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The routine was familiar, but for members of the graduating Class of 2015 who over the past week stepped across an auditorium floor to collect hard-earned high-school diplomas, each story was unique. Students at McLean, James Madison, Langley and George C. Marshall high schools were among those who saw one part of their lives end and another begin during graduation ceremonies. Speakers – including students themselves – urged members of the graduating classes to remember those who helped them get to where they stood and to share their talents with a waiting world.
Clockwise from upper left, McLean High School seniors Jacqueline Green, Justin Gibbons, Audrey Freeman, Alexandra Bryson, Shannon Belcher and Cassandra Enriquez strike a happy pose before receiving their diplomas June PHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER 16 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.
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Langley High School seniors Mahmoud Awadallah, Bethany Basco and Elizabeth Axtell show their enthusiasm before receiving their diplomas June 16 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in WashPHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER ington, D.C.
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Back in 2001 when Mark Merrell was interviewing for the James Madison High School principal’s job, he was told that continuity was vital in the person ultimately hired. “They wanted a four- or five-year commitment,” Merrell said. That wasn’t a problem in the slightest for Merrell. He graduated from the Vienna school in 1979, then later taught and coached at Madison for 15 years before leaving to become an assistant principal at McLean High for two years. Merrell was hired at Madison and more than lived up to his commitment, becoming the longest-tenured principal in the history of the school. Last week on June 18, Merrell, 54, announced his retirement to the staff, effective sometime this summer, ending his 14 years in the position. Overall, he worked in the school system for 31 years. “It has been a great run, but there comes a time, and the time is right to retire,” Merrell said. “It’s an exhausting and grueling job, but I love what I do and I love the Vienna community. I love coming to work.” As a student at Madison, Merrell was also a standout three-sport athlete, who was inducted into the school’s athletic hall of fame. As the principal, Merrell regularly attended the school’s athletic and extracuricular-activity events like plays and musicals, often attending multiple events on the same night.
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Officer Marcos Herrera of the Vienna Police Department on June 17 receives a Charles A. Robinson Respect for Law Award from Michele Wright, the Optimist Club of Greater Vienna’s vice president for community. Pictured at right is Vienna Police Chief James Morris.
Pfc. Michael Weaver of the Fairfax County Police Department on June 17 receives a Charles A. Robinson Respect for Law Award from Michele Wright, the Optimist Club of Greater Vienna’s vice president for community. Pictured at right is Capt. Christopher Marsh.
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The Optimist Club of Greater Vienna on June 17 gave its 2015 Charles A. Robinson Respect for Law Awards to Officer Marcos Herrera of the Vienna Police Department and Pfc. Michael Weaver of the Fairfax County Police Department. Herrera and Weaver were selected by their respective departments to receive the Optimist Club’s annual honors. Describing Herrera’s selection for this year’s award, Vienna Police Chief James Morris cited the officer’s “can-do” attitude and willingness to take on many tasks. In fewer than three years on the force, Officer Herrera has – in addition to compiling impressive arrest statistics – become a certified evidence technician and frequently serves as a translator for the department. Morris also noted Herrera’s life-saving use of cardiopulmonary resuscitation while on duty. Capt. Christopher Marsh of the Fairfax County Police Department’s Fair Oaks District Station praised Weaver’s knowledge of the Fair Oaks community and the respect he has earned from superior officers. Marsh related an incident where Weaver quickly shifted from law-enforcement mode, in the apprehension of two suspected armed robbers fleeing from Loudoun County, to lifesaving mode in providing immediate treatment to one suspect who had been shot. – A Staff Report
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Marymount Fashion-Design Students Shine Annual ‘Portfolio in Motion’Exhibition Provides an Opportunity to Explore Styles BRIAN TROMPETER
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Marymount University fashion-design students showcased their best designs and wowed the crowd April 30 at the university’s annual “Portfolio in Motion” show. The theme for this year’s event was “Underground” and kicked off with a segment titled “Fashion Your Seatbelts,” in which all the models, dressed in black as harried commuters, exited from a subway-car backdrop. University officials honored Sue Wong as Marymount’s 2015 Designer of the Year. Born in rural southern China, Wong at a young age moved with her family to Hong Kong and then Los Angeles. Wong’s interest in fashion began with making outfits for her paper dolls and she was producing her own clothes by age 9. She now makes more than 1,500 designs per year and her creations have been worn by Tyra Banks, Taylor Swift, Anne Hathaway and Kim Kardashian. Senior designers for this year’s show included Nada Alrasheed, Dayle Angus, Eden Asbeha, Elvis Buckhalter, Victoria Hubbard, Brelynn Knight, Marissa Miller, Betsy Romero, Maya Shaw, Sophie Shaw and Chelsea Speckmann. Fashions presented in the “Young Entrepreneurs” category were provided by Robutton (Katie Pinkham of Marymount’s Class of 2011), Shan Marie (Shantelle Valdez, Class of 2010) and Lab Candy (Olivia Pavco-Giaccia). The show also benefited from the expertise of head coordinators Francesca Blee, Chelsea Connestro, Gabby Jackson, Delaney Manning, Amanda Rondepierre and Caitrin Waites, and specialists Jane Bornstein, Veronica Calero, Monique Casimiro, Sydni Chapman, Kristen Ellison, Kaila Ford, Samantha Fowler, Scarlett Hailey, Tihairra Hawkes, Madison Herbert, Jessica Hester, Rachel Keenan, Alexa Schaefer, Amarah Wade and Kayla Young. Faculty members Annette Ames, Marilyn Borsari, May Chae, Janice Ellinwood and Pam Stoessell served on the committee that advised the students. Modeling the fashions – which ranged from preppy golf outfits and stylish formalwear to striking modern designs – were Felicia Adomako, Devon Annunzi, Alexis Baker, Anjli Bhatia, Frank Cadle, Dominique Caesar, Chelsea Connestro, Christian Cox, Azuri Crawford, Michaiah Davis, Kaila Ford, Kaylah Galloway, Hunter Hayes, Victor Igboko, Christopher John, Alyssa Kalonji, Rachel Keenan, Meagan Mahan, Seth McDonald, Sebastian Monzon, Marcus Moreno, Deena Parker, Bria-Scott Fleming, Danielle Smith and Carolanne Wilson.
Danielle Smith models a golfing outfit with a floral-print tank top with mesh binding and blue striped shorts with white piping, designed by Maya Shaw.
Grace and Olivia Shank model printed lab coats designed by Olivia Pavco-Giaccia’s organization Lab Candy during “Portfolio in Motion.”
Frank Cadle escorts Alexis Baker, wearing a black-and-ivory dress with drape detail designed by Benedikte Hatlehol, during “Portfolio in Motion: Underground” on April 30 at Marymount University in Arlington. PHOTOS BY BRIAN TROMPETER At left, Frank Cadle, Devon Annunzi and Seth McDonald model fashions by designer Elvis Buckhalter during “Portfolio in Motion: Underground.”
Anjli Bhatia models a plum-and-navy textured dress with slit in sideseam, designed by Eva Anderson, during “Portfolio in Motion: Underground.”
U.S. Chess Master Jeevan Karamsetty, a graduating senior at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology, defeated 21 of 22 opponents and allowed only one draw in his May 16 simultaneous exhibition – “simul” – at Wakefield High School. Saigautam Bonam, a sixth-grader at Haycock Elementary School in Fairfax County with a USCF (United States Chess Federation) rating of 1778, was up after a middle-game miscalculation by Karamsetty and appeared to have a clear path to a win. But Karamsetty surprised Bonam with a perpetual check administered by his queen, to escape with a draw. (One onlooker was reminded of a wellknown 1960 game in which then-world champion Mikhail Tal was down in material to 18-year-old Bobby Fischer but found a similar perpetual queen check.) Other strong games were played against Karamsetty by Nihar Gudiseva, a classmate of Karamsetty’s and fellow member of the chess team at Thomas Jefferson; Gavin Francis of the U.S. Chess Center; Dr. Peter Gabor, a math teacher and coach of the chess team at Jefferson; and Demetrio Aragon of the Arlington Chess Club. Aragon, the last standing competitor in the simul, looked to be even going into a bishops-of-opposite-color endgame but Karamsetty squeezed him with advanced passed pawns backed by his king for the win. Francis was up two pawns early in his game but fell victim to a bishop fork combination, which regained the material for Karamsetty.
Nihar Gudiseva, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology; Thalia Grigsby pre-K; Kalyan Madanapalli, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology; Gilles Alfandari, parent; Sravan Badiganti, Northern Virginia Community College; Demetrio Aragon, Arlington Chess Club; Saigautam Bonam, Haycock Elementary School; Caleb Chang, McKinley Elementary; Davis Pfister, Key Elementary School; Eric Pfister, parent; Nate Buchwald, Potomac School; Peter Gabor, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology; Julian Calhoun, Wakefield High School; Gavin Francis, U.S. Chess Center; and Robert Teachey, U.S. Chess Center. Young talent Roland Foster, a thirdgrader at Key Elementary in Arlington, also went fairly deep playing a Berlin Defense but the game ended suddenly with a pretty queen sacrifice within an Anastasia’s mate pattern. Karamsetty, who is headed to the University of Virginia, now stands 53-0-1 in his three consecutive Arlington simuls spanning 2013-15. His field of competitors this year included Alessandro Alfandari, Georgetown Day School; Charlie Chen, Yorktown High School; Isabella Chumpitaz, Key Elementary School; Kevin Chumpitaz, Potomac School; Roland Foster, Key Elementary School; Shantanu Gore, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology; Lock Grigsby, Georgetown Day School;
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Opinion Our View: Critics of I-66 Plan Need Alternative Since its conception more than a half-century ago, the default position of too many local residents related to Interstate 66 has been “no” – from those who in the 1960s and ’70s fought bringing the highway inside the Beltway to those today who object to any change designed to ease congestion. The “culture of no” was on display at community hearings in recent weeks, as the public and advocacy groups turned out to criticize proposals by the McAuliffe administration to add tolling during peak hours to the section of the highway from the Capital Beltway
east to Route 29. The plan calls for free travel to remain at rush hour, but only for vehicles with three occupants. We concur that the idea has its share of holes. It was rolled out before the Virginia Department of Transportation had all its facts and figures in order, which (justifiably) makes people skeptical. And after a decade in which toll lanes have been outsourced to private firms because, we presume, the state government felt it couldn’t handle the job, we are now promised that not only can VDOT undertake it, but will turn a profit, to boot.
Color us nervous, or at least in need of a whole lot more analysis, before we can give a nod of approval to this proposition. But that said, the McAuliffe administration does deserve credit for rolling such a proposal out there. Yes, it needs to be fleshed out, but for those who oppose it, simply saying “no” is not enough – we expect to hear some coherent alternative proposals coming from the critics. I-66 is a vital link in the regional transportation network. Letting it stagnate is an unacceptable option.
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opens July 1 for the 2015 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, to be held Sept. 12-25 at venues across the region. Seniors are eligible to compete if they are 50 years of age by Dec. 31 and live in one of the sponsoring jurisdictions: the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church and the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun and Prince William. Registration forms are available at senior centers, community centers and senior residences or by calling (703) 228-4721. Participants also can register online at www.nvso.us. The registration fee is $12, which covers participation in multiple events. Since 1982, parks and aging departments from localities across the region have sponsored Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, which has seen participation grow to more than 800 each year.
Cat kennels at the Fairfax County Animal Shelter in recent days have been completely full, and the shelter is asking for the community’s help to find homes for all of their adoptable cats and kittens. “Summer is generally the shelter’s busiest season, but this year has seen a higherthan-usual number of intakes, particularly of older and harder-to-adopt cats as well as very young kittens,” county officials said. “In addition, many of the holding cages are being used to house cats that are part of an ongoing Animal Control investigation.” The animal shelter has been reaching out to partners throughout the region for assistance. “It’s a tough time for most shelters and rescues, and many of our partners are also out of space to take new cats,” said Kristen Auerbach, the shelter’s interim director. “We need our community to come out and adopt. Adopting a cat during this time means you’re truly saving a life.” The shelter is cutting adoption fees in half through June 27 in hopes of drawing more adopters. Cats and kittens will be able to be adopted for between $25 and $50 during this time. The shelter is also asking those considering surrendering their cat to wait until there is more space available. “We’re at the point of having to set up temporary crates to house cats, so unless it is an emergency, we’re asking people to hold off on surrendering their cats until we have available cage space,” Auerbach said. The shelter is currently taking a list of names of people needing to surrender cats, and calling them back as soon as kennels open up. For information, call (703) 830-1100 or e-mail animalshelter@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia’s Margery Barkdull Memorial Fund for Animal Welfare has made two awards through its 2015 grant process. The fund, which aims to support organizations that preserve and protect animals in Northern Virginia, has provided $5,000 grants to Operation Paws for Homes and Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter. Funding for the Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter will support training, socialization and behavior-modification for dogs currently in the shelter, to make them more adoptable. “Our shelter staff is thrilled that they can now send almost twice the number of dogs for training than we had originally budgeted,” said Karen Diviney, a volunteer at the shelter.
elected chairman of the Fairfax County Public Library board of trustees, and will continue in the post for the coming year. A resident of Annandale, Fegan has served as the at-large representative to the board since 1993. Karrie Delaney, a resident of Chantilly, has been re-elected as the vice chair of the board, and will serve her second year in the post. Delaney has been a library board member since 2013. CONNOLLY HEADLINES GRADUATION CEREMONY FOR FIREFIGHTERS: U.S.
