Monday Morning Rundown

Lake Anne from Heron House

New Rules For Senior Drivers — Anew Virginia law goes into effect Jan. 1 that requires drivers to renew their license in person starting at age 75 instead of 80. Drivers 75 and older will also not be able to renew electronically or by mail. [NBC29.com]

Christmas Tree Recycling — If you have Fairfax County trash collection, you can recycle your live Christmas tree (less than 8 feet) on your normal collection date. The cost is included as part of your regular, paid collection service.  For larger trees, contact your collector for recycling instructions. Christmas trees may also be recycled during the first two weeks in January at either the I-66 Transfer Station or the I-95 Landfill Complex. There is a small processing fee of $1 per tree. If you have private trash service, check with your trash company.

Reston Association Pool Earns Kudos — The Virginia Recreation and Parks Society recently named Reston Association the winner in the Best New Renovation/Addition — Bricks and Mortar category for its renovation of Dogwood Pool. [Reston Association]

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Morning Notes

The splash pad at the Mosaic District in Merrifield has been turned on (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Congress Approves More National Airport Flights — “More long-haul flights are coming…

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