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Space Center Planned for Reston
G.M.U. holds Space Day on Sept. 10
G.M.U. holds Space Day on Sept. 10
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Residents Mourn ‘The Death of Colvin Run’
Great Falls and Vienna residents argue that ‘George Washington would not recognize his stream of 1799.’
Colvin Run in Vienna died this spring.
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Reston Association Passes Stronger Internal Controls
StoneTurn Group, LLP urged RA to adopt similar policies a year ago.
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Controversy over Hidden Creek Country Club in Reston Erupts
Stakeholders and county supervisor speak out.
It is approaching three years since Connecticut-based real estate developer Wheelock Communities announced its acquisition of Hidden Creek Country Club in Reston.
Bridge Over Troubled Crosswalk
Wiehle Avenue and W&OD Trail Bridge to be operational this summer.
Bridge over troubled crosswalk
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SLHS Food Pantry Supports 250+ Students and Families Weekly
Registration open for benefit 0.5K race to stock the shelves.
Food pantry
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Runnymede Park, The Hidden Gem of Herndon
NatureFest 2017 showcases the park's assets and combines learning and fun.
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Reston’s African American History Explored
Rev. LaVerne Gill’s book profiles individuals who went through the struggles of early Reston and still love it and believe in it.
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Environmental Benefits and Lower Electric Costs in Fairfax County
County awards solar power purchase agreement contracts.
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Happy 100th Birthday to Maryana Gillette James of Herndon
Good life involves God, family, church and chocolate.
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WANTED Feedback Involving No-chase/Chase Fairfax County Police Department Vehicle Pursuits
Flurry of proposed revisions should discourage pursuits of suspects in non-violent felony incidents.
Police vehicle pursuits create the potential for officers, residents and suspects to be killed or seriously injured.
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Resilience and Recovery
Cornerstones holds ‘A Virtual Town Hall with Fairfax County Officials.’
Three words characterize Cornerstones' work: stability, empowerment and hope. On Monday, June 8, the nonprofit organization held a Virtual Town Hall with Fairfax County officials from the Dranesville and Hunter Mill districts.
New Food Scrap Composting at Select Fairfax County Farmers Markets
Nature’s recycling reduces methane and lowers carbon footprint
Fairfax County residents have another option for managing organic wastes such as fruit and vegetable peels, food left on dinner plates, coffee grounds, and even paper towels and napkins.
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Celebrating Women’s History Month 2020 in Fairfax County
Fairfax County Commission for Women honors “Valiant Women of the Vote.”
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Herndon Elementary Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Celebrating 60 years of BEElonging.
Herndon Elementary School (HES) held its 60th Anniversary Celebration (1961-2021) on Sunday, April 24.
Seeking Gift Support for Military Families in Need; MAM and Elizabeth Dole Foundation join forces for the children.
Military Appreciation Mondays works with Elizabeth Dole Foundation to make Christmas bright.
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10th Anniversary, Great Falls Senior Center Without Walls
Continues to improve the lives of seniors.
Continues to improve the lives of seniors.
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Protecting Dark Skies Around Observatory Park
Board of Supervisors passes zoning ordinance gently limiting lighting within half mile of Turner Farm Park Observatory.
Among the board-approved action items on Nov. 21 was the Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding outdoor lighting around Turner Farm Park Observatory in Great Falls.