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Blast from the Past: Time Capsules

These historical preservation tidbits are popping up everywhere.

Time Capsules

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Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax on Sept. 23

Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax on Sept. 23

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Affordable Residences for Seniors Come to Fruition

Oakwood Meadow opens on Van Dorn Street just outside the beltway.

Senior housing

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Fatal Crash on Lee Chapel Road Claims Two Students’ Lives

Steep hills are no stranger to fatalities in Fairfax Station.

Fatal crash in Fairfax Station

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Songwriter in Springfield Has an Ear for Lyrics

Retired scientist creates songs with an upbeat sound to drown the negatives.

Songwriter

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Batters Up for the Mount Vernon Varsity Singers

Choir travels to Fredericksburg to sing the National Anthem at a Minor League baseball game.

MV Choir

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Home of the Brave

Ceremony honors veterans, Gold Star families.

Veteran's Day

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Springfield Mall’s Riot Over Leif Garrett’s Appearance

“Blast from the Past” hears from those who were there.

Look back to Leif's visit

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Ice Cream, Fire Trucks and Bluegrass

Residents gather for National Night Out at Mount Vernon Park on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

National Night Out

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Giving Thanks in Alexandria

Miracle League honors first responders.

Miracle League honors first responders.

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Local Author Publishes Book of One-Act Plays

West Potomac alum writes to teach, and is now a playwright living on Martha’s Vineyard.

Local Author

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Pho Soup has Plenty of Noodles and Broth

Vietnamese pho could ease the common cold or late night partying, but it's different from ramen.

Pho Soup

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Fort Hunt Alums Cheered Fellow Grad Outside 30 Rock in NYC

2018 road trip highlights included breakfast with alumnae Hoda Kotb and her co-star at the time, Savannah Guthrie.

Road Trip to NYC

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Roadside Marketing Efforts Rampant on Richmond Highway

Some say it is unsightly.

Roadside signs

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Mount Vernon Auto Repair Reduced to Rubble in Hybla Valley

Leveling closed businesses is part of the modernization process in Mount Vernon.

Car business torn down

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Film Producer Got Start at Fort Hunt High School

Football player turned business owner, writer and filmmaker

Fort Hunt Filmmaker

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Filmmaker Addresses Cleft Lip Discrimination

NOVA native looks at cleft lip fixes on an international scale.

Filmmaker Addresses Clefts

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Fairfax County Plugs in First Electric Trash Truck

New truck is quiet and spews no diesel fumes.

Electric trash truck

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Historical Lessons Via Toy Soldier Hobbyist

Upcoming show in Springfield includes intricate painting and military themes.

Toy soldier show

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Student Art Planned for the Future BRT Stations

Public can vote on their favorites until April 3.

Artwork