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Aug. 31

• Back to School Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Reminders (Aug. 31, 2011)
• Major Track Work on Metro Orange and Blue Lines Labor Day Weekend (Aug. 31, 2011)
• Riverbend Park Gains Recognition As Underground Railroad Site (Aug. 31, 2011)
• "All Fairfax Reads" Events in Sept. Focus on Nepal and the Book Little Princes (Aug. 31, 2011)
• Virginia Task Force 1 Returning from Connecticut (Aug. 31, 2011)
• Video: Fire and Rescue Department’s Haircuts for School (Aug. 31, 2011)
• August ESF-15 Business/Nonprofit Update Newsletter is Available Online (PDF) (Aug. 31, 2011)

Aug. 30

• Farmers Markets Remain Open Into the Fall (Aug. 30, 2011)
• 26 Fairfax County Firms on 2011 Inc. Magazine List of 500 Fastest Growing Companies (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Officers Involved in Shooting of Armed Man in Centreville Area Cleared by Commonwealth's Attorney (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Bank Robbery in Burke (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Sept. 1 Information Meeting on First Tysons Rezoning Application (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Fairfax Inspectors Help Louisa County Assess Quake Damage (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Audio: Listen to the Latest News to Use and Health and Safety Podcasts (Aug. 30, 2011)
• Firefighters to Distribute Backpacks and School Supplies Sept. 1 (Aug. 30, 2011)

Aug. 29

• Business Compliance Checks in McLean Police District (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Residents Invited to Fairfax County's 9-11 Tenth Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Lincolnia Senior Center Closed Monday Due to Power Outage (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Use Chainsaws Safely During Storm Cleanup (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Dominion Virginia Power Restoration Update (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Smoke Alarms Alert Occupants to Apartment Fire (Aug. 29, 2011)
• New Rabies Door-To-Door Notification Plan (Aug. 29, 2011)
• Burglary/Abduction/Assault in Franconia (Aug. 29, 2011)

Aug. 26

• Pet Preparedness Tips for Hurricane Irene (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Digital Preparedness Kit (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Video: Fairfax County Prepares for Irene (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Video: Preparing for Hurricane Irene on Friday (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Hurricane Irene Online Discussion Transcript (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Safety Tips for Construction Sites and Homeowners (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Plan Alternative Power for Medicine, Special Needs (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Virginia Task Force 1 Activated to North Carolina (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Weekender: Begonia Show, Pond Life Exploration, Kayak Tour (Aug. 26, 2011)
• Video: Ways To Stay Informed In Fairfax County (Aug. 26, 2011)

Aug. 25

• Preparing for Hurricane Irene (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Fairfax County Launches New Emergency Information Blog (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Fairfax Connector Implements South County Service Changes Sept. 3 (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Fairfax County Recycling and Disposal Facilities Open on Labor Day (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Partner Update: CSB Intensive Community Treatment Pilot Yields Great Outcomes (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Video: Doggie Swim at Lee District RECenter (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Earthquakes and Hurricanes: Are You Prepared? (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Health Officials Provide Post-Earthquake Advice to Well Owners (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Sheriff’s Child Safety Seat Inspection on Saturday (Aug. 25, 2011)
• Fatal Crash in Fairfax (Aug. 25, 2011)

Aug. 24

• Pohick and City of Fairfax Regional Libraries Reopened Today at 1 p.m. (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Send In Questions for Aug. 26 Online Chat on Hurricane Irene & Earthquakes (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Health Department's Springfield Clinic Closed Today (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Pohick and City of Fairfax Regional Libraries Closed Today Due to Quake (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Building Safety Tips Following Yesterday's Earthquake (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Register for Free Telephone Support Groups for Family Caregivers (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Virginia Indian Festival on Sept. 10 Showcases Native Arts (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Patriotic Quilts Featured at Sully Quilt & Textile Show on Sept. 11 (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Author Edward Jaffee Discuss His Book at Pohick Library on Sept. 12 (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Sign up for Independent Living Project for Older Adults in Reston (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Mason District Park Festival on Sept. 24 (Aug. 24, 2011)
• Register for Independent Living Project for Older Adults in Braddock (Aug. 24, 2011)

Aug. 23

• Primary Election Results Available After 7 p.m. (Aug. 23, 2011)
• Develop a Family Emergency Communications Plan (Aug. 23, 2011) 
• Statement from Chairman Bulova Following Earthquake (Aug. 23. 2011)
  
• View Earthquake Status Updates (Aug. 23, 2011)
• Earthquake Preparedness Tips (Aug. 23, 2011)
• Submit Questions Now for Upcoming "OEM Live" Program on Emergency Preparedness (Aug. 23, 2011)
• 10th Annual Community Springfield BridgeWalk Aug. 30 (PDF) (Aug. 23, 2011)
• Fairfax County to Host Document Shredding Event This Saturday, Aug. 27 (Aug. 23, 2011)

