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Springfield Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash

A 22-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash on the afternoon of Aug. 31, 2023 in Fairfax Station.

Roundups

Roundups

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Professionals Learn More About Native Plants

Native plants may be climate change survivors

Imagine a world without forests. Lands unable to control soil erosion, filter and clean water, control temperatures, store carbon, provide building materials, produce food and medicines, or soothe the soul with the sound of rustling leaves.


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Never Forget

City to mark anniversary of 9-11 attacks.

“We claim this ground in remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001. To honor the 184 people whose lives were lost, their families, and all who sacrifice that we may live in freedom. We will never forget.” — Pentagon 9-11 Memorial inscription.

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Update, 4 Years Later

Letter/Update

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A Noteworthy Milestone

Alexandria Harmonizers celebrate 75 years.

The Alexandria Harmonizers, Alexandria’s own internationally acclaimed a cappella performing group, will celebrate their 75th diamond anniversary with a special performance Sept. 9 at the Rachel M Schlesinger Concert Hall on the Alexandria campus of Northern Virginia Community College.


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3 Dates to Circle for Dining in September

A trio of celebrations awaits this month, ranging from an arts-and-cocktails soiree early on to a celebration of Oktoberfest to a bluegrass brunch to beat the band. Kick off the journey to autumn with some September fun – here are some of the month’s best bets.

Wetlands Ordinance – Existing Bulkheads Generally Grandfathered

There has been a lot of information and misinformation being shared with community members, especially those who live along our waterways, as to what is permitted or not permitted based on the 2020 Virginia Wetlands law.

17 Year Old Arrested For Murder

FCPD Detectives from the Mount Vernon Police District arrested a 17-year-old suspect in a fatal shooting in a Woodlawn parking lot on Friday, Sept. 1.


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New Police Commander Urges Community Dialogue

“This is your police department.”

“It takes a lot to work in the Mount Vernon district,” Fairfax County police Captain Marc Mitchell told his audience at an Aug. 30 “Meet the Commander” gathering at the Sherwood Regional Library.

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Arlington Pug Remembered: Ode to Hokie

Singing a pug’s praises ….

Pug rescued


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Learning Outside the Classroom

Students raise funds to build schoolhouse in Africa.

School house

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Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Inmates

Educational certificates presented to 50 at Detention Center ceremony.

Inmates

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Lyles Takes Triple Crown

Alexandria sprinter makes history at World Championships.

Track star


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To the Rescue in Alexandria

Backpacks, books distributed to families in need.

Backpacks

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Last of the Mount Vernon Nights

Last of the Mount Vernon Nights

Virginia's Budget Breakthrough: Tax Relief and Educational Investments

Budget


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Butterflies Bring Cheer at Summer’s End

Butterflies

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Here Comes the Burke Centre Festival

Burke Festival