Reston Halloween Candy Buyback To Benefit Children’s National, U.S. Troops
Reston families can trade Halloween candy for $1 per pound Nov. 2 while supporting Children’s National and U.S. troops overseas.
Reston and Herndon news
The latest from Reston, Herndon and the Dulles corridor, gathered from 5 local publishers. 23 stories in the last 30 days · Older stories in the archive
Yesterday
Reston's South Lakes Drive Park Renovation Would Add Lawn, Move Playground
Fairfax County will seek $1.9 million in federal funding to renovate Reston's South Lakes Drive Park and improve accessibility.
Letter: A Path Away from Costly Elections – Why I Voted Early
Candidates nationwide have spent more than $2.8 billion on the 2026 midterms, according to recent Federal Election Commission data.
Monday, October 26
Reston Association Board Approves 'Good News' Budget
The Reston Association Board of Directors found significant savings, minimizing what would have otherwise been a larger increase in fees.
Friday, October 23
Reston Eatery Makes Northern Virginia’s 50 Best Restaurants: Report
Clarity’s Reston location appears on Northern Virginia Magazine’s 2026 list of the region’s 50 best restaurants.
Fairfax Board Member Donates Car To South Lakes Automotive Program
Fairfax County School Board member Kyle McDaniel donated his car to South Lakes High School’s automotive program in Reston.
Thursday, October 22
Free DJ Dance Party Coming To Reston Town Center This Weekend
Reston Town Center will host its first outdoor DJ Dance Party on Saturday, featuring three DJs, Sip & Stroll drinks and free parking.
Wednesday, October 21
Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Purchases Land for 400 Affordable and Workforce Housing Units
Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Purchases Land for 400 Affordable and Workforce Housing Units
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide 11 District
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide House 8
Candidates fo rUnited States House of Representatives, District 8
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide House
Candidates for US House of Representatives District 10
Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide Senate
Candidates for United States Senate, Statewide
Tuesday, October 20
Local Author Extols George Mason’s Significance
Local Author Extols George Mason’s Significance
'Sick of It' Bus Tour Stops at Dulles
Calling out GOP health care cuts, Congressmen and SEIU airport workers demand legislative action.
Friday, October 16
Fairfax High School Students To Appear On 'It's Academic' Episode In November
Students from two Fairfax County high schools will appear on the student quiz show along with their peers in the Washington Metro area.
Thursday, October 15
Herndon Man Charged After Undercover Drug, Weapons Bust In Chantilly: Police
A 19-year-old from Herndon is facing drug and weapons distribution charges after an undercover operation by Fairfax police.
Wednesday, October 14
Voter Guide For Reston: What's On The Ballot, Early Voting & More
Early voting options for Reston residents will expand on Oct. 18. Here's who and what's on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Herndon Restaurant Named Among Washington Post's 40 Best In DC Area
Chaatwala earned the No. 36 spot on a new Washington Post ranking after its food critic visited 189 restaurants across the region.
Monday, October 12
Herndon Town Council Votes to End Town Manager Employment
Action is effective immediately; no reasons provided.
Renewed Signs for Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail
Renewed Signs for Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail
Wednesday, October 7
Drawing the Line on Police Surveillance
Commercial loophole creates de facto surveillance web.
Local Officials Rally Turnout for Fairfax County Public Hearing on $67 Billion Dominion-NextEra Merger
Discovery Dispute Carries Over to SCC Proceedings
Monday, October 5
Damaged Power Line Closes Locust Street In Herndon
Herndon police reported a Locust Street closure Monday, with repairs expected to take hours and a detour for middle school traffic.
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Sources: Herndon Connection, Herndon Patch, Reston Connection, Reston Patch, Restonian.