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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Honors Frank de la Fe

Hunter Mill residents appointed to the County’s boards and commissions.

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Spring Snowstorm Offers the Best Sledding and Winter Fun in Reston

Late season Nor'easter drops 5 inches of snow.

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Reston and Herndon Students Join ‘March For Our Lives’

Local families support demand for tighter gun controls.

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Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout April 28

Service is free, anonymous and no questions asked.

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Total Wine & More Celebrates Grand Opening in Reston

Portion of first weekend's sales go to support Cornerstones.

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Sunrise Chefs in Head-to-Head Competition

Event demonstrates healthy from-scratch cooking with seasonal ingredients.

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Anti-Scam Campaign Presented in Herndon

Experts provide tips to protect seniors from fraud.

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Herndon Rotary Honors Citizen of the Year, Volunteers

Event Honors Susan Ungerer of Reston and 19 Outstanding Volunteers.

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Green Lizard Cycling, LLC Celebrates Fifth Anniversary in Herndon

Three-day event draws hundreds of enthusiasts.

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Herndon Community Folds 600 ‘Wish Cranes’

Project supports an upcoming installation at the “Autism, Art and Acceptance” exhibition at ArtSpace Herndon.

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South Lakes Students Join National Walkout

Nationwide event protests Congress’ inaction in response to gun violence.

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Vienna Resident Gives Gift of Sight to People in Honduras

Dr. Jordana Fein performs service of thirty cataract surgeries.

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Reston Schools Celebrate National Youth Art Month

Student artwork exhibited at Reston and Hunters Woods Community Centers.

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Building Razed on Last Property Available in Reston Town Center’s Urban Core

Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Residential Density in Reston PRC District stalled.

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Two Herndon Schools Shine in Virginia Science Bowl®

Rachel Carson Middle School places first; Floris Elementary finishes fourth.

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East Spring Street Widening Discussed in Herndon

Last chance for citizens' comments is March 19, 2018.

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Ice Breaker 5K Race Held in Herndon

Martin Calhoun finishes first with a time of 19/21.7.

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USS Herndon Artifacts Come Home

Son donates father’s memorabilia for display in the Herndon Depot Museum.

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Baby Lambs Born at Frying Pan Farm

High winds pound the area, downing trees and power lines, but life continues.

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Nunu’s Thai Dishes Opens in Herndon

The “New Kid in Town” opens with high expectations.

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Cornerstones in Reston’s American Citizenship Class Helps Rebuild Lives

Immigrants and refugees gain control of their futures by becoming U.S. citizens.

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Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) Opens Satellite Gallery

Innovative new space at Signature in Reston Town Center features local artist Craig Moran.

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Winds Wreak Havoc in Reston Area

Reston Association estimates it will be at least a month before tree cleanup is completed.

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Are Lines of Understanding Replacing Battleground Lines in Reston?

Clock momentarily pauses for the proposed Reston Planned Residential Community (PRC) Zoning Ordinance.

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Fun with No Commute in Herndon, Oak Hill

Music, arts, theatre events flourish in the Town of Herndon and Oak Hill.

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Public Hearing on Herndon’s East Spring Street Widening

Meeting is Thursday, March 8 at the Herndon Community Center.

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Kiddar Capital Acquires Herndon Property

The property is on the landing site of the new Silver Line Station.

Fulkerson to Leave CEO Position at Reston Association

Will act in a special advisory role effective March 1, 2018.

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Fairfax County Police Launch Body Worn Camera Pilot Program

Training and rollout began Feb. 19 in Mount Vernon, Mason, and Reston districts.

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Leidos to Expand in Reston Town Center

Fortune 500 Company takes the last office space in Reston’s urban core.

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Body Worn Camera Pilot Program Launched in Fairfax County

Training and rollout beginning Monday, Feb. 19 in the Reston, Mason, and Mount Vernon districts.

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A Must-See Show in Herndon to Fire the Soul

Herndon High School's Cabaret "Back To Broadway 2018" is Friday and Saturday, Feb. 23-24.

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Maker Faire NoVa is Coming Back Bigger & Better

So what's your interest?

Reston Candidates' Forums Coming Up the Last Week in February

Reston Association Board Election

South Lakes High Students Win Art Awards

The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers recognizes their talents.

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Preserving Local Historic Sites

Applications for Herndon's Historic Ellmore Farmhouse under administrative review.

Alternative Options Sought for Herndon Arts Center Operation

Consultant recommends Town move forward with neither submitted proposal accepted.

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Reston Teen Shines at Winter Olympics

Maame Biney, 18, of South Lakes High School makes quarterfinals.

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Herndon Students Named Among Most Creative

The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers recognized powerful and innovative works.

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‘Party in Paris’ Held in Herndon

Herndon Parks and Recreation Department offers an enchanted evening at their "Father Daughter Dance."

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Jimmy's Old Town Tavern Expands in Herndon

Herndon institution opens Buffalo Wing and Beer Garden.

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Herndon Village Network To Present A Valentine Tea

Proceeds will benefit the operation of the organization.

Herndon Rotary Club to Honor Reston Resident Susan Ungerer

Tickets available for the 52nd Annual Recognition Banquet.