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Stories for February 2019

Wednesday, February 27

No Property Tax Rate Increase and Fully Funded Public Schools in Fairfax County

County executive presents proposed FY 2020 budget.

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Virginia Firefighter’s Death Prompts Highway Safety Legislation

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FCPD Mourns Death of K-9 Doby

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Sharon Bulova and Sprite

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Goodbye, Dear Atlas

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Opinion: Column: The Following is a Test

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Giving Up the Car Keys?

Recognizing warning signs that it might be time to stop driving.

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NRA Receives two Valentine’s Day Visits from Protesters

U.S. Congress addresses gun violence epidemic in House committee for the first time in six years.

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Opinion: Editorial: Consider a Greyhound

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Monday, February 25

Area Players Receive All-District Basketball Honors

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Friday, February 22

‘This Drive Will Help Us Restock’ in Fairfax

Britepaths holds Stuff the Bus event at Walmart.

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Wednesday, February 20

Creativity Within the Bounds is Behind Daniels Remodeling

Local husband-wife efforts are awarded.

Daniels Remodeling

Tuesday, February 19

Opinion: Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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Opinion: Column: Enough About Cancer

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Virginia Joins States to Sue Trump Over Wall Funding

Concern over loss of funds for local military bases.

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Virginia General Assembly Repeals ‘Jim Crow’ Minimum Wage Exemptions

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Law Would Protect Elderly Against Financial Crimes in Virginia

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Fairfax Adult Softball Holds Record-setting Fundraiser

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Tolls Off the Table for Fairfax County Parkways

Public opposes Express Toll Lanes on Fairfax County and Franconia-Springfield Parkways.

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During Black History Month: A Look at African American Art in Arlington

Promoting and preserving a part of history.

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Friday, February 15

Sparkling Wit and Magical Love Potion in Fairfax

Virginia Opera brings ‘The Elixir of Love’ to the Center for the Arts.

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Fairfax City Shows its Mason Spirit

Activities slated for GMU’s Homecoming Week.

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Bringing Valentine Joy to Children

Volunteers unite during MLK weekend project.

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‘Passionate Educator and Born Leader’ in Fairfax

Lyons named Fairfax Pyramid Teacher of Year.

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Kidsafe Center Opens in Burke

Robin Hill Insurance sponsors Virginia’s First Operation Kidsafe Center.

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Glamour and Vitality of Circus Life Comes Alive in Fairfax

Cirque Mechanics comes to Center for the Arts.

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Pets Bring Joy Launches New Cat Adoption Venue in Fairfax

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Tuesday, February 12

Promoting Early Learning in Virginia

Volcansek heads 1,100-member Northern Virginia Association for the Education of Young Children.

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E-bikes: Friend or Foe in Virginia?

Parks agencies present proposed changes allowing e-bikes on their trails.

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Black Leaders Call for Forgiveness for Governor Northam

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‘Profound Regret’ for History of Lynchings in Virginia

General Assembly seeks reconciliation.

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Monday, February 11

‘Living Coral’ Named 2019 Color of the Year

Can help to brighten a space lacking natural light.

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VCU Yearbooks Had Blackface Photos as Recently as ’89

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Virginia Lawmakers Pass Bill Allowing Prices in Happy Hour Ads

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Fairfax County School Board Adopts FY 2020 Advertised Budget

Budget prioritizes employee compensation with $55.2 million more for teacher salary scales.

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Opinion: Column: So Far, So Good

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Film Celebrates Diversity

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Friday, February 8

Chocolate Treats, Sweet to Eat in Fairfax

Last weekend’s Taste of Chocolate at the Fairfax Chocolate Lovers Festival had sweet treats galore.

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‘You Can Tell How Beloved He Is’ in Fairfax

Old Lee Hills community honors longtime mailman.

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Wednesday, February 6

Senior and Student Housing Eyed for Braddock Corridor

Transportation the focus of the meeting at Good Shepherd.

Braddock Rd. meeting

American Heart Month

Making healthy diet and exercise choices are two keys to preventing heart disease.

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As Virginia Redistricting Plans Advance, Advocates Slam House Bill

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Focus on Safer Driving in Virginia

General Assembly bans holding cellphones while driving.

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Sheltering Homeless Neighbors in Fairfax County

Extreme cold sees increased need.

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‘A Decade of Transformation – a Future of Opportunity’

NoVa Chamber hosts 27th Annual Economic Conference.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Assistance League Receives Grant

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Re-think Spraying

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Extremely Disappointed

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Protecting Human Rights Advocates

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Common-sense Measures

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Amending the 2019 Wish List

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Opinion: Column: My Own Sort of Groundhog Day

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Tuesday, February 5

Virginia GOP, Dems Clash Over Abortion Bill

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Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Facing State Tax Increase

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‘We Built This City’ Together in Fairfax

Robinson’s Rambunctious Theatre Company puts on ‘Rock of Ages: Middle School Edition.’

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Stepping Up As the Government Shut Down

Area businesses offer support for government employees affected by shutdown.

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More Than 8,900 New Jobs in Fairfax County

The 2018 job announcements were notable for the diversity of businesses involved.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Successful Program Goes Countywide

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Dining: Indian Dishes with Contemporary Edge in Fairfax

Restaurant Review: Bollywood Bistro.

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‘I’ve Got a Golden Ticket’ in City of Fairfax

New contest is added to the chocolate festival.

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Female Chief to Lead Fairfax City Police

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Monday, February 4

Three Apparent Weather-Related Deaths Investigated

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Drones to Help with Public Safety in Fairfax County?

County Presents Draft Proposal for drone program at public meetings.

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Friday, February 1

Editorial: Be Part of the Pet Connection

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