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Mercia Hobson

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The Arts are ON in Herndon

Arts district, venues and events offer boundless opportunities.

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Reston Celebrates ‘Flavors of Fall’

Family-friendly festival features craft beers, ciders and local cuisines.

Howard David ‘Uncle Dave’ Jay Dies

Career architect, 2014 recipient of the 'Charging Buffalo Award' and 'loved by thousands.'

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Mile 20 Celebrates Opening in Herndon

New craft beer and cider bar is a destination of distinction.

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Herndon Holds Bark Bash & Pooch Parade

It's enough to make you want to roll over and laugh.

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Fairfax County Urges Public to ‘Make the Call’

“Stop domestic violence and sexual assault for your friend, your neighbor, yourself.”

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‘Runway to the Cure’ Held at Reston Town Center

Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

‘Other People Make Me a Senior’

Locals speak out on senior wellbeing in the community.

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Mile 20 to Open Oct. 6 in Herndon

A Craft Beer and Cider Bar Destination of Distinction features an extensive tap list and full meal options in one place.

Herndon Town Councilmember Faces Civil Suit

Grace Wolf Cunningham sued for Malicious Prosecution by three Herndon Town Council candidates; $150,000 sought in damages.

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A Reflection of Fairfax County's 50+ Community Action Plan

Provided by Donna Lopez, Assistant Director at the Herndon Senior Center, Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services

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Vision Plan Draft for Downtown McLean Unveiled

Plan reflects community input; next meeting on Nov. 8.

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Town of Herndon Rallies in Pride

Herndon High School Homecoming Parade 2018, more than a marching band, prom court and floats.

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Walk to End Alzheimer’s Held in Reston

Families and friends take the first step to a world without Alzheimer's.

Obituary: Frank A. de la Fe Dies

Served as Fairfax County Planning Commissioner, Hunter Mill District.

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Reston Celebrates 18th Multicultural Festival

The Naturalization Ceremony makes the Multicultural Festival especially meaningful.

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Aslin Beer Co. Holds 3rd Anniversary Party in Herndon

Owners anticipate opening the Aslin Tasting Room on Elden Street in 6-8 months.

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Herndon Downtown Site Plan Submitted

Final steps near as the Town and Comstock come closer on the sale of the property.

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Town of Herndon Honors POWs and MIAs

Tribute to service men and women who have not returned home.

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Hurricane Horses Find Refuge in Herndon

Collaborative initiative provides temporary homes at Frying Pan Park.

Reston’s Cornerstones Purchases Its 58th Unit

Reston Town Center to be home to a single mom and two children.

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Toxic Microcystis Remains on Reston’s Lake Audubon

What you don’t know can harm you.

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Apparent Double Murder-Suicide in Herndon

Mother who allegedly killed her two sons was an attorney who represented victims of abuse.

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Helping Create Lives Free of Diabetes and Its Struggles

The American Diabetes Association 2018 Tour de Cure: NOVA in Reston, reaching team fundraising goals, one person at a time.

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Is Reston's Environment Improving?

Cats, light pollution, stream sediment and educational programs discussed at ‘Assessing the Environmental Quality of a Place Called Reston.’

A ‘March Madness’ of Reading Continues in Fairfax County

Reston Regional Library part of PBS’ ‘The Great American Read.’

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‘Daingerfield Island’ at Reston Bookstore

Fairfax County author and Virginia prosecutor brings book tour to Scrawl Books.

Police Officer Charged in Infant Daughter's Death

Suspect turns himself in; no longer employed by FCPD.

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Celebrating Everything Summer in Reston

Performance by Chris Vadala with the Rick Whitehead Trio concludes the 'Summerbration' season.

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A Night of Magic for Children Receiving Treatment

Event includes a $10,000 donation to Inova Cares Clinic for Children.

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Reston Town Center Pavilion Transforms into an Urban Off-Leash Dog Park

Dog Days of Summer provides exercise and socialization for Fidos and their owners.

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Super Heroes Splash and Dash in Reston

Aquathlon draws 150 participants as it raises funds for ‘Kids Helping Kids.’

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Science Fiction, Fact and Fantasy Collide in GRACE Exhibit in Reston

‘Building Worlds’ features works by regional contemporary painters, sculptors, and interdisciplinary artists.

Viewpoints About Reston Experience: Places, Events, Concerns

New and longtime residents in Reston share their viewpoints about places, events and happenings.

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There’s Always Something to Discover in Herndon

Difference between the Town of Herndon and unincorporated Herndon.

Local Historian, Educator and Advocate Dies at 92

Margaret C. Peck helped save the Sully Historic Site

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Reston Hospital Center Honored

Center receives the Healthgrades 2018 Labor and Delivery Excellence Award

Reston Hospital Center at 1850 Town Center Parkway in Reston is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2018 Labor and Delivery Excellence Award for superior care of women during and after childbirth.

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Herndon Man Wins Virginia Lottery’s Ford Expedition Plus $100K Game.

The Herndon man scratched to win the top prize in the Virginia Lottery’s Ford Expedition Plus $100K game.

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Crazy Fun at the Lake Anne Cardboard Boat Regatta

Proceeds benefit the Reston Historic Trust & Museum.

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Herndon Celebrates National Farmers Market Week

Farmers Markets benefit economy, communities and environment.