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Clifton’s Small-town Charm, Big-time Fun

Tie dyes, kettle corn and a variety of music kept the crowds busy.

Clifton Day

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Springfield Railroad Station: Local History Tales

Civil War soldiers and former postmasters once occupied this whistlestop station.

Springfield Railroad Station

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Need for REAL ID Getting Real

Crowds at DMV impact wait times, but officials are looking for solutions.

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Locally Made Film is a Hit on Amazon Prime

Lake Braddock alumnus, local filmmaker.

Lake Braddock alumnus, local filmmaker.

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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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Smiles and Sunshine at Lorton Station Fair

Lorton Station Fair

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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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Trains Roll Again at Metro

Stations reopen with improvements, although some construction continues.

Metro opens

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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

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Civil War History Told Through the Relics

Local historian is turning his collection and homegrown war lore into a book.

Civil War relics on display at winery.

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Knee Rehab and Cardio Workouts Bring People Together at Club Pilates

Joseph Pilates’ training began the practice in England.

Pilates

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Painting the Sounds and Vibrance of Music

Workhouse Artist Britt Conley’s knack for expressing music with her brush strokes.

Workhouse Artist Britt Conley

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Metro Station Closures Nearly Over

Buses picked up the slack, leaving some riders happy.

Metro Station Closures Nearly Over

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Intersection Improvements Planned in Springfield and Burke

Traffic calming efforts coincide with meeting ADA compliance.

Intersection Improvements Planned in Springfield and Burke

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Policing the River in Marine Patrol 1

Police boat plays many roles on local tidal waters.

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Texas Donuts Opening in Lorton

The bigger than usual donuts will be the main draw.

Texas Donuts in Lorton

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Lee District Field Gets Resurfaced

This field is on the 10-year plan.

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Springfield Is Looking for a few Good Signs

County revitalization office is working with local officials on new gateway signs.

Sprinfield signs

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Trash Collection Staffing is Tight, Resulting in Cutbacks of Service in Fairfax County

Occasionally, cans go untouched on trash day.

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More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon

Virginia officials holding a series of meetings this month to hear ideas.

More Fixes for I-95 Could Happen Soon

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Tight Staffing Creates Cutbacks in Trash Service

Occasionally cans go untouched on trash day.

Trash Collecting

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Clifton Honors Independence Day with Hometown Parade

Clifton Honors Independence Day with Hometown Parade

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Lorton Barber Shop: 20 Years As a Local Favorite

Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.

Neighborhood barbershop sees the same faces on Silverbrook Road.

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Recycling Efforts Gain Steam in Fairfax County

Purple bins and increased efforts may be needed.

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SOL Skills Used in Cardboard Boats Pay Off

Annual Springfield Regatta is a hit at Accotink.

Cardboard Boat Race in Springfield

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Last Day at Metro Station Has Some Pondering

Summer shutdown began Memorial Day weekend.

Summer shutdown began Memorial Day weekend.

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Healthy Job Market, International Travel Difficulties Impact Local Pools

Memorial Day pool openings changed; swimming plans come up dry in some spots.

lifeguard shortage

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Helicopter Noise Irritates Homeowners in Mount Vernon, Lorton

Davison Airfield in Fort Belvoir is not being neighborly, some say.

Helicopters from Davison Airfield in Fort Belvoir

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Summer Preview at Pool Open House

Community gathering spot in Springfield welcomes new and old members.

Fox Hunt Pool and Tennis Club in Springfield

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Area Residents Bike To Work

Plenty of juice, fruit and enthusiasm.

Area Residents Bike To Work

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Looking Ahead to the Summer in Springfield and Burke

Fresh fruits and cardboard boats are coming up this summer.

Fresh fruits and cardboard boats are coming up this summer.

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Wish Lists for Northern Virginia Transportation

Spring transportation meeting brings out wish lists, examines smart scale rating system.

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Resident Curator Shows Off Results

Stempson House in Lorton getting a makeover.

Stempson house

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LPGA Event Puts Springfield On the Map

Qualifying round brings in women golfers from everywhere.

LPGA at Springfield

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South County Percussion Band on National Stage

School’s drumline group lands in 15th place at a competition in Dayton, Ohio.

Drumline band

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Cricket Brownies and Solar Energy Highlight Storck’s Earth Day Event

Mount Vernon Supervisor focuses on the environment to spearhead campaign season.

Storck's Earth Day Event

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Summer Shutdown at the Metro Stations Planned

It will be ‘buses only’ for commuters at Franconia-Springfield station and points north.

Metro Shutdown Worries Commuters

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Pizza for Clean Up Crew in Kingstowne

Neighbors Clean Up Kingstowne Area

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Burke Lake Train: Tough and Nostalgic

The train is a big draw in the summer.

Burke Lake Train

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Beautifying, Preserving Marshall Cemetery

Historic Burke family grave has been target of vandals over the years.

Clean-up at Marshall Cemetery

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Scout Project Fixes Church Outdoor Worship Area

And honors fallen Scout.

Eagle scout project

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Campers Need Travel Only As Far As Burke Lake

Camping is a feature of only two parks in the FCPA.

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Sports Tourism May Be Next for Northern Virginia

Area sports facilities looked at for tournaments, tax revenue and expansion.

Sports Tourism May Be Next for Northern Virginia

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Drive Thru Dining Gridlocks Backlick

Chick-fil-A at Backlick Shopping Center is magnet eatery.

Chick-fil-A at Backlick Shopping Center is magnet eatery but causes traffic problems.

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Owning a Pet is Healthier, Better for the Owner

Owning a Pet is Healthier, Better for the Owner

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From Springfield to ‘World of Dance’

West Springfield Dance Team enters the ‘World of Dance’ on Network Television.

West Springfield Dance Team enters the ‘World of Dance’ on Network Television.

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Performance Bikes on Frontier Drive is Closing the Doors

Options for bike buying and service gets limited in Springfield.

Springfield bike store closes

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Springfield Country Club Undergoes Renovation

Design and colors consistent with the need for new.

Springfield Country Club Undergoes Renovation

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Senior and Student Housing Eyed for Braddock Corridor

Transportation the focus of the meeting at Good Shepherd.

Braddock Rd. meeting

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Rolling Valley Sign Becomes an Accident Victim

Rolling Valley Sign Becomes an Accident Victim