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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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Northern Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Presented

Local police and special law enforcement agencies awarded for best traffic safety programs in the state.

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What’s on the Horizon for Herndon

Reflections: The future of the Town of Herndon and unincorporated Herndon.

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Two Days of Canvassing for Gender Equality

Volunteers knock on thousands of doors, urging voters to go blue in November.

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‘I'll be There For You’ at McNair Elementary

Welcoming parents and Kindergarteners to sixth graders back to school.

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Children Shop with the Sheriff

Pride and positive interaction with law enforcement as students get needed gear.

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Suicide and Trauma Sound Alarm for First Responders

Fairfax County Chief of Police takes action to relieve stress and encourage officers to ask for help when needed.

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Imposing Art in Herndon, Humble Reston Artist

After nearly 50 years, a light shines on the artist and his works.

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Looking Cool for School in Herndon and Reston

Salon gives free haircuts to local students.

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Art Studio Opens in Herndon

Offers works of art, artistic social gatherings and classes.

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Town of Herndon Celebrates National Night Out

Herndon Police strengthen partnerships with the community.

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Selecting a New Life for Historic Ellmore Farmhouse

Park Authority welcomes comments on curator applications.

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From the Field to the Universe

Herndon High athlete turned sci-fi author.

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Wanted by the FBI

Suspected serial bank robber hits Herndon, again.

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Youth-powered Community

In Fairfax County’s 71st 4-H Fair and Carnival, community’s young people shine.

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Court Rules On Herndon House Concert Events

Fairfax County Circuit Court reverses the Town of Herndon’s BZA decision.

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Coffee Roaster Brews Community Support in Herndon

Patrons amp up with a cup of joe or two for RecycleLife at Weird Brothers Coffee.

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Stewards of the Land in Herndon

Virginia Conservation Assistance Program changes the landscape and more at Herndon Friends Meeting House.

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Free Concerts Build Community in Herndon

Music at Arrowbrook Park Concert Series kicks off.

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Pride of Herndon Honors D-Day Heroes

Herndon High Marching Band sees the war through the eyes of the 'greatest generation.'

Herndon and D-Day

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A Home of Their Own – Part I: Preserving Decent and Affordable Housing in Herndon

Corporate funds sought to support program needs.

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Seven Good Men Go Missing in Herndon

Wanted: Lost mayors of Herndon.

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Free Food and BBQ Lunches

Programs provide consistent access to adequate food.

For some households in the community, summer vacation can mean food insecurity, as consistent access to adequate food is limited by a lack of money and other resources.

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Environmental Change Through Youth Games and Activities

Fifth Annual Fairfax County Environmental Education Conference held.

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