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Mission: Beautification in Alexandria

Boys & Girls Club joins with Starbucks on beautification efforts.

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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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Shopping Center Set for a Facelift

‘New and improved’ will be the mantra for the Old Keene Mill Shopping Center.

’New and improved’ will be the mantra for the Old Keene Mill Shopping Center.

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Scout Project Fixes Church Outdoor Worship Area

And honors fallen Scout.

Eagle scout project

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One Super Commuter Loves the EBike Proposal

Officials eyeing rules to allow e-bikes on area bike trails.

Rules about ebikes

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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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Shooting in Springfield Leaves Three Dead

Shooting in Springfield Leaves Three Dead

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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

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First Signs of the TSA Complex Appear in Springfield

First Signs of the TSA Complex Appear in Springfield

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Burke Resident Is the Driving Force Behind Video Magic

Local video production company creates marketing videos.

Burke Resident Is the Driving Force Behind Video Magic

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Dinner Across Political Divide

West Springfield’s Young Democrats and the Conservative Club came together to host potluck dinner for furloughed government employees.

Potluck dinner for furloughed government employees.

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Furloughed Government Employees Burn off Stress at SkyZone

Climbing, dodgeball and more are free for furloughed employees every Thursday in January.

Furloughed Government Employees Burn off Stress at SkyZone

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Furloughed Government Employees Burn off Stress

Climbing, dodgeball and more at SkyZone are free for every Thursday in January.

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Dining: Local Goods on the Menu at Springfield Town Center

Freshness and locally sourced foods to highlight menu at new restaurant Maggie McFly's.

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Valentine’s Roses Come Early in Burke

The red rose is the flower of choice at Flowers ‘n’ Ferns in Burke

The red rose is the flower of choice at Flowers ‘n’ Ferns in Burke

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A Snow Day Turns Into a Sledding Day

Sledding and Snowboarding in Springfield

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Parkway Widening Crosses Another Hurdle

Cut-through traffic becomes the issue for the Burke Centre attendees.

Fairfax County Parkway widening inches along.

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Burke Gems & Beads in a Business of Beauty

After seven years, local bead artists have found a niche.

Burke bead shop.

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Neighborhood Wildlife Falls Victim to Metro Mowers

Milkweed and other butterfly and bee friendly plants cut to ground level.

Milkweed and other butterfly and bee friendly plants cut to ground level by Metro mowers.

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Backpacking the World Landed Couple in Alexandria

House-sitting and laptop computer jobs became their way of life

House-sitting and laptop computer jobs became the way of life for one couple

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Panhandling at the Traffic Signals is Picking Up in Area

Officials looking for alternatives to handing out spare change.

Panhandling

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Lorton Intersection Looked at for Change

Traffic addressed at Lorton Road and Silverbrook.

Lorton Road intersection

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Plan for Stream Restoration Includes Cutting Down Trees

Pike’s Branch in Alexandria is under VDOT’s microscope.

Pike's Branch

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Santa and S'mores at Lake Accotink

Holiday at Lake Accotink

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Holiday Extravaganza at South County High

School raises funds and community service hours.

Holiday Extravaganza at South County High

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Small Business, Small Church Host a Festive Evening

Nalls and Kingstowne Communion both have roots in the surrounding community.

Christmas at Nalls

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Small Business Saturday Defies Soaking Rain

Small business Saturday in Springfield, Burke

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Burke Has a Heart of Gold Somewhere

Local gold prospecting pays off in tiny amounts.

Gold found in area.

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One-Lane Underpass Now Seeing Backups

Changes to the outdated underpass at Cinder Bed Road being studied.

Changes to Underpass Studied

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Mount Vernon By Bike Fosters Exploring

Two-wheelers star in third annual Tour de Mount Vernon.

Tour De Mount Vernon bike ride

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Hunger Walk Helps Those in Need

Fundraiser helps many without food locally and nationally.

CROP walk

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Pedestrian Bridge Meetings Narrow it Down

Second Braddock Road pedestrian workshop supports bridge crossing Braddock Road.

Braddock Road pedestrian bridges.

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Mediterranean Grill Expands in Springfield

Free giveaway on opening day

Springfield restaurant opens.

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Environment Expo Examines Local Challenges

Event gets participants involved.

Mount Vernon looks at environment

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Teen Star and Photography Buff Comes to Town

Keenan Allen displays his laid back, Hollywood side.

Keenan Allen book signing at Springfield Town Center

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FABB Seeks Bike Connectivity

County supervisors highlight bike efforts in Mount Vernon and Lee Districts.

Bicycling in Mount Vernon

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Bike Connectivity Part of Discussion at FABB Meeting

County supervisors highlight bike efforts in Mount Vernon and Lee Districts.

Biking plans for area examined

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Rocky Horror at the Workhouse

Local talent, up and coming performers make the horror classic.

Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Workhouse in Lorton

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Rocky Horror at the Workhouse

Local talent, up and coming performers make the horror classic.

Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Workhouse in Lorton

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West Springfield Spartans Raise Funds for Student Activities

West Springfield High School fundraiser.

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The Church Oktoberfest Preaches Inclusivity

Multi-ethnic event was a hit in a diverse community.

Oktoberfest at Church includes all

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Healing at ‘Empirical Grace’

West Springfield alumni opens acupuncture office in Springfield.

Acupuncture in Springfield