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Mike Salmon

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The Beat Goes on with "Daddy-O” Art Show

Workhouse Art Center’s show culminates with bongo and guitars on March 18.

Art at the Workhouse

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On the Case: Bring FBI Headquarters to Springfield

Gathering highlights a strong argument for the site near the Springfield Metro station.

FBI Headquarters

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Area Transportation Projects Are Focus of Chamber Meeting

Four projects planned for southern Fairfax County corridor.

Chamber meeting

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Federal Property Up For Sale in Franconia

Past soil contaminations may require extensive efforts.

Real Estate

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Valentine’s Day Is Short on Planning Ahead

Last Minute Valentine’s orders are par for the course in Mount Vernon

Valentine's Day Planning

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Bunnyman Brewery To Open at Workhouse

Business model hopes to attract customers for art and local brew.

Brewery planned

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Bulldozers Roll for New Government Complex in Franconia

When completed, there will be several entities in one location.

Ground clearing

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Group Discussion Highlights Possible Remedies to Lee Chapel Road

Conference call with county, state and school officials, father of an accident victim and other parents.

Crash conference call

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Rumor Mill is Alive and Well in Springfield Plaza

Stores swapping locations and upgrades underway.

Business improvement

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WETA Cameras Rolling in Three Mount Vernon Neighborhoods

Show highlights homes while the touring team guesses the selling price.

Real Estate Show

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Local Park and Rec Center Renamed

Lee District Park sheds the connection with the Confederates.

Park name change

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Speed a Factor in the Fatal Crash on Lee Chapel Road

Police release more information after further investigation.

Crash investigation

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Fatal Crash on Lee Chapel Road Claims Two Students’ Lives

Steep hills are no stranger to fatalities in Fairfax Station.

Fatal crash in Fairfax Station

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Rock Art Show Splashes Color in Mount Vernon

Nepenthe Gallery is hosting famous artworks from the Scooby Doo and Yellow Submarine days.

Beatles Art

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Mount Vernon Sees a Lot in 2022

A few noteworthy events are a sample of the community growth.

2022 in Review

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Horses and Cows Were Common around Mount Vernon

The Gazette was delivered on horseback at one point.

Horses

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Traffic Safety Under the Microscope Once Again

Lusk’s Virtual Town Hall Meeting brings out VDOT, police

Traffic Meeting

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Plants and Animals Center the Stage at Huntley Meadows

Park photo contest reveals the variety of species in this county park.

Photo Show

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Kids Are Stars of Lego Discovery Center Groundbreaking

The new Lego Discovery Center will open next summer in Springfield.

Lego Discovery Center

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Fairfax County Park Authority Changes, Additions

Changes to enhance the gold standard they earned five times in the past.

Park staff changes

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Mount Vernon Rec Center Renovations Already Impacting Users

Furniture removal irks some; big changes on their way.

Mt. Vernon Rec Center

Murder Suspect Lead to a Police Chase in Mount Vernon

Arrest was made in the Eisenhower Valley off Picket Street.

Shooting leads to chase

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Fatal Shooting in Hybla Valley on Monday Night

Neighbors found victim on the sidewalk on Audubon Avenue.

Shooting in Hybla Valley

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Family Roots Fuel Fermentation in Mount Vernon

Woodlawn Press Winery entrepreneurs do it all on site.

Family Wine Business

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I-66 Express Lanes Open out to Gainesville

Officials cut ribbon on the $3.7 billion express lanes project where tolls and carpooling are part of the picture.

Express lanes

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Torpedo Factory Artists Take Their Works On the Road in Alexandria

Show at Mark Center is one of many planned for other parts of Alexandria.

Art Show

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Local Jazz Artist Wows Crowds

Worldwide and at Laporta’s on Duke Street

Jazz singer

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Candlelight Tour Highlights George Washington’s Christmas in Mount Vernon

The setting is Christmas time in 1772.

Mount Vernon tour

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The Dixie Pig Aura Lives On

A booth from the old restaurant has found a home in Winchester.

Dixie Pig

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Batten Down the Hatches for the Top Boat Names in 2022

Boat US Releases the top boat names to shiver me timbers

Boat Names

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America Recycles Day, Reminder that Recycling Is Forever

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

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Dogs and Cats Keep Them Busy at the Mount Vernon Animal Hospital

Pets are an important part of the family.

Vet business

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Roadside Marketing Efforts Rampant on Richmond Highway

Some say it is unsightly.

Roadside signs

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Burke Veteran Inspired by Recent Mail Call

Honor Flight artwork makes up display at South Run Rec Center.

Veterans Day

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Huntley Meadows Haunted by Car Burglaries

Increased lighting and police patrols are on the suggestion list.

Car Burglaries

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Garage Construction Dominates Central Springfield

Multiple uses planned for the Springfield Community Business Center Commuter Parking Garage.

Springfield project

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If It Quacks Like A Duck….in Springfield

Duck Donuts opens in Springfield to an cheerful morning crowd.

Donut shop

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Local Band’s First Music Video Filmed on a DC Rooftop

”Running To You,” is complete, click the link at the end of the story.

https://youtu.be/wRj43NeO3JE

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Tour de Mount Vernon Explores Mount Vernon Sites

Annual bike ride gets more riders each year.

Tour de Mount Vernon

Wheelchair Athletes Fit in Community Sports

Conference looks at inclusive sports with the parks and recreation leaders in mind.

Wheelchair meeting

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Local Deli’s Sandwich List Resembles the Old Ball Coach’s Playbook

Washington football stars go down in Franconia Deli history.

Football-themed sandwiches

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A New Springfield Discussed at Chamber Meeting in Mount Vernon

New elements around the town center will bring needed economic development.

New Springfield discussed

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Historic Huntley has Secrets for the Trained Eye and Ears in Mount Vernon

Lesser visited Mount Vernon site offers special view of the Hybla Valley.

Historic Huntley

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Community Shopping Area Adorned by New Parklet

All sorts of possibilities for colorful space in the Mount Vernon Plaza shopping center.

New Parklet

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Pedestrian Fatality in Familiar Spot along Richmond Highway in Mount Vernon

County roads continue to be hazardous for pedestrians.

Pedestrian Hazards

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Off-The-Beaten-Path Is Cervantes Secret in south Springfield

Artisan coffees accent the Central American theme with an industrial look.

Cervantes Coffee

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Dam Awareness Rises in Hurricane Season

Dams in Fairfax County are under the regulator’s magnifying glass.

Dams in Fairfax County

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Storm Flooding Is Not Only a Risk for Coastal Areas

Homeowners everywhere eye flood insurance; measures to protect inland boats also recommended.

Floods