Stories for September 2019

Stories for September 2019

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Monday, September 30

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Tourism Gets a Big Boost in the Mount Vernon District

Fairfax County Board approves new funding for tourism.

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Friday, September 27

Opinion: Commentary: Steps to Fight Climate Change in Virginia

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Thursday, September 26

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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.

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Wednesday, September 25

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Police Body Worn Cameras Approved in Fairfax County

Full implementation to take three years.

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Fairfax County Candidates Speak Out at Forum

Vying for county chairman and at large school board member.

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What’s Car-Loving NOVA To Do?

Not more lanes, not more tolls.

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Exploring Art in Retirement

Seniors get a chance to pursue their passion.

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Tuesday, September 24

Monday, September 23

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Local Civil War Story Told by Don Hakenson

Civil War history told for the Mount Vernon Regional Historical Society.

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Saturday, September 21

Opinion: Commentary: Honoring Gerald Hyland

Fairfax County should also honor Warren Cikins…here’s why.

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Friday, September 20

Thursday, September 19

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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

Wednesday, September 18

School Notes

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Normal Adolescent Mood Swings or Depression?

Making a distinction between the two can be difficult.

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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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Running on the Runway

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Monday, September 16

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Fall Comes Early to Fairfax County

Locals already raking leaves and sweeping sidewalks.

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Friday, September 13

Opinion: Commentary: Prohibit Open Carry of Assault Weapons at Permitted Events

Commonwealth could allow localities to regulate the public carriage of assault weapons.

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Thursday, September 12

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Trains Roll Again at Metro

Stations reopen with improvements, although some construction continues.

Metro opens

Wednesday, September 11

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McLean ‘Pop-up’ Accommodates Growing Family

Solution combines first level floor plan reconfiguration with attic conversion to create budget-friendly increase in living space.

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TAPS Founder Bonnie Carroll Honored

Leo K. Thorsness Leadership Award recognizes Carroll’s dedication and service to individuals grieving the death of a military loved one.

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Assistance League of Northern Virginia to Sustain, Expand Children’s Programs

Allstate Foundation awards $20,000 to assist vulnerable communities in Northern Virginia.

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Tuesday, September 10

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Opinion: Commentary: 2019 State of the Station

Overall crime is down 5.5% in Mount Vernon District.

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Monday, September 9

Seven Books: Finalists for the 2019 George Washington Prize

The George Washington Prize is one of the nation’s largest literary awards.

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Wednesday, September 4

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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

Tuesday, September 3

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Northern Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Presented

Local police and special law enforcement agencies awarded for best traffic safety programs in the state.

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Get on the Mat, Boys

Raising awareness of the benefits of yoga for men during National Yoga Month.

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Opinion: Commentary: How Fairfax County Has Changed

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A Path Forward

Pathway Homes provides affordable housing to those suffering from mental illness.

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Enjoy and Save Dyke Marsh

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Opinion: Commentary: A Place To Live, Work, Learn and Play: Mount Vernon District

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Helping Hands for Homeschoolers

Co-ops and clubs support homeschoolers in and around Mount Vernon.

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Opinion: Commentary: Protect Integrity of Elections

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New Backpack, New Haircut

Ready for school.

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Monday, September 2

Opinion: Commentary: Making a Difference, One Person at a Time in Mount Vernon District

Take the time to find the many experiences awaiting you.

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