Stories for March 2026

Stories for March 2026

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Tuesday, March 31

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CAP Cadets Take 3rd in CyberPatriot Finals

Local high schools represented in national competition.

Cyber

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Indy Folk Band Experimented with Blind Folds For a New Twist

The Golden Hours is at Jammin’ Java on April 14

Band rocks on

Sunday, March 22

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Creativity in Bloom

At The Jefferson, residents find freedom, focus and joy through art and gardening

Seniors

Thursday, March 19

March Is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Don’t wait: 45 is the recommended age for first colonoscopies for people with average risk.

cancer

Annual Water Pipe Flushing

Information on maintenance of tap water pipe network
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Planning for National Service Animals Monument

Approved by Congress in 2022

Service

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Annual MLK poster contest honors local students.

Annual MLK poster contest honors local students.

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Code Violations and Land Use Cleared Up at AC Tires in Mount Vernon

Voices from all sides contributed to the resolution.

Tires

Wednesday, March 18

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Returned Peace Corps Volunteers Recognized

Proclamations fete 65th Anniversary

peace corps

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Do These Districts Have a Future?

Two locals battle for a possible new Democratic seat in Congress.

New district

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Century in Bloom: Historic Garden Week in Fairfax County

The Garden Club of Fairfax marks its 100th year with a tour steeped in heritage, artistry and spring color.

Flowers

Friday, March 6

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Lunar New Year Celebration Fills Sunrise at Hunter Mill in Oakton

Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse

Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse

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Wear Red day

Red

Thursday, March 5

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CAC raises $146k to combat child abuse.

CAC raises $146k to combat child abuse.

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NPS Denies City’s Pump Station Plan

Waterfront Park to remain public park.

Waterfront Park to remain public park.

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CELEBRATING BLACK AUTHORS

CELEBRATING BLACK AUTHORS

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Alexandrians Have Heart

Alexandrians Have Heart

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Front Page News Stands the Test of Time

Front Page News Stands the Test of Time

Wednesday, March 4

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Potomac River Sewage Contamination Declining

Concern about pathogens in the Potomac River remain, but it is now safe for recreation, says DC Water.

River

Tuesday, March 3

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Is Tech a Stable, Lifelong Career Path?

Local author of ‘Impossibly Hard: What’s Driving High Turnover in Tech?’ says there are risks.

Author

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Peace as Means and End at 2026 Student Peace Awards

Powerful community recognition reaches beyond sports and academic achievements.

2026 Student Peace Awards