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The Herndon Town Council approved a plan in October 2015 that included removing the tree that workers chopped down Tuesday morning.
The Herndon Town Council approved a plan in October 2015 that included removing the tree that workers chopped down Tuesday morning. (Alexandra Cummings)

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Removal Of Old Tree On Elden Street Surprises Herndon Community

The removal of a large tree as part of the Center Street and Elden Street Improvements Project Tuesday caught many town residents by surprise.

DC Woman Gets 1-Year Sentence For Stealing $200K From Nonprofits

A Washington, D.C. woman was sentenced to just over one-year in prison for attempting to steal more than $200,000 from two nonprofit organizations for which she previously worked, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia.

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Tax On Out-Of-State License Plates Approved By County Supervisors

A new fine targeting residents who do not register their vehicles or use Virginia license plates was approved by the Prince William Board of County Supervisors on Tuesday. The new ordinance was approved with a 7-1 vote.

Cigarette Tax To Be Discussed By Loudoun County Supervisors

Cigarettes in Loudoun County may be getting more expensive under a new proposal being considered by the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. On Wednesday night, supervisors will vote on a proposal to levy a $0.40 tax on any pack of cigarettes sold in the county.

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National Search To Replace Alexandria City Manager Begins

Alexandria City Council announced Wednesday it is launching the national search for a new city manager. City Manager Mark Jinks announced his upcoming retirement in June and will remain in the position until a replacement is hired. City Council expected the selection of a new city manager will happen by the end of 2021.

$1 Million Lottery Prize Awarded To Spotsylvania Woman

A woman from Spotsylvania County won a $1 million grand prize from the Virginia Lottery last month. The woman, Karen Deskins, won the top prize through a drawing in the Commonwealth Second Chance promotion.

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