... 22307 ...... BELLE HAVEN ...... 09/01/11 1 2 4 9060 TOWER HOUSE PL .... 5 ... 5 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,234,000 .... Detached ...... 0.38 ..... 22308 .. RIVERVIEW @ MT VERNO .... 09/01/11

5 1929 SUMMIT TER ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,052,000 .... Detached ...... 0.20 ..... 22307 ...... BELLE HAVEN ...... 09/28/11 4

6 8015 WASHINGTON AVE ... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,000,000 .... Detached ...... 0.34 ..... 22308 .... WELLINGTON ESTATES ...... 09/02/11

7 6110 EDGEWOOD TER ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $930,000 .... Detached ...... 0.20 ..... 22307 ...... BELLE HAVEN ...... 09/26/11 Source: MRIS, Inc. For more information on MRIS, visit www.mris.com © Google Map data

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Many approaches, GO GREEN most include When Holly and Rick Wolff bought a second home in their green-design elements. North Arlington neighborhood, they gutted and remodeled it. Hav- ing lived across the street in a By Marilyn Campbell smaller home for 30 years, they The Gazette wanted more space, especially in the kitchen. hether used to sip “[Our previous house] had a tiny morning coffee or kitchen, and I wanted a big kitchen Wto host a large din- with an island where our family ner party, the could congregate and talk and re- kitchen is often the most occupied lax,” said Holly Wolff. room in a home. Local interior de- Environmentally active since they signers and the National Kitchen started a paper recycling program and Bath Association say the trendi- as students at George Washington est kitchen design elements of 2011 University, the Wolffs hired green and 2012 are glass, cabinetry with architect David Peabody, to design dark finishes, energy-efficient light- the new kitchen. ing and accessories, double-wall “Almost everything in the kitchen ovens, walk-in pantries and induc- is green,” said Holly Wolff. “Our tion cook tops. cabinets are bamboo. We have a cork floor that is sustainable. Our ELEGANT AND DARK Photo courtesy 2 Ivy Lane Interiors counters are Riverstone concrete.” The owner of a home in Old Town This Mount Vernon kitchen, designed by Alex Deringer and Courtney Cox of 2 Ivy Lane Peabody, an Alexandria-based Alexandria eschewed glossy Interiors, has a dramatic skylight and large windows to let in natural light. architect, added a long wall of win- countertops and embraced dark wood cabinetry during a recent remodel of her kitchen. The home, which was built in the 1880s, has large rooms with high ceilings and bay windows. When the homeowner decided to renovate the kitchen, she wanted a design that was compatible with the home’s exist- ing architecture. “For this new kitchen, we wanted an open, flowing work space, a large island and room for a family dining table,” said the Photos by homeowner. She hired designer Sarah Pak, who added custom cabinets in cherry wood and used

Marilyn Campbell honed black granite for the counters. There is an island in the center of the room that is topped with granite in shades of gray, green and red. “[Manufacturers] now have the ability to finish stone to give it more interesting fea- tures,” said Pak. “Counters now have stone with a softer finish, moving away from the Alexandria based interior designer Sarah Pak used custom cherry 90’s countertop that is slick and shiny.” wood cabinets and honed black granite counters when she remod- Cabinet-covered appliances give the eled the kitchen of this Old Town Alexandria home. The homeowner kitchen a clean, polished look. wanted the kitchen to be an open, flowing workspace with a large “The backsplash is a nod to Victorian island and room for a family dining table. whimsy,” she said. “It has a variety of tile shapes, dimensions and sizes in a creamy signed, painted wood cabinets, in- dows and placed the sink in the middle. The crackle finish.” rich colors and a variety of surface textures,” cluding some glass-front cabinets with in- breakfast room, which was once a screened The kitchen has two sinks. One is wide said the homeowner. terior lighting. The island has a rosewood porch, is now enclosed in glass and adjoins and deep to accommodate the grill from the counter surface, creating a dramatic con- the kitchen. cooktop during cleaning. “There is a small LET THERE BE LIGHT trast against the light-hued wood. “What we decided to do was to expand black prep sink in the island that adds func- When Alexandria-based designers Alex “The appliances have cabinet overlays, so the kitchen out in the back about six feet tionality to the work space,” said the ho- Deringer and Courtney Cox of 2 Ivy Lane they blend in with the rest of the cabinetry,” and then enclose the porch so it is one meowner. Interiors designed a kitchen in the Mount said Cox. “Custom cabinets give you a more streaming room,” said Holly Wolff. “It added The homeowner chose hardwood floors Vernon area recently, they took a light ap- refined look.” all this light to the back end of the house. with radiant heating and stained them to proach. The most dramatic feature in this room We put windows everywhere we could. Now match the original heart pine flooring in the The homeowners wanted a spacious and is the colossal skylight above the island. we have light everywhere: sun tubes, sky- other rooms of the house. elegant room for entertaining that also ac- Other large windows add additional natu- lights. David is a firm believer in light.” “Pak [helped create] the design aesthetic commodated their children. ral light. Peabody used energy-efficient lighting, that works so well in this house—a combi- The result was a kitchen with white “[This owner] is a very light-driven per- nation of a simple, clean, elegant look with marble counters and white, custom-de- son,” said Deringer. See Kitchen Confidential, Page 18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 17 HomeLifeStyle Kitchen Confidential

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including LED downlighting and compact florescent lighting. “The most appealing features [of the kitchen are]…its views to the very private wooded back yard [and] the cabinetry that works rather seamlessly with the adjoin- ing spaces,” said Peabody. The couple tasked interior de- signer Sarah Pak of SPI Design with choosing accessories and ap- pliances such as their Bosch range and oven, Kitchen Aid dishwasher and GE Monogram Spacemaker microwave. The dishwasher and refrigerator are EnergyStar rated. “When sustainable design is in- tegrated into the project from the beginning, you do not have to compromise beauty and function nor pay an elaborate premium,” said Peabody.

