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Mercia Hobson

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Fear, Emotion Play Out in Herndon

Town’s immigrant residents plead for protection; others counter, ‘You break the law, you are deported.’

Fear, emotion

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What Could Mass Deportation Plans Mean Here?

Local officials emphasize welcoming policies.

Local officials emphasize welcoming policies.

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Stars & Stripes NOVA Committee Food Donation

Stars & Stripes NOVA Committee Food Donation

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Residences at Government Center II Groundbreaking, Mon. Dec. 9

Residences at Government Center II Groundbreaking, Mon. Dec. 9

Cornerstones: Hope for Tomorrow for So Many

Thousands of individuals and families served.

Thousands of individuals and families served.

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Something Has to Give

County’s FY 2026 Budget Forecast is not looking good.

Something Has to Give

Community News at a Glance

Community News at a Glance

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Military Monday Dinners To End After 18 Years

Last dinner in Great Falls, Dec. 9, supports Stop Soldier Suicide

Military Monday Dinners To End After 18 Years

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Local Artists at Capital Art and Craft Festival Winter 2024

Coming to Dulles Expo Center, Dec. 13-15

Coming to Dulles Expo Center, Dec. 13-15

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Is Fairfax County’s Co-Responder Program the Right Fit?

Advocates, public cite concerns.

It has been over three years since Fairfax County initiated its pilot co-responder program intended to help police respond to mental health emergency calls. Some county residents are raising multiple concerns about the program.

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