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There’s Always Something to Discover in Herndon

Difference between the Town of Herndon and unincorporated Herndon.

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A Mayoral Welcome to Alexandria

An abiding sense of community.

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Commentary: Seeing Diversity as a Gift

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Commentary: Upgrade to REAL ID

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United in Support

After 19 swastikas spray-painted on building, community rallies behind Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia.

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Wreaths Across America Honors Herndon-Area Veterans

‘Each wreath is a gift of appreciation,’ said Carol Wright.

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Opinion: Commentary: Governor’s Budget Shows Progress

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The Other Alexandria: We Were Part of the Sunnyside Community: Lovell Arvid Lee

It was 1874 when junk dealer and real estate owner Charles A. Watson died in Alexandria, Virginia. He left his entire estate to his wife, Laura Ware (Wair) Watson. Together Laura and her three sons, Frank, Thomas Montgomery and Elbert turned their real estate into one of the first African American housing communities in Alexandria.

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Racism: As American as Apple Pie?

One bill passed, one introduced, to start untangling systematic and institutional racism here in Montgomery County.

“We are in a historic moment here in our country and in the world,” said Councilmember Will Jawando.

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The Other Alexandria: Betty Garrett Scott: ‘Memories of My Grandfather’

During the Civil Rights movement unrest in the 1940s and 1950s, Betty Garrett-Scott witnessed many historical moments that shaped her life.

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Mount Vernon’s Virtual Town Hall Meeting Hits All Levels

Pandemic in the area was looked at, along with other issues

The common thread for all the speakers at Supervisor Dan Storck’s (D-Mount Vernon) town hall meeting was the need to defeat the coronavirus, and rebuild the economy as the virus impact is lessened in Virginia.

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Opinion: Column: If Michael Corleone Had Lung Cancer

"Just when I thought I was out ... they pull me back in."

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Conversation Started to Rename Lee District in Fairfax County

Supervisor Lusk opened the floor to constituents who had a few suggestions.

Seemingly, everyone in Lee District knows the district is named after Robert E. Lee, the head of the Confederacy in the Civil War that ultimately ended the practice of slavery when the southern states lost and the Union won the war.

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The Other Alexandria: The Women Who Sparked His Career – Dr. Michael D. Casey

There is a common saying that a woman is always behind a successful man.

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Walker Chapel Cemetery Moves from Maintenance to Ministry in Arlington

Elaborate plans open spots for congregation and community.

Walker Chapel United Methodist Church, after four long years of permits and drawings and dreams, is set to break ground on renovations to its historic cemetery.

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Gum Springs Historical Marker Replaced

Third sign in a location not likely to be wiped out by a car.

Gum Springs sign

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South County High School Celebrates a ‘Class of Silver Lining’

On June 10, the South County High School class of 2021 became one of the many Fairfax County schools to graduate at Jiffy Lube Live.

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Families of the Fallen

T.A.P.S. marks 25 years of support for survivors.

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‘Portraits of Progress’ in Alexandria

Principle Gallery presents a journey of healing for Friends of Guest House clients.

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Making Science and Technology Fun for Students

Stemtree focuses on one-to-one customized STEM programs in Vienna center.