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Archive Calendar

JuneJuly 2021

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			1 FCPS leaders reflect on progress and setbacks for transgender student equity Design work on Lake Fairfax Park renovations must wait until 2025 due to “cashflow constraints” Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Fairfax County through tonight Pet of the Week: Shirley, a sweet 6-year-old collie who’s looking for a caring home Fairfax County opens survey seeking input on curbside parking in Reston Threat of eviction higher in areas hit harder by COVID-19, Fairfax County data shows Morning Notes	2 Here are Reston Now’s top stories for this week JUST IN: Town of Herndon cancels tonight’s Friday Night Live kickoff Independence Day 2021: What’s open and closed in Fairfax County? Fairfax County moves forward with new vendor on solar power initiative Most expensive homes sold in Reston in June MWAA will miss Labor Day deadline for Silver Line Phase 2, likely pushing back opening Carson Middle School graduate celebrates ascent to Scripps spelling bee semifinals Morning Notes	3	4
5	6 Fairfax County minority-owned businesses suffered “acutely” during pandemic, new report says COVID-19 transmission stays low, but Fairfax County health officials warn of Delta variant Pet of the Week: Lucy, a suspected part Maine Coon who loves bonding with people Weekly Planner: Meet the police chief, Friday Night Live!, and more Korean fried chicken restaurant now open at North Point Village Center Morning Notes	7 Planned Spring Street widening will add bicycle path, sidewalks around Herndon Parkway Fairfax County reopens most senior centers with limited activities and hours Reston rentals: July 7, 2021 After pandemic lapse, Reston Swim Team Association returns to the water Roots Music Festival returns to Lake Anne Plaza this weekend Morning Notes	8 Herndon seeks to mix up office-heavy Metro area, but questions about how to pay for it loom Police step up enforcement at Lake Anne Plaza after panhandling calls Subscribe to the free Reston Now email newsletter and never miss the latest headlines Reston Encore choral group opens registration for fall 2021 Reston Town Center joins NextStop Theatre in plot to bring Shakespeare to park Morning Notes	9 Here are Reston Now’s top stories for this week Local Girl Scout troop unleashes a tiger (mural) at Terraset Elementary School Join The Kensington Reston every Saturday in July for a summer concert Prep work begins on project to add more sidewalks along South Lakes Drive Construction on Hunter Mill Bridge over Colvin Run expected to begin this summer Morning Notes	10	11
12 Former Fairfax County students will go for the gold at Tokyo Olympics Nearly all new COVID-19 cases come from unvaccinated people as Fairfax County faces slowing demand Recently reduced properties in Reston Weekly planner: Flea market, Sunset Zoofari, and more Reston church to host blood drive in support of member Morning Notes	13 Herndon’s Worldgate fitness facility plans renovation, new programming Fairfax County board requests “comprehensive review” of COVID-19 response Pet of the Week: Zippy Zeus, a sweet, playful boy who’s ready to find his forever family Reston Community Center seeks board candidates for 2021 preference poll As vaccination rate increases slowly, Fairfax County officials try to reach those hesitating Morning Notes	14 Fairfax County schools addresses summer staffing issues for students with disabilities Fairfax County to explore possible tax on disposable plastic bags Reston Home Insider: What is title insurance and why might you need it? Major Reston IT contractor hires climate scientist Fairfax County appoints task force to review changing two Confederate highway names Morning Notes	15 Anticipated Silver Line Phase 2 delay leaves Metro treading water Fairfax County board approves Reston Gateway office space shift Recently listed Reston rentals: July 15, 2021 BREAKING: Fairfax County Public Schools superintendent will exit next year Crossfield Elementary School plans $31 million renovation and addition Morning Notes	16 Here are Reston Now’s top stories for this week FCPS moves forward with $189M COVID-19 grant, as special education concerns persist Open houses in Reston this weekend Fairfax County begins planning for 250th anniversary of America’s independence Fairfax County looks to help Lake Anne condo group amid mounting infrastructure issues Morning Notes	17	18
19 NextStop Theatre unveils shortened fall lineup, tickets on sale today COVID-19 cases return to May levels in Fairfax County Police: Herndon man charged with murder after victim discovered last night Reno of the Month: Remodeling your mid-century home in Reston? 7 issues worth watching Weekly planner: Historic desserts, fairy festival, and more FCPS updates student handbook to help protect LGBTQ rights, safety Morning Notes	20 New Pakistani restaurant in Herndon hits the spot for those craving roti with their morning coffee Fairfax County could award nearly $25 million in PIVOT grants, won’t have lottery Pet of the Week: Honey, an expert lap warmer who’ll greet you with a chirp Parents’ group files recall petition against Dranesville District school board member Virginia hits gas pedal on plans to fund infrastructure with mileage-based fees Morning Notes	21 Fairfax County schools evaluate new mask guidance, plan expected next week Fairfax County leaders question if abandoned shopping cart ordinance would work Listing of the Day: 11024 Saffold Way Fairfax County Public Schools will launch esports program this year Reston Association advises caution after algae bloom spotted at Lake Audubon Morning Notes	22 Emergency housing vouchers to help homeless, others at risk in Fairfax County Design Review Board accepts green space and street changes to plan for Reston Town Center North Recently reduced real estate in Reston Poll: Are you still wearing a face mask in public? Lake Thoreau pool renovations have final approval, construction expected to start in fall Morning Notes	23 Remains of missing Restonian Michael Delaney found in Sugarland Run, police confirm Faraday Park opens new residential tower near Wiehle Metro station Open houses in Reston this weekend Reston Community Center to start ticket sales for touring artist series in August Fairfax County seeks more feedback on community-wide strategic plan Morning Notes	24	25
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