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MY VIEW/George Mason's Unintended Consequences

Michael Gryboski — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Far too often in history societies support an initiative solely because the proponents use the right catchphrases. Using the correct symbols and buzzwords can effectively inhibit intellectual discourse and rational debate. This happens in all sorts of communities and cultures, even educated intelligent ones.

Sixteen Schools Advance to the Northern Region Playoffs

David Steinbacher — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

With high school hoops preparing to end, 16 of the 30 area schools advanced to the first round of the Northern Region Playoffs. "Round of 16" Results: (Boys) - Chantilly 59 - G.C. Marshall 47; Langley 67 - Centreville 60 [OT]; Mount Vernon 93 - Annandale 79; Yorktown 53 - South County 50;

A T.C. Grad Ventures Deep into Patagonia

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

George B. "Brooks" Eaton of Alexandria recently completed an 80-day course in Patagonia – the remote region encompassing parts of Argentina and Chile – with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). Under the guidance of NOLS’ professional instructors, Brooks and his fellow students traveled by sea kayak and foot through some of the wildest country on Earth

BUZZWORTHY/Buzzing into Spring on the Red Carpet

Allison Brooks — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Washingtonians are quite antsy to get the Spring Social season started and this weekend folks were flinging into Spring with several fun high-energy events in and around Alexandria. The exclusive downtown Washington, DC private dining club – The University Club - hosted its annual Casino Royale party Friday.

A Pothole Swallowed my Car

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

As the remaining snow from the latest round of storms melts away, local drivers are dealing with another winter menace – potholes. "I've been in the tire business for 40 years, and I've never seen as many damaged tires and wheels than I've seen these few weeks," said Paul Gallahan, who works at a local repair shop. The combination of cold weather

Living Legend David Speck: Fixing Problems is in His Wiring

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

“David Speck and I are members of the has-beens club,” laughed Democrat Vice-Mayor Kerry Donley. “We met as political adversaries – he first ran for City Council as a Republican, I a Democrat – and became allies in political service.” Now an Alexandria Democrat, Speck’s former political colleagues describe him as driving and intelligent.

‘CHiPs’ Star Helps Fight Child Pornography

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Actor Erik Estrada visited Capital Square last week to voice his support for Virginia’s fight against child pornography. Estrada, best known for portraying motorcycle cop “Ponch” on the hit ’70s show “CHiPs,” said he is a sworn deputy with the Internet Crimes Against

Legislature OKs Tastings in ABC Stores

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Virginians soon may be able to try before they buy at their local ABC store. The General Assembly has passed a bill allowing wine and liquor tasting events at the government-run outlets.

Assembly Passes Bill to Help Public Pensions

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

The General Assembly passed legislation Thursday sponsored by Delegate David Englin (D-45) to give the Alexandria City Council the power to improve retirement benefits for its deputy sheriffs, fire marshals, emergency medical technicians, and other public safety workers.

Former Teacher Convicted of Producing Child Porn with Student

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

A former science teacher at Cedar Lee Middle School in Fauquier County has been convicted in Alexandria of producing child pornography by filming himself engaging in sexual activity with a student. The teacher – Scott Christopher Howe, 34