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Immigrants Face New Fears Locally

Governor orders local ICE cooperation

The attention of northern Virginians has been captive to the uncertainties of agency dissolutions, federal employee terminations and layoffs impacting neighbors living here.

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Immigration Raids Evoke Horror in Fairfax County

Three so far this week; more expected.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids are sweeping across Northern Virginia this week.

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New Butchery Opens in Mount Vernon: The Cut

The Mount Vernon area got a special valentine on Feb. 14 when The Cut, a new European-style butchery opened in the Hollin Hall Shopping Center.

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Restoring a Stream, Removing an Eyesore on U.S. 1

To most people whizzing by the desolate-looking property at 8800 Richmond Highway (U.S. 1) largely devoid of life, with a gravel parking lot and an empty roadside sign frame looming, it’s a mystery.

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Board of Supervisors, School Board Joint Meeting

Given project revenue increases, FCPS reports a negative $149.62 million available balance for meeting FY 2026 requirements.

$149.62 million

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Dominion Energy Clear-Cuts Four Miles Along W&OD Trail

Officials react as Dominion rejects long standing agreements.

Dominion

Community News at a Glance: The 2025 Chief vs. Chief Adoption Bowl

Four days of free adoptions for dogs 45 pounds or more.

Community News at a Glance

Supervisors React to Budget Prospects

Some comments were lightly edited for clarity.

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Is Help On The Way?

Thousands of federal employees and contractors fired or furloughed; more in the works.

Federal Workers

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Annual Town Hall Meeting Takes Flight Across Mount Vernon

It was the 38th Annual Town Hall Meeting

It was the 38th Annual Town Hall Meeting

Park Authority Open Hire Events for Newly Renovated Mount Vernon Rec Center

Park Authority Open Hire Events for Newly Renovated Mount Vernon Rec Center

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Barn at Grist Mill Park Slated for a Restaurant and Community Hub

Plans presented to the county are waiting to be solidified.

Mount Vernon barn plans. Photos by Robot Down Media

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Remembering Local Victims of Jan. 29 Plane Crash

Remembering Local Victims of Jan. 29 Plane Crash