What You Need to Know Today

Keep your gadgets out of sight in the car. Better yet, take them with you. Police recently arrested a person who they believe is responsible for over 100 larcenies. Captain Purvis Dawson, commander of the , said at a Citizens Advisory Committee meeting last night that the man often targeted items that were placed in plain view inside vehicles. He reiterated that many larcenies could be prevented if citizens would take proper precautions. To see a list of tips from the Sully District's Crime Prevention Officer, Brett Katinsky,

A reminder: A portion of Poplar Tree Road, which connects Centreville to Chantilly, The section extends from Braddock Ridge Drive to Sully Park Drive. It should reopen on Sept. 5th, when school starts again. 

Congratulations to the CVHS Class of 2011! The students graduated at the Patriot Center yesterday. Check back with Patch later today for additional coverage. In the meantime, you can read up about some of their plans  

Dulles Rail under scrutiny: Two lawmakers who represent parts of Centreville are pushing for additional scrutiny of the MWAA board. Del. Tim Hugo has requested an investigation into possible ethics violations of one board member. Meanwhile, the Dept. of Transportation's inspector general, at the request of Rep. Frank Wolf, has launched an investigation into .