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Mercia Hobson

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Local Author’s Book, ‘The Cellar Below the Cellar'

Dark text lures readers 13+ into modern survival with ancient folklore.

Author

Vet’s Eye for Greatness

Defies odds in the sport of horse racing.

Horses

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Board of Supervisors Approves FY27 Budget Markup

Tax rate cut, schools underfunded, economic uncertainty reserve increases.

Budget

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Bounty of Farmers Markets in Fairfax County

Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.

Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.

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Governor Vetos SB 756

Surovell, McKay and No Fairfax Casino release statements.

casino

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Opposing Sides on Redistricting Referendum

What happens if voters say “yes”?

Redistricting

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FCPS Board Approves 2026-27 School Year Calendar

Forty days off during school year is a flashpoint for some parents; 33 approved for upcoming year.

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The Power of a Referendum

‘We are Fairfax,’ chanted union members at a rally for the Tysons Entertainment District

Casino

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Do These Districts Have a Future?

Two locals battle for a possible new Democratic seat in Congress.

New district

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Is Tech a Stable, Lifelong Career Path?

Local author of ‘Impossibly Hard: What’s Driving High Turnover in Tech?’ says there are risks.

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