Stories for July 2018

Stories for July 2018

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Tuesday, July 31

Blood Donations Needed

Thursday, July 26

NextStop Theatre Presents Musical ‘Amour’ in Herndon

Observing a special anniversary with special engagement.

Wednesday, July 25

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Our ‘Almost’ Office Pet

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New Board Chair Leads Fairfax County Public Schools

Corbett Sanders reviews current educational issues.

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Shared Mission: Caring for Animals

Shelter and its Friends group encourages pet adoptions.

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Arts Herndon Enters a New Phase

An Interview with Joanna Ormesher, Arts Herndon's New President & CEO.

Last week, the board of Arts Herndon named longtime Fairfax City arts leader Joanna Ormesher President and Chief Executive Officer.

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Herndon HOA Gardens Smarter with Native Plants

Sycamore Ridge institutes earth-friendly and sustainable gardening practices saving money and time.

Native perennials promise regeneration year after year enhancing gardens and signifying seasonal changes.

Tuesday, July 24

Commentary: Do Not Separate Children and Families

What we have learned.

Commentary: New Policy for Police in Fairfax Schools

Commentary: Protect Immigrant Students from ICE

Monday, July 23

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Dulles Toll Road Rate Increases Public Hearings Announced

Public comment period is open through Aug. 3, 2018; Online "Open House" is available.

Friday, July 20

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Will Your Business or Organization Be Featured in the 2018-2019 Newcomers & Community Guide?

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Our award-winning annual Special Pullout Newcomers and Community Guides for each of our 15 communities with inside facts on what makes each community special, their secret places, the real power players, how to get involved and more will publish on August 22, 2018.

Thursday, July 19

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Bryce Harper Comes to Herndon

Dedicates an All-Star Complex bearing his name at Fred Crabtree Park in Herndon before winning the Home Run Derby.

Wednesday, July 18

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Girls Learn about Fire and Rescue at Camp

To give girls confidence in their abilities, push them beyond their comfort zone.

Friday, July 13

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Designing a Midsummer Table

Using flowers and color to create a summer wonderland.

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Safe Virginia Initiative Looks ‘Beyond Thoughts and Prayers’

The ADAMS Center event focuses on communities of faith’s response to violence.

Thursday, July 12

Commentary: The Welcoming Inclusion Network

Making Fairfax County accessible to all abilities.

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Summer Entertainment Series Opens in Herndon

Concert series at Arrowbrook Park fosters a sense of community.

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Route 28 Lane Closure July 16-30

Southbound right lane closure at Air and Space Museum Parkway for pavement reconstruction

Wednesday, July 11

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New Immigrant, Young Father Murdered at Herndon Gas Station

Community shocked, responds to gofundme request to support the family of Resham Bajgain.

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Herndon Pole Vaulter Soars to National Heights

Austin Miller places eighth at the 2018 USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships

Week in Herndon

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Property Owners Appeal Downtown Redevelopment

Certificate of Appropriateness issued to Comstock Herndon Venture, LC is void.

Monday, July 9

Friday, July 6

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Volunteer Gardeners Help Town of Herndon

The Town Forester promotes community forestry.

The town earned designation as a "Tree City USA" by the National Arbor Day Foundation and is home to eleven neighborhood parks. However, within those 4.3 square miles are not only parks with new trees and plantings which require endless health and welfare checks but town properties, such as those on the Town Hall Square and at the Centennial Golf Course which require endless oversight, endless weeding, and removal of dead plants and shrubs.

Monday, July 2

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