Rep. Gerald Connolly (D-11th) was the keynote speaker at the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department’s 138th Recruit School graduation, held June 12 at W.T. Woodson High School. For approximately six months, 44 recruit firefighters underwent extensive training. Firefighters were trained to respond to fires, hazardous-materials incidents, vehicle crashes and extrications, swiftwater rescue, confined-space rescue, and emergency medical incidents. The firefighter/EMT and firefighters/ paramedic recruits officially became professional firefighters upon graduation. COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE SEES SUCCESS IN FOOD-COLLECTION EFFORT: The Fairfax County Office of the
County Attorney recently participated in the statewide “Legal Food Frenzy” for the first time, competing with other law firms and legal departments around the commonwealth to raise money and food for local food banks. The County Attorney’s Office collected 20,359 pounds of food for the Capital Area Food Bank, earning itself fifth place in the competition against a sizeable list of firms, many of which are much larger. Continued on Page 7
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Continued from Page 6 “I’m very proud of the level of enthusiasm and competitiveness from staff who devoted their time to this cause,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova. “I’m genuinely touched by the generosity of employees throughout the county who hauled boxes, bags and cans of food into their offices, and those who donated money.” The annual campaign was led statewide by Attorney General Mark Herring.
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Vienna Parks Director Departing for Post in City of Fairfax BRIAN TROMPETER Staff Writer
Cathy Salgado, who since 2002 has directed the Vienna Parks and Recreation Department, will step down July 3 to take the same post in the city of Fairfax. Salgado, who will start her new job July 6, said she was excited about the new challenges ahead. “There’s a lot going on in the city that I think I can help them with,” she said. “I’ve always worked for towns and cities. I enjoy the interaction with the community and thrive in that environment. Their mayor and Council really want to continue traditions in that city.” Vienna Town Manager Mercury Payton said Salgado’s departure was not a surprise and that he understood senior staff sometimes seek challenges elsewhere. But Mayor Laurie DiRocco said she was surprised by the timing of Salgado’s departure, shortly before work begins on the Vienna Community Center’s renovation-and-expansion project. “It’s a little tricky,” DiRocco said of the situation. “The town will have to figure out who will carry the ball and move the project forward.” DiRocco said she was impressed by Salgado’s service to the town. “She did wonderful community activities and programs and we’ll miss her a great deal,” she said. Salgado was Vienna’s last department head selected by former Town Manager John Schoeberlein. Since Payton began
his tenure in mid-2011, Finance Director Phil Grant and Information Technology Director Craig Griffin retired, Police Chief Robert Carlisle retired to work for Navy Federal Credit Union, Administrative Services Director Nancy McMahon departed suddenly and without explanation, Public Information Officer Kirstyn Barr left to become town manager in Occoquan and Planning and Zoning Director Greg Hembree committed suicide. Payton said he hopes to find Salgado’s successor by September and added that work on the community center is set to begin on schedule that same month. Payton has tapped recreation-program manager Amy-Jo Hendrix, a 26-year town employee, to serve as acting parks-and-recreation director. Vienna officials will accept applications for the parks-and-recreation director’s job through June 21. The job will pay between $95,860 and $154,574 and require at least a master’s degree in parks-and-recreation management, public administration, leisure services or another closely related area. During her 13 years in Vienna, Salgado dedicated the Richard S. Black Bridge and Trail, guided renovations at the Nutley Street Property Yard and oversaw construction of the Vienna Dog Park, Vienna Town Green, Sarah Walker Mercer Park and the town’s community garden. She also worked with Fairfax County to restore the Wolftrap Creek stream bed, started the Oktoberfest and First Night Vienna events and helped bring synthetic turf to athletic fields at Waters Field and Glyndon Park.
Vienna Parks and Recreation Director Cathy Salgado (third from right) watches as then-Board of Supervisors Chairman (now U.S. Rep.) Gerald Connolly and the late Mayor M. Jane Seeman cut the ribbon for a synthetic-turf field at Waters Field in April 2006. PHOTO BY DEB KOLT
“She was certainly an innovator for the town in many significant ways,” Payton said. Salgado orchestrated events this year to celebrate Vienna’s 125th anniversary, including the upcoming “Evening in White” on Sept. 15, during which ticket holders will dress in white, bring meals and socialize at a mystery location to be revealed the day of the event. Her most recent project has been the expansion and renovation of the Vienna Community Center. Salgado’s departure comes not long after town officials and Fairfax County Public Schools leaders
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could not agree on a potential land swap, which was needed for the town to build a running track with two 4-foot-wide lanes at the community center’s new gym. The gym now will have just one running lane around its basketball court. Salgado weathered other challenges during her tenure. In 2002, sniper shootings in the region forced cancellation of the town’s annual Halloween Parade. In 2007, a catastrophic July 4 fireworks malfunction at Waters Field injured 11 people and led a Fairfax County Circuit Court jury three years later to award $4.75 million to one of the more seriously hurt victims. Salgado’s last day in the office will be July 2, but she also will oversee the July 3 fireworks show, Payton said. In Fairfax, Salgado will develop programming for the city’s new park, Old Town Square, and help chart the future of the Green Acres Center for senior citizens. Fairfax’s population is about 10,000 more than Vienna’s 16,000 and the city has more than 20 parks and about 288 acres of parkland, versus Vienna’s 13 parks and 165 acres of parkland. The jurisdictions’ parksand-recreation departments have roughly the same staff sizes, but perform different functions, Salgado said. Salgado grew up in Philadelphia and earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Loyola University in New Orleans and a master’s in recreation administration from the University of Maryland. Salgado held recreation jobs in Greenbelt, Md., for a decade, spent four years as a facilities-and-operations supervisor for the Falls Church Department of Recreation and Parks, and joined Vienna’s government in March 2002, succeeding Richard Black. Former Vienna Town Council member Maud Robinson said Salgado was a “person of exceptional ability and energy” who inspired loyalty among her staff and worked well with community groups. Town officials piled projects on Salgado early in her tenure, prompting Robinson to ask if she felt overwhelmed. Her response: “I love a challenge.” “She had a lot of initiative and tried to do the best for the town of Vienna,” Robinson said.
Local Airports in Middle of Pack for On-Time Departures, Arrivals Flip the coin and focus on arrivals, and it was BWI that led the region, with 80.15 percent of flights getting in on time, ranking 10th nationally. Dulles was 18th at 77.57 percent and Reagan National was 22nd at 76.44 percent. Nationally, the best on-time-arrival rates for the first four months of the year were posted in Salt Lake City (86.39 percent); Seattle-Tacoma (84.19 percent); Portland, Ore. (83.73 percent); Atlanta (83.16 percent); and Phoenix (82.07 percent). Worst performers were La Guardia (63.7 percent); JFK (70.02 percent); Boston (70.46 percent); Chicago O’Hare (71.88 percent); and Dallas-Fort Worth (73.49 percent). For the month of April, the nation’s largest airlines posted a collective on-timearrival rate of 81.8 percent, up from 79.6 percent a year ago, according to federal officials. In April, 29.93 percent of late flights were delayed by weather, up from 26.45 percent a year before. The reporting carriers canceled 0.9 percent of their scheduled domestic flights in April, an improvement over the 1.1-percent cancellation rate posted in April 2014. Among the nation’s large carriers, the highest on-time-arrival rates in April were recorded by Hawaiian Airlines (92.7 percent), Alaska Airlines (89.3 percent) and Delta Air Lines (86.8 percent). The lowest on-time-arrival rates came from Frontier Airlines (72.5 percent), Spirit Airlines (74.7 percent) and Envoy Air (77 percent).
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If you flew through any of the region’s three airports during the first four months of the year, you were most likely to depart on time at Ronald Reagan Washington National. And you’d have been most likely to have gotten back on time at BaltimoreWashington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. New figures from the federal Bureau of Transportation Statistics put Reagan National, BWI and Washington Dulles International Airport in the middle of the pack among the nation’s 29 largest airports in terms of on-time performance for the January-to-April timeframe. For departures, Reagan National ranked 10th among the biggest airports, with 79.82 percent of its flights departing within 15 minutes of schedule. Dulles was 20th at 75.18 percent, while BWI was 23rd at 73.86 percent. At the top of the on-time ranking for departures was Salt Lake City, with 86.87 percent of flights leaving the gate within the 15-minute window, followed by Portland, Ore. (86.79 percent); Seattle-Tacoma (85.18 percent); Minneapolis-St. Paul (83.46 percent); and San Diego (81.8 percent). Bottom of the ranking was New York’s La Guardia, where only 68.17 percent of flights made it out on time, followed by Chicago O’Hare (69.56 percent); NewarkLiberty (71.35 percent); John F. Kennedy International (71.57 percent); and DallasFort Worth (72.37 percent).
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McLean/Great Falls Notes STUDENT’S BAKE SALE RAISES FUNDS SUPPORTING THOSE WITH AUTISM: Ste-
kitchen at their restaurant. Funds raised through the event will go to purchase therapy equipment for AMA-Alagoas, a nonprofit that supports children with development disabilities in the poorest regions of Brazil. Cultural Care Au Pair, an au-pair agency headquartered in Boston, is matching the funds raised through the bake sale. For information, see the Web site at www.skurtz.aupairnews.com.
ven Kurtz, a 13-year-old Great Falls resident with a passion for baking, recently organized a bake sale to raise money in support of children with autism in Brazil. Kurtz, who himself has autism, set up a tent at the Great Falls Farmers’ Market, where he sold cupcakes, cookies and Brazilian specialties like brigadeiros (a chocolate caramel candy) and bolo de fubá (a sweet cornmeal cake). The effort had support of family, Kurtz’s home-school teacher and his au pair (who is from Brazil). Chef Jacques Haeringer of L’Auberge Chez Francois, and his wife Carol stopped by and invited Kurtz, who aspires to work in a bakery, for a private visit and tour of the pastry
CHURCH CHOIR TO SING MOZART: St. John’s Episcopal Church’s Choir will sing Mozart’s Mass in C Major, K. 167 during the service of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, June 28 at 10 a.m. at the church, 6715 Georgetown Pike in McLean. The choir will be accompanied by violins, trombones and organ.
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The community is invited, and no tickets are required. For information, call (703) 356-4902 or see the Web site at www.stjohnsmclean.org. ART EXHIBITION FOCUSES ON ‘J’: Great
Falls Studios is presenting “It’s All About the Letter J!” at Great Falls Library. Members of the studio group were asked to participate, and came up with offerings on topics ranging from “Jasper National Park” and “Jefferson” to “Justice” and even “Jell-O.” The exhibition is open during regular library hours. For information, see the Web site at www.greatfallstudios.com. CHURCH TO HELP RESTOCK PANTRIES OF ‘SHARE’: St. Dunstan’s Episcopal
Steven Kurtz, organizer of a bake sale to support organizations assisting those with autism in Brazil, takes a selfie with his au pair, Rafaela Franco of Brazil.
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James Madison Grads Urged to Think of Bright Futures DAVE FACINOLI Staff Writer
In her address to graduates, Virginia Moore told her James Madison High School classmates that the countdown on their phones finally showed all zeros for their time spent at the Vienna school. But “this isn’t even close to the end of our stories,” Moore said at Madison’s 55th commencement ceremony, held June 17 at Robinson Secondary School. “Now we are freshmen in the real world, whether in college or at a job,” Moore said. “We have probably averaged 5,000 hours at this school the last four years. We are ready to explore the rest of our forest.” She advised the seniors to be brave. “We have learned so much from our mistakes, accomplishments, our peers and teachers,” Moore said. “We got stronger in the lessons we learned through adversity.” Moore was one of 473 graduates inside the packed Robinson gymnasium on a Wednesday afternoon. The ceremony focused on simplicity, lasting less than two hours and including musical selections from the school orchestra and madrigals. Madison principal Mark Merrell welcomed the graduates. Shane Rigsby, a Madison faculty member since 2006, was the guest speaker, continuing the school’s recent tradition of having a teacher give the commencement address. Rigsby told a story about a time
someone, knowing he was a high-school teacher, asked him what he thought about the country’s future. “I think of all of you and that our future is so bright, I’ve got to wear shades,” Rigsby said in answering that question. “I see the inspiration that’s all around you, and be that inspiration for others.” Rigsby told how he watched the graduates push themselves since the day they walked into Madison. He urged them to return and visit and stop by to talk. “When you come back, I will be the guy staring into a future so bright, I’ve got to wear shades” Rigsby said as he ended his speech by putting on a pair of sunglasses. Madison’s director of student services, Bob Gambarelli, said that 114 graduates amassed cumulative grade-point averages of 4.0 or higher during their four years at the high school. He added that 96 percent of the school’s graduates will attend college, earning 600 scholar- James Madison High School graduates Gabriela Walch, Joey Moreno and Kaitlyn Tummarello prepare for comPHOTO BY DAVE FACINOLI ships worth more than $5 mencement exercises at Robinson Secondary School. million. With that, the names of graduates bezenship Awards, and Kathryn Harrison Students Noelle Anderson and Benja- earned the Faculty Award, Madison’s gan being called, each receiving a red rose min Campbell received the school’s Citi- highest honor. after shaking Merrell’s hand.
