Monday Morning Rundown

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Goodbye, Governor — Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell  reflects on his term, the scandals and the future of the Commonwealth as he prepares to turn over the office to Terry McAuliffe in early January. [Fairfax Times]

Herndon Fire Damage Small Thanks to Neighbor — An resident at a Herndon apartment complex called 911, saving her neighbor’s unit from extensive damage. [Fairfax Times]

Checking in With RDGLDGRN — The Reston-based go-go influenced band gained national prominence in 2013 [Washington Post]

State Appointment for Former GOP Candidate — Patrick Murray, the two-time unsuccessful Republican challenger to Rep. Jim Moran (D), has received a state appointment from Gov. Bob McDonnell (R). Murray, a retired U.S. Army colonel, was appointed to the Board of Veterans Services. [Commonwealth of Virginia]

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