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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Opens in Franconia

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill celebrated their opening with a ribbon cutting hosted by Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Aug. 12 at their new restaurant located at 7027A Manchester Boulevard.

Sidewalk Sale at Belle View Shopping Center

Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., experience a day of shopping and dining at Belle View Shopping Center, 1632 Belle View Boulevard.

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Firefighters and Friends Continue with Compassion

Firefighters and Friends, a group started by now-retired Deputy Fire Chief Willie Bailey 26 years ago, gathered at Penn Daw Fire Station on Monday, Aug. 13 to make sure students along Richmond Highway would have the supplies they need to go back to school, even if their families couldn’t afford to get them.

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Butterflies May Be in Trouble

This summer’s heat and drought have not only taken a toll on humans, they may also be affecting the butterfly population.

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Lorton School Supply Drive was a Success

Supervisor Dan Storck and staff met with 2,400 parents and students.

School Supplies

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Belvoir Looking to Expand the Camping Facilities on Base

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

‘Stay Away' Weekend Aug. 16-19

Georgetown Pike Bridge Traffic Shift

As part of the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (495 NEXT) project, a new Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 is being built in phases to keep traffic moving throughout construction.

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Smiles all Around at the Mount Vernon Pet Event

Smiles all Around at the Mount Vernon Pet Event

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Fort Hunt as WWII POW Camp Captures Alexandria’s Interest

This story by Christopher Ulrich appeared in August, 1985

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Drought Watch

Drought Watch

Route 28 and Route 29 Interchange Ramps Nighttime Closures

July 31, Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8; detours in place during ramp paving.

Weather permitting, the Route 28 (Sully Road/Centreville Road) and Route 29 interchange ramps will have nighttime closures Wednesday night, July 31; Thursday night, Aug. 1 and Sunday night, Aug. 4 through Thursday night, Aug. 8 between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. each night for paving, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

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12.5 Percent Fare Hike Hits Fairfax Connector Riders July 29

On Monday, July 29, fare increases for riding the Fairfax Connector began. Riders will pay 12.5 percent more.

Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison

Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.

Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.

Fairfax County Expands Eligibility for Homeownership Program

On Tuesday, July 16, the Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the county’s Comprehensive Plan aimed at expanding affordable home ownership opportunities.

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Fairfax County's Thriving Business Scene

New openings and community impact.

Fairfax County has seen a wave of new businesses opening their doors in recent months, each bringing unique offerings and vibrant energy to the community.