McLean Week in Review - August 22-26

Monday, August 22

: Expect continued overnight closures on the Capital Beltway in Tysons Corner and the Silver Line metro construction and HOT lanes construction continues. 

In case you missed our story on Saturday, the new Lewinsville Road Bridge officially opens for business today.

, who died of cancer in July, was remembered for his service, compassion and caring during a memorial service on Saturday.

Tuesday August 23

-Well-known McLean Neighbors Participate in MLK Memorial Events. MLK memorial to be dedicated Sunday. A milestone.

-Vote Today. Primary day and McLean residents can vote in two races. See you at the polls.

-Recent McLean Crime. Grand larceny in Tysons Center.

-Earthquake Rocks McLean.

Wednesday August 24

 Arlington Board Member Wins Senate Primary. Barbara Favola to face McLean resident Caren Merrick in November.

New McLean Secret Neighbor. A new director took over at one of McLean's most secret neighbors recently.

McLean Home Sales. Moderately priced homes among August sales.

Real McLean Housewife. Now boarding . . .

 Thursday August 25

 McLean Secret Neighbor's Close, Close Ties to NYPD. CIA helps NYPD's covert operations in Muslim communities, the AP says.

-Hurricane Irene and Fairfax County. When it might arrive. How to prepare.

-Your School Calendar. Every important date you need in one place. Perfect for fridge-posting.

Friday August 26

Latest on Hurricane Irene and Fairfax. Thunderstorms today. Storm should hit Saturday.

Microsoft Store Coming to Tysons Corner. Microsoft announces its first store in the Greater Washington area.

Neighbor Dick Cheney Writes New Book. Former vice president starts promoting his new memoir.

Most Important Upcoming Fairfax Races. Are the Fairfax School Board races, according to The Washington Post. Stories commended to our neighbors.

Hurricane Irene Cancels MLK Dedication. New date in the fall.