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Healing at ‘Empirical Grace’

West Springfield alumni opens acupuncture office in Springfield.

Acupuncture in Springfield

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Second Saturday Celebrates Creativity in Lorton

Art show spawns artists and creativity at the Workhouse Arts Center.

Lorton arts on Second Saturday

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VDOT Eyeing Parkway Widening

More lanes, reconfigured interchanges on Fairfax County Parkway under consideration.

Parkway widening is on the radar screen

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Mind, Matter and Meditation

New Honest Soul Yoga opens in Springfield.

New Honest Soul Yoga opens in Springfield.

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Singing Actress Got Her Start at Lake Braddock’s Les Misérables

National Anthems, fetching coffee and driving a movie star around were stepping stones for Allie Haines

Blossoming star on the stage, Allie Haines

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Kiddie Academy Opens in North Springfield

West Springfield alumni is running the academy with his wife.

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Doors Open at West Springfield on First Day of School

Some trailers are gone but construction continues.

First day at West Springfield High School

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Springfield’s Bridge Walk is One of a Kind

Community event sports pageantry, patriotism.

Springfield’s Bridge Walk is One of a Kind

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Chrome and Comradery Follow the Local HOG Chapter

Kids love the Harley Davidsons at Pohick Library.

Motorcycle show at Library.

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Construction Over Accotink Creek Slows Traffic

Lanes narrow and shift but work will only last into this fall.

Work on bridge over Accotink Creek.

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Vandals Hit the Marshall Cemetery in Burke

Remains of Burke residents lie in the historic cemetery that is now marred with spray paint.

Burke cemetery hit by vandals.

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Playing on a Home Turf

Clifton musician headlines the Park Entertainment Series at Burke

Clifton musician plays at Burke Lake

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Reptiles from Near and Far Star in the Pohick Library Event

Snakes, lizards and turtles dominated the afternoon.

Reptile show at library in Springfield

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National Night Out Breaks Down Barriers

This year’s event wrestles with thunder and lightning.

National Night Out in Springfield

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White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway

Price tag for renovations is over $17 million.

White Oaks Renovation Is One of Several Underway

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Talking and Knitting Go Far at The Yarn Barn

Problems solved, pizzas eaten and socks made in Burke shop.

Yarn Barn in Burke

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Plans for Empty Lot Include Library, Maybe More

Multi-use facility could save the county money.

Land for Library and Possibly More County Facilities

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Fallen Tree in Burke Claims the Life of Homeowner

The saturated soil might have played a role in the accident, toppling the enormous tree.

Tree Topples on House in Burke

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Offering a ‘Sidekick for Hire’

Sidekick for Hire

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The Sign of Times for Toys R Us

Toys R Us in Kingstowne goes the way of other big box stores in the area.

Toys R Us closes

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Crunched-in Guardrails Spotlight Their Safety Features

Safety standards affect design.

Crunched-in Guardrails Spotlight Their Safety Features

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Native American Speaker Highlights History, Fights Stereotypes

Karenne Wood gives a presentation for the Burke Historical Society.

Native American Speaker Highlights History, Fights Stereotypes

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Having Fun at Government Center

JunkFood Kicks off the Evenings on the Ellipse.

Concerts at the Government Center

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Enjoying Braddock Nights

Lake Accotink is the site of the Braddock Nights Concert Series this summer.

Lake Accotink is the site of the Braddock Nights Concert Series this summer.

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Seniors Give English Lessons to Teens in Brazil

Seniors Give English Lessons to Teens in Brazil

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Finding Balance, in Life and Arts

Local artist Terry Angstrom went from teaching math to painting Italian architecture.

Local artist Terry Angstrom went from teaching math to painting Italian architecture.

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Pedestrian Bridges Could Cross Braddock Road

Why does a millennial cross the road? To get to transit, perhaps.

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Burke Road Plans Debated

Flood control, parking lot expansion and sidewalks are part of realignment discussion.

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Honest Soul Hosts Yogathon for Veterans

The 24-hour yoga extravaganza on Memorial Day weekend raises $10,000.

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Springfield Venue to Attract Up and Coming Pros

Hockey tryouts next week for St. James team.

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Grocery Store Planned for Fenced-Off Vacant Lot in Springfield

Lidl grocery store to revitalize central Springfield.

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Honoring an Accident Victim, Scouts Break out the Garden Tools

Scouts give the triangular island at Sydenstricker Road and Old Keene Mill Road in Burke a makeover.

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Good Deeds Don’t Go Unnoticed in Springfield

Greater Springfield Chamber recognizes Valor.

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Chasing the Dreams on Stage and in Life in Springfield

West Springfield High presents ‘Into the Woods.’

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Campaign for Lake Accotink Goes On

Full house at Lake Braddock debates six options to save the lake.

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Trees in Fairfax County Continue To Be Targets of Insects

Traps set for cankerworms.

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Parking Comes in Various Forms for Holiday Shoppers

Focusing on convenience and security.

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VDOT Presents Frontier Drive Extension Plans

VDOT Presents Frontier Drive Extension Plans

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New Clubhouse and Snack Bar Greet Burke Golfers

Burke Golf Course

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Rolling Road Widening Takes On New Elements

Rolling Road project

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Honoring Valor and Service

Chamber recognizes Mount Vernon police, fire.

Mount Vernon Police and Fire Honored

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Santa and Wishes Are in Place at Springfield Town Center

Santa at Springfield Town Center

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If a Tree Falls on the Road …

Although drivers and trees avoid each other, a fall could be fatal.

Roadside trees

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Telling Franconia’s Story

16th Annual Franconia History Day held on Sunday, Nov. 5

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Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters Unites Departments

Police and Fire are out of the Massey Building.