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Social Programs Adapt To Fulfill Immigrant Needs

Fellowship House, Interfaith help immigrants on their way to self-sufficiency.

A visitor to Hunter’s Woods Fellowship House in Hunter’s Woods Square in Reston could hear 21 different languages.

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Building a Savings Stockpile on Shoestring Budget

Money experts say it is possible to save, even on a limited income.

Even though Mary Beth Lanvin is employed full-time with a company that offers generous retirement benefits, she can’t afford to contribute to a 401(k).

Avoiding Holiday Debt

Plan now to prevent post-holiday bills.

Festive store displays mean the holiday shopping season is in full swing.

Brief: Helping Animals Find Homes for the Holidays?

Special adoption promotion to help animals find homes.

Brief: The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering a free spay or neuter for the first 100 cats, kittens, dogs or puppies adopted from the shelter through Dec. 31.

Fairfax Home Sales: October, 2012

In October 2012, 64 Fairfax homes sold between $1,330,000-$97,000.

Fairfax Home Sales in October, 2012

Getting Organized for Thanksgiving

Local experts offer a survival guide.

Jill Mahon is hosting her family for Thanksgiving next week, which is, of course, the kick-off of the holiday season. But for Mahon, the holidays herald an organizational nightmare.

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Local Real Estate: Top Sales in July 2012

Local Real Estate: Top Sales in July 2012

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Local Real Estate: July 2012 Sales in $800,000s

Local Real Estate: July 2012 Sales in $800,000s

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Local Real Estate: June 2012 Sales, $700,000~$749,900

Local Real Estate: June 2012 Sales, $700,000~$749,900

Fairfax Home Sales: July, 2012

In July 2012, 83 Fairfax homes sold between $943,232-$125,000.

Fairfax Home Sales in July, 2012

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Local Real Estate: Sold in May 2012, $650,000~$699,999

Local Real Estate: Sold in May 2012, $650,000~$699,999

Fairfax Home Sales: June, 2012

In June 2012, 111 Fairfax homes sold between $1,145,000-$135,000.

Fairfax Home Sales in June, 2012

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Local Real Estate: Top Sales in May 2012

Local Real Estate: Top Sales in May 2012

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Storms Leave 2 Dead, Power Out

At least two dead in Fairfax; 285,000 residents still without power after Friday night’s hurricane force winds.

Winds of more than 70 miles per hour swept through Fairfax County Friday night. Power went out as the storm blew into the area around 10:30 p.m. with hurricane force winds sounding like a freight train. The sound made some residents think a tornado was upon them, and many took refuge in basements.

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Local Real Estate: Sold in May 2012 in the $700s

Local Real Estate: Sold in May 2012 in the $700s