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Chuck Katis’ life changed during a trip to Europe when he was 7 years old. Bored by offerings at the famous toy store FAO Schwarz, he became transfixed by coin tricks performed by a street magician. Katis, a 2011 Langley High School graduate and champion swimmer, became an amateur magician and used his skills to entertain young cancer patients. His abilities as a magician took off when he asked a simple question: “Am I watching closely?” Katis on June 16 urged Langley High’s Class of 2015 to pay careful attention to their chosen activities, and then reap the rewards. “When you start watching your life closely, it will change for the better,” he said. Langley High bade farewell to 492 graduating seniors during ceremonies at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. Vice principal Fred Amico bestowed the school’s Faculty Award on graduating senior Harris LaTeef and vice principal Jessica Statz gave the Principal’s Award to class vice president Abdullah Jamil. Jamil said he and his classmates had endured good times and bad and grown as people during their time at Langley. “You’re the strongest group of individuals I’ve ever known,” said Jamil, who then quoted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Faith is taking the first step, even when you don’t
Langley High School graduating seniors Rachel Andrejev, Dylan Appleby, Ferris Arnous and Vikram Ashok smile before the start of commencement ceremonies June 16 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington. PHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER
see the staircase.” Jamil poked fun at his less-than-triathlete physique and turned his back to the audience so he could hoist a “selfie stick” and take a cell-phone photo of himself and the class. He also wished his fellow graduates future success. “May the best year of your past be the worst year of your future,” he said. Class secretary Shivani Gupta thanked classmates’ parents for supporting their children and said her encounters at Langley had been transformative. “Some people cross your path and change your whole direction,” she said. Class of 2015 president Shakir Naji
listed some of Langley High’s athletic and academic honors during the last year and exhorted his classmates to pursue their studies with vigor. The seniors’ experiences had brought them closer together, he added. “We’re a Saxon family,” he said. “I will always be here for all of you, no matter what.” Keynote speaker Katis told the graduates if they pictured success in their minds, they could accomplish virtually any goal. Katis went to Harvard University after graduating from Langley High four years ago, but he previously had visited Harvard’s campus as a child and envisioned himself
living in one of the university’s dormitories and engaging in student activities. Katis, who later transferred to the University of California-Berkeley, also related how he had wanted to give Langley’s commencement address while wearing a fancy Tom Ford suit. He unzipped his ceremonial black gown to show off one of the designer’s darkgray suits, which he obtained secondhand through a San Francisco consignment shop. “I’m accomplishing my dreams and goals . . . because that’s what I visualized for myself,” Katis said. “The world will open itself up for you.”
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What better way to tell high-school graduates to maintain a sense of humor than by saying so while wearing a tall hat of red and yellow flames? “You have to learn to laugh off the bad to better appreciate the good, George C. Marshall High School government and history teacher Sean Rolon told the school’s Class of 2015 during June 17 commencement ceremonies at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. Rolon, who kicked off his remarks by pretending to join the burgeoning field of 2016 U.S. presidential candidates, told the graduates they must give 100-percent effort if they expect to succeed. “You need to set yourself apart from the competition and demonstrate why you’re special,” he said. Rolon also urged the graduating seniors to have confidence, advocate for themselves, never brag and always learn from their experiences. The 393 graduates – boys dressed in red caps and gowns, girls in light blue – watched the presentation of colors by the Chantilly Academy’s Advanced Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Honor Guard and listened to the Statesman Singers perform the national anthem, Marshall’s alma mater and the song “I Was Here.” Senior class officer Sanam Analouei said the Class of 2015 had shown considerable drive, passion and desire to beat the odds.
tional Airport. While that job enabled him to buy a new Toyota Corolla, “I quickly realized I didn’t want to punch a time clock all my life,” he said. He later attended Northern Virginia Community College and then George Mason University, earning a bachelor’s degree in international studies. Pearson originally hoped to be a diplomat at the U.S. State Department, but he enjoyed a stint as a substitute teacher and that led George C. Marshall High School seniors Nicholas Langkau, Jackson Lee, Tarek Saoud, Owen Crizer, Ellie Mandell, Sean Hoff- to further teaching man, Colin Krafft and (front row) Mary Hagopian and Sophie Lex show their excitement before June 17 commencement and administrative PHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER ceremonies at D.A.R. Constitution Hall . posts. “You’ll find your niche, too, and “We are Statesmen,” he said. “We don’t for Region 2, echoed themes he had emwatch history unfold. We make it.” phasized while serving as Marshall High’s you’ll know it when it happens,” he said. Pearson advised the seniors to work Robert Havers, president of the George principal from 2005 to 2014. C. Marshall Foundation, presented Ethan Pearson urged the graduates to find hard, even if certain tasks come easily to Schaefer and Danica Mooney-Jones with their niche in life, work hard, have no re- them, as this will help them improve, impress others and get them noticed. the school’s Statesman Awards. grets and be nice. The graduates also should remain openSenior class officer Nicholas Beltran Career paths often do not follow presented principal Jeffrey Litz with the straight, logical progressions, Pearson said. minded, seek and evaluate a wide range Class of 2015’s gift: $5,000 to purchase After graduating from T.C. Williams High of viewpoints and not let themselves get new benches and tables for courtyards at School in Alexandria in 1981, Pearson bogged down by regrets over poor decithe newly renovated school. drifted for a couple of years and earned sions and missed opportunities, Pearson Keynote speaker Jay Pearson, Fairfax money by driving a rental-car shuttle bus said. “Learn from the [negative] feelings County Public Schools’ executive principal at what then was called Washington Na- and move forward,” he said.
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McLean High Grads Asked to Cultivate Virtue, Judgment BRIAN TROMPETER Staff Writer
McLean High School seniors Maeghan Klinker, Emma Knapp, William Koch and Elise Koehl eagerly await their diplomas before the start of commencement ceremonies June 16 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington. PHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER
Scalia also touched briefly on national issues, including the “need for a democratic society not to expect the Constitution to make all of its decisions,” and cautioned graduates not to get too caught up in political issues, lest this serve as an excuse to neglect obligations in their personal lives. Student speakers Ryan Waugh and Katherine Jolly spoke to the graduates following Scalia’s remarks. Jolly said McLean High had inculcated in her the desire for success, but also generosity, humility and the need to respect
others. “Teachers at McLean go out of their way to help and support their students,” she said. Waugh confessed to being a class clown in his younger years, and paying the price for it academically. He credited his parents and a school counselor for bringing him back on the right course. “If someone is struggling in any way, you need to help him,” he said. Waugh also urged the graduates to push for their full potential and encourage oth-
ers to do the same. “Find what makes you special . . . and use it to shoot for the stars,” he said. Also at the ceremony, principal Ellen Reilly bestowed McLean High’s Faculty Awards on seniors Arjan Peters and Anna Campion. Senior Elise Koehl hardly could contain her excitement about graduating. “We’ve been working for this moment for four years and now it’s here,” said Koehl, who will play lacrosse at the University of Louisville in Kentucky.
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U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia on June 16 exhorted McLean High School’s Class of 2015 not only to seek knowledge, but develop judgment and virtue as well. Scalia, speaking to the 473 red-gowned graduates at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., cited Nazi Germany as rock-solid proof that copious knowledge does not guarantee virtue. Knowledge is not the only wellspring of future success, Scalia said, citing the leadership abilities of George Washington, whose formal education was far outpaced by that of some of the nation’s other founders. “Surely you know . . . the disembodied brain, the student who knows absolutely everything in the books, but you wouldn’t trust him to walk the dog without getting lost,” Scalia said. The graduates until now have received virtue and judgment through example and correction at school and in their homes, but they will not have those steadying forces in college, Scalia said. Religion and morality frequently were part of the curriculum during Scalia’s college days, but no longer. Disciplinary infractions then stemmed from violations of sound morality, not political correctness, he said. Scalia quoted his father: “Brains are like muscles. They can be hired by the hour. The only thing that’s not for sale is character.”
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Vienna/Oakton Notes ‘CONCERTS ON THE GREEN’ SUMMER SERIES GETS GOING: Upcoming per-
formances in the Vienna Concerts on the Green series include Karl Stoll and the Danger Zone (blues and rock-and-roll) on June 26 and Beetles and Bubblegum Experience on June 28. Performances are held at 6:30 p.m. on the Vienna Town Green, 144 Maple Ave., E., and are free. Those attending are
asked to bring chairs and blankets. No alcoholic beverages are permitted, and it is requested that pets be left at home. A complete schedule is available on the town government’s Web site at www. viennava.gov. ART EXHIBITION FEATURES GARDENS: The Vienna Arts Society presents
“What’s in Your Garden?” featuring the
work of artist Loy McGaughy of Reston through Aug. 1 at the Gallery in the Village Green, 513 Maple Ave, W. The exhibition, which features watercolors inspired by the artist’s personal photographs, is open Tuesdays through Saturdays. ICE-CREAM SOCIAL SET FOR SENIORS:
The Shepherd’s Center of Oakton Vi-
enna and Vienna Parks and Recreation Department will host an ice-cream social and white-elephant bingo for seniors on Thursday, June 25 at noon at the American Legion, 330 Center St., N., in Vienna. Lunch is available, followed by ice cream at 1 p.m. and traditional bingo games at 1:30 p.m. For information, see the Web site at www.scov.org.
Business Briefcase FAIRFAX CHAMBER CELEBRATES 90 YEARS OF SERVICE: Fairfax County
Chamber of Commerce officials threw a party for members and local dignitaries June 9 to celebrate the organization’s 90th anniversary. Chamber members and guests gathered in the atrium of the Silver Line Center building in Tysons Corner, where the organization has its offices, and sampled food and drinks from local restaurants. Del. Tim Hugo (R-40th) presented chamber president and CEO James Corcoran with a resolution from the General Assembly that honored the business group’s contributions over the past nine decades. “I want you to know you are making a difference,” Hugo told the chamber members. Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova (D) presented Corcoran with a similar proclamation, and said the board always wants to know the chamber’s posi-
tion before deciding on major issues. “The chamber has never been stronger, never been more vibrant than it is right now,” she said. Corcoran noted wryly that it is not customary to charge guests to attend one’s birthday party, but added the chamber would donate the more than $5,000 obtained from the $20 tickets to the Children’s Science Center. NEW DATA SHOW CONTINUED ECONOMIC MALAISE IN COUNTY: New fed-
eral figures suggest Fairfax continues to lag economically compared to other areas across the U.S., even though wages remain among the highest in the nation. Increases in both employment and wages for those working in Fairfax County were near the bottom of the pack nationally in the fourth quarter of 2014, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics figures reported June 17.
