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May 11, 2008

Mom on the Run: This one is for all the underdog moms

Lianne Wilkens writes about the trials and tribulations of being a “Mom on the Run.”

Inspired by one man’s story
Inspired by one man’s story

Wednesday he and musician friends driving from New York City will perform a free brass quartet benefit concert at the Harris Pavilion in Manassas to help a friend.


May 10, 2008

This could be what heaven tastes like

"[We will] experience what heaven is like, when all the nations are before the throne of the Lord," Ramos said. "[People will] meet brothers and sisters they didn't know."

The ‘Lady without a Face’: Conference to address domestic violence
The ‘Lady without a Face’: Conference to address domestic violence

She's had a long struggle through reconstructive surgeries and rehabilitation, but these days, Thomas hopes her story inspires others and raises awareness for domestic violence issues.


May 07, 2008

Short Cuts: More than one way to eat a catfish

Mary Ann Kauchak shares easy-to-make recipes in her weekly Taste column, “Short Cuts.”

It’s all in the sauce: Barbecue debate as old as the food itself
It’s all in the sauce: Barbecue debate as old as the food itself

Simmering across regions and generations, this squabble is like vinegar and, er, ketchup.

Farmers Market: When Clifton was the only place for groceries

Linda Roberston shares family stories and recipes in her weekly column, “Farmers Market.”


May 04, 2008

Mom on the Run: A musical milestone remembered

Lianne Wilkens shares the trials and tribulations of being a “Mom on the Run.”

Falling on ‘Hard Times’: Restaurant rallies around bartender
Falling on ‘Hard Times’: Restaurant rallies around bartender

The financial impact is especially painful for the 1996 Gar-Field Senior High School graduate because she did not have renter's insurance.


May 03, 2008

Impressions: Prepare for the next ‘Narnia’

Deborah Tompkins Johnson shares her thoughts on the latest Christian-themed books.

Did someone say ‘free?’
Did someone say ‘free?’

Participating comic book stores around the world are offering free comics from various publishers. No charge, no strings attached.


April 30, 2008

A foodie’s guide to Montreal
A foodie’s guide to Montreal

Today, Montreal is "bigger and better," Laprise says, as the scene has filled with choice, from bistros to sandwich shops to corner grocers and cheese shops that offer fresh, deli-cious, local foods.

Short Cuts: A tasty way to slim down for summer

Mary Ann Kauchak shares easy-to-share recipes in her weekly food column, “Short Cuts.”

Farmers Market: Aunt Edna could make something from nothing

Linda Roberston shares family stories and recipes in her weekly column, “Farmers Market.”


April 27, 2008

Mom on the Run: Stitches--so close, yet so far away

Lianne Wilkens shares the trials and tribulations of being a “Mom on the Run.”

Doctor overcomes cancer through faith
Doctor overcomes cancer through faith

"I met my biggest challenge when I was diagnosed with kidney failure," Thomas said. "This was survival. This challenged my physical survival."


April 23, 2008

Farmers Market: The freshest spinach salad

Linda Robertson shares family stories and recipes in her seasonal column, “Farmers Market.”

Short Cuts: Make your own ‘Breakfast of Champions’

Mary Ann Kauchak shares easy-to-make recipes in her weekly column, “Short Cuts.”

The best pizza slinger in the east
The best pizza slinger in the east

Di Fara is home to 71-year-old Domenico De Marco, perhaps the greatest pizza maker in a city obsessed with the age-old Italian dish.


April 22, 2008

Grow your own tea: Cultivating a tea garden makes fresh brew
Grow your own tea: Cultivating a tea garden makes fresh brew

It’s even more special _ and not much more difficult _ if you grow the herbs yourself.


April 20, 2008

Mom on the Run: A whole new meaning to ‘See ya later’

Lianne Wilkens shares the trials and tribulations of being a “Mom on the Run.”

A Wii of their own: Good Samaritan donates video game system to Potomac Place
A Wii of their own: Good Samaritan donates video game system to Potomac Place

Cindy Gesling declined a nearly $500 offer for her extra Nintendo Wii.

Who cut the custard? Competitive eaters invade local frozen treat shop
Who cut the custard? Competitive eaters invade local frozen treat shop

The contest celebrates BR Frozen Custard's two-year anniversary.


April 19, 2008

Impressions: Who else is reading?

Deborah Tompkins Johnson shares her thoughts on books with Christian messages in her weekly column, “Impressions.”


April 16, 2008

Farmers Market: What to do with wild onions

Linda Robertson shares family stories and recipes in her seasonal column, “Farmers Market.”

Short Cuts: Add flare to olive oil

Mary Ann Kauchak shares easy recipes in her weekly column, “Short Cuts.”


April 13, 2008

Local rapper out to make his name bigger than 50 Cent
Local rapper out to make his name bigger than 50 Cent

Woodbridge up-and-coming rapper Hunit Grand believes he’s going to hit the bigtime, with more than 13,000 hits on his YouTube.com music video. 

Mom on the Run: Dad reaches a prom dress epiphany

Lianne Wilkens shares the trials and tribulations of being a “Mom on the Run.”

Body & Soul: Local doctor offers new procedure for women

Maria Garcia often felt fatigued and unable to participate in any of her children's after school activities.


April 11, 2008

Short Cuts: Spinach stars in two appetizers

Mary Ann Kauchak shares easy-to-make kitchen recipes in her weekly column, “Short Cuts.”

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