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Virginia’s Tax-Free Sales Holiday August 2-4
Hurricane preparedness, school supply and certain energy saving products and more eligible.
Hurricane preparedness, school supply and certain energy saving products and more eligible.
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Fairfax County Awarded $50.5 Million for New Low-Emission Buses
Federal grant paves the way.
Federal grant paves the way.
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Environmental Stewardship: Making a Difference
County recognizes residents who participate in the environmental stewardship.
County recognizes residents who participate in the environmental stewardship.
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Local Author Does Book Signings and Promotional Events
After ‘My Time with General Colin Powell’ hit the shelves last year, road trips, signing events and smiles.
Local author
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Alexandria Boat Clubs Hoist Sails Together on the Waterfront
Comradery was intertwined with a history lesson.
A crew member welcomes the Old Dominion Boat Club members aboard.
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National Museum of the Marine Corps Dedicates Respite Room
Marine Corps Heritage Foundation marks PTSD awareness month with dedication ceremony
Marine Corps Heritage Foundation marks PTSD awareness month with dedication ceremony
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National Trails Day
County recognizes 10th anniversary of Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail
National Trails Day