WHEN PASSIONATE COOKS with a flair for coordinating col- ors and a commitment to energy efficiency collaborate on a kitchen design project, it is no surprise that the end result incorporates current trends. That is what happened when David Bauer, an environ- mental consultant, and Joanne Bauer, a museum curator and art- ist, hired Alexandria-based archi- tect Laura Campbell to remodel their Reston home. The couple had lived in their home for 20 years when they de- cided to do a major renovation. “The kitchen was so small that you could only open one appliance at a time,” said Joanne Bauer. “I cook a lot, and we entertain a lot. When we had a lot of people over, I was always holed up in the kitchen while everyone else was having a good time [in another part of the house].” The Bauers wanted their kitchen to be a spacious room in which family and friends could flow in and out freely. “[Our new kitchen] is the kind of kitchen where [there is room for] people to help with cooking. It has an open floor plan and works well for entertaining,” said Bauer. “Now what was once our kitchen is a walk-in pantry,” Because their appliances can be seen from the living room, the design covered them with cherry wood cabinet fronts and attached brushed stainless steel pulls for opening and closing. Campbell created a niche just outside the kitchen where Joanne Bauer could display art, including her own.

18 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com HomeLifeStyle I’m Phillip Norris - Your Alexandria Neighbor …for probably as long as you’ve This home, purchased by lived in Alexandria. My wife and I grew up here. I’m a finish carpenter former Hewlett Packard chief with 30 yrs. experience. executive Carly Fiorina sits My work is meticulous, and I on 5.1 acres and has six take great pride in completing jobs bedrooms, eight bathrooms on time, and on budget. Let me give and two half-bathrooms. It you a quote on that home project has spectacular views of the you’ve been thinking about and river from virtually every check it off your list! My prices are room. reflective of the times. Finish Carpentry & Trim Works All photos courtesy of Sue Goodheart, Licensed • Bonded • Insured • References Upon Request. of McEnearney Associates Ofc: 703.684.5215 Cell: 703.403.2994 [email protected] $6.1 Million for Waterfront Home

floors. Ideal for entertaining, the home has a library and a large library that overlooks the gardens. High profile buyers “It was built in 1870 and has … eight fireplaces and beautiful gardens,” said Goodheart. She says the acquire top properties. double lot, large for the area, was another attraction for buyers. While those homes are no longer on the market, By Marilyn Campbell Goodheart says there are others that are just as spec- The Connection tacular. She names, a $4.85 million home on Fairfax Street in the heart of Old Town with six bedrooms, ome waterfront and Alexandria real estate four bathrooms, two half-bathrooms and an air-con- gems have been scooped up recently. Former ditioned two-car garage. SHewlett Packard chief executive Carly Originally built in 1770, it is an 8,000-square-foot Fiorina shelled out $6.1 million for a home home on a quarter-acre lot. The home has built- in along the Potomac River on Gunston Road in the book cases, antique limestone mantels on six fire- Mason Neck section of Alexandria. places and ceramic tile in the bathrooms. It has grand The house, which originally listed for $7.7 million, rooms for entertaining. Other amenities include an sits on 5.1 acres and has six bedrooms, eight bath- historic smokehouse and a chef’s kitchen with an rooms and two half-bathrooms. It sold in Septem- adjoining breakfast room. ber. “This home is located on a par- ticularly beautiful part of the Potomac River,” said listing agent How to Get Your Mount Vernon Sue Goodheart of McEnearney As- sociates. “The lot was leveled so People, Event and Business News that you can have direct access to into the Mount Vernon Gazette the water. In every room you have a spectacular view of the river. Business Notes • Business People • People Page There are a lot of open areas and The Mount Vernon Gazette contains notes and news briefs about open stairwells.” Goodheart says local businesses, people and events every week. While we cannot the home is in a gated community, guarantee that every person, business or event about which we receive information will appear in the paper, here is the information we need offering privacy. for your news to be considered. We welcome photographs of successful, Ferry Point is the location of an- recent events and people whose accomplishments or awards are other Alexandria water-front prop- submitted. Be sure everyone in the photograph is identified. erty which sold recently. Originally What is News? Awards; community service; celebrations; listed at $10.7 million, the 7,000- anniversaries; obituaries; career promotions; new initiatives; major accomplishments; new locations; special events such as: scouting award square-foot home sold in August ceremonies; nonprofit fundraisers; concerts; exhibits and shows; for $8.2 million. It sits on 11.7 classes; seminars; book signings; youth sports notices, activities and acres and has six bedrooms, five awards; service club notices; religious notices, etc. bathrooms and one half- bath- Your release must include: room. A winding, tree-lined • Name of Person, and Business, Organization or Event driveway leads visitors through • Address of the Business, Organization or Event the lush grounds to the main the • Day of the Week, Date and Time of Event house. The property includes a • Name and Phone Number for More Information carriage house with a two- bed- • Three Paragraphs Describing Your News…Who, What, room, one-bathroom guest apart- Where, When and Why ment. Please submit your calendar information at least two weeks before The main house features four your event. Clear photographs from similar previous events are fireplaces including one outdoor always welcome. All events should be open to the public. We give fireplace, a pool, a green house, first priority to free events. E-mail listings to: stables and a boat dock. [email protected] In Old Town, a five- bedroom, or mail to: four-and-a-half- bathroom home Calendar, Connection Newspapers in the historic district sold for 1606 King Street $3.5 million, originally listed at Alexandria, VA 22314. $4 million. The four- story home For more information, call 703-778-9410. includes a pool, 12-foot ceilings and eight fireplaces. It still has The living room and master bedroom of this Gunston the original woodwork and Road waterfront home offer views of the river. www.connectionnewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 19 Theater Hilarious Hijinks With ‘Noises Off’ LTA’s production is not to be missed.

