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Stories for February 2019

Wednesday, February 27

No Property Tax Rate Increase and Fully Funded Public Schools in Fairfax County

County executive presents proposed FY 2020 budget.

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Virginia Firefighter’s Death Prompts Highway Safety Legislation

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FCPD Mourns Death of K-9 Doby

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Sharon Bulova and Sprite

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Goodbye, Dear Atlas

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Opinion: Column: The Following is a Test

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Giving Up the Car Keys?

Recognizing warning signs that it might be time to stop driving.

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NRA Receives two Valentine’s Day Visits from Protesters

U.S. Congress addresses gun violence epidemic in House committee for the first time in six years.

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Helping Rescue Area Wildlife

Rescue League launches vegetarian/vegan policy for events; seeks volunteers.

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Opinion: Editorial: Consider a Greyhound

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Public Helps Chart Better Bus Service for Herndon-Reston Area

FCDOT reaches out to the community.

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Tuesday, February 26

Bank Robbery in Reston

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Opinion: Commentary: Sine Die

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War Photographer Comes Back Home in Reston

Reston Community Players presents “Time Stands Still.”

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Best of Reston Honorees Revealed

$150,000 committed to Cornerstones at its Community Celebration Reception.

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From Common to Exotic: Reston Pets Mark Their Owners’ Hearts

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Lady Seahawks Finish Second at State Championship

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New Girls on the Block

Scouts BSA Opens Up New Opportunity to Girls

Scouts BSA Opens Up New Opportunity to Girls

Monday, February 25

Area Players Receive All-District Basketball Honors

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Thursday, February 21

Opinion: Independent Progressive: Surging Newcomers for Supervisors, School Board, Not Legislature

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Opinion: Commentary: A Historic Session

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Reston’s Scrawl Books Supports Learning

Bookstore hosts benefit for Laurel Learning Center operated by Cornerstones.

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All Five Candidates Unopposed in Reston

Critical that 10 percent of RA members vote.

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Coalition for a Planned Reston Praises Planning Commission

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Lady Seahawks Win Region Title, Again

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Tuesday, February 19

Opinion: Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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Opinion: Column: Enough About Cancer

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Virginia Joins States to Sue Trump Over Wall Funding

Concern over loss of funds for local military bases.

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Virginia General Assembly Repeals ‘Jim Crow’ Minimum Wage Exemptions

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Law Would Protect Elderly Against Financial Crimes in Virginia

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Fairfax Adult Softball Holds Record-setting Fundraiser

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Tolls Off the Table for Fairfax County Parkways

Public opposes Express Toll Lanes on Fairfax County and Franconia-Springfield Parkways.

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During Black History Month: A Look at African American Art in Arlington

Promoting and preserving a part of history.

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Friday, February 15

Opinion: Commentary: Passing Bills, Serving the Public

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Wednesday, February 13

Reston-Herndon Community Creates 10,000 Handwritten Valentines

Barbera Foundation spreads love and optimism powered by one-off volunteerism, social media and the desire to be a force of positive change.

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Opinion: Commentary: Staying on Task

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Winning Photos on Exhibit at Walker Nature Center in Reston

Images of birdlife meant to celebrate the Centennial of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

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Groundbreaking Surgery Performed in Reston

Reston Hospital Center site of the first-in-the-world robotic spine surgery.

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All Five Candidates Unopposed in Reston

Meet candidates running for seats on RA Board of Directors; Critical 10 percent of RA members vote.

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South Lakes Track and Field Team Wins District Championships

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Tuesday, February 12

E-bikes: Friend or Foe in Virginia?

Parks agencies present proposed changes allowing e-bikes on their trails.

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Black Leaders Call for Forgiveness for Governor Northam

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‘Profound Regret’ for History of Lynchings in Virginia

General Assembly seeks reconciliation.

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Monday, February 11

‘Living Coral’ Named 2019 Color of the Year

Can help to brighten a space lacking natural light.

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VCU Yearbooks Had Blackface Photos as Recently as ’89

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Virginia Lawmakers Pass Bill Allowing Prices in Happy Hour Ads

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Fairfax County School Board Adopts FY 2020 Advertised Budget

Budget prioritizes employee compensation with $55.2 million more for teacher salary scales.

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Opinion: Column: So Far, So Good

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Thursday, February 7

Modern and Traditional Quilt Show at RCC Lake Anne

Works by seven local and talented quilters on display – a must-see event.

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Capitol Steps Help Raise $412,000 for Cornerstones

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Opinion: Independent Progressive: Governor Northam and the Yearbook Controversy

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Opinion: Commentary: Week of Absurdities

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From Awkward to Artistry in Motion in Reston

Fun on the Ice at the Reston Town Center Pavilion

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South Lakes Seahawks Set School, Meet Records

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Wednesday, February 6

American Heart Month

Making healthy diet and exercise choices are two keys to preventing heart disease.

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As Virginia Redistricting Plans Advance, Advocates Slam House Bill

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Focus on Safer Driving in Virginia

General Assembly bans holding cellphones while driving.

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Sheltering Homeless Neighbors in Fairfax County

Extreme cold sees increased need.

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‘A Decade of Transformation – a Future of Opportunity’

NoVa Chamber hosts 27th Annual Economic Conference.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Assistance League Receives Grant

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Re-think Spraying

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Extremely Disappointed

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Protecting Human Rights Advocates

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Common-sense Measures

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Amending the 2019 Wish List

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Opinion: Column: My Own Sort of Groundhog Day

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Tuesday, February 5

Virginia GOP, Dems Clash Over Abortion Bill

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Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Facing State Tax Increase

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Monday, February 4

Three Apparent Weather-Related Deaths Investigated

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Drones to Help with Public Safety in Fairfax County?

County Presents Draft Proposal for drone program at public meetings.

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Friday, February 1

Public Input Sought on Herndon-Reston Connector Bus Service

Multiple ways to participate and free ride coupons.

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College Scholarship Program Opens to Local Criminal Justice Majors

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Opinion: Commentary: Tax Season Is Upon Us

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Broadway’s Legend on Reston's CenterStage

An evening of conversation with Broadway’s Baayork Lee.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Shutdowns and Furloughs: Are We Learning Our Lessons?

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Decision on Reston Density Deferred

Fairfax County Planning Commission defers decision on Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment, Density Provisions for the Reston PRC District.

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Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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