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Sine Die

“Sine die” is the language that marks the end of the regular session of the Virginia General Assembly.

“Flourishing After 55”

55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.

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Saving the Parkway’s Trees

National Park Service forests are at risk of failure in the national capital region and beyond.

English ivy is one of the most invasive and destructive plants in the region.

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‘The Odd Couple’ in Alexandria

ACCT presents Neil Simon classic.

ACCT presents Neil Simon classic.

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Rally Against Hate Supports Rock Spring Neighbors

Arlington neighbors gathered March 1 at a Rally Against Hate held on the steps of Rock Spring UCC to show community support for neighbors whose properties had been defaced with racial slurs and swastikas on Feb. 19.

Afghan Refugee Dreams of Peace

Afghan Refugee

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Tree Walk in Dyke Marsh

Trees

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Head of the Class

ACHS teacher Eva Irwin surprised with $25k Milken Educator Award.

Photos by Janet Barnett/Gazette Packet

CORE and THRIVE Advancing Businesses in Fairfax County

This week, the County proudly introduces Fairfax CORE (Connecting Opportunities and Resources for Entrepreneurs), a groundbreaking online platform designed to empower business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in Fairfax County, including the towns of Clifton and Vienna and cities of Fairfax and Falls Church.

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100 Turn Out for Groundbreaking at Ballfield

Construction Starting for Snack Bar and Restrooms at Woodlawn Ball Field

Baseball

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Projects Dot the Map around Mount Vernon

Some planned, some underway and some complete around the district.

Mount Vernon Projects

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Lou Cook

Former School Board chair, Scholarship Fund founder dies at 89.

Former School Board chair, Scholarship Fund founder dies at 89.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash, Hit and Run

Police Briefs

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Sine Do or Die

On Saturday evening, March 9, the 2024 General Assembly session adjourned sine die. “Sine die” is Latin for “without day,” and in legalese, if you will, it means “indefinitely.”

Wrap Up for March Board Meeting

Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Regular County Board Meeting

Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Regular County Board Meeting

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Living Legends: The Dynamic Duo

Patty and Kate Moran making a difference in Del Ray.

Living Legends “It’s addictive here. The people are so easy to get along with.” — Patty Moran

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Major Sewage Line Fails Near Potomac River in Great Falls

Fairfax tests wells, positive results for coliform and E. coli

The DC Water and Sewer Authority's Potomac Interceptor sewer line at Manhole #31, approximately 400 feet (just more than a football field) from the Potomac River, and varying proximity to 18 private wells in Great Falls, 158 feet to 2,755 feet, failed on or before Feb. 12.

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Calling All Dog Lovers!

Ides of Bark selects its doggie champions

Dogs

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Cornerstones Proposal Raises Local Residents’ Concerns

Would build 34 units of permanent, supportive housing in Fair Oaks.

Cornerstones