By Jeanne Theismann Gazette Packet

hen “Noises Off” made its Broad- Wway debut in December of 1983, New York Times critic Frank Rich — often known as the Butcher of Broadway — said it “is, was, and probably always will be the funniest play written in my lifetime.” His comments propelled English playwright Michael Frayn to international fame and set off a quest for theater companies around the world to replicate the hilarious hijinks for lo- cal audiences. With an ingeniously synchronized script, “Noises Off” demands impeccable technique Photo by Shane Canfield Photo by Shane Canfield and spot-on timing to succeed and The Little Kat Sanchez as Brooke, Gayle Nichols-Grimes as Dotty, Ron Bianchi as Adam Downs as Garry and Kat Theatre of Alexandria does not disappoint. Selsdon, John Crowley as Timothy, and Rachael Hubbard as Belinda. Sanchez as Brooke. “Chris is just brilliant to work with,” said Gayle Nichols-Grimes of director C. Evans cast that is surely one of the most finely-tuned Rounding out the cast is Ron Bianchi as lov- be a standard set is actually a giant turntable Kirk. “The show requires so much precision ensembles ever assembled. Nichols-Grimes able lush Selsdon Mowbray and LTA new- that rotates 180 degrees between scenes. and concentration and Chris pulled it all to- is joined by Bruce Alan Rauscher, Adam comer John Crowley as stage manager and Some of the funniest moments in “Noises Off” gether for us.” Downs, Kat Sanchez, Elizabeth Heir, Lars “Nothing On” understudy Timothy Allgood. come during the backstage brawls and bed- For those unfamiliar with “Noises Off,” it is Klores, Rachel Hubbard, John Crowley and The role of Belinda Blair is played by Rachel lam that arise from the intricately crafted sce- a play-within-a-play where each of three acts Ron Bianchi. As a team they execute with Hubbard, who especially shines in the over- nic design. is a performance of the first act of the fic- razor-sharp precision Frayn’s descent into the-top syncopated slapstick of Act Two. The original 1982 London production of tional farce titled “Nothing On.” delirium. What sounds confusing is spectacularly funny “Noises Off” won the Evening Standard and Act One opens on the final run through of The award-winning Nichols-Grimes plays as each member of the cast exhibits unparal- Olivier Awards for Best Comedy. The follow- “Nothing On.” Things are not going well as with aplomb the questionable competence leled verbal dexterity and physical agility. ing year, it earned a Tony Award nomination the frustrated director is faced with a cast of of faded star Dotty Otley, who is financing In an evening of highs, no one does brain- for Best Play when it opened in New York as has-been and wanna-be actors still fumbling the disastrous “Nothing On.” Dotty is directed less more beautifully than Sanchez while well as a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding with missed cues and misspoken lines. by the self-important cad Lloyd Dallas, played Downs and Bianchi turn in the solid perfor- Ensemble. In Act Two, the same opening act is ob- to arrogant and exasperated perfection by mances theater audiences have come to ex- Under Kirk’s tautly timed direction, the served from backstage during a matinee per- Helen Hayes nominee Bruce Alan Rauscher. pect. In the midst of all the madcap mayhem, dazzling LTA cast is peerless in delivering an formance one month later. Lloyd is one part of a three-way gnarled Klores delivers an unflappable deadpan per- evening of side-splitting, laugh-’til-you-cry Act Three is yet again the opening act of romance involving terminally underdressed formance while Crowley and Heir are delight- hilarity. It is as clever and comical a show ever “Nothing On,” a bungling performance seen ingénue Brooke Ashton (Kat Sanchez) and ful as the frantic stage managers trying to hold performed and is not to be missed. from the audience during its final stop on the stage manager Poppy Norton-Taylor (Eliza- the neurotic “Nothing On” cast together. “Noises Off” is playing now through Nov. 26 tour. beth Heir). Dotty, meanwhile, is keeping An essential element to the success of the at The Little Theatre of Alexandria. For tickets This deftly written comedy about putting company with Garry Lejeune (Adam Downs) LTA production is the set co-designed by Kirk or more information, call 703-683-0496 or visit on a comedy is expertly performed by an LTA and possibly Frederick Fellows (Lars Klores). and Dan Remmers. What at first appears to www.thelittletheatre.com.

Photo by Jeanne Theismann/The Gazette Director C. Evans Kirk, second from right, joins the cast of ‘Noises Off’ following the Nov. 5 opening night performance at The Little Theatre of Alexandria. From left to right: Ron Bianchi, Elizabeth Heir, Lars Klores, Photo by Jeanne Theismann/The Gazette Rachel Hubbard, Adam Downs, Gayle Nichols-Grimes, John Crowley, Kat Gayle Nichols-Grimes and Ernie Sult at the LTA opening night reception Sanchez, C. Evans Kirk and Bruce Alan Rauscher. for ‘Noises Off.’ 20 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment

