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Mercia Hobson

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Herndon Town Council Recognizes Retiring Police Officer

Lt. Michael "Mike" B. Berg retires after nearly 33 years of service.

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Rowan Tree Planted in Herndon

First women-focused coworking and cogrowth community in Virginia opens in Town of Herndon.

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Public Input Sought on Herndon-Reston Connector Bus Service

Multiple ways to participate and free ride coupons.

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Decision on Reston Density Deferred

Fairfax County Planning Commission defers decision on Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment, Density Provisions for the Reston PRC District.

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Restonians Speak Out on Density Increase

Voices pro and con at Planning Commission Public Hearing.

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Town of Herndon Holds Swearing-In Ceremony for Council

First Latino American and Nepalese American Town Councilmembers make history as they take the oath of office.

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GOP Committee Nominates Gregg Nelson for 86th District

Independent requests Fairfax County GOP Committee not to put a candidate forward.

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Herndon Home Receives Historic Structure Plaque

Tim Bonnett and Kimra Traynor home at 904 Elden Street recognized.

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Honoring Dr. King at Frying Pan Farm Park

History, cooperation and service events deemed successful.

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Celebrating Dr. King’s Birthday and His Message in Reston

Restonians remain committed to realizing Dr. King’s dreams.

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It’s Snow Fun in Herndon

First accumulation of the season brings work and play.

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Impacted? How to Survive the Shutdown

Dulles Regional Chamber presents panel to advise individuals and businesses.

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Local Resources for Individuals Impacted by Shutdown

No impact on job or clearances.

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Conquering ‘Mount Reston’

Weekend snowstorm offers work and play.

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Town of Herndon Deems House Concerts a Violation

Business or pleasure, where’s the line?

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‘Smiling to Everyone He Met’

Remembering Reston teen killed in hit and run; driver sought.

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Local Teens Commit to Humanitarian Aid Project

Seek to raise funds for Orphan Care Ethiopia.

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Annual Holiday Shoe Drive Benefits Students in Herndon

Supervisor John W. Foust brings the community together to show kindness and generosity.

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GRACE Presents ‘Mary B. Howard Invitational: Stretch’

Works by five artists in the community at five different career stages.

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New Year's Resolutions in Reston

One Goal, One Number, This Year

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Dulles Toll Rates Increase Jan. 1

Primarily use is for financing Phase 2 of the Silver Line construction project.

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Democrats May Call Firehouse Primary for 86th District Seat

Four contenders lineup ready to vie for the possible vacancy.

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‘We Are All Kids at Heart’ in Herndon

Scaled-down train replicas lure viewers to the Herndon Holiday Model Train Show and Caboose/Depot Open House.

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County Supervisors to Move Forward with Reston PRC Hearings

Public Hearing for the Planning Commission is Jan. 23 and the Public Hearing for Board of Supervisors is March 5, 2019.

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Downtown Herndon Redevelopment to Move Forward

Doug Day, 37-year town employee, receives Certificate of Appreciation.

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Wreaths Across America Honors Herndon-Area Veterans

‘Each wreath is a gift of appreciation,’ said Carol Wright.

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Much-Loved Reston Assistant Children's Librarian Retires

‘It was storytelling, not story reading,’ said Marcia Wines, Assistant Children’s Librarian at Reston Regional Library

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Santa, Stars, & S’mores in Herndon

Low key, local holiday magic at Runnymede Park.

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Fundraiser to Support Fellowship Square in Reston

Event raises awareness and $5,000 to benefit underprivileged seniors.

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New Grocery Store Opens in Herndon

“A welcome far beyond what I expected” —Alvin Lee, President, Lotte Market.

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‘Christmas at the Farm’ in Herndon

Santa and friends make little ones smile at Frying Pan Park.

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Board The Starlight Express at Lake Fairfax

It’s a magical winter light show and more.

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Jingle on the Lake 2018 in Reston

Santa comes through for the children.

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A Tale of Two Actions in Reston by Board of Supervisors

Nov. 19: authorization sought to increase density in Reston's PRC; Nov. 20: Approval received for new, lower-density project in Reston's PRC.

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Herndon Arts and Crafts Show a Hit

Santa, Stars & S’mores is this weekend.

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Leading by Example in Great Falls

Boy inspires others to be kind and socially conscious.

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Sights and Sounds of Reston Holiday

Reston parade nominated for the third year in a row as one of "USA Today's" Best Holiday Parades.

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