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Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce officials celebrated the organization’s 90th anniversary June 9 during an event in Tysons Corner and accepted laudatory resolutions from the General Assembly and the Board of Supervisors. Pictured from left are Joe Vidulich, the chamber’s vice president of government affairs; Supervisors Jeff McKay and Patrick Herrity; Del. Tim Hugo; chamber president and CEO James Corcoran; Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova; and Dels. Marcus Simon, Eileen Filler-Corn, David Bulova, Vivian Watts and Mark Keam. PHOTO BY BRIAN TROMPETER
Total year-over-year employment in the county (no matter where individuals live) was up 0.2 percent, ranking Fairfax 311th out of the nation’s 339 largest counties, while the 2-percent year-over-year growth in average wages ranked Fairfax 291st. Nationally, employment in counties with more than 75,000 jobs grew 2.2 percent from the fourth quarter of 2013 to the fourth quarter of 2014, while the average weekly paycheck was up 3.5 percent. On the positive side, Fairfax’s average weekly wage of $1,584 was ninth largest among the 339 top counties, standing 53 percent higher than the national average. And among county residents (no matter where they work), the jobless rate has ticked under 3 percent and long has been the lowest in the commonwealth. Across the country, the highest weekly wages for the quarter were found in San Mateo, Calif. ($2,166); New York County (Manhattan), N.Y. ($2,138); Santa Clara, Calif. ($2,114); Suffolk, Mass. ($1,856); and San Francisco, Calif. ($1,850). Rounding out the top 10 were the District of Columbia ($1,696); Fairfield, Conn. ($1,674); Arlington County ($1,613); Fairfax County; and Somerset, N.J. ($1,543). Benton, Ark., had the largest yearover-year increase in average wages, up 9.9 percent. San Mateo, though still at the top of the ranking, experienced the largest decline, with its average weekly wage falling 20.4 percent due to a substantial drop in the information sector. Among other counties (and cities, which in Virginia also are counted by federal statisticians), the average weekly wage in the fourth quarter of 2014 was $1,464 in Alexandria, up 3.7 percent; $1,204 in Loudoun
County, up 1.3 percent; $1,101 in Richmond, up 3.5 percent; $1,001 in Norfolk, up 5.6 percent; $977 in Henrico, up 3.3 percent; $960 in Newport News, up 3.4 percent; $876 in Chesterfield, up 0.2 percent; $809 in Virginia Beach, up 3.3 percent; and $792 in Chesapeake, up 2.1 percent. GROWTH AT REAGAN NATIONAL ACCELERATES: Growth in passenger counts
at Ronald Reagan Washington National shows no sign of abating, with more than 2 million passengers coming and going through its terminals in April. At Washington Dulles International Airport, anemia continues to reign, based on newly released passenger figures. Combine the two, and the total passenger count of 3.8 million in April was up 4 percent from a year before – slightly less than the national average of 4.3 percent – according to figures reported June 16 by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA). The 2,005,477 passengers using Reagan National during the month represent a year-over-year increase of 9.5 percent, bringing the year-to-date passenger count up 8.7 percent from 2014 figures. At Dulles, April’s passenger total of 1,771,008 was down 1.7 percent from a year before, with the year-to-date total down 3.3 percent. Combined, the two airports saw 13.2 million passengers during the first four months of the year, an increase of 2.7 percent. That’s below the 3.7-percent increase reported nationally by the trade group Airlines for America. – Staff Reports
Public-Safety Notes employee at Vienna Rexall Drug Center, 150 Maple Ave., W., told Vienna police on June 17 at 7:49 p.m. that a co-worker had been observed taking pills from a prescription bottle prepared for a customer. A Vienna police officer responded, spoke to the co-worker and learned the man also had ingested the pills before the officer arrived. Police summoned Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel to determine if the employee was in any danger from ingesting the pills. The rescue workers determined the man did not require treatment, police said. Vienna police arrested the suspect, a 28-year-old Vienna man, for petit larceny and possession of a controlled substance. Police transported the suspect to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, where authorities held him on $2,000 bond. VIENNA WOMAN DOES NOT FALL FOR GRANDSON-HAS-BEEN-ARRESTED SCAM: A resident living in the 300 block
Valeview Court, N.W., told Vienna police on June 16 11:11 a.m. that she had received a telephone call from someone who claimed to be her grandson. The caller stated he had been on a trip to Mexico and been arrested for having marijuana in his vehicle and needed money to post his bail. The resident stated she recognized this to be a scam and hung up her telephone, police said. MAN
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ASKED TO BORROW VEHICLE FOR JOY RIDE: A local resident told Vienna police
on June 16 at 9:25 p.m. that as he was sitting in his mother’s parked vehicle in the 100 block of Branch Road, S.E., two men had approached him. One of the men asked the victim for permission to take the car for a joy ride. When the complainant said no, the man pulled him from the car, police said. The victim told the two men he was going to call the police and they fled the area, authorities said. Vienna police continue to investigate this case. LEAKING ACETYLENE EXPLODES AT VIENNA SERVICE STATION: Fairfax
County Fire and Rescue Department units responded on June 19 at around 12:05 a.m. to a fire at the James Madison Shell service station and vehicle-repair shop at 545 Maple Ave., W., in Vienna. Firefighters upon arrival encountered smoke and fire behind the building and conducted an aggressive fire attack to quickly extinguish the fire. The station’s fuel pumps were open for business when the incident occurred, but the repair garage was closed. The sole occupant inside the building escaped unharmed after hearing the explosion. No one was injured during the incident. Officials estimate the explosion caused about $7,000 damage. According to investigators, the fire started in a secured sea container being used for miscellaneous storage behind the building. Leaking acetylene from a pressurized
cylinder in the container caused the explosion, although the exact cause of the fire is undetermined, officials said. 44 GRADUATE FROM FIRE-AND-RESCUE RECRUIT SCHOOL: Fairfax County
Fire and Rescue Department officials on June 12 honored 44 graduates of the department’s 138th Recruit School during a ceremony at W.T. Woodson High School in Fairfax. U.S. Rep. Gerald Connolly (D11th) gave the keynote address. The recruit firefighters for about six months underwent extensive training that taught them how to respond to fires, hazardous-materials incidents, vehicle crashes and emergency medical cases, as well as perform vehicle extrications, swift-water rescues and confined-space rescues, officials said. These firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician and firefighters/paramedic recruits officially became professional firefighters upon graduation.
COUNTY POLICE LOOK FOR MAN ACCUSED OF PEEPING IN STORE’S CHANGING ROOM: A customer trying on
clothes in a changing room at a Fair Oaks Mall department store told Fairfax County police on June 11 at 6 p.m. that a man had looked into the room. The suspect was described as white and about 30 years old.
MOTORIST TREATED FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCY AFTER STOPPING IN VIENNA ROADWAY: Vienna police dispatched
officers to Windover Avenue and Pleasant
Street, N.W., on June 12 at 4:32 p.m. after receiving a report that a driver had stopped his vehicle in the roadway and was blocking traffic. When police located the vehicle, the driver exited the vehicle and began yelling and acting in an irrational manner, police said. While the responding officers were attempting to calm down the driver, he began to suffer from a suspected medical emergency, police said. Police summoned Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel to the scene and they transported the driver to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
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ployee at Wendy’s restaurant, 411 Maple Ave., E., told Vienna police that on June 14 between 9:26 and 11:09 a.m., she had received harassing telephone calls from a former employer. A Vienna police officer contacted the caller and counseled him to cease contact with the employee. The officer also informed the employee about the warrant process should she decide to pursue charges related to the incident. HOW ITEMS ARE COMPILED, REPORTED: Items are compiled from public-safety
reports issued by the Fairfax County Police Department, Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office, Town of Vienna Police Department and other public-safety agencies, and are written by the newsroom staff of the Sun Gazette.
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Contrasting Emotions Of State-Title Contests
Just a few feet apart, the emotions were raw yet so drastically different on June 13 at the end of two state-championship high school baseball games.
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Hunter Mill Earns Four-Point Victory A Staff Report
The Northern Virginia Swimming League’s season began June 20, and many local teams were victorious in the various divisions. Following are highlights from many of those meets: n In the Hunter Mill Sharks’ 212-208 victory over Donaldson Run in an NVSL 2 meet, SWIMMING Division double winners for the Sharks were Katherine Frothingham, Alexandra Dicks, Riley DeLacy, Katie Mack, Julia Capobianco, Pieter Blindenbach and Ian Cobb. Mack broke her own freestyle record in 27.30. Cobb broke his own breaststroke record in 33.25. n The Chesterbrook Tiger Sharks opened their season in Division 1 of the NVSL with a 246-174 victory June 20 over the Highlands Whomping Turtles. Double winners for Chesterbrook were Andrew Bernstein, Thomas Outlaw, Chris Outlaw, Tyler Lentine, Julia Green and Veronica Wolff. Keira Gutierrez set a team record of 19.46 in the 8-under girls backstroke. For Highlands, double winners were Continued on Page 17
Top: Hunter Mill’s Lauren Brown swims the girls age 9-10 breaststroke during the Sharks’ opening meet of the 2015 summer season June 20 against Donaldson Run. Above: Hunter Mill’s Katie Mack PHOTOS BY DEB KOLT races in the girls 13-14 freestyle. The Sharks won the meet by four points.
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Fittingly, Mitch Blackstone got a hit in his final high school at-bat. His sharply-hit single to left field in the sixth inning of the 5A State Tournachampionship BASEBALL ment game wasn’t surprising, and was expected. The Marshall High School senior catcher, who graduated June 17, produced a lot of hits during his varsity career for the Statesmen as a four-year starter. That final hit capped a senior campaign in which Blackstone, the 2015 Capitol Conference, 5A North Region and 5A State Player of the Year, batted .519 and ended his career with a .439 average.
Marshall’s Mitch Blackstone batted .519 this past high school season. PHOTO BY DEB KOLT
Many of his batting totals rank Blackstone among the all-time best in the Virginia High School League. His 41 hits
this spring (including seven home runs) rank him sixth on the VHSL list, not yet updated through this season. His 119 career hits rank him third, on a list also not updated. Also this spring, Blackstone, who will play Division I college baseball at Cornell, had 11 doubles and four triples, drove in 29 runs, struck out just five times and walked 17 times. His 89 career RBI rank him third on the VHSL list. Blackstone smacked 17 career home runs, seven triples and 36 doubles. He batted .516 as a junior, .444 as a sophomore and .232 as a freshman. In the field, Blackstone had 20 assists as a junior and 13 as a senior. Marshall coach Aaron Tarr called Continued on Page 17
Both contests were played on the diamond at Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax. The 6A nightcap featured the Madison Warhawks, winning 6-5 with a run in the bottom of the seventh to nip the Chantilly Chargers. The Warhawks and their many fans, who packed the hillside along the thirdbase line, exploded with excitement. Many rushed onto the field, taking pictures, giving hugs and high fives, taking selfies, dumping water buckets on players and coaches, and a few tearing up with joy. Madison’s on-field celebrations and mingling lasted for more than an hour, well past 10 p.m. A few yards away, along the rightfield line, the Chantilly team huddled in quiet, as Vienna native and head coach Kevin Ford consoled his players and offered some final thoughts. That was two straight seasons Chantilly lost a close game in the state final, making the sting of defeat that much tougher. On the Chantilly side, there were no water buckets dumped or selfies taken. There were tears as well, but they were not for any joy. Some parents tried to snap a few last group and individual photos, but the players weren’t much interested. Not long after the team huddle, the quiet continued as the Chargers packed up and slowly left the field. Earlier in the day, the same reactions and emotions unfolded at the same spots, when the Stone Bridge Bulldogs, also in the third-base dugout, defeated the Marshall Statesmen in the 5A baseball final by a 9-4 score. Hugs and water buckets on the Stone Bridge side; red eyes, quiet talking, final hugs and photos with sad faces on the other. There’s nothing quite like experiencing those contrasting emotions up close at those season-ending (and very often career-ending) high-school state championship events. The reactions are pretty much always the same: raw and genuine and fun and hard to watch.
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By winning a girls 6A singles title last week, Sydney Goodson capped her prep career with an enTENNIS tire collection, or triple crown, of Virginia High School League state tennis championships. The Langley Saxons senior won the 6A singles tournament at George Mason University by defeating Alexis Merrill of W.T. Woodson, 7-5, 6-2, in the final, ending the season with just one singles loss during the 2015 campaign. That came against Merrill a few days earlier in the 6A North Region Tournament final. “I didn’t prepare very well for that region match with her,” Goodson said. “I had an attitude change for the state final and felt better about the match right from the beginning. I was more intense. I tried
Sydney Goodson holds the state bracket PHOTO FROM THE GOODSON FAMILY sheet.
to wear her down with long rallies.” Goodson was 2-0 in the state tourney,
defeating Sarah Whited of Cox, 6-2, 6-2, in the semifinals. Goodson also won the 6A doubles championship in 2015 with sophomore partner Simone Stoyen. They were 2-0 in the state, with a three-set win in the final over Oakton’s Annie Clark and Lindsey Lee. For her career in state competition, Goodson won two doubles championships (the other in 2012), was first in singles this spring, and in 2012 played on Langley’s state championship team. Goodson, who will play in college at Georgetown, also was on Langley’s runner-up state doubles team in 2013 and on this year’s team that finished second in the state to Oakton. Goodson did not play for Langley in 2014 to concentrate on junior tennis. “I really love the team environment,” Goodson said. “This season exceeded my
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kar and Michelle Owens. Single winners were Olivia Tennant, Nathan Rongione, Skylar Tennant, Olivia Brower, Amy Owens and Elizabeth McCulla. Wu broke the team record in girls 1112 breaststroke (36.03). n Vienna Woods defeated Fairfax Station, 270-150, in NVSL Division 3 action. Double winners for Vienna Woods were Megan Fitzpatrick, Abby Siddon, William Savarese, Sophia Brown, Timmy Fitzpatrick, Lana Huang, James Savarese, Lilly Allred, Eddie Burrows, Ben Shroeder and Sidney Owens. Single winners were Ben DenmanGrimm, Clayton Turner, Jack Norton, Alec Biles and Anna Miller. n The Langley Wildthings began the NVSL season with a 278-142 victory over Poplar Tree in Division 4. The team’s double winners were Tessa Jones, Luke Watson, Isabel Schone, Audry Wallach and Adair Sand. Single winners were Campbell Collins, Nathan Robinson, Emily Wallach, Brady Quinn, Matthew Buchanan, J.J. Bellaschi, Nathan Johnson, Kelly Crittenberger, Vincent Watson, Jake Smith, Maria-Grazia Favro and Duncan Proxmire. n The Great Falls Rapids lost to Highland Park, 217-202, in Division 9 NVSL action. Megan Jungers set a team record in the girls 13-15 backstroke in 32.54.
handed hitter had a knack for coming up with big hits in important situations. “He started doing that his freshman year, and it’s continued all the way through his high school career,” Tarr said. “He’s had so many moments when he did the defining things. He’s the best
high school player I have been with.” Blackstone said his senior year was his best individually and from a team concept. Marshall finished 21-7 and second in the region and state tournaments. After a regular-season loss to McLean, Marshall finished the season on a 13-
2 run. Its two losses were against Stone Bridge in the region and state tourney championship games. Marshall qualified for the state for the first time since 1992. “After that loss to McLean we talked about staying on a roll as a team,” Blackstone said. “We gave it our all.”
Marshall Continued from Page 16 Blackstone the best high school hitter he has coached, and noted the speedy right-
Hunter Mill’s Julia Capobianco swims the girls age 15-18 butterfly in her team’s opening meet of PHOTO BY DEB KOLT the summer season June 20 against Donaldson Run in Vienna.
