The Falls Church Schools announced this morning that Craig Cheney has been appointed to fill the vacancy caused by Joan Wodiska’s resignation on the Falls Church School Board. Cheney was elected to the School Board in 2004 and served one four-year term, including two years as chair and one as vice-chair. Since leaving the board in 2008 he has served as a leader of the Task Force on Affordable Housing and as president of the George Mason High School Athletic Boosters. He will be sworn in Monday, Jan. 28.

A Penny for Your Thoughts 6-11-2026
America’s celebration of its 250th anniversary takes as many forms as there are customs and cultures across the 50 states. Parades, fireworks and music are givens for a Semi-quincentennial celebration,



