Plus, this isn't your father's science project.
Here's a look back at the top stories on Burke Patch in September.
The general election is Nov. 5, and voters must be registered by Oct. 15. See who's on the ballot for Vienna voters.
McKay responds to the indecision in Washington and how it could affect Fairfax County, which he says is largely economically related to federal government.
Burke Patch is looking for bloggers to share thoughts on religion, culture and issues of faith.
Five things to look forward to in Burke this week.
Top news of the week from our Patches around Virginia and Washington.
A list of reported incidents in the Burke-area from the latest weekly activity report provided by the Fairfax County Police Department on Sept. 27. Mentioned arrests do not indicate convictions.
Mail and Social Security payments untouched, and certain federal employees will stay on the job.
The Navy Yard shootings raise questions — about our response.
House Republicans all but assured the government will shut down on Tuesday, according to the White House and multiple news reports.
Sunday is National Coffee Day, and Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks, Caribou Coffee and other businesses have free coffee offers.
Kids between 6-12 years old learned bicycle safety tips from officers and participated in an obstacle course at the West Springfield District Police Station.
If you pack your own lunch you know that salads can be tricky to transport, but putting them in a mason jar can help maintain their flavor and freshness.
Less beltway traffic, no museum visits as 800,000 locked out of work.
Plus, exploding transformer and drunk driver at the fire station.
The Bruins are now 4-0 this season.
Children and families will have the chance to learn about bicycle safety, meet police officers, and participate in an obstacle course.
Plus, Loudoun Greenway investigation and time to pay your tax bill, Fairfax.
Firefighters will wear pink shirts for Breast Cancer Awareness and don purple wristbands for Domestic Violence Month in October.
Mapping mission has Navy blimp over Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Celebrate electric cars in the Burke-area Saturday.
The students will compete for more than 800 scholarship awards, which will be handed out in spring 2014.