Mercia Hobson

Freelance Reporter

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Cornerstones Seeks Cook Volunteers and Donors

Small act of kindness makes big impact.

Small act of kindness makes big impact.

Centreville Immigration Forum 2024 Honorees

Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.

Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.

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USGS Headquarters in Reston Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.

Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.

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Great Places According to Dogs

Volunteers and staff of Fairfax County Animal Shelter share their favorite dog-friendly places

Great Places According to Dogs

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Fairfax County Is Doggone Friendly

Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.

Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.

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Supervisors Approve New Requirements for Data Centers

Stricter standards elicit reactions during and after vote.

On Sept. 10, following extensive community engagement efforts that helped shape the final recommendations presented to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors, the Board approved the long-awaited Data Center Zoning Ordinance by a vote of 8-2.

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County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax

County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax

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Can U.S. Citizens Experiencing Homelessness Vote?

Registering with no fixed address.

Registering with no fixed address.

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County Clears Two Homeless Encampments

Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.

Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.

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Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’

Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’

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