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Pakistan arrests 5 N.Va. men, probes possible jihadist ties

Five young men from Northern Virginia have been arrested in Pakistan at the home of a man linked to a radical jihadist group, and Pakistani authorities are questioning them about any possible links to terrorism, diplomatic and law enforcement officials said Wednesday.

War hero wins battle over flagpole (Post, December 10, 2009)

To be or not to be decking the halls?: Supervisors to issue guidelines on displays after reversing a resident-led committee's ban (Post, December 10, 2009)

A bit of ballet added to the school day: In elementary cafeteria, Manassas troupe serves up 'Nutcracker' scenes (Post, December 10, 2009)

For a woman who accepted all others: a top honor: In the early days of AIDS, an Arlington pastor opened her church so those with the disease could find comfort together (Post, December 10, 2009)

Arlington seeks relief from jammed schools: Superintendent suggests bigger classes, more trailers (Post, December 10, 2009)

Fairfax, doughnut company settle suit: County had said Lorton Krispy Kreme factory clogged sewage system (Post, December 8, 2009)

Lack of computer access hampers some students: Even wealthy Fairfax is forced to contend with a digital divide (Post, December 6, 2009)

Virginia parties look to next fall: GOP HOPES TO CONTINUE GAINS
Democrats reaffirm progressive values (Post, December 6, 2009)

Women's shelter asks for help: DIRECTORS PUT OUT CALL FOR NEW HOME Increased demand causes some to be turned away (Post, December 6, 2009)

Looking to lure anglers, boaters back to Lake Manassas: Officials ponder partnership with state to create access to water (Post, December 6, 2009)

Va. budget to test McDonnell's stance: STATE FACES $2.6 BILLION GAP
Conservatives see an opportunity to limit government (Post, December 3, 2009)

More road projects that are 'ready to go': Md., Va., D.C. want $835 million if U.S. primes pump again (Post, December 3, 2009)