M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, NOV. 10 TO 13 Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Designer Reception. To commemorate Periwinkle Community College. as Alexandria’s exclusive Beija-Boutique, Emilie Veterans Day Program. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Moça Whitaker, co-owner and designer, will be Alexandria Black History Museum’s annual have her Fall/Winter 2011 collection available for Veterans Day program, co-sponsored by the shoppers for three days. Shoppers can RSVP to Alexandria Branch of the NAACP, at the museum, meet Beija-Flor’s Jeans designer on Friday, Nov. 11 902 Wythe Street. Visit www.alexblackhistory.org from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. At Periwinkle of or call 703-746-435 Alexandria, 1557 Potomac Greens Dr., Alexandria. Veteran’s Day Concert. 3 p.m. With the Air Force Call 703-519-5242 or visit Strings. At George Washington’s Mount Vernon, www.periwinkleshop.com. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon. Call 202-767-5658 or visit our homepage: THURSDAY/NOV. 10 www.usafband.af.mil Army Community Covenant Renewal. 8 a.m. “At the Crossroads of History: Bailey’s The Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce through the Century.” 8:15 a.m. Tickets are will renew its Community Covenant with Fort $30/person. Keynote speakers include Frank J. Belvoir and celebrate Veterans Day at a special Williams, a retired Rhode Island Supreme Court ceremony hosted by The Fairfax, Belvoir Woods chief justice and chair of the Lincoln Forum, and Parkway, Fort Belvoir. Special guests are Fort Dr. Edna Greene Medford, chair of Howard Belvoir Commander Col. John Strycula and Mount University’s history department and board member Vernon Supervisor Gerry Hyland. All veterans and of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Foundation. community members are welcome. At the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts The Big Cheese. 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. At The Center, Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Athenaeum, 201 Prince St., Alexandria. Visit Community College. Contact Dr. Wendy Matthews “Inherit the Wind” cast members Eliza Lore (Rachel Brown) and Joe www.nvfaa.org or call 703-548-0035. at [email protected] or 703-845-6252 or Ken Quinn (Bert Cates). 18th-Century Dance Classes. 7:30 to 9:30 Balbuena at [email protected]. p.m. In preparation for the Anniversary Ball on Holiday Marketplace. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 7 to 9 NOV. 11, 12, 13 Nov. 12, learn 18th-century English country p.m. With 20 vendors selling everything from “Inherit the Wind.” West Potomac Drama Department presents “Inherit The Wind,” a fictional retelling dancing from expert dance instructors at Gadsby’s hand-crafted art and accessories to reps from local of the 1925 “Scopes Monkey” Trial. Friday Nov 11 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12 at 2:30 p.m. and Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street. Class is businesses providing services from party planing to 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2:30 p.m. in the Kogelman Theater, West Potomac High School, 6500 $12 per class. Reservations are recommended. hand-picked childrenswear and toys. At St. Aidan’s Quander Road, Alexandria. Tickets $10. Call 703-718-2585. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703-746- Episcopal Church, White Hall, 8531 Riverside 4242. Road, Alexandria. Promoting Native Bee Abundance. 7:30 p.m. Mount Vernon Celebrates Veterans Day. 11 college student, in Laramie, Wyo. Presented by Join Maria Van Dyke, the Program Coordinator for a.m. Harmony Heritage Singers perform; 2 p.m. NOV. 11 TO 20 T.C. Williams High School. Tickets are $5/ Virginia Working Landscapes for a slide lecture wreathlaying at the tomb of George Washington. The Sound of Music. Show times are Nov. 11, students; $10/adults. about the importance and habitat requirements of Cost is $15/adults; $7/children 6-11; and free 12, 18, 19 at 7:30 p.m.; matinees on Nov. 13, native bees. At Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green under age 6. At Historic Mount Vernon Estate. 20 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10/advance; $12/ SATURDAY/NOV. 12 Spring Road, Alexandria. Call 703-642-5173. Fashion Show and Silent Auction. 10:30 a.m. to door. Presented by the Mount Vernon Christmas Market & Silent Auction. 9 a.m. to 2 2 p.m. Tickets are $43. Sponsored by the Board of Community Children’s Theater. To be held at p.m. High-end vendors, crafts, jewelry, collectibles, FRIDAY/NOV. 11 Lady Managers, Founder and Supporter of INOVA Carl Sandburg Middle School, 8428 Fort Hunt youth-sponsored White Elephant Sale, children’s Spirit of the Civil War. 7:30 p.m. Donation of Alexandria Hospital. Fashions by Lord & Taylor Road, Alexandria. Visit www.mvcct.org or call shop, bake sale, Casserole’s to Go, homemade café $10/adults; $5/students. NOVA’s 80-member, in- and modeled by INOVA Alexandria physicians, call703-360-0686. lunch and silent auction. At Aldersgate United house performance ensemble, The Alexandria nurses and staff. Proceeds support the Board of Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Band, and its 100-member NOVA Community Lady Managers current pledge to purchase NOV. 11, 12, 18, 19 Alexandria. Call 703-765-6555 or Chorus will be joined by the Mount Vernon anesthesia machines for the Surgical Service. At “The Laramie Project.” 7:30 p.m. The Laramie www.aldersgate.net. Concert Band and the Arlington Children’s Choir the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. Contact Lynda Project is a play that tells the story of the brutal See Entertainment, Page 22 to perform Civil War period music. At the Rachel West 703-836-8853. beating and death of Matthew Shepard, a gay

THANKSGIVING IS AT OUR HOUSE! Come join us at the Holiday Inn, Alexandria Southwest, The Best in Family Dining Hoffman Town Center for the annual Thanksgiving day Champagne Buffet! Thursday, November 24, 2011 from 11am-3pm BUFFET INCLUDES: SALADS WITH SPICED SHRIMP INTERNATIONAL CHEESE & FRUIT TRAY Bring STEAMSHIP ROUND OF BEEF, HONEY CURED HAM, OVEN ROASTED TURKEY, TENDERLOIN OF BEEF WITH MADEIRA this ad SAUCE, CHICKEN MARSALA, BROILED FLOUNDER for $4 off The Royal Restaurant AN ARRAY OF TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY SIDES for adult prices only EGGS BENEDICT, APPLE FILLED offers the best of the best PANCAKES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, BACON & SAUSAGE one per customer ASSORTMENT OF PASTRIES, PIES & FRUIT TARTLETS in catering & event CHAMPAGNE TOAST (LIMIT ONE PER PERSON) Reservations: 703-960-3400 X 1120 locations in Old Town Seating times: 11am, 1pm & 3pm All Inclusive Buffet: Alexandria & surrounding $32.95 – Adults $14.95 – Children 10 and under communities. FREE – Children under 3 Price does not include tax or tip Food Choose from a large array fit for a king of delicious foods for all on a family budget occasions - birthdays, An Alexandria community fixture for more than weddings, business 100 years, the Royal Restaurant offers the best meetings & other in Greek, Italian and American cuisine. Enjoy gatherings. The Royal has something delicious for burgers, steaks, prime rib, chicken, seafood, every event. pasta and full salad bar complete with special children’s menu items. Beautiful banquet rooms in Old Town & other locations include adjacent parking. Reserve Now for 734 North Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 This Year's 703-548-1616 • www.theroyalrestaurant.com Award-winning wine menu • Major credit cards accepted Holiday Parties www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 21 Entertainment From Page 21