Aug. 22

• August 26 is Women's Equality Day (Aug. 22, 2011)
• EDA Works with Businesses to Add Almost 800 Jobs to Local Economy (Aug. 22, 2011)
• Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Aug. 22, 2011)
• Health Department Offers Extended Clinic Hours for Required Immunizations (Aug. 22, 2011)
• Firefighters Sponsor Children's Haircuts Aug. 29 in Alexandria (Aug. 22, 2011)
• BWI Checkpoint Results at Occoquan Regional Park Marina (Aug. 22, 2011)
• Health Officials Inform Travelers of Possible Measles Exposure (Aug. 22, 2011)
• Calling All “Fishtastic” Kids to Riverbend Park on Aug. 29 (PDF) (Aug. 22, 2011)

Aug. 19

• BWI Marine Patrol Check Point at Occoquan Park Marina (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Discover Underwater Life at Walney Pond Aug. 27 (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Lightning Strike Causes Herndon House Fire (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Learn About Owls 'Round the Campfire at Hidden Oaks Aug. 27 (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Video: Frying Pan Farm Park Summer Fun Series: The Great Zucchini (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Fairfax County Parkway Public Meeting in Springfield Aug. 24 (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Weekender: Dogs on a Boat, Historic Home Remedies and Create Ice Cream (Aug. 19, 2011)
• Experience Summer Entertainment Performances in the Parks (Aug. 19, 2011) 

Aug. 18

• Dozens of Chickens Killed in Fair Oaks Area (Aug. 18, 2011)
• Delays Expected on Connector Bus Routes Due to 9/11 Motorcycle Ride (Aug. 18, 2011)
• Lane/Ramp Closures on Dulles Toll Road Friday Afternoon (Aug. 18, 2011)
• Major Traffic Delays Friday Afternoon on I-66 and Route 267 (PDF) (Aug. 18, 2011)
• Sunset Hills Park and Ride Bus Stops Closed Aug. 20-21 for Repaving (Aug. 18, 2011)
• Lake Accotink Park Features a Canine Cruise (Aug. 18, 2011)

Aug. 17

• Bank Robbery in the Burke Area (Aug. 17, 2011)
• Video: Preparing For All Hazards: Family Emergency Preparedness Plan (Aug. 17, 2011)
• Expand Culinary Knowledge at Green Springs' Vinegar Tasting Party (Aug. 17, 2011)
• Hidden Oaks Naturalists Release Snapping Turtle Hatchlings (Aug. 17, 2011)
• Champions of Character Awards Nomination Deadline Extended to Sept. 12 (Aug. 17, 2011)
• Fairfax County to Host Recycling Events Aug. 27 and 28 (Aug. 17, 2011)

Aug. 16

• Major Traffic Gridlock Expected Friday for 9/11 Anniversary Motorcycle Ride (PDF) (Aug. 16, 2011)
• View Map of 9/11 Motorcycle Ride Route (PDF) (Aug. 16, 2011)
• Five Locations Charged with Illegal Sale of Alcohol to a Minor (Aug. 16, 2011)
• Lee District RECenter Invites Dogs in for a Swim Aug. 23 (Aug. 16, 2011)
• Final Census Population and Housing Data Now Available (Aug. 16, 2011) 
• Video: Use Rain Barrels to Protect the Environment (Aug. 16, 2011)

Aug. 15

• Summer Entertainment Events on Wednesday, Aug. 17 (Aug. 15, 2011)
• Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Aug. 15, 2011)
• Church Fire in Springfield Area (Aug. 15, 2011)
• Fatal Crash in Fairfax Area Sunday, Aug. 14 (Aug. 15, 2011)
• Labor Day Holiday Schedule for Fairfax County Government (Aug. 15, 2011)

Aug. 12

• Video: 150^th Anniversary of the Civil War (Aug. 12, 2011)
• Police Establish Retail Serial Assault Task Force (Aug. 12, 2011)
• Accidental House Fire in Great Falls (Aug. 12, 2011)
• Gallows and Braddock Road Bridges Over the Beltway Reopen Today (Aug. 12, 2011)
• Weekender: A Little Night Music, Art Walk and Kayak Tour (Aug. 12, 2011)
• Video: Sheriff’s Office Offers Free Child IDs to Parents (Aug. 12, 2011)

Aug. 11

• Triple Fatal Car Crash Near Backlick Road in Newington Area (Aug. 11)
• Northern Va. Leaders Ask State to Meet Funding Responsibilities (Aug. 11)
• Gunfire-Like Noises May Be Heard at Dulles Expo Center Today (Aug. 11)
• August “Emergency Preparedness” Newsletter is Now Online (PDF) (Aug. 11)
• Public Hearing on McLean Community Center 2013 Budget on Sept. 20 (Aug. 11)
• Fall Registration for McLean Community Center Begins Aug. 22 (Aug. 11)
• Cynthia Jacobs Carter Appointed to Foundation Board (Aug. 11)
• Park Authority Announces 2011 Elly Doyle Award Winners (Aug. 11)
• Plant Propagation Class at Green Spring Gardens on Aug. 13 (Aug. 11)

