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Biking in Fairfax County Gets a New Face for Advocacy

Matt Roberts now behind the wheel for FABB

FABB

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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best

Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.

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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best

Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.

Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Awards

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Comedians Featured at the Workhouse on New Year’s Eve

Includes Bishop Ireton alumna Kat Radley, who is now a writer on the Daily Show in New York City.

Comedian Kat Radley

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Rebranding Complete at Springfield Golf and Country Club

Upgraded interior moves away from traditional country club features.

country club

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Take Out Frustrations at The Smash Pit

Grab a sledge hammer and relieve some stress.

Smash Pit

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Vestibule Expanded at St. Lawrence Catholic Church

St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Franconia

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VDOT’s Plan at Popes Head Road Comes Together

Design public hearing planned for Dec. 12.

VDOT plans to widen parkway

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Environmental Expo has Many Messages

It’s not just the spotted lantern fly that’s causing problems.

Environmental expo

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ECHO Acts as the Hub for Feeding Families in Need

The assortment of food drives around the holidays keeps their pantries full.

ECHO and the holidays

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EPA Administrator and Supervisor Herrity Visit Recycling Center

Nov. 15 is now “Fairfax County Recycles Day,” in coordination with “America Recycles Week.”

recycling

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Local Rugby Player Signs to U.S. Team

West Springfield alumni going to San Diego for first game.

local rugby player

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Another Option Coming for Commuters Inside the Beltway

The I-395 Express Lanes are opening soon, and tolling will begin.

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Getting From Metro to NOVA Campus and Business Center is Challenging

Connector road needed to improve access.

Metro access.

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More Big Box Stores Closing Doors

Stores Closing

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Smiles All Around at Democrat Victory Party in Fairfax

Gun violence prevention topped the action list for many.

Democratic party

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Garden Replaces Rolling Valley Sign

Monument sign is now a colorful garden.

Rolling Valley sign

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Burke Dentist Hangs up Drill and Soccer Cleats

47 years seeing patients is enough for Dr. Rice.

Burke Dentist Retires

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Local Farming Employs Adults with Special Needs and Autism

Big brother started program that now supplies lettuce to George Mason University and the Springfield Country Club.

Locally grown

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Springfield Railroad Station: Local History Tales

Civil War soldiers and former postmasters once occupied this whistlestop station.

Springfield Railroad Station

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Need for REAL ID Getting Real

Crowds at DMV impact wait times, but officials are looking for solutions.

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Locally Made Film is a Hit on Amazon Prime

Lake Braddock alumnus, local filmmaker.

Lake Braddock alumnus, local filmmaker.

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Popular Golf Spot May be Going Away

Landowner looking for other options as the Top Golf business model has expanded; everything on hold for now.

Top Golf

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Lake Accotink Lives On

Dredging the lake and applying preservation measures is a victory for Accotink.

Lake Accotink

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Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead

Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead

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Fairfax County Long Term Plan Enters the Think Tank

A series of meetings with public participation is underway.

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TSA Building Shaping Up in Springfield

Government building in Springfield

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Trains Roll Again at Metro

Stations reopen with improvements, although some construction continues.

Metro opens

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Painting the Sounds and Vibrance of Music

Workhouse Artist Britt Conley’s knack for expressing music with her brush strokes.

Workhouse Artist Britt Conley

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Metro Station Closures Nearly Over

Buses picked up the slack, leaving some riders happy.

Metro Station Closures Nearly Over

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Intersection Improvements Planned in Springfield and Burke

Traffic calming efforts coincide with meeting ADA compliance.

Intersection Improvements Planned in Springfield and Burke

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National Night Out Enhances Neighborliness

Annual community event is a chance to mingle and enjoy ice cream.

National Night Out

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Group Home Opens in Springfield

Community members with an open toolbox and outlook refurbish a home for the intellectually disabled.

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Policing the River in Marine Patrol 1

Police boat plays many roles on local tidal waters.

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Texas Donuts Opening in Lorton

The bigger than usual donuts will be the main draw.

Texas Donuts in Lorton

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Lee District Field Gets Resurfaced

This field is on the 10-year plan.

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Springfield Is Looking for a few Good Signs

County revitalization office is working with local officials on new gateway signs.

Sprinfield signs

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Lee District Field Gets Resurfaced

The field is on the 10-year plan.

The field is on the 10-year plan.

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Community Voices Concerns About Shootings

Police meet with residents to seek leads.

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Trash Collection Staffing is Tight, Resulting in Cutbacks of Service in Fairfax County

Occasionally, cans go untouched on trash day.

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More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon

Virginia officials holding a series of meetings this month to hear ideas.

More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon

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Community Voices Concerns about Shootings

Police meet with residents to seek leads.

Community Voices Concerns about Shootings

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Tight Staffing Creates Cutbacks in Trash Service

Occasionally cans go untouched on trash day.

Trash Collecting

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Lorton Barber Shop: 20 Years As a Local Favorite

Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.

Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.

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Recycling Efforts Gain Steam in Fairfax County

Purple bins and increased efforts may be needed.

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Amazon, Virginia Tech Detail Their Plans

Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce hosts discussion.

Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce hosts Amazon discussion

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SOL Skills Used in Cardboard Boats Pay Off

Annual Springfield Regatta is a hit at Accotink.

Cardboard Boat Race in Springfield

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Last Day at Metro Station Has Some Pondering

Summer shutdown began Memorial Day weekend.

Summer shutdown began Memorial Day weekend.