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Dulles Toll Rates Increase Jan. 1

Primarily use is for financing Phase 2 of the Silver Line construction project.

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County Supervisors to Move Forward with Reston PRC Hearings

Public Hearing for the Planning Commission is Jan. 23 and the Public Hearing for Board of Supervisors is March 5, 2019.

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Wreaths Across America Honors Herndon-Area Veterans

‘Each wreath is a gift of appreciation,’ said Carol Wright.

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Much-Loved Reston Assistant Children's Librarian Retires

‘It was storytelling, not story reading,’ said Marcia Wines, Assistant Children’s Librarian at Reston Regional Library

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Fundraiser to Support Fellowship Square in Reston

Event raises awareness and $5,000 to benefit underprivileged seniors.

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Board The Starlight Express at Lake Fairfax

It’s a magical winter light show and more.

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Jingle on the Lake 2018 in Reston

Santa comes through for the children.

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A Tale of Two Actions in Reston by Board of Supervisors

Nov. 19: authorization sought to increase density in Reston's PRC; Nov. 20: Approval received for new, lower-density project in Reston's PRC.

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Sights and Sounds of Reston Holiday

Reston parade nominated for the third year in a row as one of "USA Today's" Best Holiday Parades.

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Ethics Day at South Lakes

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Reston Community Gala Celebrated

YMCA Fairfax County-Reston hosts 19th annual gala in its renovated space.

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Is Your American Flag Worn?

Reston, Herndon and Fairfax County offer collection drop boxes for unserviceable flags.

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Veterans Honored in Herndon

American Legion Post 184 Herndon/Reston holds Veterans Day Observance.

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Winter Fun Begins at Reston Town Center

Decorations, ice skating and some free parking during the holidays.

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Bill Bouie Tells All in Reston

Reston Historic Trust & Museum hosts Bouie's presentation, ‘The History of Reston Sports, Pioneers, Players and Playing Fields.’

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Who Will Pay Credit Card Fees in Reston?

Comments on proposal that could increase payments by $5 per family sought at public hearing.

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Concert Series Continues at Frying Pan Farm Park

Perfect marriage of venue and genre.

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Reston Voters Hit the Polls

Midterm Election draws crowds and viewpoints.

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Holding Fast to the Tree of Life

Reston, Herndon communities of faith respond to deadly anti-semitic attack in Pittsburgh.

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Halloween Spooktaculars Held in Reston

Trails of treats in the dark, zoo animals, goodies and jack o’lantern mania amp up holiday fun.

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Harvest Festival Held at Lake Anne Plaza

Event celebrates the plaza's special, independently owned establishments.

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All Things Pumpkin Rule at the Reston Farm Market

Legendary site offers time-honored traditions and memory making.

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Reston Celebrates ‘Flavors of Fall’

Family-friendly festival features craft beers, ciders and local cuisines.

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Fairfax County Urges Public to ‘Make the Call’

“Stop domestic violence and sexual assault for your friend, your neighbor, yourself.”

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‘Runway to the Cure’ Held at Reston Town Center

Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

‘Other People Make Me a Senior’

Locals speak out on senior wellbeing in the community.

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A Reflection of Fairfax County's 50+ Community Action Plan

Provided by Donna Lopez, Assistant Director at the Herndon Senior Center, Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services

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Walk to End Alzheimer’s Held in Reston

Families and friends take the first step to a world without Alzheimer's.

Obituary: Frank A. de la Fe Dies

Served as Fairfax County Planning Commissioner, Hunter Mill District.

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Reston Celebrates 18th Multicultural Festival

The Naturalization Ceremony makes the Multicultural Festival especially meaningful.

Reston’s Cornerstones Purchases Its 58th Unit

Reston Town Center to be home to a single mom and two children.

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Toxic Microcystis Remains on Reston’s Lake Audubon

What you don’t know can harm you.

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Helping Create Lives Free of Diabetes and Its Struggles

The American Diabetes Association 2018 Tour de Cure: NOVA in Reston, reaching team fundraising goals, one person at a time.

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Is Reston's Environment Improving?

Cats, light pollution, stream sediment and educational programs discussed at ‘Assessing the Environmental Quality of a Place Called Reston.’

A ‘March Madness’ of Reading Continues in Fairfax County

Reston Regional Library part of PBS’ ‘The Great American Read.’

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‘Daingerfield Island’ at Reston Bookstore

Fairfax County author and Virginia prosecutor brings book tour to Scrawl Books.

Police Officer Charged in Infant Daughter's Death

Suspect turns himself in; no longer employed by FCPD.

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Celebrating Everything Summer in Reston

Performance by Chris Vadala with the Rick Whitehead Trio concludes the 'Summerbration' season.

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A Night of Magic for Children Receiving Treatment

Event includes a $10,000 donation to Inova Cares Clinic for Children.

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Reston Town Center Pavilion Transforms into an Urban Off-Leash Dog Park

Dog Days of Summer provides exercise and socialization for Fidos and their owners.

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Super Heroes Splash and Dash in Reston

Aquathlon draws 150 participants as it raises funds for ‘Kids Helping Kids.’

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Science Fiction, Fact and Fantasy Collide in GRACE Exhibit in Reston

‘Building Worlds’ features works by regional contemporary painters, sculptors, and interdisciplinary artists.

Viewpoints About Reston Experience: Places, Events, Concerns

New and longtime residents in Reston share their viewpoints about places, events and happenings.