Silver Line's Arrival Looms; 5 Measles Cases Among VA Refugees

Herndon VA

15 September, 2021

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It's Wednesday in Herndon. Here's everything you need to know going on today in town. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Herndon? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 80 Low: 72. Here are the top stories today in Herndon: Herndon readies for big changes as the Silver Line looms (Washington Business Journal)5 measles cases among Afghan refugees being investigated by Northern Va. health officials (WJLA)'Fight With Us' Mother Of Herndon Cancer Patient Writes (Herndon Patch) The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia: Healthy Kids Grants Will Support 10 Local Public School Programs Promoting Physical ... (Herndon Patch) 2022 National Merit Semifinalists Named From Herndon Schools (Herndon Patch)DRCC - Blog : Five Honorees To Receive Special Park Authority Recognitions (Herndon Patch) Home-buyer interest ranges from warm to cool across Fairfax (Inside NoVA) Fairfax arts leaders try to stay upbeat despite challenges (Inside NoVA) Community Foundation Awards Healthy Kids Grants for 2021-2022 (Prince William Living) George Mason University: Mason Hosts Two Tech-Focused Symposiums (Herndon Patch) George Mason University: Mason Leads Virginia In Innovation And Diversity As Engineering Numbers Climb In Latest U.S. News Rankings (Herndon Patch) George Mason University: Mason Nation Masks Up To Fight COVID-19 (Press Release Desk ) Some Fairfax County teachers fear classroom streaming may become a problem in the long run (WUSA9.com) Today's Herndon Daily is brought to you by our friends at FTD, the most trusted name in flowers. FTD's network includes over 8,800 local florists in communities around the country. Send flowers to someone you care about today and get a 15% discount on your order. Click here to make someone feel awesome. Herndon Patch Notebook Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: "Pick a day in the month of October that works for you! Register soon to reserve your super cool t-shirt & wrist band. Have fun, be active, and explore two amazing towns. Register at http://bit.ly/cabtocab" (Facebook) Fairfax County Government: "We're stepping up and taking action to address plastic pollution with the introduction of a 5-cent tax on disposable plastic bags from grocery stores, convenience stores and drug stores beginning Jan. 1, 2022. Bring a reusable bag to th..." (Instagram) ArtsFairfax: "Here's a behind-the-scene photo from @fairfaxsymphony rehearsing in the stunning, new @capitalonehall 🎶 Join the FSO in its season opening concert for an exciting program of beautiful music October 9 at 8pm. 🎟Tickets start at $25 V..." (Instagram) Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: "Mark your calendar! Hope to see you and the family at NatureFest on Sun., Sept. 26 in Runnymede Park." (Facebook) Herndon Elementary School PTA: "Which Chick-fil-A sauce is the most popular with our students? Tell us tomorrow night at our first Spirit Night! Stop by between 4-8 pm at the Village Commons and see if your favorite is the boss of the sauce!" (Facebook) Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: "We know that spending hour after hour sitting down isn't good for us, but how much exercise is needed to counteract the negative health impact of a day at a desk? A 2020 study suggests 30-40 min per day should do it. Come to the HCC to g..." (Facebook) Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: "Mark your calendar! Hope to see you and your friends and family at NatureFest on Sun., Sept. 26, 1-5pm in Runnymede Park." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Studio Muse - Virtual & In-person Music Instruction — Set up a trial music lesson today! (Visit website) Fairfax Christian School — Give Your Child a Competitive Advantage (Visit Website) Add your business here Events: Civil Air Patrol - Open House (September 16) Ravel Dance Company presents the Nutcracker Ballet at the Capital One Hall (September 17) AARP Boomers and Beyond Academy (September 18) [Webinar] Roof Replacement 101: Everything You Need to Know (September 18) Haiti Benefit Concert & BBQ (September 19) Silver and Brass Restoration Services: Mondays 10-4 (September 20) Voter Registration Drive - League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area (September 28) Charity Golf Tournament - Tee Off for Children's Literacy (September 30) Loudoun Symphony Orchestra Presents Nuts and Bolts (October 1) Add your event Free stuff: Baby Convict Cichlids (Details) Add your free stuff You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update. If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Michael O'Connell About me: Michael O'Connell is a field editor with Patch in Northern Virginia. He is also the host and producer of the weekly It's All Journalism podcast and produces the Better News podcast for the American Press Institute. Previously, Michael was a digital editor at Local News Now, a senior digital editor at Federal News Network, a producer of the National Governors Association's Meet the Threat podcast, and managing editor at The Connection Newspapers. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Herndon Daily? Contact me at [email protected].