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Mercia Hobson

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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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Townhouses Become a Community in Herndon

One woman's contributions makes a difference.

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Never Say Never; Elvis Lives Another Year in Herndon!

Suzanne Eaton Christmas Trees return.

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Reston Community Gala Celebrated

YMCA Fairfax County-Reston hosts 19th annual gala in its renovated space.

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New Herndon Giant Opens

Donates $5,000 to local charitable organizations and Fairfax County Fire & Rescue and Police Departments.

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Is Your American Flag Worn?

Reston, Herndon and Fairfax County offer collection drop boxes for unserviceable flags.

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First Latino, Nepali Herndon Town Council Members Elected

Mayor Lisa C. Merkel re-elected; voters oust three-term Councilmember Grace Cunningham.

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Veterans Honored in Herndon

American Legion Post 184 Herndon/Reston holds Veterans Day Observance.

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Winter Fun Begins at Reston Town Center

Decorations, ice skating and some free parking during the holidays.

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Bill Bouie Tells All in Reston

Reston Historic Trust & Museum hosts Bouie's presentation, ‘The History of Reston Sports, Pioneers, Players and Playing Fields.’

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Who Will Pay Credit Card Fees in Reston?

Comments on proposal that could increase payments by $5 per family sought at public hearing.

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Concert Series Continues at Frying Pan Farm Park

Perfect marriage of venue and genre.

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Reston Voters Hit the Polls

Midterm Election draws crowds and viewpoints.

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Holding Fast to the Tree of Life

Reston, Herndon communities of faith respond to deadly anti-semitic attack in Pittsburgh.

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Herndon Voters Head to the Polls

Midterm Election draws crowds and viewpoints.

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Halloween Spooktaculars Held in Reston

Trails of treats in the dark, zoo animals, goodies and jack o’lantern mania amp up holiday fun.

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Harvest Festival Held at Lake Anne Plaza

Event celebrates the plaza's special, independently owned establishments.

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Underwater Marine Life Re-imagined at Floris Elementary

Students, Artist-in-Residence create a mural of underwater marine life.

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New Business Leases Historic Herndon Property

Elden Street Tea Shop to open on Pine Street.

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A Spooktacular Evening in Herndon

Herndon Parks and Recreation holds Halloween fun event.

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All Things Pumpkin Rule at the Reston Farm Market

Legendary site offers time-honored traditions and memory making.

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Chamber Hosts ‘Meet & Greet the Herndon Candidates’

Final countdown to Election Day 2018.

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Herndon Heritage Preservation Revisited

New district guidelines are long-awaited and much in need.

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Motorcycle Rodeo Champion

Herndon's own Sgt. Bobby Galpin sweeps Mid-Atlantic Police Motorcycle Rodeo competition.