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Herndon Eagle Scout Candidate Completes Service Project

Former Pharmacy Is Turned into a Pickleball Palace

Vacancy becomes vibrant activity site in Fairfax City.

The Lamb Center Needs Food Donations

Lake Braddock Senior Spent the Summer as a Marine, Sort of

Young Marines is the organization of choice for Abigail Keith.

Scooter Safety Under the Microscope

This transportation option is popular in urban and college atmospheres.

Smiles all Around at the Mount Vernon Pet Event

Renovations Complete at ALIVE! House

HomeAid gives new life to transitional housing.

ALIVE house

Increasing Access to African American Collections

Alexandria Black History Museum receives Institute of Museum and Library Services Grant

Fort Hunt as WWII POW Camp Captures Alexandria’s Interest

This story by Christopher Ulrich appeared in August, 1985

Route 28 and Route 29 Interchange Ramps Nighttime Closures

July 31, Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8; detours in place during ramp paving.

Weather permitting, the Route 28 (Sully Road/Centreville Road) and Route 29 interchange ramps will have nighttime closures Wednesday night, July 31; Thursday night, Aug. 1 and Sunday night, Aug. 4 through Thursday night, Aug. 8 between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. each night for paving, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

12.5 Percent Fare Hike Hits Fairfax Connector Riders July 29

On Monday, July 29, fare increases for riding the Fairfax Connector began. Riders will pay 12.5 percent more.

Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison

Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.

Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.

Fairfax County Expands Eligibility for Homeownership Program

On Tuesday, July 16, the Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the county’s Comprehensive Plan aimed at expanding affordable home ownership opportunities.

Fairfax County's Thriving Business Scene

New openings and community impact.

Fairfax County has seen a wave of new businesses opening their doors in recent months, each bringing unique offerings and vibrant energy to the community.

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