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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Stafford, Virginia with AmericanTowns Stafford Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Stafford County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Stafford organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Stafford is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Stafford

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Stafford area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Virginia’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Stafford in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Virginia  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk...

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An Invitation to our Stafford Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Stafford, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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New Year's Masquerade Ball!

This year's New Year's Eve Party is a Masquerade Ball. First noted in Italy during the 15th century Renaissance, Masquerade balls were costumed public festivities that were...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Virginia

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Virginia Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Stafford Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Stafford Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Stafford elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Virginia VA

Virginia Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Virginia. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Stafford and across the country. With...

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Find Virginia Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Virginia haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Virginia corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Virginia VA

We have the best Virginia apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Virginia. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in...

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July 4th Celebration at Ferry Farm

Join us for a very special tribute to THE SPIRIT OF AMERICA.-Meet General George Washington.-Visit with the local Patawomeck tribe.-Learn what a 1630s Virginia Indian village was...

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Make a difference in Stafford! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Stafford area and around...

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Joint Committee of the Planning Commission and the Telecommunications Commission

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The Joint Committee of the Planning Commission and the Telecommunications Commission will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2011 in the County...

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Board of Supervisors Meeting

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View agenda online by clicking here.

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Redistricting Meeting

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The Redistricting Committee will meet on Monday, March 7, 14, and 28, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. in Conference Rooms ABC in the Stafford Administration Center...

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Telecommunications Commission - Canceled

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Release date - February 15 The Telecommunications Commission will meet on Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the County Administration ...

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Mountain View Road Project Public Hearing

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The Stafford County Public Works Department will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, February 24, 2011, beginning at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter ...

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Notice to Residents About Woodlands Pool

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Notice to Residents This notice is to inform you that the Stafford Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities will conduct smoke te...

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Redistricting Committee

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Release Date - February 18, 2011 The Redistricting Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. in the County Administration ...

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Wetlands Board

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Release date - February 17 The Wetlands Board meeting scheduled for Monday, February 21, 2011 has been rescheduled to Monday, February 28, 2011 ...

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Stafford County Board of Supervisors/School Board Joint Working Committee

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Release date - February 17 The Stafford County Board of Supervisors/School Board Joint Working Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 23, 20...

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Planning Commission

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Release date - February 17 The Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Wednesday February 23, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors C...

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Board of Supervisors, Public Hearing

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RELEASE DATE: 2/16/11 PUBLIC HEARING STAFFORD COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will hold a Publi...

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Telecommunications Commission

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Release date - February 15 The Telecommunications Commission will meet on Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the County Administration ...

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Broadband Subcommittee

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Release date - February 15 The Board of Supervisors Broadband Subcommittee will meet on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in Conference Ro...

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Stafford Offices to Close for Presidents Day

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Stafford offices, departments and facilities will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2011, in observance of Presidents Day. The following offices and ...

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Joint Committee of Planning Commission and Telecommunications Commission

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Release Date - February 11 The Joint Committee of the Planning Commission and the Telecommunications Commission will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Thursd...

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Woodstream Community Notice Update

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Woodstream Community Notice February 11, 2011 This notice is to inform you that the five families who were displaced by the investigation int...

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Stafford Families Displaced by Hazmat Situation Allowed To Return Home

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The five families who were displaced by the investigation into possible hazardous gas near their homes in the Woodstream subdivision in north Staffor...

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Planning Commission Public Hearing

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RELEASE DATE: 02/10/2011 PUBLIC HEARING STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION The Stafford County Planning Commission will hold a Public H...

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Woodstream Community Notice

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Woodstream Community Notice February 9, 2011 This notice is to inform you of an ongoing investigation into reports of an odor of gas emanatin...

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Stafford Fire and Rescue Officials Update Community on Hazmat Situation in North Stafford

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Stafford Fire and Rescue Department officials have scheduled a press briefing at 2:00 p.m. today to discuss the hazmat situation in the Woodstream ne...

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Comp Plan Implementation Committee

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Release date - February 4 The Comp Plan Implementation Committee will meet on Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. in the Planning and Zonin...

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Privatized Liquor Sales and Conditional Zoning Committee

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Release date - February 4 The Privatized Liquor Sales and Conditional Zoning Committee will meet on Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in t...

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Committee of 4,000 (Comprehensive Plan/Urban Development Areas)

from:County of Stafford

Release date - February 4 The Committee of 4,000 (Comprehensive Plan/Urban Development Areas) will meet on Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 7:00 p....

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Community and Economic Development Committee

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Release date - February 3 The Board of Supervisors Community and Economic Development Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, February 8, 2011...

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Stafford Survey Seeks Community Input on UDAs

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Stafford County has launched an online survey to provide an opportunity for Stafford citizens and other stakeholders to give their input about where ...

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Legislative Committee

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Release date - January 14 The Board of Supervisors Legislative Committe e will meet every Friday from January 21-February 25, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. i...

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Technical Review Committee

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Click to view the TRC Meeting Agenda.

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

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Urban Development Areas Public Workshop

from:County of Stafford

Release date - January 28 Stafford County will hold an Urban Development Areas Public Workshop on Monday, February 7, 2011 (rescheduled from Jan...

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