Star Wars fanatics have been searching high and low for Baby Yoda merchandise since “The Mandalorian” debuted on Disney+ last fall, but many are still empty-handed. When the character was introduced to audiences in the show’s first episode, it immediately set off an internet frenzy, fueled by memes of the tiny robe-clad alien behaving mischievously or simply sipping a hot beverage. But while the
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U.S. Navy Capt. Brian Freck of Vienna recently assumed duties as commanding officer of the guided-missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) during a change-of-command ceremony onboard Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Bangor, Washington, on Jan. 21.Freck relieved Capt. Andy Kimsey, from Kalamazoo, Mich., to assume the duties and responsibilities as Ohio’s commanding officer. Rear Adm. Doug Perry, Commander, Su
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Former state Del. Rich Anderson is running this spring to serve as chair of the Republican Party of Virginia. Anderson is a Woodbridge resident who served as an Air Force officer for three decades and as a member of the House of Delegates representing the 51st District from 2010-18. He announced his candidacy Thursday. Republicans are slated to elect a state party chairman for a four-year term a
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Fairfax police have charged a Mount Vernon man with murder after a body was found near a bridge last month. The body of Micale Kebede, 31, of Alexandria, was found Dec. 18 in the area of Old Mill Road and Gateshead Road. Malik Salam, 41 (Gerry), was charged on Dec. 22 with unlawful disposal of a body. On Thursday, detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau obtained an additional warrant for murd
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Freshman state Del. Dan Helmer, who represents western sections of Fairfax and Prince William counties, has proposed legislation to block the National Rifle Association from operating an indoor gun range at its headquarters. The Associated Press reports that Helmer is pushing for a ban on indoor shooting ranges at offices where there are more than 50 employees. That would include a shooting rang
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Kettle Wind Farm in Nokesville was recently recognized for its practices to protect water and soil across its 4,203 acres in Prince William and Fauquier counties that produce grass or sod, corn, soybeans and small grains. The farm also raises 150 cows that are sold to dairy farmers. Stephanie Cornnell, a managing partner at Kettle Wind, said the farm has been family-run since its beginning in 1
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The NOVA Educational Foundation hosted its 40th Annual Dinner at the Marriott Fairview Park in Falls Church, Va. The event highlighted a range of impactful work from students and faculty with the theme, ‘Strong Roots, Bright Future.’ More than 460 attendees from government, business, education, and the local community joined NOVA faculty and staff in support of the NOVA Educational Foundation. St
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Fairfax detectives are alerting the public to a reported sexual abuse case involving a music teacher, with a focus on identifying any parents concerned their child may have had inappropriate contact with the suspect. Jun Hou, 56, of Vienna, was charged Dec. 23 with aggravated sexual battery. He was released on a $10,000 bond Dec. 30, police said in a news release. Hou operates Jun Hou Classic Mu
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A male victim arranged a meeting with a woman at a nearby business in the 8600 block of Westwood Center Drive in Tysons on Dec. 29 at 9:14 a.m., Fairfax County police said. When the victim arrived, a man and the woman allegedly robbed him at gunpoint, police said. Officers found the female suspect nearby. Police arrested Brooke Sluss, 22, of Maryland, and authorities have charged her with robber
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A victim was inside a building in the 8100 block of Leesburg Pike in Tysons on Dec. 29 at 12:52 p.m. and was confronted by a naked man inside the bathroom, Fairfax County police said. The victim was unharmed. The suspect is described as a black man between 30 and 40 years old. {Gerry}.
