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Mercia Hobson

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Hunkered Down to Opening Up in Virginia

Northern Virginia leaders urge regional approach to reopening state.

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Northern Virginia Reopening Should Occur When Metrics Met

Regional mayors and chairs send letter to Gov. Northam.

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Col. ‘Bob’ Honored in Herndon on 100th Birthday

Drive-by birthday parade for centenarian, retired fighter pilot Col. Robert A. Shawn.

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‘Don't Forget About Us’ in Fairfax County

County supervisors hold public budget hearings.

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Kicking Off National Nurses Week and Hospital Week 2020 in Reston

A ground and air salute to healthcare workers at Reston Hospital Center.

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Herndon Cares, Deliciously

First Baptist Church of Herndon spearheads a new program.

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Mourning the Passing of Darryl “Smitty” C. Smith, Sr.

Herndon and Purcellville Police Departments say goodbye to the man with a big heart.

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'Fair Winds and Following Seas'

Presentation and drive-by parade held for Commander Franco Neto, United States Navy, Retired.

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Gourmet Food for Front-Line Fighters in Reston

Pica Deli stands up against COVID-19.

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Reston Hospital ER: Safe Place to Receive Care

Fear of COVID prevents heart attack and stroke patients from going to the ER.

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Restaurant Rolls Out Local Chefs Market in Reston

Fresh groceries offered at McCormick and Schmick’s.

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Fairfax County’s Sparse Budget Proposal

Supervisor Alcorn holds the second budget town hall.

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Bracing for Fairfax County’s Revised Budget Proposal

Supervisor John Foust presents a virtual town hall.

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Who Earned the F in Best Practices?

Distance Learning goes awry for FCPS.

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Covering Fairfax County Concerns

Twitter Q & A with Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

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Herndon Sci-Fi and Fantasy Author Wins International Contest

It's 'The Voice' for amateur writers.

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Tapping Into Kindness in Herndon and Reston

SLHS PTSA Food Pantry distributes to its students and their families.

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Revised Fairfax County Budget Reflects Pandemic Realities

County's updated budget proposal strikes millions in planned disbursements.

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Fairfax County Schools Pivot to Distance Learning

Students, parents, teachers, administrators, school board members reflect on new realities.

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Mobilizing Differently for Food for Neighbors in Herndon

Fill a Virtual Red Bag, it transforms to real food.

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Coalition to Fairfax County: Reduce Number of Inmates

County responds to NOVA Equity Agenda Coalition initiative.

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Lacking Face Masks and Face Shields

Doing their part during PPE supply shortages.

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The Signboard in Herndon

Stay home, wash up, social distance, and mask up.

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Going on a Bear Hunt During COVID-19 in Herndon

But, there's barely any bears!

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Amazon Gives $1 Million Locally to Fight the Impact of COVID-19

The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Awards Block Grants.

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It’s Demo Time in Reston

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Station 25 comes down.

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Plan C For Bride and Groom in Herndon

Life and love amid coronavirus.

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Helping as Many as They Can in Herndon

Food for Neighbors revamps to offer drive-thru and walk-up distribution.

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Arts Herndon Calls for Rainbows of Hope During Pandemic

A sidewalk in the U.K. with a child's chalk drawing is the inspiration.

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Forty Units Strong in Vienna

Cunningham Park Elementary Love Parade is a mobile greeting card of support.

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Coronavirus in Reston

Precautions against possible exposure taken at the U.S. Geological Survey JW Powell Building.

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Viewpoints: Navigating COVID-19

From an elderly man to a state senator.

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Under the Shadow of COVID-19

Hospital, ministry, charity, and funeral home respond to the new reality.

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Global to Local: Coronavirus Defines Us

Week Two 03/15-03/21– feeding children is priority for FCPS.

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Opinion: Commentary: ‘Our Priority Is to Save Lives’

Governor Northam orders statewide closure of certain non-essential businesses: all public and private schools K-12 closed for the rest of the academic year.

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Small Acts of Kindness in Herndon: Won't You Be My Neighbor?

Five individuals receive Town of Herndon Good Neighbor Award.

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Coronavirus in Reston

Precautions against possible exposure taken at the U.S. Geological Survey JW Powell Building.

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Fairfax County Supervisors Approve Issuance of Declaration of Emergency

Resolution empowers County Executive to make decisions.

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Global to Local: This Is Not a Test

Week one: 03/09-03/15: COVID-19 pandemic hits the area.

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Reston Updates – Releases & Alerts

Lucky Leprechaun 5k postponed to June 14.

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Reston Hospital Center Designated Level II Trauma Center

Crashes to gunshot wounds: Trained staff and equipment have you covered 24/7.

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Shape, Line, Color and Texture Come Together in Reston

Reston jeweler and artist Sandra Dovberg.

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2020 Hunter Mill District Paving and Restriping

Pedestrians, cyclists, drivers voice concern over road conditions.

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Saying Goodbye to Herndon High Gym

Hornets’ Sports Boosters held a Goodbye Gym Party Saturday, March 7.

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Celebrating Women’s History Month 2020 in Fairfax County

Fairfax County Commission for Women honors “Valiant Women of the Vote.”

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“Invest in Fairfax,” Says Grassroots Coalition

Reaction to County Executive’s FY21 Advertised Budget

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