Category: astronomy_and_space
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Fairfax City Council Cancels University Drive Traffic Signal, Awards $725,551 Bike Lanes Contract
Fairfax City Council cancels a planned University Drive traffic signal, awards a $725,551 bike lanes contract, adopts a Code of Ethics and sets Oct. 5 personal property tax deadline.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEnvironmentEducationState GovernmentsAstronomy and SpaceClimate ChangeTransportation Fairfax City CouncilUniversity Drive Bike LanesArthur Construction Co.Catherine ReadCity Council Code of Ethicspersonal property taxVirginia Department of TransportationCity of Fairfax
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George Mason Alum Rhea Seehorn Wins Emmy for Lead Actress in AppleTV's Pluribus
George Mason alum Rhea Seehorn takes home an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role as romantasy author Carol Sturka on AppleTV's Pluribus.
HealthEntertainmentEducationScience & TechnologyFilm and TVAstronomy and SpaceMedical ScienceSocial IssuesUSA Rhea SeehornGeorge Mason UniversityEmmy AwardPluribusAppleTVGrand Challenge InitiativeFAO Youth Exchange ProgramGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Fairfax County Weekend: Virginia Native American Festival, 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Dog Daze
Fairfax County hosts a 9/11 remembrance ceremony, the Virginia Native American Festival at Riverbend Park and Dog Daze at The Water Mine among weekend events from Sept. 11 to 13.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentEducationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsMusicAstronomy and SpaceGeneral Weather Fairfax CountyVirginia Native American Festival9/11 Remembrance CeremonyDog DazeRiverbend ParkFarmers MarketsBug FestFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax City Council Awards $725,551 University Drive Bike Lanes Contract, Cancels Planned Traffic Signal
Fairfax City Council approved a $725,551 bike lanes contract for University Drive, canceled a planned traffic signal at University Drive and Layton Hall, and set a Sept. 22 meeting.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationTransportationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsAstronomy and Space Fairfax City CouncilUniversity Drive Bike LanesArthur Construction Co.Catherine ReadVirginia Department of TransportationCity Council Code of Ethicsfamily daycareCity of Fairfax
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Fairfax County Unveils Diverse Weekend Activities for Early September 2026
Fairfax County offers a packed weekend from September 4-6, 2026, featuring farmers markets, line dancing, LEGO building, kayak tours, nature prowls, crafting, stargazing, and historical tours for all ages.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesEducationEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsAstronomy and Space Fairfax CountyEventsFarmers MarketsOutdoor ActivitiesLibrariesFamily FunSeptember 2026Fairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax250 Offers Free History Experiences in County Parks This Fall
Fairfax County Parks introduces free history experiences this fall for Fairfax250, commemorating America's 250th anniversary. Enjoy guided "September Sundays" tours at historic sites and a self-guided "Adventure Patch" program.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyAstronomy and SpaceTransportationEducation Fairfax CountyFairfax250HistoryParksFree ToursSeptember SundaysAdventure PatchFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Unveils Weekend of Summer Reading Celebrations, Community Day, and Diverse Family Events
Fairfax County offers a packed weekend, August 14-16, 2026, with Summer Reading Adventure celebrations, the 20th Anniversary Cathy Hudgins Community Day, nature programs, and various family-friendly activities.
EducationEntertainmentScience & TechnologyEnvironmentAstronomy and SpaceSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Fairfax CountySummer Reading AdventureCathy Hudgins Community DayFamily EventsNature ProgramsLibrariesArts & EntertainmentFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Gears Up for a Weekend of Farmers Markets, Tax-Free Shopping, and Diverse Community Events
Fairfax County offers a packed weekend from August 7-9, 2026, featuring National Farmers Market Week, Virginia's Sales Tax Holiday, a Summer Entertainment Series, and various family-friendly activities across its parks and libraries.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyMedical ScienceAstronomy and SpaceEducationSocial Issues Fairfax CountyFarmers Market WeekSales Tax HolidaySummer Entertainment SeriesCommunity EventsVirginiaLibrariesParks & RecreationFairfax County GovernmentVA
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George Mason University Boosts Quantum Science, AI Partnerships, and Robotics Research
George Mason University secures a $3 million quantum science gift, partners with Akiak Technology for AI solutions, advances robotics research, and celebrates its quiz bowl team's national debut and first-ever tournament wins.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaSportArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsEducationEconomyMilitaryAstronomy and Space George Mason UniversityQuantum ScienceAkiak TechnologyQuiz BowlPhilanthropyGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Fairfax County Offers Weekend of Early Voting, Waterpark Fun, and Diverse Community Events
Fairfax County residents can vote early, cool off at waterparks, and enjoy a range of community events, from animal encounters to historical talks and live performances, this weekend.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEducationEnvironmentSocial IssuesAstronomy and SpaceDigital and Print Publishing Fairfax CountyEarly VotingWaterparksSummer Entertainment SeriesCommunity EventsAnimal ServicesLibrariesFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Unveils Jam-Packed Weekend of Summer Events
Fairfax County offers a vibrant weekend from July 17-19, 2026, featuring National Ice Cream Day celebrations, a World Cup final watch party, family skate night, and diverse cultural and recreational activities across its parks and libraries.
EntertainmentSportPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsAstronomy and SpaceEnvironment Fairfax CountyCommunity EventsNational Ice Cream DayCOPA Tysons World CupFamily ActivitiesSummer EntertainmentVirginiaFairfax County GovernmentVA
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George Mason University Celebrates Employee Excellence, Student Support, and Lifelong Learning
George Mason University recognizes July's Employee of the Month, highlights student basic needs support, and celebrates the inaugural OLLI Mason Ideas Festival, alongside upcoming workshops and community events.
BusinessScience & TechnologySportEmployment and LaborAstronomy and SpaceArtificial IntelligenceSocial IssuesEducation George Mason UniversityEmployee RecognitionStudent ServicesLifelong LearningOLLI MasonCommunity EngagementGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Fairfax County Unveils Packed Weekend of Summer Entertainment and Activities
Fairfax County offers a vibrant weekend from July 10-12, 2026, featuring live music, waterparks, soccer watch parties, educational programs, and cultural events for all ages across its parks and libraries.
EntertainmentScience & TechnologySportEducationEnvironmentMusicSocial IssuesAstronomy and SpaceEmployment and Labor Fairfax CountySummer EntertainmentOutdoor ActivitiesCultural EventsFamily FunLibrariesParksFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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George Mason University Establishes New Earth Science Research Center, Advances AI Literacy
George Mason University launched a new Center for Satellite and Earth Science Research, while also promoting AI literacy across majors and strengthening community ties through its Citizen's Police Academy. The university continues to offer professional development and engage alumni.
Science & TechnologyLaw EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentAstronomy and SpaceArtificial IntelligenceEducationEmployment and LaborSocial Issues George Mason UniversityCenter for Satellite and Earth Science ResearchAI LiteracyCitizen's Police AcademyEnvironmental ScienceHigher EducationCommunity EngagementGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Fairfax County Unveils Diverse Weekend of Juneteenth, Father's Day, and Community Events
Fairfax County offers a vibrant weekend of Juneteenth commemorations, Father's Day celebrations, and diverse community events from June 19-21, 2026. Enjoy cultural performances, historical tours, waterparks, and family-friendly activities across the county.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesAstronomy and SpaceFilm and TV Fairfax CountyJuneteenthFather's DayCommunity EventsCultural CelebrationsFamily ActivitiesVirginiaFairfax County GovernmentVA
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George Mason University Earns Military Friendly Recognition, Announces Summer Events
George Mason University secures a Silver Military Friendly ranking while preparing for a Coaches Caravan on June 27 and an AI collaboration session on July 15, alongside academic highlights and community discounts.
Science & TechnologySportBusinessHealthEducationArtificial IntelligenceAstronomy and SpaceMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborSocial Issues George Mason UniversityMilitary FriendlyCoaches CaravanAnthropologyCommunity EventsGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Applied Atomics Launches U.S. Operations in Fairfax County with $500M in Commitments for In-Space Mobility Network
Aerospace firm Applied Atomics emerges from stealth, securing over $500 million in demand commitments and $4 million pre-seed funding. The company, building the Star Reacher Network for in-space mobility, establishes its U.S. presence in Fairfax County, Virginia.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentWorldEconomyAstronomy and SpaceArtificial IntelligenceMilitaryFederal GovernmentTransportation Applied AtomicsStar Reacher NetworkFairfax CountyAerospaceDefenseSpace EconomyIn-space mobilityFairfax County Economic Development Authority
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Scout Space Expands in Fairfax County, Bringing 31 New Jobs to Virginia
Scout Space is investing over $1 million to expand its satellite technology operations in Fairfax County, Virginia, creating 31 new jobs. This move reinforces the Commonwealth's role as an innovation hub for advanced space capabilities.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSAEconomyEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsAstronomy and SpaceEducation Scout SpaceFairfax CountyVirginiaSatellite TechnologyJob CreationEconomic DevelopmentSpace Domain Awareness