Anniversary Ball. 8 p.m. At Gadsby’s authors, Valerie Tripp. Ticket sales Tavern Museum. At a reception at 7 begin at 10 a.m. on Oct. 3. At Mount p.m., enjoy a preview tasting of the Vernon Historic Site. Visit new Winter Menu by Klaus Keckeisen, MountVernon.org. executive chef of Gadsby’s Tavern Concert. 7 p.m. Admission is $15. Restaurant. The ball begins at 8 p.m. Claudia Chudacoff, violin; and Sean and features a variety of English Neidlinger, cello. Will perform a country dances, live music, dessert special “Blue Ribbon” salon recital at collation, and cash bar. Period costume the Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria. optional; “after-five” attire encouraged. At The Lyceum, 201 South Washington Tickets for the reception and ball are St., Old Town Alexandria. $75 per person, and tickets for the ball only are $45. Advance reservations are NOV. 14 AND 15 required. At 134 North Royal Street, Jewelry Sale. All jewelry is $6. Old Town Alexandria. Call 703-746- Designer inspired handbags $12 - 4242 or www.gadsbystavern.org. $48. Sponsored by The Board of Swordsmen’s Rendezvous. Join Lady Managers of INOVA Alexandria Gadsby’s Tavern Museum for a unique Hospital. All proceeds go to the living history program as you learn a purchase of new anesthesia machines skill all 18th-century gentlemen must for the hospital’s surgical services. know – swordplay! Swordsmen tours Monday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and are between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., with Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. each tour lasting one hour. Admission Open to the public at INOVA is $6/person, ages 5 and up. At 134 Alexandria Hospital. North Royal Street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Visit NOV. 14 TO 19 www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703- “Angel: A Nightmare in Two Acts.” 746-4242. Tickets are $18/adults; $16/seniors Back to Nature — Paintings from and students; $14/groups of 10. Life. Landscape and Still Life Paintings Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11-12 and by Christine Lashley and Trisha Nov. 18-19; and Tuesday, Nov. 15. Cherrington Ratliff. Artist’s reception is The evening performances on Friday, Saturday/Nov. 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. At Saturday and Tuesday begin at 8 Broadway Gallery, 5641-B General p.m. In addition, there will be Washington Dr., Alexandria. matinees on Saturday, Nov. 12 & 19 Volunteer Appreciation & Holiday at 2 p.m. Presented by Port City Party. 6 to 8 p.m. Celebrating 50 Playhouse, which performs at The years of Archaeology in Alexandria. At LAB at Convergence, 1819 N. Quaker the Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Lane, Alexandria. 105 N. Union St., #327, Alexandria. Call 703-746-4399 or TUESDAY/NOV. 15 [email protected]. Mount Vernon SALT: Safe Online “Standing On My Sisters’ Shopping. 10:30 a.m. Mount Shoulders” Film. 4:30 p.m. Explore Vernon Seniors and Law Enforcement a missing chapter in our nation’s Together (SALT) will present Safe record of the Civil Rights movement Online Shopping with Vee Johnson, with a film at the Alexandria Black community outreach liaison, History Museum, 902 Wythe Street. Consumer Affairs, from the Part of Movies with a Mission Series. Department of Cable Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or call Communications and Consumer 703-746-4242. Protection. At Hollin Hall Senior Boston String Quartet Concert. 7:30 Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road. Call p.m. The Boston String Quartet is 703-765-4573. seeking 104 high school orchestral, “On the Shoulders of Giants.” band, and choral students to join them 10:30 a.m. Film spotlights the all- for two days of workshops, master black Harlem Renaissance basketball classes, and rehearsals, culminating in squad during the 1930s. At Hollin a final performance. At The Rachel M. Hall Senior Center, 1500 Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Shenandoah Road, Alexandria. Call Center, Northern Virginia Community 703-765-4573 College, Alexandria Campus. Students Eat Smart, Stay Healthy. 11 a.m. can pre-register until Oct. 23 at Hollin Hall Senior Center Hosts “Eat www.xibus.org. Call 617-875-7851. Smart, Stay Healthy.” With Jolanta Coleman, an avid health and SUNDAY/NOV. 13 nutrition advocate. At 1500 Coffeehouse Cabaret. 6 to 8 p.m. Two Shenandoah Road, Alexandria. Call outstanding acts: Mike Gillispie Jazz 703-765-4573. Quartet and Sarah Jebian, vibrant Author Nancy Lynch. 7 p.m. Free. vocalist with six-piece back up of Author of Vietnam Mailbag: Voices singers and instrumentalists. Coffee, from the War, 1968-1972. Sponsored tea, and snacks. Adults $12, students by the Friends of Beatley Central $6, family max $25. Proceeds benefit Library. At Beatley Library, 5005 music and racial/social justice Duke St., Alexandria. Call 703-746- programs at MVUC. At Mount Vernon 1702. Unitarian Church, 1909 Windmill Lane. See www.mike gillispie.com and WEDNESDAY/NOV. 16 www.jebian.com/sarah. Community Appreciation Day. 5 to Musician Nassar Abadey. 4 p.m. 8 p.m. The YMCA Alexandria will Donation is $15. Part of the Jazz at host food demos, recipes, exercise Meade program. At Meade Memorial activities such as ZUMBA, youth Episcopal Church, 322 N. Alfred St., swim team information and more. At Alexandria. Call 703-549-1334. Visit 420 East Monroe Ave., Alexandria. www.meadechurch.org. Call 703-838-8085 or email Civil War Sunday. 1 to 5 p.m. Explore [email protected] the Civil War in Alexandria with Civil Swing Dancing. 9 to 11 p.m. War Sundays at the Alexandria Admission is $10. With the Atomic Archaeology Museum, 105 North Swing Club. At Nick’s Nightclub, 642 Union Street, #327. Visit South Pickett St., Alexandria. www.alexandriaarchaeology.org or call Jane Franklin Dance. 1 p.m. Hollin 703-746-4399. Hall Senior Center hosts a Violin/Cello Duo: Claudia performance and interactive program Chudacoff and Sean Neidlinger. by Jane Franklin Dance. At 1500 Works by Gliere, Ravel, Schulhoff. 7 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria. Call p.m., The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington, 703-765-4573. Old Town Alexandria. $15 admission Senior Housing Options. 10 a.m. payable at door. Cash or checks only. Senior Services of Alexandria is Info: www.alexperformingarts.org or hosting a free conversation about 703-505-0700. senior housing options in Alexandria. An American Girl Experience. Tickets At Shiloh Baptist Church, 1401 Duke are $50. American Girl fans of all ages St., Alexandria. Visit are invited to bring their favorite dolls www.seniorservicesalex.org or call to Mount Vernon for a chance to meet 703-836-4414, ext. 13. the book series’ creator and one of its 22 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette Sports Editor Jon Roetman Sports 703-224-3015 or [email protected] West Potomac Football Clinches Share of District Title Wolverines will host regional playoff game against Chantilly. Photo by

