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Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.
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A Sneakpeak In The Mobile Forensic Lab Of Fairfax County

Police in Fairfax County, Virginia, no longer have to wait for evidence to be sent to a lab to solve crimes because of the use of the best tools and technology. Now they own a mobile forensic lab. Having laboratory tools from an advanced photo lab, including lasers and image enhancing software, to a superglue chamber to lock in fingerprints onto evidence in the field helps detectives link suspects to crime scenes quickly. Continue reading

Construction Begins At New Fire Station In Fairfax County

The county officials broke ground on the new and improved Woodlawn Fire Station 24 in Mount Vernon in late February. The new fire station will take the place of the current fire station at 8701 Lukens Lane in Alexandria, east of Richmond Highway. The new station will have an area of 15,000 square-foot and will open in spring 2022. It will have it will be a two-level freestanding building that will be in operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week, housing up to 16 Fire and Rescue Department staff.Continue reading

Things To Know About Gate Post Estates

Gate Post Estates is a single-family home subdivision located near the western border of Fairfax County off Route 29 and conveniently situated near the Interstate 66 and Route 28 corridors. The neighborhood has interesting hills and vistas and has spacious lots. There are bike/walk paths along Cub Run and the streets are named after different colored posts such as "White Post Road" which forms a loop and is the single entrance. Continue reading

Local Designers Revamp A McLean House To Benefit Cancer Support Community

The Aspire Design Home in McLean, Virginia, is getting revamped by the efforts of some local interior design gurus by joining tastemakers from around the country as part of an effort to raise money for charity. It will be a chance for visitors to see the latest trends in home design. The effort will also support the Cancer Support Community, the largest professionally led, nonprofit network of cancer support worldwide dedicated to providing emotional support and navigation for individuals impacted by cancer, including their families and friends. Continue reading