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Patch's House & Home
Hatfields & McCoys: A Feud Story for the Record Books
The History Channel's three-night saga "Hatfields and McCoys" ended Wednesday night, and it has been the topic around water coolers ever since. The finale of the historic TV minise...
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Summer
Storm: Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued
Update 5:11 p.m. Friday - There is now a tornado warning in southeastern Fairfax County until 5:45 p.m. and a severe thunderstorm warning in southern Fairfax County until 5:30 p.m. I...
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Government
Fairfax County Prepares for Mosquito Season
Mosquitoes could be bugging and biting Fairfax County residents earlier this year after a warm winter and a rain-heavy spring. Glen Barbour, public safety information officer for the...
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Government
Virginia Health Department Offers Tips for Recreational Water Activities
As warmer weather moves in and Virginians head to the beaches and pools, the Commonwealth’s Department of Health reminds people to follow basic guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable e...
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Government
Tips for Going to the National Memorial Day Concert in D.C.
The 23rd annual National Memorial Day Concert, set for Sunday from 8-9:30 p.m. on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, has another stellar lineup this year, including performances by rock b...
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Summer
Save Your Skin on 'Don't Fry Day'
Don’t forget your sunscreen this Memorial Day weekend. The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have deemed the Friday before Mem...
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Business
Wednesday is SlurpFree Day at 7-Eleven Stores
Slurpee fans can get their brain freezes and sugar highs for free this week. Participating stores in the 7-Eleven chain are giving away free, 7.11-ounce cups of the popular frozen dr...
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Local Connections
Springfield 15K/5K - On Your Mark, Get Set
The third annual running of the Springfield 15K/5K will be held the morning of Saturday, June 2, at Robert E. Lee High School. In 2010, the Springfield 15K/5K was established as one ...