By Jon Roetman Photo by

The Gazette Louise Krafft/

he West Potomac football Richard Maple/ team led by the slimmest Tof margins in the third quarter when DeMornay The Gazette Pierson-El lined up deep to return a kickoff against T.C. Williams. Pierson-El watched as the kick sailed The Gazette over his head. But rather than find- West Potomac quarterback Caleb “He’s a ing its way into Henderson threw three touchdown sophomore. the end zone, the DeMornay Pierson-El scored four touchdowns during a victory against passes against T.C. Williams on ball landed at the T.C. Williams on Nov. 5, helping the Wolverines clinch a share of the Nov. 5, helping the Wolverines to a 1-yard line and Patriot District championship. 41-27 win. We’re going bounced straight to be reading up, almost beg- four touchdowns and the Wolverines con- ensured West Potomac earned the No. 4 ever. He played great. This is the best game ging the Wolver- cluded the regular season with a 41-27 vic- seed in the Northern Region Division 6 play- I’ve ever seen him play.” about him for ine sophomore to tory on Nov. 5 at T.C. Williams High School. offs, meaning the Wolverines will host No. West Potomac finished the regular sea- reach out and Senior playmakers such as Tyrone 5 Chantilly at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11. son with a 7-3 record, including 6-1 in the a long time.” grab it. No. 5 Jenkins, Brandon Johnson and Joseph Pierson-El’s first touchdown came on West Patriot District. The Wolverines split the — West Potomac snatched the ball Marinelli were a major reason why the West Potomac’s third play from scrimmage, when district title with Lake Braddock and South head football coach out of the air and Potomac football team earned a postseason he caught a screen pass near the left side- County. West Potomac averaged 33.6 points headed up the berth. But with an opportunity to clinch a line and raced 69 yards for a score. After per game this year, including 37.9 in dis- Eric Henderson field for what share of the Patriot District title and a home his kickoff return touchdown, Pierson-El’s trict play. The Wolverines scored 40 or more about DeMornay proved to be one game in the opening round of the playoffs, third score, an 18-yard reception, might points five times. Pierson-El of his many high- it was sophomore Pierson-El who stole the have been his most exciting. After making Against T.C. Williams, running back Keaton lights in the after- show. the catch, he eluded the T.C. Williams de- Labyzon carried 13 times for 71 yards and noon. “He’s a sophomore. We’re going to be fense with a spin move before somersault- two touchdowns. Caleb Henderson com- “I thought it was a touchback,” reading about him for a long time,” West ing into the end zone. pleted 8 of 29 passes for 256 yards, three Pierson-El said, “but when it bounced, Potomac head coach Eric Henderson said. Pierson-El’s final touchdown came on a touchdowns and an interception. He also it bounced back right to my hands. I “He can play on Saturdays, too. He’s really short pass near the right sideline that he rushed eight times for 43 yards. saw a seam and I just took it and it good.” turned into a 39-yard gain. Pierson-El and Henderson are two of led me all the way to the end zone.” Pierson-El pulled in five receptions for “I love that kid,” sophomore quarterback seven sophomores who either start or see Pierson-El returned the kickoff 99 158 yards and three touchdowns, and ran Caleb Henderson said. “[We have] been significant playing time for the Wolverines. yards for a touchdown, turning a 14- the ball five times for 22 yards, helping the talking about how we want to go to college “If we can keep everybody lifting weights 13 West Potomac lead into a 21-13 Wolverines to a share of their first district together. … We’ve played freshman football and keep them focused,” Eric Henderson said, advantage. Pierson-El finished with championship since 2006. The victory also together; we’ve known each other since for- “my hope is that we can keep doing this.” West Potomac Girls Win Regional Championship Corum advances to Potomac’s Sami Miller said, “but our coach had to push even harder for regionals and (Jenn Dietz), she kept us grounded and she not to just think that we had it in the bag. It states for boys. really pushed us. She told us that we needed was definitely just a lot of teamwork and

Photo by By Jon Roetman to work for it, so we did.” pushing yourself individually for the whole The Gazette Miller finished 29th with a time of 18 team’s benefit.” minutes, 56 seconds. She improved from Lake Braddock’s Sophie Chase won the he West Potomac girls cross coun- region with a time of 16:53, followed by

Craig Sterbutzel the team’s sixth-best finisher at districts to Ttry team was favored to do well at fourth-best at regionals, shaving 10 seconds Oakton’s Allie Klimkiewicz (17:29) and the Northern Region championship off her districts time. Lee’s Bailey Kolonich (17:30). meet on Nov. 3, but that didn’t stop the Wol- “The race of the day, no matter what the In boys action, West Potomac’s Brady verines from working like underdogs. order, was Sami Miller,” Dietz said. “She Corum finished 11th with a time of 15:38, West Potomac captured the team title at went from being our sixth last week to be- earning all-region and a berth in the state Burke Lake Park eight days after winning ing our fourth. She set a PR and she ran meet. The Wolverines finished 10th in the

