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Virginia Puppy Stores Face Regulation, Inspection
Public invited to comment on new requirements.
Puppy regulation
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Northern Virginia Regional Parks Land Acreage
New parcels grow two parks.
NOVA Parks will mark the acquisition of land to add acreage to two existing parks with ribbon-cutting ceremonies: this week at Occoquan Regional Park, in Lorton, and later, in July, at Pohick Bay Regional Park, located on Mason Neck.
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Volunteer Uncovers Brickwork Mystery in Lorton
Extensive brickwork pathways, lined culverts, and walls found at Laurel Hill Park.
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Opposition to Animal Services Changes
Some say proposal not sufficiently studied; no one in the audience at 2 town hall meetings spoke in favor of the proposal.
Animals
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Care Standards Coming for Virginia’s Nursing Homes
One-fifth of Virginia nursing homes are not meeting expected staffing levels according to Joint Commission on Healthcare.
Nursing Homes Standards
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Welcome Pollinators to Improve the Environment
Native plants are your garden’s welcome mat
Pollinators
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Northern Virginia Parks Lure Vacation Campers
Low risk campgrounds open.
Though making safe vacation choices during the Covid-19 pandemic is challenging, area parks are ready to welcome vacationers with fresh air and de-stressing camping opportunities.
Popular Entertainment Spots and Nearby Eats in South County
Interesting places to pair food and fun
The south county areas of Springfield, Lorton, Clifton, Fairfax and Fairfax Station are fortunate to have interesting attractions to enjoy for entertainment, exercise, nature and history.
Election Day 2022 in Springfield
Fairfax County citizens vote early, by mail, and at the polls
Election
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Korean Bell Garden Ceremony Marks 10 Years
Ambassador applauds South Korean-U.S. Alliance
Ambassador applauds South Korean-U.S. Alliance
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Holiday Shows ‘Light’ Up the Season
NOVA Parks Offers Three Popular Light Festivals
Festival of Lights
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New Dog License Contract Catches Some By Surprise
Fairfax County to pay for contracted processing so department can focus on ‘higher revenue generating tasks.’
Dog Fees
Cole Looking and Listening in First 80 Days
New Park Authority director takes the measure of her 420 parks.
New Park Authority director