A week ago a Fairfax County judge advanced the case to recall School Board Member Elaine Tholen (Dranesville District). Chief Judge Penney S. Azcarate ruled that Tholen must prove in court why she should not be removed from office.

Parents turned in 5,100 signatures on recall petitions from Dranesville District residents in the quest to oust Tholen from her position July 19. The judge verified the signatures and made her ruling July 23.

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