Emily Van Zandt

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How Do You Keep Kids in School? Ask a Former Dropout.

Bill Milliken's Communities in Schools has kept more than 1.5 million students on the right track.

The Recycled Vacation Home

Hans Bauman's cabin in the Blue Ridge Mountains is built almost entirely of salvaged materials.

Why Chris Cillizza Doesn’t Read the Comments

Baseball and politics aren't so different, says the Falls Church resident and veteran political journalist.

13 Celebrities From Arlington, Falls Church and McLean

See which movie stars, musicians and newsmakers grew up in your town.

10 Ways to Get Your Ice Cream Fix

Grab a cone, scoop, shake or sundae at these restaurants and ice cream parlors in Northern Virginia.

10 Spots to Celebrate Dad this Weekend

Toast to Father's Day at these Arlington, McLean and Falls Church restaurants.

Why Applebee’s is Coming to Ballston

The national chain is set to open on North Glebe Road on June 11. And not everyone is happy about it.

Where to Eat and Drink in Merrifield/Mosaic District

Choices abound in this rapidly redeveloping area on the Falls Church/Fairfax border.
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15 Highest-Paid Arlington County Employees in 2015

These top earners took home more than $185,000 each in wages and overtime.

Scenes From an Italian Restaurant

Former Capri Restaurant owner Nicky DeChiara is a Washington restaurant legend with stories to match.

22 Dishes to Try at Taste of Arlington

The festival goes from noon-6 p.m. May 15.

Where to Eat and Drink in Crystal City

Arlington’s airport-adjacent neighborhood is worth a trip.