/The Gazette the Patriot District title. The Wolverines tal- strong.” team standings. lied a score of 86, followed by West Spring- Sarah Jane Underwood finished 10th with Annandale’s Ahmed Bile won the event field, Thomas Jefferson and Oakton, which a time of 17:59, earning all-region honors. with a time of 14:38, followed by Chantilly’s finished in a three-way tie with 117. West Dale Lescher (18:30) finished 17th, Katie Sean McGorty (14:42) and Lake Braddock’s Springfield finished runner-up based on a Genuario (18:33) was 18th and Sophia Nick Tuck (15:11). Oakton won the team Dale Lescher was part of a West sixth-runner tiebreaker. Passacantando (19:00) finished 30th. title with a score of 72. Robinson (87), Potomac girls cross country team Facing the best harriers in the region, each “We have a really tight pack this year and Chantilly (101) and Thomas Jefferson (126) that captured the Northern Region of West Potomac’s top five runners finished we’ve all been pushing each other through- also earned team berths in the state meet. championship on Nov. 3 at Burke in the top 30. out the season,” Underwood said. “Even The state cross country meet will be held Lake Park. “I know we were favored,” West though we won districts, we knew that we on Saturday, Nov. 12 at Great Meadows. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 23 Schools

Send announcements to the Mount Vernon Gazette, by e-mail to [email protected]. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the fol- lowing week’s paper. Photos are encouraged. Call Steve Hibbard at 703- 778-9412 with questions.

MVHS Cares 3rd Annual Turkey Trot “Gobblepalozza” 5k Commu- Photos by nity Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the MVHS rock entrance. Cost is $30 for 5K race for adults; $25 for 18 and under.

Ed Simmons, Jr Pre-register online at www.raceDCTiming.com or at MVHS. Any student interested in running should see Mr. Charles Sabatier in room A215.

Waynewood Elementary School ./The Gazette will be honoring veterans on Friday, Nov. 11 by conducting a silent proces- sion of students posting small American flags along the entry sidewalks of the school. Then the entire school will recite the Pledge of Allegiance in front of the school flag. Our Daily Owl News pro- Famous farmer Old MacDonald, portrayed by Ray Owen, Youngsters at play: The new Hollin Hall playground — a gram will also be featuring veterans who presented his Farm Heritage Show Wednesday, Nov. 2, for $150,000 project formally opened Saturday, Nov. 5, with are currently serving in the military. students at Fort Hunt Elementary School. The PTA Cul- a ribbon-cutting — features updated equipment and a On Thursday, Oct. 13, some 20 tural Arts Enrichment Committee hosted the show. separate playground for the very young. Mount Vernon High School and Walt Whitman Middle School students ert Gill, Denise McGarity, Joshua Lewis, sity field hockey team for compet- High School competed with teams The Class of 1981 will have its 30- visited the Headquarters of NASA in Uong Yalap, Rachel Wong, Michael ing in the National District Field Hockey from Oxon Hill High School and year high school reunion and is downtown Washington, D.C. Students Parker, Christian Rodriguez, Nicole Championships for the fourth year in a Annandale High School on the “It’s Aca- sponsoring a MAJOR 5k run / walk. The had a meeting with two astronauts, Pi- Gray, Anthony Michelli, Brittany row. demic” quiz program. The competition event will begin on Saturday, Nov. 12 lot Doug Hurley and Mission Specialist Michelli, and Jessica Kane. The Majors fell to Washington-Lee, 1- was spirited and Annandale High School across from Cedar Knoll Restaurant. The Rex Walheim, who flew on the final WWMS students attending were: 0, and took the runner-up plaque but won the match. The program will air registration fee is $15 and participants mission of the space shuttle Atlantis and Emanuel Anicette, Dominic Carabello, came home champions. They advanced Saturday, Nov. 26, at 11 a.m. on NBC- will receive a race shirt as well as snacks had recently returned from the Interna- Haley Cathey, Jadyn Cunningham, Rob- to the Northern Region Tournament and TV 4, Channel 4. and drinks. All Mount Vernon High tional Space Station. The students were ert George, An Judie Martin, Patrick hosted Marshall. A great game came out Congratulations to the Mount Vernon School Alumni and their families are seated around a conference table and Price, Tashon Seabury, and Rachel and the Majors fell 2-1 in double over- High School Band for taking first place invited so come on out … current stu- were able to ask questions of the astro- Sutton. time. in Group 1A at the band competition dents are encouraged to come as well. nauts about the last shuttle mission. held at Oakton High School last Satur- Contact Ed Montgomery at MVHS students attending were: Rob- Congratulations to MVHS’s var- A team of students from Mt. Vernon day. Way to go Major Band!!! [email protected].

PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS The Auburn School The Lab School of Washington The Benedictine School Little Keswick School Chelsea School Landmark School The Children’s Guild The Maddux School Commonwealth Academy MANSEF Schools The Diener School The McLean School of MD Eagle Hill School The Newton School The Frost School The Nora School GMS Institute’s Minds In Motion Academy Oakwood School The Gow School Parkmont School The Ivymount School Riverview School Katherine Thomas School The Siena School Kildonan School The Summit School Kingsbury Day School

