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Mercia Hobson

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2019 Herndon Homecoming Parade, ‘Into the Future’

Parade combines school pride with town’s special culture.

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A Jewel With Uncomfortable Truths in Herndon

Cast reactions to staged reading of ‘Herndon Town,’ part of 2019 Herndon Arts Week.

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Herndon Community Roundtable Scheduled

Town Councilmembers want to hear from citizens, again.

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No More Curbside Pickup for Glass in Northern Virginia

Residents will have to take their glass bottles and jars to a purple bin.

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Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Stations Host 2019 Open House

Plan and practice your fire escape.

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Building Community that Works for Everyone

Maj. Gen. Carl H. McNair Jr. receives community leadership award.

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Sprouts Farmers Market Arrives in Herndon

Customers swarm the store, the first in Virginia.

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NatureFest 2019: Interactive and Immersive

Nature surprises in an oasis of wilderness.

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Recognition for Herndon Residence

Society approves structure for its Historic Homes Registry Program.

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Herndon-area Nonprofit Improves Lives

Grant award helps assist the most vulnerable immigrants in our community.

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Herndon Recognizes Youth Advisory Councilmember

Young adult with autism drives community change.

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Fairfax County Candidates Speak Out at Forum

Vying for county chairman and at large school board member.

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What’s Car-Loving NOVA To Do?

Not more lanes, not more tolls.

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Major Incidents in the Town of Herndon

Police report three robberies, an assault and a burglary.

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Recognized for 130 Brave and Spectacular Years in Herndon

Herndon Fortnightly Club continues to do work that really matters.

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ARTSFAIRFAX Names Arts Awards Honorees

Awards recognize professional theatre company in Herndon.

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Herndon Town Council Recognizes Green Lizard Cycling

‘The Lizard’ partners for betterment of the community.

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Area Activists Demand: ‘Defund Hate’

Congress resumes, local protestors stand with immigrants.

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Humanoid Robot Shakes Things Up

Too short for the teller line, Pepper converses across generations.

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ARTSFAIRFAX Awards $396,703 to 37 County Organizations

Opens local doors for artistic expression.

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Not Your Father's Car, Maybe, in Herndon

Herndon Rotary Car Show returns for its 19th year.

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Herndon’s Labor Day Festival

Small-town vibe, awesome music and a splash of wine & craft beer tastings.

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Hiring On for Town of Herndon

Thirty positions open, some with 'Sign-on Incentive Packages.'

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Gunfire Exchange in the Town of Herndon

Two suspects in custody following officer-involved shooting.

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Northern Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Presented

Local police and special law enforcement agencies awarded for best traffic safety programs in the state.

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What’s on the Horizon for Herndon

Reflections: The future of the Town of Herndon and unincorporated Herndon.

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Two Days of Canvassing for Gender Equality

Volunteers knock on thousands of doors, urging voters to go blue in November.

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‘I'll be There For You’ at McNair Elementary

Welcoming parents and Kindergarteners to sixth graders back to school.

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Children Shop with the Sheriff

Pride and positive interaction with law enforcement as students get needed gear.

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Suicide and Trauma Sound Alarm for First Responders

Fairfax County Chief of Police takes action to relieve stress and encourage officers to ask for help when needed.

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Imposing Art in Herndon, Humble Reston Artist

After nearly 50 years, a light shines on the artist and his works.

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Looking Cool for School in Herndon and Reston

Salon gives free haircuts to local students.

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Art Studio Opens in Herndon

Offers works of art, artistic social gatherings and classes.

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Town of Herndon Celebrates National Night Out

Herndon Police strengthen partnerships with the community.

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Selecting a New Life for Historic Ellmore Farmhouse

Park Authority welcomes comments on curator applications.

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From the Field to the Universe

Herndon High athlete turned sci-fi author.

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Wanted by the FBI

Suspected serial bank robber hits Herndon, again.

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Youth-powered Community

In Fairfax County’s 71st 4-H Fair and Carnival, community’s young people shine.

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Court Rules On Herndon House Concert Events

Fairfax County Circuit Court reverses the Town of Herndon’s BZA decision.

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Coffee Roaster Brews Community Support in Herndon

Patrons amp up with a cup of joe or two for RecycleLife at Weird Brothers Coffee.

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Stewards of the Land in Herndon

Virginia Conservation Assistance Program changes the landscape and more at Herndon Friends Meeting House.

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Free Concerts Build Community in Herndon

Music at Arrowbrook Park Concert Series kicks off.

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Pride of Herndon Honors D-Day Heroes

Herndon High Marching Band sees the war through the eyes of the 'greatest generation.'

Herndon and D-Day

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A Home of Their Own – Part I: Preserving Decent and Affordable Housing in Herndon

Corporate funds sought to support program needs.

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