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Mercia Hobson

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Two Herndon Schools Shine in Virginia Science Bowl®

Rachel Carson Middle School places first; Floris Elementary finishes fourth.

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East Spring Street Widening Discussed in Herndon

Last chance for citizens' comments is March 19, 2018.

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Ice Breaker 5K Race Held in Herndon

Martin Calhoun finishes first with a time of 19/21.7.

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USS Herndon Artifacts Come Home

Son donates father’s memorabilia for display in the Herndon Depot Museum.

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Baby Lambs Born at Frying Pan Farm

High winds pound the area, downing trees and power lines, but life continues.

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Nunu’s Thai Dishes Opens in Herndon

The “New Kid in Town” opens with high expectations.

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Cornerstones in Reston’s American Citizenship Class Helps Rebuild Lives

Immigrants and refugees gain control of their futures by becoming U.S. citizens.

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Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) Opens Satellite Gallery

Innovative new space at Signature in Reston Town Center features local artist Craig Moran.

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Winds Wreak Havoc in Reston Area

Reston Association estimates it will be at least a month before tree cleanup is completed.

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Are Lines of Understanding Replacing Battleground Lines in Reston?

Clock momentarily pauses for the proposed Reston Planned Residential Community (PRC) Zoning Ordinance.

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Fun with No Commute in Herndon, Oak Hill

Music, arts, theatre events flourish in the Town of Herndon and Oak Hill.

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Public Hearing on Herndon’s East Spring Street Widening

Meeting is Thursday, March 8 at the Herndon Community Center.

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Kiddar Capital Acquires Herndon Property

The property is on the landing site of the new Silver Line Station.

Fulkerson to Leave CEO Position at Reston Association

Will act in a special advisory role effective March 1, 2018.

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Fairfax County Police Launch Body Worn Camera Pilot Program

Training and rollout began Feb. 19 in Mount Vernon, Mason, and Reston districts.

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Leidos to Expand in Reston Town Center

Fortune 500 Company takes the last office space in Reston’s urban core.

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Body Worn Camera Pilot Program Launched in Fairfax County

Training and rollout beginning Monday, Feb. 19 in the Reston, Mason, and Mount Vernon districts.

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A Must-See Show in Herndon to Fire the Soul

Herndon High School's Cabaret "Back To Broadway 2018" is Friday and Saturday, Feb. 23-24.

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Maker Faire NoVa is Coming Back Bigger & Better

So what's your interest?

Reston Candidates' Forums Coming Up the Last Week in February

Reston Association Board Election

South Lakes High Students Win Art Awards

The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers recognizes their talents.

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Preserving Local Historic Sites

Applications for Herndon's Historic Ellmore Farmhouse under administrative review.

Alternative Options Sought for Herndon Arts Center Operation

Consultant recommends Town move forward with neither submitted proposal accepted.

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Reston Teen Shines at Winter Olympics

Maame Biney, 18, of South Lakes High School makes quarterfinals.

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Herndon Students Named Among Most Creative

The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers recognized powerful and innovative works.

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‘Party in Paris’ Held in Herndon

Herndon Parks and Recreation Department offers an enchanted evening at their "Father Daughter Dance."

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Jimmy's Old Town Tavern Expands in Herndon

Herndon institution opens Buffalo Wing and Beer Garden.

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Herndon Village Network To Present A Valentine Tea

Proceeds will benefit the operation of the organization.

Herndon Rotary Club to Honor Reston Resident Susan Ungerer

Tickets available for the 52nd Annual Recognition Banquet.

Reston Association Announces Board Candidates

The who, what, where, when, and how as 13 individuals vie for four seats of the RA Board of Directors.

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Reston’s African American History Explored

Rev. LaVerne Gill’s book profiles individuals who went through the struggles of early Reston and still love it and believe in it.

Sunset Hills Realignment Alternative Recommended

Board of Supervisors Public Hearing scheduled for March 6.

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Reston Camp Expo Draws Nearly 500 People

Local area families flock to Reston Community Center to find out-of-school and summer camps for children, youth, and teens.

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Nominations Sought for Herndon Volunteer Appreciation Awards

Three Award Categories offered; nominations close March 2, 2018.

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Red Kimono Opens in Downtown Herndon

Restaurant offers authentic Japanese & Korean food and features top-notch head sushi chef.

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‘The Color Orange’ in Reston Promotes Understanding and Friendship

A different way to look at race, racism, and ways we can get along.

Researching Lost Towns of Fairfax County

Herndon Historical Society looks at what happened to Colchester, Matildaville, and Wiehle.

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Supporting Second Story

Love Herndon Virginia and Jade Philanthropy Society organize and participate in the service opportunity.

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Neighbors Frustrated with High School Students Parking in Herndon

Solution approved, but is it enough?

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Reston Community Keeps the Promise

Reston Community Center kicks off the 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr., Birthday Celebration with a multitude of volunteer opportunities.

Activism in Action in Reston

Tamika D. Mallory delivers the Keynote Speech at the 33rd annual Reston, Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration.

Tamika D. Mallory, a fiery activist for social justice, champion of the Civil Rights Movement, and one of four co-chairs for the Women's March on Washington was the Keynote Speaker for 33rd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration held on Jan. 15, 2018, at CenterStage, located in Fairfax County's Reston Community Center (RCC) at the Hunters Woods Village Center, Reston.