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The McLean Connection 1 Fairfax Water’s Board will continue to monitor economic factors and review The Great Falls Connection revenues and expenditures at mid-year to determine if additional action is needed. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 10-16, 2011 ❖ 25 Crime 703-917-6400 Home & Garden From Page 9 Zone 3: • Alexandria Zone 3 Ad Deadline: • Mount Vernon Tuesday Noon a.m. and 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25. An connectionnewspapers.com CONTRACTORS.com investigation determined entry was forced through a door and two laptop computers were missing. CLEANING CLEANING IMPROVEMENTS IMPROVEMENTS FIREWOOD PAINTING A home in the 2400 block of Fort Drive was burglarized around 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. 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Licensed, Insured Tuesday, Nov. 1. An investigation determined 703-987-5096 entry was forced through a door. 703-502-7840 Police arrested a man for burglarizing a ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL Cell home in the 5700 block of Biscayne Drive LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING 571-283-4883 around 11:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 1. A 32- year-old male of the 300 block of East Howell ROOFING Ave. in Alexandria was charged with burglary. 703.919.4456 Police are investigating to determine if the Free Estimates suspect is responsible for other burglaries in the Falcon Roofing area. www.ReynoldsLandscapingOnline.com Licensed / Insured HAULING A home in the 4200 block of Buckman Road INSTALLATION SPECIALIST WET BASEMENT / WET YARD ANGEL’S Roofing & was burglarized around 1:10 p.m. on Paver & Flagstone Water Proofing Foundations TRASH REMOVAL Siding Wednesday, Nov. 2. An investigation determined Patios / Walkways Standing Yard Water •Junk & Rubbish •Furn., the suspect forced her way into the home as an (All Types) Retaining Walls French Drains / Swales Yard, Construction 83-year-old woman was entering and stole Debris • Mulch & jewelry. The suspect was described as black, in Stacked Field Stone Downspout Extensions Spring Clean Up her 20s, about 5 feet 5 inches tall and 145 Plants / Trees / Shrubs Dry River Beds 703-863-1086 Soffit & Fascia Wrapping pounds, with a light complexion, black hair and •No sub-contractors, or day labors. •15 Years Designing and Installing 703-582-3709 New Gutters GUTTER GUTTER 240-603-6182 •The Owner is physically on your job site. •On time and Professional. Chimney Crowns brown eyes. She was wearing sunglasses, a dark- Leaks Repaired colored baseball cap, pea coat and pants. The No job too small AL’S HAULING victim was taken to the hospital with non life- Junk & Rubbish 703-975-2375 threatening injuries. Concrete, furn.,office, falconroofinginc.com LEAF REMOVAL AND yard, construction debris Low Rates NOVA ROBBERY 703-360-4364 TREE SERVICE GUTTER CLEANING SERVICES 703-304-4798 cell Two men, armed with guns and a small knife, robbed a 32-year-old man in the 5800 7 DAYS A WEEK ANGEL’S TREE REMOVAL block of North Kings Highway around 1:14 a.m. Brush & Yard Debris on Wednesday, Oct. 26. One suspect was Trimming & Topping described as white, in his 20s, between 5 feet 9 Gutters & Hauling LANDSCAPING inches and 6 feet tall and 160 to 190 pounds, Angeltreeslandscaping-hauling.com with blonde hair. The second suspect was 703-823-5156 703-863-1086 703-582-3709 described as black, in his 20s, between 5 feet 10 IMPROVEMENTS IMPROVEMENTS A&S 240-603-6182 inches and 6 feet tall and 170 to 200 pounds. LANDSCAPING The victim was not injured. M. C. Lynch Planting • Mulching • Sodding An expert Two men robbed a 19-year-old man and a 17- Patios • Decks • Driveway Sealing, year-old boy at gunpoint near a bus stop in the Home Improvement Asphalt • Retaining Walls is someone J.E.S Services area of Buckman Road and Janna Lee Ave. Family Owned & Opererated Erosion Control • Drainage Solutions who knows LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION 703-863-7465 around 1:39 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15. The Rotten Wood, Wind Damage, Trims, some of the suspects were described as black, between 20 Windows, Doors, Deck, Stairs, Vanity, worst mistakes and 30 years old and wearing dark colored Basement Framing, Garbage Disposal, ANGEL’S that can be clothing. One suspect was about 5 feet 11 inches •Patios •Walkways LAWN MOWING Painting, Power Wash, Siding Repairs. made in his tall and 180 to 230 pounds, with a light •Trimming •Leaf & Snow complexion, hair in dreadlocks and a goatee. Licensed, Bonded, Insured •Retaining Walls •Removal •Yard Clearing subject and how to avoid them. The second suspect was between 5 feet 5 inches 703-266-1233 •Drainage Problems •Hauling •Tree Work and 5 feet 9 inches tall and 160 to 200 pounds, 703-863-1086 -Werner with a dark complexion; he also had a goatee. 703-582-3709 Heisenberg •Landscape Makeovers 240-603-6182 HANDYMAN The Call: 703-912-6886 ARREST A DIVISION OF NURSE CONSTRUCTION Now! Complete Police arrested a man for assaulting a BATHROOM REMODELING, DRYWALL, Free Estimates postal worker and preventing him from PAINTING, CERAMIC TILE, CARPENTRY, Print Editions calling the police on Saturday, Oct. 29 around 1:41 p.m. in the 6800 block of Deer Run Drive. POWER WASHING & MUCH MORE MASONRY MASONRY You have tried the rest - NOW CALL THE BEST!! A 49-year-old male of the 6800 block of Deer Proudly serving Northern VA - 46 yrs. exp. Online! Run Drive in Alexandria was charged with petit larceny, disorderly conduct, assault and Licensed We Accept VISA/MC The full print editions of all 18 Insured BRICK AND STONE preventing someone from summoning law 703-441-8811 Connection Newspapers are now enforcement. The victim, a 54-year-old man, available on our Web Site in PDF format, declined medical attention. Custom Masonry page by page, identical to our weekly A&S Landscaping newsprint editions, including print advertising. Go to INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH A CHILD/ ARREST • All Concrete work 703-768-3900 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Police arrested a 45-year-old man for • Retaining Walls • Patios www.custommasonry.info and click on “Print Editions.” allegedly touching himself inappropriately in • Decks • Porches (incl. front of a 14-year-old girl inside the Sherwood screened) • Erosion & Patios, Walkways, Stoops, Steps, Driveways Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane, Grading Solutions around 5:10 p.m. on Monday, October 17. Repairs & New Installs•All Work Guranteed Jeffrey A. Tibbs, of no fixed address, was charged • French Drains • Sump Pumps with taking indecent liberties with a child. • Driveway Asphalt Sealing SNOW REMOVAL SNOW REMOVAL LARCENIES 703-863-7465 3400 block of Audubon Ave. Ladder stolen LICENSED COMMERCIAL SNOW from residence. Serving All of N. Virginia 2800 block of Camellia Drive. Bicycle stolen REMOVAL SERVICES from residence. ITIONS 4200 block of Fairglen Drive. Tricycles and PRINPRINTT EDITIONSED bicycles stolen from residence. M 3100 block of Furman Lane. Camera stolen from business. 2100 block of Huntington Ave. License plates stolen from vehicle. 703-823-5156 3100 block of Lockheed Blvd. Beer stolen from business.

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