McLean Week in Review-October 3-7

Monday, October3

Status of Tysons Corner Rail Costs. The Washington Post explains costs for the Silver Line through McLean and Tysons Corner.

McLean's annual art gallery in the park, MPAArtfest, carried on Sunday even with the rain.

McLean Crime. Recent incidents. Construction equipment stolen.

Candidates Court Korean-Americans.

Tuesday October 4

Good Day Neighbors,

Updating Langley Forks Park. Neighbors are asked their ideas for updating park nestled next to the CIA.

McLean CEO Retires. SAIC begins search for a new leader.

McLean Community Center Subsidy. Apparently taxpayers are providing a $1 million subsidy. Answers from the MCC.

Favola Answers Questions at Alexandria Event. Merrick declines.

Wednesday October 5

Congressman Makes Courageous Speech. Frank Wolf delivers blistering speech against powerful anti-tax advocate.

A Glittering GOP Fundraiser for Barbara Comstock. Virginia governor leads list of well-known Republicans.

Water is for Fighting. Fairfax Board of Supervisors nearly swamped in attempt to expand county water service and lower bills.

Beloved Coach Remembered. Bob Hampton's friends gathered at McLean Little League field Wednesday night to remember his kindness, advice, mentoring and love of the game. A tree now stands near a field named in his honor.

Thursday October 6

Update: Grandmother Guilty Of First-Degree Murder In Toddler Death Case. A jury found Carmela dela Rosa guilty of first-degree murder for throwing her granddaughter over a Tysons Corner Center walkway last November

Few Fairfax Parents Opt Out of Vaccinations. Much below national average.

Dustup in Sheriff's Race. Controversy over Sheriff's participation in retirement plan.

Alton Brown Coming to McLean. Will "Uncork" McLean.

Community Center Wins Two State Awards. Outstanding graphics earn MCC state recognition for its work.

Friday October 7

Chamber Honors Business, Community Leaders. 17 win awards for community service.

More Parking, New Turf Field Opens at Spring Hill Rec. Second of a three-part project to improve McLean's recreation center.

Apple Customers Remember Steve Jobs. Tysons Corner customers explain how Apple products and Steve Jobs changed their lives. Others leave flowers, cap and black-rimmed glasses.

McLean Orchestra Opens Season, Turns 40. Help the celebrate Saturday at Oakcrest School.

McLean Over South Lakes.