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Super Heroes Splash and Dash in Reston
Aquathlon draws 150 participants as it raises funds for ‘Kids Helping Kids.’

Reston Splash & Dash Will Make Children Feel Like Superheroes
Locally Acclaimed Musician Ted Graber to produce & entertain at the event.
Volunteerism At Its CORE
Second annual Reston Superhero Splash & Dash introduces young athletes to multisport lifestyle.
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Fairfax County School Board Celebrates Class of 2020
Superintendent Scott Brabrand releases Board decisions.
Superintendent Scott Brabrand dashed any remaining hopes of summer in-person commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2020. After receiving results from high school students and parents on his Survey on Graduation Preferences, Brabrand said the School Board agreed on his recommended approach. They committed to celebrating the seniors "in the safest and most personalized manner possible."
Reston Celebrates ‘Flavors of Fall’
Family-friendly festival features craft beers, ciders and local cuisines.

Looking Desperately for Holiday Santa Stars
Bob Nelson provides support to military families this COVID-19 holiday season.
For over ten years, long-time Great Falls resident and businessman Bob Nelson hosted his Military Appreciation Monday dinners at the Old Brogue, raising funds to support various United States military organizations at the twice-monthly events.

Motorcycle Rodeo Champion
Herndon's own Sgt. Bobby Galpin sweeps Mid-Atlantic Police Motorcycle Rodeo competition.

Honoring Bob Alden
A community leader who worked to establish the McLean Community Center, McLean Central Park and Dolley Madison Library, died on June 7, 2020.
Robert (Bob) Ames Alden, a community leader who worked to establish the McLean Community Center, McLean Central Park and Dolley Madison Library, passed away on June 7, 2020, at his McLean home at the age of 87.
COVID Can’t Stop the Spirit in Herndon
Historic Haunted Herndon House staged for the season
Bob Mathews and Colleen Delawder are the perfect couple, at least when it comes to their customized Herndon Halloween House on Spring Street.
Obituary: A Life Well-Lived
Robert A. Shawn of Herndon dies shortly after 100th birthday.
Robert A. Shawn passed away at home on Sunday, May 24, 2020. Born May 6, 1920, "Colonel Bob" celebrated his 100th birthday two and half weeks before his passing.

Car, Truck, and Bike Show Returns to Historic Downtown District
See restored, customized, and retro-mod vehicles; talk to the owners.
Col. ‘Bob’ Honored in Herndon on 100th Birthday
Drive-by birthday parade for centenarian, retired fighter pilot Col. Robert A. Shawn.
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Covering Fairfax County Concerns
Twitter Q & A with Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.
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Military Appreciation Mondays Are Back
First dinner in the series supports Semper Fi and America's Fund.
First dinner in the series supports Semper Fi and America's Fund.

Reston Association State of the Environment Report 2020
Highlights bring to life what is good, fair and poor environmentally; The Greatest Zoom on Reston Thursday, Dec. 17.
Anyone who has met Doug Britt of Reston knows he has a wealth of information on the creepy, crawly, slimy, majestic, utterly beautiful creatures, insects, and flora that call Reston home.
Seeking Gift Support for Military Families in Need; MAM and Elizabeth Dole Foundation join forces for the children.
Military Appreciation Mondays works with Elizabeth Dole Foundation to make Christmas bright.
Great Falls Rotary Club Donates to Cornerstones
Gift baskets for children and youth at Neighborhood Resource Center in Herndon.
The Rotary Club of Great Falls donated 40 'End of the Year' baskets to Cornerstones in Reston for its Out-of-School Youth Program for elementary and middle school students.
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