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Horan, Catherine Hughes, D.J. Leiss, Eli Leonard, Elizabeth Mennitt, Charles Moore, Mary Redd, Owen Thomas and Rachel Yoon. Johnny Bradshaw set a new Hamlet team record in the 11-12 boys backstroke (31.68). He also set a new Hamlet record in the 11-12 boys butterfly (30.63). Chase Bradshaw tied a Hamlet team record in the 13-14 boys fly (28.97). Ewing set a Tuckahoe team record in the 9-10 boys freestyle (30.17) and shared in two Tuckahoe team relay records. n After two winless seasons, the Oakton Otters rallied to defeat Sully Station, 223-197, in NVSL Division 5 action in their season opener for 2015. Laura Branton led the girls mixed-age freestyle relay, with fellow swimmers Emerson Wilson, Ariel Klopfenstein and Evelyn Pickett, to a victory. Double winners for Oakton were Branton, Beau Souders, Emerson Wilson, Nick Highman, Eric Koplaski and Drew Weber. Single winners were Gabriella Mancusi, Peyton Reynolds, Bridget Prophett, Burke Carroll, Ethan Ai, Andrew Sargent and James Piccolo. n In Division 1 of the NVSL, the host McLean Marlins lost to Overlee, 236-184. Double winners for McLean were Victoria Valko, Robert Luebke, Dora Wu, Declan Sheeran, Andrew Selis-
Double winners for Great Falls were Shaun Fallon, Paige Hall, Megan Jungers, Will Kemmerer, Sasha Minsky and Sophie Smith. Single winners were Evan Guidi, Alex Hanna, Kendall Heebink, Steven Jungers and Abby Lentine. n The Cardinal Hill Cardinals fell to Crosspointe, 219-200, in NVSL Division 5 action. Double winners for the Cardinals were Becca Berg, Andrew Boback, Ian Russiello and Maggie Shi. Single winners were Eric Barna, Hana Brashear, Tai Brashear, Alec Butler, Isabel Butler, Brynn Curtis, Reece deKramer, Tommy Gaydos, Max Hollis, Clare Kehoe and Teddy Lewis. n In Division 3 of the NVSL, the Dunn Loring Dolphins fell to the Mount Vernon Gators, 232-187. Double winners for Dunn Loring were Katherine Shatokhin, Vera Korff, William Kindelan, Michael Falzone, Rachael Holp, Neal McElhattan, Sanam Milani and Michael Hahm. Single winners were Ana Falzone, Selena Kaup, Emily Swanekamp, Valerie Dirske, Kate McDermot and Natalie Champagne. n The Vienna Aquatic Gators fell to the Hunt Valley Sting Rays, 231.5-188.5, in an NVSL Division 2 meet. For Vienna Aquatic, Jack Galbraith broke his own 13-14 backstroke team record with a time of 28.94. Anna Keating also broke her own team record in the breaststroke with a time of 36.25. Double winners for the Gators were Julia Downing, Darby Galbraith, Jack Galbraith, Keating and Ian O’Toole. Single winners were Zachary Card, Robert Eachus, Tyler Johnson, Leah Knight, Alessandra Pezzimenti, Scarlet Rogers, Ashley Shepard and Libby Vietor. n In other action June 20, Shouse Village defeated Brookfield, 231-188, in Division 11 and Lakevale Estate fell to Wakefield Chapel, 263-157, in Division 2. No other information was submitted by Shouse Village and Lakevale.
Continued from Page 16 Allison Martin, Bridget O’Shaughnessy, Maggie O’Shaughnessy and Curan Palmer. Single winners were Maria Alvarado, Ben Charles, Colton Heuple, Kelsey Isman, Anno Kong, Skye Sunderhauf, Max Warrell and Courtney Watts. Martin set team records in the 1112 freestyle (29.10) and 11-12 backstroke (34.08). Bridget O’Shaughnessy set team records in the 9-10 free (31.89) and 9-10 breaststroke (42.84). Maggie O’Shaughnessy set a team record of 21.22 in 8-under breast. Watts set a 9-10 back record (34.67). Charles set a record in 13-14 butterfly (28.13). n In Division 9, the Kent Gardens Dolphins defeated Sideburn Run, 247-168. Double winners for Kent Gardens were Nora Venetianer, Jane McDonald, John Paul Gonsalves, Flavia Carcani, Clare Brady, Louis Tucker, David Sheng, Connor Carroll and Garrett Bataille, who also set a team record in the age 9-10 butterfly (15.43). He was part of a record-setting 9-10 boys medley relayincluding Gonsalves, Aidan McInerney and William Thomas III. Gonsalves set a record in the 9-10 backstroke while swimming up with the 11-12s. n The Tuckahoe Tigers defeated the Hamlet Green Feet, 289-131, in NVSL Division 1 action. Double winners for Hamlet were Chase Bradshaw, Johnny Bradshaw, Jenna Cai, Fiona Muir and Garrett Walsh. Single winners were Reilly Blanton, Grace Gent, Annie Moore and Celeste Pace. Double winners for Tuckahoe were Jacob Bell, J.T. Ewing, Bruno Haggard, Danielle Hughes, Emanuel Rouvelas and Carolina Zubler. Single winners were Peter Byman, Natalie English, Carter Flint, Max Gieseman, Elizabeth Hall, Leah
expectations. It was so exciting.” Over a three-day period from June 11 to 13, with temperatures in the 90s each afternoon, Goodson competed in the state singles, doubles and team tourneys. “It was so fun, so hot, so tiring, but so worth it,” Goodson said. n In the girls 5A state singles tournament, Marshall High School sophomore Natalina Koludrovic lost in the championship match to Nina Sorkin of Deep Run by a 6-1, 6-2 score. Koludrovic won her semifinal match over Keerthana Shankar of Mills Godwon, 6-1, 6-2, in the state semifinal competition. As a team, Marshall lost to Mills Godwin in the 5A state tournament final by a 5-3 score. Prior to the state tournaments, Koludrovic won the 5A North Region singles crown and
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Oakton Girls Fall Short in State Lacrosse Title Game ALLEN KHA
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The Oakton Cougars (12-7) fell short in their quest to add a fifth state chamgirls laLACROSSE pionship crosse trophy, losing 16-12 to the Robinson Rams in the Virginia High School League’s 6A State Tournament championship game June 13 at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Oakton also finished second in last year’s state tournament. After the teams traded goals in the first few minutes of the 2015 final, the heavilyfavored Rams went on a 5-1 run to open
the game and take a 9-3 lead at halftime. Robinson defeated Oakton three times this season. The Cougars, playing in their fourth championship game in the past five years, would not let Robinson’s coronation begin early, not without a fight. For a stretch in the middle of the second half, Oakton clawed back. Led by Navy-bound senior Kelsey McWilliams and Winthrop-bound senior Lydia Montanino, the Cougars had momentum swing their way and tied the game at 11 with a few minutes left in the contest. Robinson regrouped after calling a
time-out, and found a final few goals to push past Oakton. McWilliams and Stephanie Palmucci each scored three goals for the Cougars, while Montanino and Karlie Cronin each added two. J Jackie McGuinness and Rachel Pionke also scored for Oakton, while Palmucci and Montanino added assists on the evening. Oakton advanced to the final by defeating Forest Park, 16-5, in the semifinals a few days earlier. The Cougars routed defending state champion Westfield, 15-2, in the first round.
Oakton lost to Westfield in last year’s state final. The Cougars last won the state title in 2012. In the win over Forest Park, McWilliams scored four goals, Montanino had three, Pionke had two goals and an assist, and Karlie Cronin had a goal and three assists. Against Westfield in the first round, McWilliams, Pionke and Montanino each scored three goals to lead the Cougars Prior to the state final, Oakton has lost to Robinson twiced during the spring season, by 15-6 and 18-11 scores.
Langley’s Lacrosse Season Ends With Loss in VHSL Semifinal DAVE FACINOLI Staff Writer
He would rather have been coaching his own team in the recent 6A state tournament boys lacrosse championship but with LACROSSE game, the Langley Saxons having been eliminated in the semifinals, Earl Brewer got to do the next best thing. The longtime Langley High School coach (324 career wins) watched his son, Drew Brewer, play in the June 13 Virginia High School League title game for the
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the state. “This season was definitely a range of emotions,” Earl Brewer said. “At one point, we thought this team didn’t have any grit. It was no fun for the players or coaches.” Just when the season seemed lost, Brewer said the turnaround came during a 7-6 loss to Stone Bridge on April 24. Langley won eight games in a row after that defeat. “We saw a spark in that game and the players started to believe,” the coach said. “We got healthy and better and had a nice run when we beat some good teams
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Kathy Neal has been helping homebuyers in McLean become homeowners for over 30 years. She understands that when you buy a home or refinance it, you don’t need just a mortgage. You need someone who will represent you, care for you and make sure you get what you need. Hillary Clinton is among those already out on the campaign trail, hoping to be elected president in November 2016.
Karen Briscoe, Huckaby, Briscoe, Conroy Realty Group: “Often the impact doesn’t happen until after the elections with people moving around, in and out of this area, and renting a lot at first. Typically, election years are good and stable years. That’s what I am expecting.” Karen Close, Century 21: “Historically, my experience is the impact of an election is not a great deal. If the economy changes, that would be the biggest thing.” Dawn Wilson, Keller Williams: “Because President Obama was a two-term president, that may create some activity as far as selling, if those in his administration purchased homes. Usually, when there is a change in administration, there is more of an impact on the rental market. Some buy, but a lot rent instead.” Dee Murphy, Long & Foster: “If there is an effect, it’s so gradual it won’t show up on a graph. The impact is so spread out that it’s not a factor. At least I’ve never seen it that way.” Dean Yeonas, Yeonas and Shafran Real Estate: “We kind of see that six months before or six months after, but it’s nothing that is noticeable or overwhelming. It’s what we are kind of used to seeing.” Rob Ferguson, Re/Max Allegiance: “I’ve been through five elections and have seen very little impact, because you already have people who are here in the area. The question is asked a lot, and there is always a lot of worry. I don’t see it as it’s hyped up to be.” Mark Middendorf, Long & Foster: “This area is just so transient and with the government, I don’t think there is much of an impact. If there is, it’s six months before. Plus, if people come and go, they rent. If someone moves here from a five-bedroom home from Boise, Idaho, they aren’t going to buy. I think the talk about the change actually effects the market more than the changed really does.” Jack Shafran, Yeonas and Shafran Real Estate: “I don’t see the presidential election impacting the market until maybe 30 to 60 days out, if then. People might hesitate to see what will happen.” Ann Wilson, Keller Williams: “We have been pontificating about that for years. Any impact would be after the election. If a Republican comes, there will be an impact, because the Democrats will be moving out and the Republicans will be moving in.” Carol Ellickson, Weichert: “Each new job added to the market has some impact on housing demand. Many of the candidates will not necessarily have their main office in the D.C. area. In my market in the
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With a presidential election on the horizon in 18 months, how might that have an impact on the local real-estate market, if at all? The Sun Gazette asked some local Realtors if the election will impact the local market – and if so, when the impact might start being felt. Here are their thoughts: Natalie Roy, Keller Williams: “Elections always bring excitement to our political town. Regardless of who wins, there will be people coming and going, right after the elections, which is part of the reason the market in D.C. is always so vibrant, even in slow periods.” Steve Wydler, Long & Foster: “We start to see an impact the fall before an election, but it’s more of a psychological impact. People tend to not like to make a big financial decision in the wake of uncertainty. So we see a little bit of a slowdown.” Joan Stansfield, Keller Williams: “Presidential-election years are always stressful for Americans due to the uncertainty of the outcome. A few months leading up to the election, we typically see a slowdown in the market as people hold their breath and set aside big investments. However, some believe that there is no correlation between levels of home sales and an election year, which is likely due to the fact the market responds to such a wide range of factors – jobs, rates, consumer confidence, etc.” Craig Mastrangelo, Re/Max Allegiance: “While it is sometimes universally accepted that a change in administrations typically changes our nation’s capital real estate market, the D.C. area has many industries servicing it and thus employs more than just the federal market. By and large, a change of administrations won’t adversely affect real estate either way – job growth and interest rates typically are the driving forces behind strong/weaker real estate markets.” Billy Buck, Buck & Associates: “It has already started, because we have people already buying and selling and moving in and out of the area based on the coming election.” Casey Samson, Samson Properties: “The closer in you are to D.C., the larger the effect. Presidential elections have little effect on the market outside the core. All markets, however, do not like uncertainty and about three months before the election, people start to get a little anxious. That does not help the market.” Lilian Jorgenson, Long & Foster: “I don’t think it will have a big impact yet, it is too early. The overall economy is the big question, I think.” Laurie Mensing, Long & Foster: “Any election year affects our markets in some ways, because there is movement of people. Elections are a mechanism that provide opportunities to buy and sell homes regardless. Movement will happen.” Eric Ritland, American Realty: “I have always felt there is a smaller effect. With an election, most people are just moving around from job to job, keeping their same house, just changing their commute.”