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During an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo backed President Donald Trump's strong threats to Iran as the US braces for potential retaliatory actions by the country following an attack last week by US forces that killed Iran's top military leader. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10h5Z44ByKc
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Former congressman and Republican 2020 Presidential Candidate Joe Walsh slams President Trump for deciding to use Twitter to notify Congress of possible further actions taken against Iran. https://youtu.be/4N6ftLgWXG4
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And How Is Trump To Blame Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Troll LOL. I don't know maybe your OK..We gots to > be careful and test you ..USA style on our history > > > Who was the only perfect game pitcher in the World > Series ..huh punk you got 30 seconds to reply > that's it > > Hint D __ __ L __ __ __ __ __ in 1956 ..30 > seco
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Lisa C. Merkel, who has served as mayor of the Town of Herndon since 2012, announced this week she will not seek re-election this year. Merkel moved to Herndon in 2002 and has been a resident of Northern Virginia since 1996. Prior to her term as mayor, she served as vice mayor from 2010-2012. Merkel's term will continue through the end of the year; a new mayor will be chosen in the November e
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Vienna’s state legislators – Sen. Chap Petersen and Del. Mark Keam – will host a town-hall meeting on Saturday, Jan. 11 at 9:30 a.m. at Vienna Town Hall. Petersen and Keam will discuss their priorities for the 2020 legislative session and gather input from constituents. The community is invited. Photo: State Sen. Chap Petersen (D-34th), at right, makes a point as Vienna Town Council member Pas
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As holiday travelers head home this weekend, Virginia State Police is warning drivers to be careful on the roads after nine traffic fatalities in the first five days of the busy travel season. The fatalities between Dec. 21-25 included a 79-year-old South Riding woman who died Christmas morning in a two-vehicle crash caused by an intoxicated driver, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Offic
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A 79-year-old South Riding woman was killed Christmas morning in a two-vehicle crash caused by an intoxicated driver in Loudoun County, authorities say. The crash occurred around 8:20 a.m. in the area of John Mosby Highway (Route 50) near South Riding Boulevard. A sedan with five occupants was stopped at a red light when it was struck from behind by a pickup truck. Rashida Begum, 79, of South Ri
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Detectives from the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office have arrested a trainer for sexually assaulting a juvenile female during a practice with the Ashburn Elite Track Club. Arnold D. Thomas, 54, of Leesburg was charged Friday night with aggravated sexual battery, taking indecent liberties with a child, and abduction, the sheriff's office said in a news release. Thomas remains held at the Loudoun C
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A previously convicted felon was sentenced Friday to 46 months in prison and ordered to forfeit $512,500 for defrauding investors of a local newspaper and unlawful possession of firearms by a previously convicted felon. According to court documents, Brian Thomas Reynolds, 53, of Leesburg, defrauded both investors and lenders to a company that he controlled that operated the Loudoun Tribune in Lo
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An Ashburn man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and DUI after a woman died in a wreck last month, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. Brian M. Foley, 31, of Ashburn, was charged Thursday and is being held without bond at the Loudoun County Detention Center. Detectives determined Foley was behind the wheel of his 2007 Toyota Scion heading east on Ashburn Farm Parkway on
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A Postal Service special agent involved in what’s described as a “critical incident” shot and wounded another Postal Service employee in a post office parking lot in Lovettsville on Wednesday morning, federal authorities confirm. The employee who was shot was taken to the hospital. His injuries are not said to be life-threatening, according to the Loudoun County’s Sheriff’s Office. The special a
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Lord & Taylor, one of the nation's first big department stores, will close its locations at Tysons Corner Center in Fairfax and Dulles Town Center in Sterling. The Dulles Town Center store, which has promoted "going out of business" sales since September, will close Christmas Eve, the Washington Business Journal reports. The Tysons Corner store on Jan. 31. The Tysons Corner store will lay of
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U.S. Army Spec. Alexander Burney of Vienna, a graduate of Oakton High School, has graduated from the Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD), a jointly-staffed Army-Navy-Air Force-Marine Corps schools offering specialized training to officer and enlisted ranks of the military (U.S. and international) and select civilian officials. Training includes the best methods and procedures f
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U.S. Army Spec. Alexander Burney of Vienna, a graduate of Oakton High School, has graduated from the Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD), a jointly-staffed Army-Navy-Air Force-Marine Corps schools offering specialized training to officer and enlisted ranks of the military (U.S. and international) and select civilian officials. Training includes the best methods and procedures f
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Iran has threatened attacks on U.S. military sites, and area military installations are increasing security, with officials warning of delays at all entry points. At Marine Corps Base Quantico, law enforcement personnel will be conducting 100% identification card checks, the base announced Sunday. “Travelers should also expect an increase in vehicle inspections,” officials noted. “Due to these s
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Iran has threatened attacks on U.S. military sites, and area military installations are increasing security, with officials warning of delays at all entry points. At Marine Corps Base Quantico, law enforcement personnel will be conducting 100% identification card checks, the base announced Sunday. “Travelers should also expect an increase in vehicle inspections,” officials noted. “Due to these s
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Following the U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, Arlington National Cemetery has increased security and is implementing 100% ID checks at all entrances. "We ask for your patience as this will create longer than usual delays," the cemetery said in a news release. Cemetery officials are reminding all visitors to add a few extra minutes to their travel times when visiti
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Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center is celebrating its first baby of 2020. Liam Okechukwu was born at 2:56 a.m. at the hospital at 15225 Heathcote Blvd. The baby weighed 6 pounds and 12 ounces. He is the son of Christy Uchendu and Johnson Okechukwu, who was also born on Jan. 1. Liam has two siblings, a 24-year-old brother and 16-year-old sister. The delivering physician
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