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Cheeseburgers in Paradise

Sustainability is the common thread in one local family’s varied ventures—from fast food to taxicabs.

As We Speak

Sandra Alboum’s translation agency can speak pretty much any language. Well…almost.

Brooke Reynolds & Adam Simon

Married June 23, 2012 in Leesburg, Va.

Stephanie Montgomery & Drew Harbrecht

Married August 25, 2012 in Hume, Va.

Restaurant Review: Open Kitchen

Open Kitchen can be inconsistent. But when it's good, it's really good.

Going Public

Arlington’s public school system offers a wealth of options for students, but navigating the choices can be dizzying. Here are some pointers.

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Restaurant Review: Tallula

Tallula has a new chef, an old soul and a killer wine selection.

Common Valor

Their names may be forgotten, but their sacrifice isn’t.

National Race Against the Odds

The 4th annual event on Saturday, November 4

Why We Give

Altruism isn’t entirely selfless. Many of those who give their time and money are finding it’s a two-way street.

Ballston Stall

It’s got the location and the demographics. Why doesn’t Ballston Common Mall have higher-end stores?

McLean 5K: Run With The Warriors 2012

Thousands raised to build wounded warrior housing

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Superstar Family Fun Day

On Saturday, October 13 at Key School

Excuse Me…Do You Have a Parents’ Menu?

A discerning mom-to-be seeks out eateries that cater to little ones while still offering dishes a parent can love.

Worlds Apart

Incomes and property values are rising in Arlington. So is the number of residents relying on food pantries, free medical care and housing assistance.

How to Do Consignment

Whether you’re looking to buy couture at a discount, or offload a fashion purchase that didn’t work out, these consignment shops have your number.

Home Plate September/October 2012

Speakeasies, sweets on the go, and more

Crowd Control

Arlington’s public schools are running out of room. Will the school board’s $474 million plan solve the space crunch fast enough?

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Game On

Where can you go to watch sports around town? Here’s the lineup.

Restaurant Review: Green Pig Bistro

Clarendon's newest bistro serves up daring dishes in a space that makes diners feel at home.

Lessons Learned

Kids aren’t the only ones who learn something new every day. Six veteran educators share their best takeaways.

Rap Sheet

With offenses ranging from dissing TSA to impersonating Tupac, Remy Munasifi is one of YouTube’s most wanted.

Crystal City Twilighter

Race at sundown draws a following

Driven to Extremes

Tired of the gym? Sick of the same boring exercise routine? Staying in shape doesn’t have to be monotonous. It certainly isn’t for these eight Arlingtonians.

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Restaurant Review: 2941

Decadent but dressed down, 2941 waves good-bye to the white-glove fuss of its former self.

One More Page Books: A Novel Concept

Whether you’re looking to geek out with fellow bibliophiles, indulge your sweet tooth or feed your latest obsession, this indie bookstore has it all.

That Time Famed Spy Robert Hanssen Wasn’t Caught in Arlington

A bag o' cash and a botched sting operation: The failed attempt to nab the notorious double agent at Long Branch Nature Center.

Home Plate July/August 2012

Latin cuisine, wine shops and more

Old School

Some families revere ATS as the holy grail of magnet schools. One local parent sought to find out why.

Strike a Pose

Want to give yoga a try? The first step is finding a style that suits you.

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Home Plate November/December 2011

Bakery, Espresso, and more.

Funk Soul Brother Sister

For the sibling owners of Iota Club & Café, life revolves around good coffee, good eats, good beer and great music.

Local Flavor

Eleven chefs dish on their passions and aversions, their culinary influences and their favorite places to eat, shop and play around town.

Parents Gone Wild

When Mom and Dad lose their cool on the sidelines, no one wins.

Nobody Bothers Them

For many Arlingtonians, all roads lead to Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do.

Vertical Horizon

Arlington’s popularity is rising, and so are its buildings and real estate prices. When will the county reach maximum density?

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Restaurant Review: Eventide

Eventide serves up inventive dishes in a vintage setting that’s packed with personality.

Covet Thy Neighbor’s Coolness

Gallery? Boutique? Girlfriends’ closet? This little shop is all that.

Girl Trouble

A teen girl armed with a cellphone and a grudge can wreak havoc with devastating consequences. Many local families have the scars to prove it.

Restaurant Review: Harth

Local food gets the luxury treatment at Härth

House Blend

Random Harvest holds a treasure trove of ever-evolving home furnishings that you won’t find anywhere else.

Restaurant Review: Sea Pearl

Sea Pearl is a gem waiting to be discovered.

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Sizing Up

The new homes on the block are getting bigger, and neighbors say it’s cramping their style.

Glory Days

Once upon a time, Arlington’s mean streets were ruled by outlaws and hoods. Wayne Hager was one of them.

Color Your World

Step away from the black suit, ladies. Periwinkle aims to coax fashion conservatives just slightly out of their comfort zones.

I’m Not Ron Burgundy

Chuck Todd isn’t your stereotypical newscaster. And yet television cameras can’t seem to get enough of him.

Shoot the Moon

For Arlington-based photographer Bill Ingalls, staring into space is a job requirement.

Home Plate January/February 2012

Vietnamese, new spots, and more.

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Women on a Mission

That woman standing in line at the supermarket? She might be a best-selling author, a life-saving surgeon, or a global venture philanthropist, but you wouldn’t necessarily know it.

Think Ink

Northern Virginia’s oldest tattoo parlor and its owner, Rick Cherry, are still going strong.

Home Plate May/June 2012

Perfect Pies, marmalade, and more.

Wine and Dine

A local wine-seller’s home remodel becomes the toast of the town.

From Yucatan, With Love

Part business and part art, District Taco has found a recipe that keeps fans coming back for more.

Pit Bosses

Hankering for barbecue? Don’t miss these smokin’ hot spots where pigs (and a few cows) fly.

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Home Plate March/April 2012

St. Patrick's Day celebrations, a new cookbook and more