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Sunday, June 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. Classic, strong Georgian features are the hallmark of the brick exterior, with marvelous landscaping throughout the grounds. We are welcomed in the two-story reception hall, flanked by the formal living and dining rooms with hardwood flooring underneath and featuring a desirable curved staircase and rotunda. Beyond lies the two-story family room, with a stone fireplace and wall of windows adding to the ambiance. Then comes the home’s large, elevated deck, augmenting the possibilities for entertaining in style. The kitchen is designed for the gourmet that lurks in each of us, with top appliances, granite counters and a sunny
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The issue of drones has been all over the news of late. But how will they impact the work of local real-estate professionals in coming years? The Sun Gazette posed that question to some top real-estate pros to gauge their reaction to the possibilities – and pitfalls – of the new technology. Some agents already have embraced the use of drones, others are considering their use, and still others are a bit wary. Here are their comments: Dean Yeonas, Yeonas and Shafran Real Estate: “We have used them very successfully, and it’s really a great, great tool, especially on the properties of a larger scale. They can separate good marketing from better marketing. To have that kind of video perspective for someone to see a property outside is almost like being there. But the rules regarding the use of drones are always changing.” Joan Stansfield, Keller Williams: “Yes, drones will certainly have an impact on our local market in the future, once we get the green light to use them legally. Sellers love the idea of using drones to showcase the special features of their whole property – from their rooftops to the entire area surrounding their home. With the increase in internationals buying homes in our area, think of the impact our use of drones will have on marketing homes globally.” Eric Ritland, American Realty: “I think it’s kind of a passing fad. You get
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more information about a neighborhood and property by walking around to get a feel for a community morning, noon and night. That’s the best thing to do. Go by a playground, a local pub, talk to people and see if they smile back.” Karen Briscoe, Huckaby, Briscoe, Conroy Realty Group: “Drones are a buzz because it’s a new and creative way and technology of taking photos. The concept is interesting to watch, and buyers certainly like great photos. It’s too soon to know much more about that right now. I use a professional photographer. As far as I know, they don’t have a drone.” Casey Samson, Samson Properties: “Drones are effective on estate homes. I think the elevated (20-40-foot-high) pictures, HDRI [high-dynamic-range imaging] and fusion photography are far more important developments.” Karen Close, Century 21: “I think that at some point appraisals might be done by drones. Banks certainly don’t care how appraisals are done. The images from a drone could embellish the exposure of a home. A photographer I’ve used has taken aerial shots with drones, which can show what a neighborhood looks like. I think they are here to stay.” Laurie Mensing, Long & Foster: “I still think drones are a new and fresh idea. I have used them for some photographs for above shots, so they can add value to the consumer about what a property entails. But I don’t think they will become a dominant factor.” Dawn Wilson, Keller Williams: “I
think for the higher-end properties and larger estates, we will see agencies use drones for video tours and more variety of photos. For homes with more land, a drone is a good way to show the property.” Dee Murphy, Long & Foster: “Every consumer who has access to Google Maps can get aerial views of a property the same that a drone can provide.” Mark Middendorf, Long & Foster: “I think they might enhance the luxuryhomes part of the market. If you have a big estate, a video tour on the Internet with a drone can be a good thing.” Jack Shafran, Yeonas and Shafran Real Estate: “It is a good marketing tool for specific properties, and we were using them. But with the rules and regulations about drones changing, we were cut off from using them, and we haven’t revisited that yet.” Ann Wilson, Keller Williams: “I have not used them, but if our photography provider decides to use them, I would not have a problem with that. I know home inspectors have used them to look at a roof.” Carol Ellickson, Weichert:“Yes, most certainly camera-held-drones are already impacting the real estate market. On my own high-end listings, I have used them for exterior and interior videos. The interior video was most impressive as it gave an almost human, walking view of the spaces in the house. For me, the issue is finding someone who is skilled at doing them, and has the time to do them well.” Casey Margenau, Re/Max Distinctive: “I have been using drones for a while. I
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The Fairfax County real estate market was robust in May, with both total sales and average sales prices seeing strong year-over-year growth. A total of 1,527 properties went to closing last month, up 9.7 percent from May 2014, according to figures reported June 10 by RealEstate Business Intelligence, an arm of the local multiple-listing service. The average price of all homes that sold during the month also was up, 1 percent to $563,267, with increases posted in all three segments of the Fairfax market: • The average sales price of single-family homes rose 0.6 percent to $718,675. • The average sales price of attached homes, such as townhouses, rose 2.1 percent to $383,966.
• The average price of condominiums rose 0.2 percent to $292,274. The median sales price of all homes that sold during the month was $497,000, up 4.6 percent from a year before. Add it all up, and total sales volume across Fairfax County in May was $860.1 million, up 10.8 percent from $776 million a year before. Of homes that sold during the month, it took an average of 36 days to go from listing to ratified sales contract, up from 31 days a year before, and homes sold for an average of 98 percent of listing price, down from 98.7 percent. There were 110 million-dollar transactions recorded during May. Conventional mortgages were the method of transacting sales in 965 cases, followed by VA-backed mortgages (195), FHA-backed loans (194) and cash
(149). End-of-month inventory was plentiful, with the 4,256 properties on the market representing an increase of 26.9 percent from the 3,354 reported a year before. Where is the market headed? The number of pending sales in May was up 16 percent – always positive news – but the number of homes coming under contract during the month was down 7.6 percent. Data represent most, but not all, homes on the market. All figures are preliminary, and are subject to revision. N.Va. Sales, Prices See Boost in May: Home sales and average sales prices across Northern Virginia showed strength in May, with the short-term future also looking as it will be in positive territory.
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San Jose, Calif., is now among the 10 U.S. cities with a population of 1 million or more, according to estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau. California now has three cities with 1 million or more people (Los Angeles, San Diego and San Jose), tying Texas (Houston, San Antonio and Dallas) for the lead among states. When the 2013 estimates were released last year, San Jose stood just shy of the 1 million mark. The 2014 population estimates released today show the city passing the 1 million milestone in the updated 2013 estimate. New York remained the nation’s most populous city, and gained 52,700 people during the year ending July 1, 2014, which is more than any other U.S. city. Half of the 10 cities with the largest population gains between 2013 and 2014 were in Texas: Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Dallas and Fort Worth. Each added more than 18,000 people. The Lone Star State also had six of the top 13 fastest-growing cities by percentage: San Marcos, Georgetown, Frisco, Conroe, McKinney and New Braunfels. San Marcos, situated between Austin and San Antonio, was the fastest-growing city for the third consecutive year, with its population climbing 7.9 percent between 2013 and 2014 to reach 58,892. The West was home to eight cities among the top 15 fastest-growing cities with a population of 50,000 or more. Four were in California. Each of the 15 fastest-growing cities between 2013 and 2014 were in the South or West, as were all but two of top 15 numerical gainers. The lone exception, aside from New York, was Columbus, Ohio, which gained 12,421 people over the period to make it the nation’s 13th largest numerical gainer. Ohio’s capital was the nation’s 15th most populous city in 2014, with
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After gradually climbing for three consecutive years, the decline in existing-home sales in 2014 resulted in a slight reduction in Realtor business activity and income last year, according to the 2015 National Association of Realtors Member Profile. The survey also found that Realtors are increasingly more comfortable using multiple communication channels, including social media, to connect and interact with their clients. Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, says business activity for a typical Realtor was slightly subdued last year because of lower sales and more members. “Existing-home sales didn’t surpass year-over-year levels until October, which is likely the reason the typical member had 11 transactions last year versus 12 in 2013,” he said. “Slightly fewer transactions resulted in the median gross income of a Realtor falling to $45,800 from $47,700 in 2013.” Adds Yun, “Despite the modest setback, median gross income last year was still the second highest since the downturn and up over 5 percent from 2012 ($43,500). Furthermore, NAR membership at the end of 2014 stood at 1.1 million, up 5.5 percent from 2013.” As expected, median gross income and number of transactions generally increase with experience. Last year, Realtors in business for more than 16 years earned $68,200 and made 13 transactions. On the contrary, those with threeto-five years earned less than half that
amount ($37,400) and had 10 transactions. Incomes also varied by license type, as members licensed as brokers in 2014 earned $65,300 ($66,300 in 2013), while the median earnings for sales agents decreased $1,100 from the previous year to $33,900. Other highlights: According to the survey, a majority of Realtors (91 percent) report their firm has an online presence and two-thirds have their own personal Web site – operational for a median of seven years. Sixty-five percent of the respondents use social or professional networking sites – an increase of 4 percent points from 2013 – and 12 percent have a blog. Realtors also use a variety of communications methods when interacting with current clients or customers, with 93 percent preferring e-mail, followed by telephone at 91 percent and text messaging at 85 percent. NAR president Chris Polychron, executive broker with 1st Choice Realty in Hot Springs, Ark., says the survey’s findings reveal that Realtors are continuously adapting to consumers’ online and communication preferences to better serve their needs. “To put it in perspective, only 35 percent of Realtors used social media in 2008, and text messaging was the preferred method of communication among only 40 percent in 2010,” he said. “Attracting potential clients online and communicating with them through various platforms helps Realtors stay a step ahead – especially as Millennials
become more active buyers in the years ahead.” Women represent 58 percent of all Realtors, accounting for 53 percent of brokers and 63 percent of sales agents. More than three-quarters (77 percent) of all members cite real estate as their only occupation, and 84 percent (82 percent in 2014) are certain they will remain in the business for at least two more years. Last year continued the recent trend of more new members to NAR. Although median years of experience in real estate remained at 12 years for the second straight year, more members (17 percent) reported they have been in the business for two years or less (13 percent in 2013). The median age of members inched to 57 years (56 years in 2013), elevated from the 1999 to 2008 range between 51 and 52 years. Two percent of all Realtors are under 30 years of age, 18 percent are between ages 30 and 44, and 25 percent are 65 and older. “The slight increase in median age last year is likely another example of the overall national trend of baby boomers delaying retirement and staying in the workforce later than previous generations,” says Yun. For the seventh consecutive year, the typical Realtor said they work 40 hours per week. Over half (58 percent) are licensed as sales agents, 26 percent are brokers, 18 percent broker associates and 3 percent appraisers. Sales agents are more likely to primarily specialize
in residential brokerage. While only 18 percent of members have personal assistants, the use of personal assistants is more common among more tenured members, broker-owners and managers. Realtors are well-educated (50 percent hold a bachelor’s degree or higher), have invested in at least one residential investment property (38 percent), and bring a wide range of expertise and experience to the profession. Only 5 percent began their career in real estate, with the highest share having previous full-time careers in management, business or financial (19 percent) or sales and retail (16 percent). A majority of NAR members own their own home (85 percent), are married (71 percent), are registered to vote (96 percent) and were born in the U.S. (89 percent). Forty-eight percent of those fluent in other languages speak Spanish (41 percent in 2013). Repeat business accounted for a median 20 percent of activity in 2014 and is higher for those with more experience. For members in the business 16 years or more, repeat business was 40 percent of their activity and referrals were an additional 24 percent. Sixty-nine percent of respondents are compensated through a split commission arrangement, 17 percent receive all of the commission and another 4 percent receive a commission plus a share of profits; 11 percent received some other form of compensation.
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At an average 2,657 square feet, new homes completed across the U.S. in 2014 were the largest on record, according to new figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The average-sized new home was up 2.3 percent from 2013 and was a whopping 60 percent higher than new homes completed in 1973, according to the data. Figures for 2014 show a relative consistency among the various regions of the country – the average square footage of new homes built in the Northeast was 2,617, compared to 2,574 in the Midwest, 2,711 in the South and 2,603 in the West. Homes in the Northeast saw a slight decline in average square footage, while the other regions posted increases. Nationally, 11 percent of all homes completed in 2014 were 4,000 square feet or more, with 20 percent in the 3,000-to-3,999-square-foot category, 21 percent in the 2,400-to-2,999-square foot category, 26 percent in the 1,800to-2,399-square-foot category, 14 percent in the 1,400-to-1,799-square-foot category and 8 percent under 1,400 square feet. Fifteen years ago, the percentage of 4,000-and-higher-square-foot homes was half what it is today, while the percentage of homes under 1,400 square feet was double the 2014 figure. Although there have been year-over-
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year anachronisms, the trend since the mid-1970s has been toward larger homes. The average square footage of a home completed in 1973 was 1,660. By the late 1990s, the average had moved past the 2,000-square-foot mark, according to Census Bureau figures. Among other facts and figures from the Census Bureau data: Lot size: While the average home size increased to a new record in 2014, the average lot size for new homes continued a significant decline. It stood at 47,301 square feet (1.09 acres), down from 48,504 square feet a year before and way down from the average 75,797 in 2009. The largest lot sizes were found in the Northeast (96,838 square feet), followed by the Midwest (80,049), South (38,629) and West (27,550). Number of stories: A total of 42 percent of homes completed in 2014 had one story, 53 percent had two stories and five percent had three or more stories. The largest percentage of single-story homes was found in the Midwest (52 percent), the lowest in the Northeast (18 percent). At 7 percent, the West had the largest percentage of homes with three or more stories. Average price: Of the 437,000 new single-family homes that sold in 2014, the average sales price was $345,800, with the average price per square foot of $97. Financing: Of the 437,000 new sin-
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gle-family homes that were sold in 2014, 311,000 were paid for using conventional financing, while 37,000 were paid for in cash. Basements: Nationally, 72 percent of single-family homes completed in 2014 had no basement, with just 28 percent having one. But those figures varied widely by region: 68 percent of homes in the Northeast had a basement, as did 73 percent in the Midwest, but only 27 percent in the West and just 8 percent in the South. Air Conditioning: Of the singlefamily homes completed in 2014, 91 percent had air conditioning, a figure unchanged from 2013 but one that has grown steadily since the mid-1970s, when fewer than half the new homes built had air conditioning. Not surprisingly, the largest percentage of homes build with a/c in 2014 came in the South (99 percent), followed by the Midwest (94 percent), Northeast (82 percent) and West (73 percent). Fireplaces: Of single-family homes completed last year, 46 percent had one fireplace, 5 percent had two or more fireplaces and 49 percent had no fireplaces. With slight changes, those figures have remained relatively constant for a decade. Laundry Facilities: Of the 72 percent of single-family homes across the nation built without a basement last year, about 80 percent had laundry facilities on the first floor, the remainder on upper floors. Of the 28 percent of homes built with
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basements, about 60 percent had laundry facilities located on the first floor, 25 percent had it on an upper floor and the remainder in the basement. Heating Fuel: 60 percent of singlefamily homes constructed in 2014 use gas for heating, compared to 38 percent for electricity and 1 percent for alternate types of heating or no heating system. Metropolitan Areas: 90 percent of single-family homes completed in 2014 were located within metropolitan areas, up from 88 percent a year before. Rates ranged from 95 percent in the West to 90 percent in the South and Northeast and 81 percent in the Midwest.
