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When the Reston Association refused to act on the gardeners' request to install security cameras, one of them installed their own.
When the Reston Association refused to act on the gardeners' request to install security cameras, one of them installed their own. (Linda Campbell)

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Late-Night Thieves Ransack 2 Reston Community Gardens

Late-night thieves stole hundreds of dollars worth of plants from two community garden plots in Hunters Woods Park in Reston. A surveillance camera captured images of two individuals removing plants around 4 a.m. to 5 a.m., one night last week.

Gar-Field High School Announces New Mascot Finalists

Gar-Field High School has identified four finalists for its new mascot, according a letter sent to community members on Tuesday. Community members have until Tuesday, May 11 to vote for their favorite mascot online.

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How Virginia Congressional Delegation Scored On Bipartisan Index

Are members of Congress from Virginia and others more divided than ever? They may be more united than you think, according to new rankings by The Lugar Center and the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University.

Use Of Force In Fairfax Chief's Past Lingers As He Touts Reforms

New Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis, who has been under a swirl of controversy since news emerged about lawsuits from his past, fielded questions from the public Thursday night during a call-in meeting.

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Wolf Trap Summer 2021 Tickets On Sale To Public

As Wolf Trap prepares for the 50th anniversary season of the Filene Center, tickets are now available for the first summer 2021 performances.

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