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Clifton Day Festival 2024: Magical Moments

Clifton Day Festival 2024

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9/11 Ceremony in Great Falls

Honoring and remembering those who perished.

Honoring and remembering those who perished.

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Help with Affordable Housing in Herndon?

Possible path for new affordable and accessible housing in the Town of Herndon

Fairfax County stands ready to assist, Bierman says.

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Coat Donations Needed Now

2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away

2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away

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Jury Convicts Former Officer In Death of Unarmed Suspect

Guilty of reckless handling of firearm; not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

On Friday, Oct. 4, a jury made up of eight women and four men convicted former FCPD Sergeant Wesley Shifflett, 36, of reckless handling of a firearm, related to the shooting death of Timothy McCree Johnson, 37, on February 22, 2023. The jury found him not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

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Supervisors Honor Karla Bruce

One Fairfax Policy: Former Chief Equity Officer has 25 years of impactful service.

Karla Bruce honored

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Walker Road Bridge Replacement Coming

Safety concerns on the bridge approaches and road speed?

Safety concerns on the bridge approaches and road speed?

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Historical Marker Unveiled and Dedicated

Celebrates the legacy of Robert Gunnell and Gunnell’s Chapel.

Celebrates the legacy of Robert Gunnell and Gunnell’s Chapel.

Don’t Miss It, Great Falls Oktoberfest this Friday

Benefits Cornerstones and Great Falls Grange Foundation

The Great Falls Grange Foundation and the Rotary Club of Great Falls will present the Great Falls Oktoberfest on Friday, October 4, from 6 to 10 p.m.

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Irish Folk Festival Comes to Arts Herndon

Vibrant Irish culture, music and dance at 27th Annual CCÉ O'Neill Malcom Irish Folk Festival

Vibrant Irish culture, music and dance at 27th Annual CCÉ O'Neill Malcom Irish Folk Festival

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