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companies. “Our job is to make Fairfax County so attractive that Gerry’s job becomes easy,” said Foust, who chairs the 50member commission, which includes all county supervisors. A key element of that future success likely will come from knowledge-based, research-driven businesses, Foust said, citing as a prime example Inova Health System’s recent initiatives. County leaders want the Economic Development Authority to create “innovation hubs” and attract businesses in professions that can benefit most from the region’s
advantages, he said. Northern Virginia’s economy has been growing at only 0.4 percent per year since the recession – one-sixth of its pre-recession rate. To make matters worse, many of the jobs lost in the highpaying business-and-professional-services sector have been replaced by occupations with lower wages, Foust said. Office-vacancy rates continue to climb, rising from 14.4 percent at the end of 2013 to 16.3 percent at last year’s end. Officials are trying to boost the non-residential share of the county’s tax base, as those commercial sites pay the
Walkable Urban Communities Rising in Popularity Realtors from across the country gathered in May to learn about the importance and benefits of walkable urban communities in real estate development during a panel organized by the Realtor University Richard J. Rosenthal Center for Real Estate Studies during the Realtors’ Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. “Creating walkability with restaurants and stores can help transition an edgy part of town into one that is hip and hopping with pedestrians,” said National Association of Realtors chief economist Lawrence Yun. “This type of real estate development transforms the community for the better.” Residential walkable communities generate four times the tax revenue compared to regional and business malls, bringing more value to the area, according to panelists. “Walkable urban regions in the U.S. have a 41 percent higher Gross Domes-
tic Product over non-walkable regions,” said Christopher Leinberger, professor at George Washington University School of Business and president of Locus, a national coalition of real estate developers and investors who advocate for sustainable, walkable urban development in metropolitan areas. “That’s the difference between countries like Germany and Romania.” Walkable areas provide financial benefits not only to the community but also to the individuals living there. Despite the rising prices commonly frequently seen in walkable areas, those communities are inherently more affordable since individuals living in walkable areas usually spend about 43 percent of their income on housing and transportation, as opposed to those living in non-walkable areas, who spend about 48 percent. “If a family can get rid of one car, they can increase their mortgage capacity by as much as $150,000,” said Leinberger.
The panelists also discussed the importance of looking at current zoning regulations in major cities and how those regulations could be slowing down the development of walkable places. The panelists all agreed that the lack of development could be holding back economic growth. “We’ve been bumping along at 2 percent GDP growth, and we should be at 3.5 percent, and obsolete zoning is what is holding us back,” said Leinberger. “Less than 10 percent of land would need to be rezoned, and that is where 80 percent of the development is going to go.” The Richard J. Rosenthal Center for Real Estate Studies is a think tank/real estate research laboratory designed to provide timely hands-on and results oriented real estate data and analysis relevant to industry trends and policy issues from a practical standpoint and provides high quality practical research
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A brutal recession and reduced federal spending have forced Fairfax County officials to get aggressive about promoting the county’s attributes and spreading out its economic base to reduce dependency on government employment and contracting, Supervisor John Foust (DDranesville) told the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce on June 11. Initially crafted in 2011 and with its second iteration approved this March, the Board of Supervisors’ “Strategic Plan to Facilitate the Economic Success of Fairfax County” calls for greater economic diversity, heightened infrastructure spending and promotional marketing, more efficient reviews of development proposals and continued commitment to the county’s public schools. County leaders formulated the plan following the major economic downturn in 2008-2009. “We have challenges we’ve never had before,” Foust said. “Federal spending came to a screeching halt.” Officials trimmed spending at most county agencies following the downturn and helped retain the county’s AAA bond rating, he said. Top-flight schools draw businesses to the county and supervisors are determined not to let those institutions slip in quality. “Schools are off-the-charts important,” Foust said. “Companies and people have a choice” on where to locate, he added. Foust drew a distinction between the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, which is headed by Gerald Gordon and promotes the county nationally and internationally to recruit businesses, and the county’s Economic Advisory Commission, which aims to create enticing conditions for those
same tax rates as residential properties, but consume far fewer local-government services, Foust said. Making matters more difficult is the fact that businesses and governmental agencies are using their office space more efficiently and hence requiring less of it, he said. Not everyone is happy with the economic progress being made. Foust touted the new Metrorail Silver Line’s benefits, but an audience member at the chamber’s breakfast meeting said she and her family now consider Tysons Corner Center too dangerous because of the Metro-enabled influx of patrons from outside the area. Some audience members at the presentation called for action to make McLean’s Community Business Center more appealing. Sam Simon, father of chamber chairman Del. Marcus Simon (D-53rd), said he was concerned that development around the four new Metrorail stations in Tysons Corner might draw business away from McLean. “I’m not sure who’s going to invest in McLean,” Sam Simon said. “We’ve almost been passed by.” Foust agreed central McLean has “great potential” for redevelopment, but added county officials only could encourage property owners there to redevelop their sites. “We can’t force landowners to knock down buildings that are creating major cash flows,” he said. Chamber member William Sudow, who serves on the McLean Revitalization Corp., said Tysons Corner’s redevelopment and the Silver Line might bring a new demographic of customers to central McLean. This could be facilitated by pedestrian and bicycle paths and shuttle buses to and from the Metro stations, he said. “I don’t think we should worry that things have passed us by,” he said.
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The year was 1764. Yes, you read that correctly – 1764. Our featured property, Dunbarton, is one of the oldest original stone homes in Fairfax County, with its provenance dating back to the colonial era. And now, it is ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Featuring classic architectural, historic and archeological charm, the property is sited on nearly 2 acres in Great Falls. Expanded through the years, it offers its next owner the opportunity to augment the captivating personality already in place – or just leave it as is and enjoy amenities that include a stylish pool and rolling lawns. The property currently is on the market, listed at $1,497,000 by Laurie Mensing of Long & Foster Real Estate.
Many features date back to the home’s earliest days, including some windows, flooring, beams, the stone and root cellar. They add to the overall ambiance. And yet the home also is firmly rooted in the modern era, with stylish formal spaces, four en-suite bedrooms and delightful amenities ranging from the fixtures to the stunning tile. The kitchen is a true standout, with granite countertops, new stainless-steel appliances, wood flooring and access to the lovely deck that overlooks the wellmanicured grounds and the aforementioned pool. But we get ahead of ourselves, so we’ll step back and start our exploration of the three-level, 4,400-square-foot abode. The entryway brings us into the large and welcoming living room, with space to
entertain in style. It starts things off on the right foot, and offers the home’s first fireplace. The dining room is large enough for a family supper or a holiday soirée, and provides easy access to the aforementioned kitchen area. The family room, located behind the living room, is bathed in natural sunlight, with windows on three sides showcasing marvelous views of your domains. The master retreat is conveniently located on the main level, with windows on three sides, a lovely bath and a walk-in closet. The upper level is home to two more bedrooms, each with full baths and plentiful closet space. The lower level has yet more creative spaces awaiting our viewing, starting with the large recreation room with fireplace. From here, we segue into the sun room, located directly below the fam-
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ily room and also featuring windows on three sites. Another master bedroom (with sitting room) is found on this level, as are the copious laundry facilities. A classic home ready for your own special touch. Go take a look today. Articles are prepared by the Sun Gazette’s real estate advertising department on behalf of clients. For information on the home, contact the listing agent. For information on having a house reviewed, contact the Sun Gazette’s real estate advertising department at (703) 738-2520.
Facts for buyers Address: 11554 Tralee Drive, Great Falls (22066). Listed at: $1,497,000 by Laurie Mensing, Long & Foster Real Estate (703) 965-8133. Schools: Forestville Elementary, Cooper Middle, Langley High School.
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Certain Remodeling Efforts Pay Off When Selling Homes (StatePoint) – Whether you’re preparing to sell, or just looking to increase your home’s value, it’s important to think about strategic upgrades – and not just how, but where to remodel. Here are a few ideas to help you prioritize home remodeling endeavors. Create Curb Appeal: Imagine walking up your driveway as a potential buyer. Does the exterior leave a lasting impression? Begin the process of preparing your home for sale at the front door by creating an inviting entryway that will entice potential buyers even before they step foot inside. Adding a pop of color to your front door will make a statement, and changing out the hardware fixtures will update the look instantly. Cleaning up your lawn, power washing siding, and planting trees, bushes and flowers are simple ways to invest in your home’s curb appeal. Lining the
walkway with solar-powered lights is also a nice touch. Update the Bath: Bathrooms and kitchens are the most popular renovation projects, with the greatest number of consumers concentrating their attention on the bath, according to a recent Houzz and Home survey of homeowners. When remodeling, focus on details that can quickly update the space, such as installing quality fixtures. As you begin the selection process for new bath fixtures, consider those with a timeless style that will be appreciated by you and a wide variety of home buyers. Increasing storage, along with a few other fixes, can add thousands of dollars to your home’s value, according to a Bankrate.com report. Key updates improve both the look and functionality of the bathroom. Try adding storage or
installing a new shower curtain rod. A curved shower rod, such as those from Moen, can add up to an additional seven inches of space in the shower. A Little Clean Up: More than two out of five real estate professionals rank dirt, smells and clutter high on their list of costliest home-selling mistakes, according to a recent survey by Consumer Reports. Smells could indicate a serious problem in the home, such as mold or mildew. Use a dehumidifier to dry out damp areas. Also, have your carpets and drapery professionally cleaned on a regular basis, especially if you have pets. If your home could use a deep clean, it might be worth investing in a professional. Concentrating on essential repairs and easy updates can instantly change the perception of your home and help you make the most from your sale.
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(StatePoint) – One in five DIY-ers tackling home renovations ends up in the hospital each year due to accidents, according to the Home Safety Council. Don’t become a statistic. Here are the seven most dangerous DIY home renovations you should leave to the experts. Tree Trimming & Removal: Trees don’t always fall in a predictable manner, creating a hazard for yourself and your property. It’s best to consult a certified arborist, no matter how handy you are with power tools. “If a tree falls during a storm, a DIY mishap, or a careless neighbor’s landscaping project, take photos and contact your claims adjuster as soon as possible,” says Erie Insurance vice president and product manager Joe Vahey. “Your adjuster can help evaluate the damage and explain how your homeowners insurance can help.” Asbestos Removal: Many homes built before 1980 contain asbestos. Before renovating, it’s a smart idea to have your home inspected for asbestos-containing materials by accredited professionals. Leave clean-up to experts, and
limit your exposure to the area. Inhaling airborne fibers may cause harmful respiratory problems. Roof Repair: When faced with severe storm damage, homeowners often look for a quick fix for roof damage. Rather than running the risk of falling or injuring yourself, have your homeowners insurance claims adjuster verify damage and schedule repair work with an experienced company. In the long run, this will save you time, money and help you avoid injuries. Electrical Repairs: While it may be easy to change a light switch or install a ceiling fan (make sure your power is turned off before you start), replacing circuits and other larger projects should be done by professionals. This will prevent shocks, injuries and potential fires, while ensuring your home is up to building codes if you eventually plan to sell. Gas Appliance Repairs: Properly cutting off or hooking up gas lines can be tricky, so leave gas appliance repairs to the professionals to protect against potential gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning. Knocking Down Walls: If you’re
looking for an open floor plan, think before tearing down walls yourself. Do you know which walls are load-bearing and where plumbing or electrical lines are located? Professionals will know how to best navigate the project from start to finish so you stay safe, and your home stays intact.
Pest Control: Not all pest-control products should be handled by the average consumer. Keep your family safe by hiring a pest control company to handle toxic substances properly. More renovations safety tips and information on homeowners insurance can be found at www.ErieInsurance. com.
By adding an average of 803 new residents each day between July 1, 2013 and July 1, 2014, Florida passed New York to become the nation’s third most populous state, according to U.S. Census Bureau state population estimates. Florida’s population grew by 293,000 over this period, reaching 19.9 million, while the population of New York increased by 51,000 to 19.7 million. California remained the nation’s most populous state in 2014, with 38.8 million residents, followed by Texas at 27 million. Although the list of the 10 most populous states overall was unchanged, two other states did change positions, as North Carolina moved past Michigan to take the ninth spot. Another milestone took place in Georgia (ranked 8th), which saw its population surpass 10 million for the first time.
North Dakota was the nation’s fastest-growing state over the 12-month period. Its population increased 2.2 percent, followed by the 1.7-percent growth in Nevada and Texas. Each of the 10 fastest-growing states was in the South or West, with the exception of North Dakota. Six states lost population between July 1, 2013, and July 1, 2014: Illinois (9,972 or -0.08 percent), West Virginia (3,269 or -0.18 percent), Connecticut (2,664 or 0.07 percent), New Mexico (1,323 or 0.06 percent, Alaska (527 or 0.07 percent) and Vermont (293 or 0.05 percent). The United States as a whole saw its population increase by 2.4 million to 318.9 million, or 0.75 percent, according to the estimates. In addition to the 50 states and the District of Columbia, the new statistics also include estimates for Puerto Rico.
