Stories for March 2019

Stories for March 2019

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Tuesday, March 26

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Herndon Officers Honored

Public safety heroes in Fairfax County communities receive Valor Awards.

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Dog Tales in Herndon

Therapy dog listens to young readers.

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Paving Way to Rename Jefferson Davis Highway

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Opinion: Editorial: Every Year Is Election Year in Virginia; in 2019 Twice

Primary Election Day, June 11, will determine the outcome of many races in Fairfax County.

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Monday, March 25

Opinion: Editorial: United Way Helps with Available Tax Credits

How could Fairfax County residents receive a larger refund?

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Report Shows Geographic Disparities in Health in Virginia

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Environmental Groups Glad About Virginia Coal Ash Cleanup Law

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Wednesday, March 20

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Talent on Display at Fairfax County Regional Science Fair

670 students from 27 high schools compete for nine Grand Prizes to go to International Fair in Phoenix, Ariz.

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Increasing Access to Naloxone in Virginia

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Virginia Student-Athletes Receive Further Concussion Protection

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Public Health Officials Launch TB Awareness Campaign

Tuberculosis still a health issue in Fairfax County.

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Biden, McKay Win Fairfax Dems Poll

More than 50 Democrats will vie for Fairfax County offices on June 11, primary election day.

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Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Candidates Face Off

NAACP and partners question the contenders.

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Explaining Death to Children

Breaking down a difficult topic and helping children grieve.

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Opinion: Commentary: Fairfax County’s Bold Housing Agenda

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Tuesday, March 19

Round and Round for House Concert Zoning in Herndon

Town of Herndon and aggrieved citizens file to reverse BZA’s decision.

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Frying Pan Farm Park Awarded

Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District selects Frying Pan for award.

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Thursday, March 14

Round and Round for Herndon House Concert Venue

Citizens and Town of Herndon separately appeal decision of Town's BZA to Fairfax County Circuit Court.

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Herndon Arts Organization Requests $150,000

‘Time for the Town to make a real commitment to the Arts,’ said Mike O'Reilly, Chairman of Arts Herndon.

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Wednesday, March 13

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Pet-Friendly Decor

Pet-owning designers offer advice on practical design choices that don’t sacrifice style.

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Local Talent on Global Stage

USA Special Olympics Team heads to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates for World Games 2019.

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Virginia: And They’re Off!

Primary Election Day is June 11, 2019; Dems flood District Office to file for candidacy.

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Virginia Governor Signs Law Banning All Tobacco Products at School

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The Business Case for Economic Mobility

Business leaders, community organizations, academics, public officials gather to discuss strategies for bridging the economic mobility gap.

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Tuesday, March 12

Opinion: Commentary: A+ Primer for Our Neighborhoods

County Community Emergency Response Guide builds local resiliency, and mitigates potential risks.

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Wednesday, March 6

Managing Screen Time

Working collaboratively with one’s child can decrease the struggle.

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Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Explorers Learn How 9-1-1 System Works

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Virginia General Assembly Expands Revenge Porn Law

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Bills to Protect Virginia Landowners in Pipeline Cases Fail

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Metro’s Current Hours Stand

Board plans to address riders’ other concerns instead.

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LGBTQ Advocates Dismayed But Undaunted by Legislative Defeats in Virginia

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Opinion: Editorial: 2019

But this year is supposed to be an improvement.

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Active Service Organization Seeks New Members in Reston-Dulles Region

Reston-Dulles Section, National Council of Negro Women, serves the local community.

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Tuesday, March 5

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Scavenger Hunt for Community Helpers in Herndon

Field trip to the Downtown Historic District engages students’ minds and bodies.

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Planning Commission Approves Herndon Parkway Development Plan

Seven-year plan brought forth through cooperation and understanding.

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Yearnings for Bells and Magic in Herndon

NextStop to present ‘Fallen Angels’ by Noel Coward.

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