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Dr. Finley Celebrates 25th Anniversary in Herndon

Dr. Thomas P. Finley has announced the 25th anniversary in historic downtown Herndon, Dr. Finley’s Family Eyecare, Optometrists.

Young Northwest Federal CU Members Deposit $156K

Youngsters throughout Northern Virginia joined Northwest Federal Credit Union to celebrate National Credit Union Youth Week, an event designed to help area youth learn about money and the value of saving.

High School Graduates Receive Scholarships

Closet of Greater Herndon awards 12 scholarships.

The Closet of Greater Herndon recently awarded $15,000 in college scholarships to 12 high school graduates in ceremonies at five local high schools.

Widening Route 7

VDOT: Plans not finalized.

Construction to add another two lanes to seven miles of Route 7 could start by 2018.

Local Team Places Sixth in Odyssey of the Mind World Finals

Forestville Elementary’s Odyssey of the Mind team took home sixth place in the May World Finals competition.

Focusing on Financial Planning

Estate planning is a strategic process that pairs your ability to take care of your loved ones’ futures while at the same time taking care of yourself.

Just Another Day in Jail

Once again, the William G. Truesdale Detention Center in Alexandria provides the best housing and security for another alleged international terrorist.

New Deputy Chiefs at Police Department

Alexandria Police Chief Earl Cook has recently promoted Tammy Hooper and Dianne Gittins from the rank of Captain to Deputy Chief of Police, effective immediately.

City Seeks Public Comment on Renaming of Park

The City of Alexandria is seeking public comment on a proposal to rename 1 & 7 East Del Ray Avenue Pocket Park, located at the intersection of E. Del Ray and Commonwealth Avenues, the Judy Lowe Pocket Park.

Changing Climate In Richmond

THE GOVERNOR announced the new commission Tuesday in Virginia Beach on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, where the governor signed Executive Order 19, convening the Governor’s Climate Change and Resiliency Update Commission.

Arlington Police Report

The following incidents were reported by the Arlington Police Department.

Board Approves Woodstock Park Improvements

The Arlington County Board approved a $644,127 contract on June 17 to reposition and reconstruct the tot and youth playgrounds, and to rebuild the basketball court at Woodstock Park.

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Blitzkrieg Special Election for Arlington House Seat

Democrats to choose House of Delegates candidate this weekend.

Democrats are preparing for a lightning-fast special election this weekend, a caucus that will choose the party's candidate for the House of Delegates seat vacated by longtime Del. Bob Brink (D-46).

Gadson, Army Honored by Board of Supervisors

Gadson praised for strengthening relationship between Fairfax County and Fort Belvoir.

For his work in strengthening Fort Belvoir’s relationship with Fairfax County and for serving as a community leader, Colonel Gregory D. Gadson was honored with a proclamation from the Board of Supervisors as he departs Fort Belvoir on June 25.

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Friends of Richard Byrd Library Improve Community

The group was awarded at the 2014 Volunteer Fairfax Awards.

As president of the Friends of Richard Byrd Library, Springfield resident Christine Peterson spends countless hours, along with other volunteers in the group, working to ensure the library is effectively serving the community.