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Mike Salmon

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Mount Air Estate Housed Yankees, Rebels and Railroad Builders

The first of three articles exploring historic Telegraph Road in southern Fairfax County.

Telegraph Road

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‘Big Ideas’ Sought for Occoquan Park

Additional land open for a park element that would attract tourism.

Occoquan Park

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Neon Green Creek Waters Alarm Mount Vernon Residents

Friends of Dyke Marsh were quick to respond.

Dyke Marsh

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Mount Vernon Restaurants are Adapting

Carry out and delivery continue.

Dining Restrictions

Electricity Blamed for Many House Fires in Fairfax County

Safety precautions can be taken before tragedy strikes.

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Virginia House Passes Bike, Pedestrian and Driver Bills Aimed at Safety

New Assembly makeup allows for more safety legislation.

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Local Resident Moonlights as a Floating Trash Picker

Cleaning up the Potomac got Joe Wright international recognition.

SUPGarbageman

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Change May be in Store for Belle View Shopping Center

Plans being discussed for mixed use and a modern look.

Belle View Shopping Center

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Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue

Local flower shop knows the routine on Valentine’s Day.

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Pedestrian Safety is a Focus of Fairfax County Supervisors’ Efforts

The number of pedestrian fatalities in recent months raised concerns.

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New Lucy Burns Museum in Lorton Highlights the Suffragists and Area History

Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.

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New Richmond Highway Designs Include Bus Rapid Transit System

Dedicated lanes will run down the center of Richmond Highway.

Bus Rapid Transit

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New Heliport for the Fairfax County Police Helicopter is in the Works

Upgraded facility will address the safety and efficiency of this county asset.

Police Helicopter

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History Surrounds the Newington Train Station Site

The waiting areas inside were segregated at one time.

Newington train station

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New Lucy Burns Museum Highlights the Suffragists and Area History

Workhouse Arts Center now houses a museum that explores two phases of the Lorton Reformatory experience.

Workhouse Museum

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Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe

Fairfax mother and her children act inspire others with the handmade items.

Crochet Coffee Sleeves Spread Positive Vibe

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Nuclear Reactor at Fort Belvoir is Going Away

Five-year project coming to dismantle and dispose of this lesser known feature of the base.

Nuclear plant at Belvoir

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School Time Allotted for Civic Engagement

School Board allows excuse absence for activism.

Schools allow for civic activities.

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Biking in Fairfax County Gets a New Face for Advocacy

Matt Roberts now behind the wheel for FABB

FABB

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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best

Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.

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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Recognizes the Best

Awards ceremony at Mount Vernon Country Club ends the chamber’s year.

Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Awards

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First Lady of Virginia Pamela Northam Cuts Ribbon in Mount Vernon

United Community’s newly remodeled Early Learning Center Infant Suite is located in Bryant High School.

United Community

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Parkway Meeting Further Scrubs the Wish List

Problems and solutions presented to a Mount Vernon audience.

Parkway Meeting

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Vestibule Expanded at St. Lawrence Catholic Church

St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Franconia

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MVCCA Hits 50, Still on Point with Mission

Council credited with past efforts and future plans at anniversary gala.

MVCCA turns 50

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Environmental Expo has Many Messages

It’s not just the spotted lantern fly that’s causing problems.

Environmental expo

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Another Option Coming for Commuters Inside the Beltway

The I-395 Express Lanes are opening soon, and tolling will begin.

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Military Life was Highlighted at a School in Mount Vernon

Military Families Took the Stage for the Waynewood Elementary Veteran’s Day Celebration

Veteran's Day

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Woodlawn Cultural Center Moves Forward

Project touches on revitalizing Woodlawn in tune with other historic elements.

Woodlawn Cultural Center

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Smiles All Around at Democrat Victory Party in Fairfax

Gun violence prevention topped the action list for many.

Democratic party

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Supervisor Storck’s Expo Highlights Global Warming

Second annual event features a variety of workshops.

Expo

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Fire in Belle View Damages Businesses

No civilian injuries in six-alarm Belle View Shopping Center fire.

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Area Bicyclists Take Mount Vernon Tour

More than 160 riders gathered at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton to start the ride.

Tour de Mount Vernon

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Need for REAL ID Getting Real

Crowds at DMV impact wait times, but officials are looking for solutions.

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Popular Golf Spot May be Going Away

Landowner looking for other options as the Top Golf business model has expanded; everything on hold for now.

Top Golf

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Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead

Saturday Evening Crash Near Fort Belvoir Leaves One Dead

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South County Government Building Named for Gerry Hyland

Legendary former supervisor’s efforts to help people was his top achievement.

Hyland

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Smiles and Sunshine at Lorton Station Fair

Lorton Station Fair

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Healthcare Facilities Stand Out in Mount Vernon

Hospital officials from Army and INOVA represented at chamber meeting.

Healthcare in Mount Vernon

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Fairfax County Long Term Plan Enters the Think Tank

A series of meetings with public participation is underway.

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Trains Roll Again at Metro

Stations reopen with improvements, although some construction continues.

Metro opens

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Skills of a Clown

Taking Clown Class at the Workhouse unleashes the inner five-year-old.

A Day at Clown School

Marina Caters to the Waterman in Everyone

Cove right off the marina is sheltered for beginners and veteran sailors.

Belle Haven Marina

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Policing the River in Marine Patrol 1

Police boat plays many roles on local tidal waters.

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Texas Donuts Opening in Lorton

The bigger than usual donuts will be the main draw.

Texas Donuts in Lorton