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Easter Egg Hunting at Herndon Pool
Children swim and dive for eggs during the Aqua Egg Hunt produced by Herndon Parks and Recreation Department.
Egg hunt at Herndon pool
Juneteenth, Day of Reflection, Celebration
Vienna's celebration kicks off Liberty Amendment month.
Vienna's celebration kicks off Liberty Amendment month.
Responding in Reston to Hate Crimes
Rainbow and Black Lives Matter flags fly at Reston Church; surveillance camera installed.
"Beacon of hope to those who drive by. A demonstrated symbol of our commitment to justice and welcome."
Community Service 'Stars' Battle it Out on the Dance Floor in Herndon
Thousands raised for local charities during benefit gala.
Don't Touch the Veggies in Herndon
COVID-19 Safety Guidelines in place as Herndon Farmers Market reopens.
The 2020 Herndon Farmers Market, operated under Fairfax County Park Authority, opened for the season later than normal, not on the usual third Thursday in April, but on June 18.
Neighbors Frustrated with High School Students Parking in Herndon
Solution approved, but is it enough?
A Lawsuit Challenges TJ Admission Changes
Parents sue to stop TJ’s admission policy changes, alleging anti-Asian race discrimination.
The Fairfax County School Board and Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Brabrand face a new lawsuit filed against them last week in United States District Court in Alexandria.
John H. Schoeberlein Dies, Former Vienna Town Manager
Reliable with keen financial responsibility, he brought Vienna into the 21st century.
John H. Schoeberlein Dies, Former Vienna Town Manager
Hometown Celebration Returns to Great Falls
Americana fun, unmasked and free
Great Falls traditions returned to the Village Centre Green for the 4th of July 2021.
Town of Herndon Holds Swearing-In Ceremony for Council
First Latino American and Nepalese American Town Councilmembers make history as they take the oath of office.
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Red Kimono Opens in Downtown Herndon
Restaurant offers authentic Japanese & Korean food and features top-notch head sushi chef.
Proclamation Recognizes Nachman Day in Herndon
Honors 100th Anniversary of the family in the town.
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Hope and Hospitality in a Positive Environment in Falls Church
Ribbon-cutting for the new Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing.
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Herndon Town Council Holds Community Roundtable
Sparks of new concern amidst routine reassurances.
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Reston Association Election Challenge Overcome
A 10 percent quorum reached; Board members appoint Catherine Baum as president.
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MWAA Proposes Dulles Toll Road Increases
Public comments accepted through Aug. 10, 2022.
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority will propose raining the toll rates on the Dulles...
Coalition Pleads for Removal of Fairfax County SROs
NOVA Equity Agenda Coalition proposes redirecting of funding to hire counselors.
"While schools' primary role is to serve as an institution for learning, it must also remain a suitable place for young people to mature and sometimes err, without being subjected to the unquestionably perilous path of the criminal justice system," wrote members of the NOVA Equity Agenda Coalition in a July 6 letter to Fairfax County Public Schools Board and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.
Moving Fairfax County Schools to Dismantle Systemic Racism
NAACP holds virtual Town Hall.
Fairfax County NAACP held a virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 5.