Aug. 10

• Seeking Public Input on Improving Land Use Review Process (Aug. 10, 2011)
• Audio: Listen to the Latest News to Use and Health and Safety Podcasts (Aug. 10, 2011)
• Follow Consumer Affairs on Facebook for Tips (Aug. 10, 2011)
• Korean Heritage Night Aug. 14 (Aug. 10, 2011)
• Auxiliary Police Officers Mark 1 Million Hours of Volunteer Service (Aug. 10, 2011)

Aug. 9

• Update: Police Seek Information on Vehicle (Aug. 9, 2011)
• Civil War Weekend Brings Back the Past (Aug. 9, 2011)
• Learn About Social Media, 7 p.m., Aug. 11, Richard Byrd Library (Aug. 9, 2011)
• Video: Fairfax County 4-H Fair & Frying Pan Farm Park Show (Aug. 9, 2011)

Aug. 8

• Va. to Address Mark Center Congestion with Traffic Management Plan and Task Force (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Gunston Fireboat Assists in House Fire (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Deer Management Public Meetings Set to Begin (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Park Foundation Announces Eakin Philanthropy Award Recipients (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Schedules and Maps Now Online for BRAC and South County Changes (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Tips for Consumers: Financial Fitness (Aug. 8, 2011)
• Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Aug. 8, 2011)

Aug. 5

• Crime Solvers Seeks Man Wanted for Parental Abduction (Aug. 5, 2011)
• UPDATE: Police Seek Public's Help in Abduction/Robbery (Aug. 5, 2011)
• Register for Aug. 16 Korean-Speaking Caregiver Telephone Support Group (Aug. 5, 2011)
• Dairy Days at Sully Historic Site Aug. 19 and 26 (Aug. 5, 2011)
• I-66 Pilot Program to Display Travel Times at Selected Locations (Aug. 5, 2011)
• Office for Children Participates in National Dance Day (Aug. 5, 2011)
• UPDATE: Driver Charged in Fatal Crash (Aug. 5, 2011)

Aug. 4

• Weekender: 4-H Fair, Starlight Cinema, Farmers Markets and More (Aug. 4, 2011)
• Office for Children Offers School Readiness Resources to Families (Aug. 4, 2011)
• Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested in Lorton Area (Aug. 4, 2011)
• Shape the Library's Future: Talk with the Director, Aug. 9 (Aug. 4, 2011)
• New Rules for Diversion on Summons for Possession of Marijuana (Aug. 4, 2011)
• Video: Fairfax County's Redistricting Public Service Announcement (Aug. 4, 2011)

Aug. 3

• Photos: Students with Disabilities' Summer Internship Program Luncheon (Aug. 3, 2011)
• Apple Federal Credit Union Robbery Suspect Arrested (Aug. 3, 2011)
• Serial Cutter: Police Release Video of Suspect (Aug. 3, 2011)
• Watch August "County Magazine": Rain Barrels, “Green” Library, Summer Food Safety Quiz (Aug. 3, 2011)
• Children's Book Illustrator Signing and Drawing at Frying Pan Farm Park 4-H Fair Aug. 6 (Aug. 3, 2011)
• Starlight Cinema Family Movie Saturdays Begin Aug. 6 with "Despicable Me" (Aug. 3, 2011)

Aug. 2

• Office for Children Can Help New Parents Find Child Care (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Serial Cutter: New Case Reported (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Sprinkler Extinguishes Apartment Fire (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Charges Placed in Fatal Crash (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Courthouse Closed Today, Aug. 2, Due to Power Outage (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Annual Virginia Tax Holiday this Weekend Applies to School Supplies, Clothing Purchases (Aug. 2, 2011)
• Community Fun Day at Pinn Community Center this Friday (Aug. 2, 2011)

Aug. 1

• Video of Apple Federal Credit Union Robbery Suspect (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Suspect Sketch in July19 Mount Vernon Area Carjacking (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Grill Causes House Fire in Alexandria Area  (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Centreville Townhouse Fire (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Meet Your Neighbors Aug. 2 at National Night Out (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Low-Cost Rabies Clinic Aug. 7 (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Police Release Sketch of Suspect in Herndon Area Incident (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Grammy-Nominated Folksinger John McCutcheon at Nottoway Park Aug. 4 (Aug. 1, 2011)
• Family Fun at the 4-H Fair Aug. 5-7 (Aug. 1, 2011)

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