On July 1, 2014, Puerto Rico had an estimated population of 3.5 million, a decline of 47,000, or 1.3 percent, from one year earlier. During 2015, the Census Bureau will release estimates of the 2014 population of counties, cities and towns, metropolitan and micropolitan statistical areas as well as national, state and county population estimates by age, gender, race and Hispanic origin. Nation’s Median Age Is Increasing, But Not Everywhere: The median age declined in seven states between 2012 and 2013, including five in the Great Plains, according to new U.S. Census Bureau estimates. In contrast, the median age for the U.S. as a whole ticked up from 37.5 years to 37.6 years. These estimates examine population changes among groups by age, gender, race and Hispanic origin nationally, as well as all states and counties, between
April 1, 2010, and July 1, 2013. “We’re seeing the demographic impact of two booms,” Census Bureau Director John Thompson said. “The population in the Great Plains energy boom states is becoming younger and more male as workers move in seeking employment in the oil and gas industry, while the U.S. as a whole continues to age as the youngest of the baby boom generation enters their 50s.” The largest decline in the nation was in North Dakota, with a decline of 0.6 years between 2012 and 2013. The median age in four other Great Plains states – Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota and Oklahoma – also dropped. Alaska and Hawaii also saw a decline in median age. The median age fell in 403 of the nation’s 3,143 counties, many of which were in the Great Plains, due to job growth in energy.
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Renovated historic Victorian 4 blks to METRO! Generous proportions & elegant details. Wraparound porch. Glorious sun drenched open-plan main level. 10’ ceilings thru out main & upper flrs.
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Gorgeous SFH w/ over 4,200 sq/ft living space, top of the line finishes, open flowing floor plan, 9’ ceilings, gourmet KIT, SS Viking appliances, granite counters, breakfast bar, two gas FPs, spacious his/hers WICs, master suite w/ sitting area.
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Lush and lovely would be the best ways to describe our featured property, a glorious 2006 Craftsman home in the heart of Alcova Heights that showcases verdant plantings on the outside and elegant attention to detail in the interior. Its exuberantly elegant curb appeal gives little indication of exactly how large the home is on the inside, and the meticulous care given to the landscaping in the front yard is just the appetizer to the visually arresting panoply of colors found in the rear of the home. All this, and you have a central location that puts you close to everything, yet set back in an enclave of neighborly cheer. The property currently is on the market, listed at $1,369,999 by John Kozyn of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Set just a few blocks north of the evolving Columbia Pike corridor, the home benefits from a charming neighborhood. Curb appeal is unbeatable, leaving those who pass by to wonder at the charms that await those of us lucky enough to enjoy a tour. A warm welcome awaits us on the porch, then we are ushered inside to explore the open, welcoming floor plan of the main level. Room sizes are large but comfortable, with the formal living and dining rooms ready and willing to host gatherings of friends and family. The kitchen is designed both to serve as a workhorse and to do so with flair and élan. Other highlights include the master retreat, your perfect respite from a busy day of work or play. Expansive and featuring a gas fireplace, it is the highlight of the upper level. Each of the additional bedrooms offers its own special ambiance. There are many more spaces to explore inside, but our attention is quickly diverted to the showstopper rear yard, a perfect spot for entertaining and featuring one of the most sumptuous, enjoyable garden areas in all of Arlington. A rare opportunity is presenting itself. Well worthy of consideration.
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Address: 3920 8th Street South, Arlington (22204). Listed at: $1,295,000 by John Kozyn, Coldwell Banker Residential mortgage (703) 524-2100. Schools: Barcroft Elementary, Thomas Jefferson Middle, Wakefield High School.
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2.75 Acres with frontage + Lovely lake views from most rooms and large sparkling pool w/gazebo. Lovely brick home, 3 Bdrms, 3FBas, (could be 4 Bdrms), Designer kitchen with custom cabinetry. Racquetball Ct., regulation size, Subdivision possibilities.
Sexy & Sophisticated Styling. 5Bdrms, 6 Full & 2 half baths.Home Built by H.C. & R. Group. All brick & stone. Only the highest of construction standards were used. Grand 30+ ft. foyer depth for welcoming guests, 19 ft. ceiling height in Great Room. Custom gourmet kitchen & breakfast room. Set on 1+ acre lot. Sweeping front lawn & huge flat back yard. Conveniently located for new Silver Line metro, Tysons, Dulles Toll Rd. etc.
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Main Floor Master Suite, Brick & Block Construction. Large home with 5 Bdrms, 4.5 Bas, Lovely new granite in spacious kitchen w/breakfast area. Filled with light and open to FR. LL has been totally renovated with Bedroom suite, 2 gorgeous full bas., stunning kitchen. Could be used for aupair, multigenerational living. Must See. Just over McLean Border. Convenient to all major routes and new Silver Line Metro.
Large Colonial. Beautifully sited on quiet as a mouse cul-de-sac. This home is queen of the subdivision. Incredible Master suite & 5 bedrooms. New Master Bath. Back yard backs to Turkeycock Run Park. 3 car side load gar. Easy commute to everything inc. D.C. & Tysons.
1180 Daleview Drive - McLean 22102 Offered at 1,400,000
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Unbelievable 1.6 acre lot in Woodside Estates. 6Bdrm, Large Brick home-Quiet Street, suitable for new home. So Spacious with Screened sun room porch for nature watching and loads of privacy. So convenient.
Totally renovated and spacious home. Just move in! 4 Bdrms, 3FBas, Superb Cordon Bleu Kitchen, extravagant fixtures. Spacious living. Deck off Master Bdrm., Wonderful patio off Kitchen and DR. Perfect for entertaining. 1+ acre lot. Private. Large & light exercise/art studio above garage. 1 Level living but with 2 finished levels. Conveniently located.
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We travel into the heart of 22207 territory for this week’s featured property, a custom showstopper conceived to include some of the most elegant touches available in a local home. Three finished levels, six bedrooms, five bathrooms, two stone-front woodburning fireplaces – it all adds up to a one-of-a-kind property with marvelous views whether you’re enjoying them from the family-room patio or the balcony on the master retreat. The property, builty by Sam Ayoub of Artisan Group, currently is on the market, listed at $1,629,000 by Ann Wilson of Keller Williams Realty. Impressive at curb level, the home really shines as we are invited inside – incredibly expansive, the home features strong traffic flow on the main level for entertaining, plus marvelous features on the bedroom level and the added bonus of a large recreation room (with fireplace) and a bonus bedroom on the lower level. After a welcome on the covered porch, we are ushered into the soaring foyer. The formal living room is to our left, and tucked away (with access to the covered porch) is a home library. The dining room is designed to accommodate a crowd, and the kitchen is aesthetically pleasing and fully functional. A breakfast room separates the kitchen from the Great Room, with its own fireplace and access to the covered porch. The master retreat occupies the back end of the second level, with a large bedroom area, large walk-in closet and bath with a soaking tub and private vestibule. Any home that is a combination of visual showstopper and well-laid-out design, in a great location, is one not to be missed. Go take a look today. Articles are prepared by the Sun Gazette’s real estate advertising department on behalf of clients. For information on the home, contact the listing agent. For information on having a house reviewed, contact the Sun Gazette’s real estate advertising department at (703) 738-2520.
Facts for buyers Address: 5805 37th Street North, Arlington (22207). Listed at: $1,629,000 by Ann Wilson, Keller Williams Realty (703) 3280532. Schools: Nottingham Elementary, Williamsburg Middle, Yorktown High School.
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last 18 years, I have seen very little impact from the elections.” Casey Margenau, Re/Max Distinctive: “It affects the market some because we have turnover, but nobody leaves Washington. Those who leave office become lobbyists and buy bigger houses. If there is a change in parties, those coming to town rent.” David Howell, McEnearney Associates: “Elections have very little impact on the region’s real estate market – before, during and after. Even in a major change year, we might see as many as 2,500 homes change hands in the following year because of the elections. And that’s being very generous – based on our experience, we think that number is considerably less.” Jane Price, Weichert: “Past elections have not created much activity in the real estate market areas that I have experience with. While some uncertainty is present due to potential turnover, I find that most newly elected officials tend to keep their current hometown residences and rent here, either because they want to keep those ties and/or because of the higher cost of homes in this area.” John Mentis, Long and Foster: “In my experience, there is never as much of an impact as people think there is. In the upper levels of government, people are rotating through from lobbyist to working for associations, it doesn’t effect the buying and selling market that much.”
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angles, that can be done today with all the different technology available.” Craig Mastrangelo, Re/Max Allegiance: “From a marketing standpoint, the utilization of drones by listing agents can be a welcome amenity if the size of the lot/land warrants its usage (Great Falls, Middleburg, Round Hill, etc). For smaller lots, like those found in Arlington County, drone usage may not be needed, with Google Earth and others at everyone’s Internet disposal. If an agent uses drones, it is best to check local county and state laws regarding their usage.” Steve Wydler, Long & Foster: “They have already impacted our business to some extent, and they have created an interest in creative marketing as far as aerial views of properties.” Billy Buck, Buck & Associates: “They should definitely be allowed for Realtors who are licensed to fly them. But we should keep drones on the premises of the houses they are used to photograph.” Natalie Roy, Keller Williams: “Down the road, when the legalities and costs get sorted out, drone aerial photography will eventually become a standard marketing tool for Realtors. The use of drones will definitely appeal to a good number of buyers and sellers, but at the end of the day, the buyer still needs to tour the house with a good knowledgeable real estate agent. Besides, what I really want to know is, when do we get our jet packs?”
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Stronger demand amidst lagging inventory levels caused home prices to accelerate in many metro areas during the first quarter of 2015, and the number of areas experiencing double-digit price appreciation doubled compared to last quarter, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors. The median existing single-family home price increased in 85 percent of measured markets, with 148 out of 174 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) showing gains based on closings in the first quarter compared with the first quarter of 2014. Twenty-five areas (14 percent) recorded lower median prices from a year earlier. The number of rising markets in the first quarter was mostly unchanged compared to the fourth quarter of last year, when price increases were recorded in 85 percent of metro areas. Fifty-one metro areas in the first quarter (29 percent) experienced double-digit increases, a sharp increase from the 24 metro areas in the fourth quarter of 2014. Thirty-seven metro areas (21 percent) experienced double-digit increases in the first quarter of 2014. Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, says after moderating to healthier levels of growth at the end of 2014, prices picked up in several metro areas during the first quarter. “Sales activity to start the year was notably higher than a year ago, as steady hiring and low interest rates encouraged
and subsequent run-up in prices seen in many markets.” The five most expensive housing markets in the first quarter were the San Jose, Calif., metro area, where the median existing single-family price was $900,000; San Francisco, $748,300; Honolulu, $699,300; Anaheim-Santa Ana, Calif., $685,700; and San Diego, $510,300. The five lowest-cost metro areas in the first quarter were Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, Ohio, where the median single-family home price was $64,300; Cumberland, Md., $71,600; Rockford, Ill., $78,600; Decatur, Ill., $82,200; and Toledo, Ohio, $83,800. Metro area condominium and cooperative prices – covering changes in 61 metro areas – showed the national median existing-condo price was $193,500 in the first quarter, up 1.5 percent from the first quarter of 2014 ($190,600). Fortyseven metro areas (77 percent) showed gains in their median condo price from a year ago; 14 areas had declines. According to Freddie Mac, the national average commitment rate on a 30-year conventional fixed-rate mortgage during the first quarter remained below 4 percent for the second consecutive quarter at an overall average rate of 3.72 percent, down from 3.97 percent during the fourth quarter of 2014. They were 4.36 percent in the first quarter of 2014. Lower interest rates and an uptick in the national family median income
($66,257) slightly improved affordability in the first quarter compared to the first quarter of last year. To purchase a single-family home at the national median price, a buyer making a 5 percent down payment would need an income of $43,466, a 10 percent down payment would require an income of $41,178, and $36,603 would be needed for a 20 percent down payment. Total existing-home sales in the Northeast dropped 11.2 percent in the first quarter but still remained 2.2 percent above the first quarter of 2014. The median existing-single-family home price in the Northeast was $245,000 in the first quarter, up 2.4 percent from a year ago. In the Midwest, existing-home sales declined 2.0 percent in the first quarter but are 6.3 percent higher than a year ago. The median existing-single-family home price in the Midwest increased 8.9 percent to $156,600 in the first quarter from the same quarter a year ago. Existing-home sales in the South fell slightly (0.5 percent) in the first quarter but are 7.8 percent above the first quarter of 2014. The median existing-singlefamily home price in the South was $182,300 in the first quarter, 8.2 percent above a year earlier. In the West, existing-home sales increased 1.5 percent in the first quarter and are 5.4 percent above a year ago. The median existing-single-family home price in the West increased 5.8 percent to $295,500 in the first quarter.
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more buyers to enter the market,” he said. “However, stronger demand without increasing supply led to faster price growth in many markets.” The national median existing singlefamily home price in the first quarter was $205,200, up 7.4 percent from the first quarter of 2014 ($191,100). The median price during the fourth quarter of 2014 increased 5.8 percent from a year earlier. Total existing-home sales, including single family and condo, declined 1.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.97 million in the first quarter from 5.06 million in the fourth quarter of 2014, but are 6.2 percent higher than the 4.68 million pace a year before. At the end of the first quarter, there were 2.00 million existing homes available for sale, slightly above the 1.96 million homes for sale at the end of the first quarter in 2014. The average supply during the first quarter was 4.6 months – down from 4.9 months a year ago. A supply of 6 to 7 months represents a healthy balance of supply between buyers and sellers. “Homeowners throughout the country have enjoyed accumulating household wealth through the steady rise in home values in the past few years,” says Yun. “However, some homeowners are hesitant to move-up and sell because they aren’t confident they’ll find another home to buy. This trend – in addition to subpar home-building activity – is leading to the ongoing inventory shortages
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