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Leaving on a High Note: 31-Year Joy Ride

Sharon Bulova, Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, retires.

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Wreaths Across America at Chestnut Grove Cemetery in Herndon

Regional groups band together to honor and remember heroes.

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Herndon WinterMarkt Debuts to Crowds

Family-focused event draws more than 7,400 merrymakers.

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Environmental Priorities for Virginia

Virginia Conservation Network Hosts 2019 General Assembly Preview.

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New Heritage Preservation Guidelines Drafted in Herndon

Town Council holds special work session.

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Herndon on a Holiday High

Tweens tell their real wishes for the season.

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Herndon Family Escapes Fire

Two-story home engulfed in flames.

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Fairfax Connector Bus Strike Ends

Workers reserve right to walk off again if negotiations fail.

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Local Book Launch for One of the World’s Bestselling Authors

New thriller hits Herndon first at Herndon Middle School.

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‘The Greatest Humanitarian Crisis in the World’

Kicking off Blanket & Coat Drive for Syrian Refugees 2019

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First National Suffragist Memorial Breaks Ground

Site in Lorton to mark women’s struggle for right to vote.

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'Scouting for Food' in the Fight Against Hunger in Herndon Area

Community and local business support efforts of Cub Scout Pack #157.

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No Dress Code for STEAM Jobs

Teen author pricks young students' interest in Sciences and Arts.

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Horses Heal and Teach Life Skills

Equestrian program touches everyone involved.

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Reducing Veteran Isolation and Loneliness

Pilot program expands to Herndon-Reston.

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Two Veterans Still Serve

One through Post 184, the other through Semper K9.

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Herndon’s First-ever Downtown Community Yard Sale

Clutter turns prized possessions.

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Happy 100th Birthday to Maryana Gillette James of Herndon

Good life involves God, family, church and chocolate.

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Hope and Hospitality in a Positive Environment in Falls Church

Ribbon-cutting for the new Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing.

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Herndon Town Council Holds Community Roundtable

Sparks of new concern amidst routine reassurances.

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It’s a Pumpkin Palooza – Outdoor Fun for Everyone in Herndon

All things pumpkin squash it.

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Affordable Housing Options in the Town of Herndon

Local jurisdiction wrestles with the next step.

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Celebrating Visionary Contribution in Fairfax County

ARTSFairfax 2019 Arts Awards

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2019 Herndon Homecoming Parade, ‘Into the Future’

Parade combines school pride with town’s special culture.

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A Jewel With Uncomfortable Truths in Herndon

Cast reactions to staged reading of ‘Herndon Town,’ part of 2019 Herndon Arts Week.

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Herndon Community Roundtable Scheduled

Town Councilmembers want to hear from citizens, again.

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No More Curbside Pickup for Glass in Northern Virginia

Residents will have to take their glass bottles and jars to a purple bin.

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Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Stations Host 2019 Open House

Plan and practice your fire escape.

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Building Community that Works for Everyone

Maj. Gen. Carl H. McNair Jr. receives community leadership award.

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Sprouts Farmers Market Arrives in Herndon

Customers swarm the store, the first in Virginia.

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NatureFest 2019: Interactive and Immersive

Nature surprises in an oasis of wilderness.

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Recognition for Herndon Residence

Society approves structure for its Historic Homes Registry Program.

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Herndon-area Nonprofit Improves Lives

Grant award helps assist the most vulnerable immigrants in our community.

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Herndon Recognizes Youth Advisory Councilmember

Young adult with autism drives community change.

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Fairfax County Candidates Speak Out at Forum

Vying for county chairman and at large school board member.

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What’s Car-Loving NOVA To Do?

Not more lanes, not more tolls.

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Major Incidents in the Town of Herndon

Police report three robberies, an assault and a burglary.

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Recognized for 130 Brave and Spectacular Years in Herndon

Herndon Fortnightly Club continues to do work that really matters.

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ARTSFAIRFAX Names Arts Awards Honorees

Awards recognize professional theatre company in Herndon.

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Herndon Town Council Recognizes Green Lizard Cycling

‘The Lizard’ partners for betterment of the community.

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Area Activists Demand: ‘Defund Hate’

Congress resumes, local protestors stand with immigrants.

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Humanoid Robot Shakes Things Up

Too short for the teller line, Pepper converses across generations.

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ARTSFAIRFAX Awards $396,703 to 37 County Organizations

Opens local doors for artistic expression.

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Not Your Father's Car, Maybe, in Herndon

Herndon Rotary Car Show returns for its 19th year.

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Herndon’s Labor Day Festival

Small-town vibe, awesome music and a splash of wine & craft beer tastings.

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Hiring On for Town of Herndon

Thirty positions open, some with 'Sign-on Incentive Packages.'

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Gunfire Exchange in the Town of Herndon

Two suspects in custody following officer-involved shooting.

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