View the Forbes.com article that names Stafford County as
"The Best Place to Get Ahead"!
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Jun-24-2009
Group Is Seeking High-Tech Future
FRA holds regional meeting on attracting high-tech investment to area
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Jun-19-2009
Germanna's Growth Ranked First in the State
Campus coming soon to northern Stafford County
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Jun-12-2009
Federal Funds Impact Region
Stimulus funds help "shovel ready" projects; $5.3 million for Stafford bridge
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Jun-11-2009
Where High Schools Rank
Five Stafford high schools are among the top 1,500 in U.S. and 85 in VA
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Jun-02-2009
Young Minds Engineer High-Tech Inventions
Four Stafford schools prepare top technical students for national competition
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May-27-2009
Germanna Center Coming to Aquia Park
Take classes at Germanna Community College in North Stafford this fall
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May-26-2009
'Digging' the New Library
A ground-breaking ceremony for the new library
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May-25-2009
Shelter Project Closer in Stafford
Permanent cold-weather shelter one step closer to fruition
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May-23-2009
Germanna Set to Open Stafford Co. Campus
Germanna Community College will open campus in Aquia Park area
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May-22-2009
Mountain Bikes Go to War
Defense and security contractors show off latest gadgets
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May-22-2009
Tax Cut a Boost to Interest in Airport
Activity picks up at Stafford airport after tax cut
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May-21-2009
Pump Station Has Low Visual Impact
Stafford County primes the pump for Rocky Pen Run Reservoir
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May-20-2009
Gadgets Galore, But With Serious Purposes
Weapons manufacturers at the 2009 Force Protection Equipment Demonstration (FPED) in Stafford displayed explosive wares for the DOD and Quantico.
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May-19-2009
Right Place at the Right Time
Conneticut man was brought back to life at new Stafford fire station
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May-17-2009
Federal Funds May Put Bridge Fix on Track
CSX bridge over Courthouse Rd. in Stafford may be replaced with stimulus money
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May-17-2009
Paving the Way for Employment
Federal stimulus money paves way to smoother drives in Fredericksburg area
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May-16-2009
Health System 'Unsustainable'
MediCorp chief speaks on health care reform at Stafford business luncheon
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Apr-23-2009
Two Medical Proposals Endorsed
Stafford Hospital surgery center and heart program receive local endorsements
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Apr-23-2009
Stimulus Benefits Some Local Parks
Area battlefield parks, some other area national parks getting stimulus funds
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Apr-23-2009
State to Get $27 Million in Stimulus Money for Parks, Historic Sites
Virginia to receive stimulus funds from the National Park Service for 37 projects
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Apr-21-2009
Stafford Supervisors Reviewing Comp Plan
Stafford Supervisors move closer to passing a new comprehensive plan
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Apr-18-2009
Layoffs Averted by Police Grants
Stimulus pumps money into law enforcement
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Apr-18-2009
Stafford Gives Wittman a Look at County Needs
Rep. Rob Wittman tours Stafford, gets a glimpse of potential stimulus projects
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Apr-17-2009
Route 3 Widening OK'd
State Route 3 project funded with federal stimulus money
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Apr-14-2009
VDOT Solicits Stimulus Bids
VDOT is advertising about $176 million dollars in paving and bridge projects
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Apr-11-2009
Quantico Pushes for Land Preservation
Fresh off conserving 300 acres, base looks to prevent other encroachment
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Apr-10-2009
Reviving Road Work
Falmouth intersection and Warrenton Road still remain in state budget
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Apr-08-2009
VDOT Releases Partial List of Recommended Projects for Stimulus Funds
Area roads may see stimulus money
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Apr-07-2009
Stimulus Funds to Help Save on Energy
Stafford receives stimulus funds to help conserve energy
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Apr-07-2009
Grant Takes Aim at Foreclosed Homes
Kaine announces housing money for Fredericksburg Area
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Mar-19-2009
Undeveloped Peninsula in Stafford to Be Saved
Most of Crow's Nest could become park
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Mar-18-2009
Stafford Slashes Airplane Tax Rates
A rate decrease from $3.00 to $0.10 per $100 assessed value
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Mar-17-2009
Fire and Rescue Wins Grants
Stafford Fire and Rescue receives federal grant money
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Mar-17-2009
Study Will Look At Commuter Parking
Regional transportation groups start search for more commuter parking sites
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Mar-14-2009
Area Gets $9 Million in Earmarks
Stafford will receive $150,000 for a stormwater management study
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Mar-11-2009
Marines Want To Protect the Base
Quantico looks to conservation easements to control growth on base borders
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Mar-11-2009
More Commuter Parking Coming to North Stafford
More than 1,000 new park and ride spaces are planned
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Mar-10-2009
BAE Systems to Expand at Quantico Corporate Center
BAE Systems has leased 12,182 sq. ft. of office space in Stafford County
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Mar-09-2009
Airport Prepares for Scout Troop, Equipment Demonstration
Two events: A visit from a Boy Scout Troop and a Force Protection Equipment Demonstration
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Mar-07-2009
Stafford Hospital's 20 Beds Are Already Filled
Stafford Hospital Center has 20 beds open and all of them are full
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Mar-07-2009
GWRC Seeking Secure Telework Center
Security clearance workers may get telework center near Quantico in Stafford
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Mar-05-2009
Crow's Nest Nearly Done
Path to second phase for acquiring Crow's Nest is nearly clear
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Mar-05-2009
Stafford Hospital Center Opens
After much anticipation, Stafford Hospital Center opened its doors last week
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Mar-01-2009
Hospital Opens in Stafford County
Virginia welcomed its first new hospital in more than 30 years
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Feb-28-2009
New Stafford Hospital Opens
Stafford Hospital Center is now open
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Feb-21-2009
VRE Has Eyes on Morning Express ON SCHEDULE?
Virginia Railway Express could introduce 5:05 a.m. train in 2010
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Feb-21-2009
New Tech Center Will Pair Companies, Universities
Expansion at Quantico Corporate Center
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Feb-21-2009
When?opoly
Project updates (Crow's Nest, I-95, YMCA, Stafford Hospital, Towne Ctr. at Aquia)
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Feb-19-2009
MTCSC Unveils New Center for Technology
Quantico Corporate Center welcomes new engineering and innovation center
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Feb-19-2009
Parents Seem to Accept Blocks
Parents of two local high schools' students weigh in on block scheduling plan
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Feb-19-2009
Plans Announced for Restaurant at Aquia
The Bungalow, a place for billiards and food, coming to Stafford
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Feb-18-2009
Stafford Hospital Center Prepares to Open Its Doors
Stafford Hospital Center will officially open February 27
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Feb-16-2009
Public Gets Inside Look at New Stafford Hospital Center
Open house held at new Stafford hospital
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Feb-15-2009
Upgrades: A Coming Attraction
Regal is moving ahead with its plans for theaters in Fredericksburg and Stafford
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Feb-14-2009
Transportation Cuts $26 Billion, Keeps Falmouth Upgrade
Commonwealth Transportation Boards passes an updated long-range budget
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Feb-14-2009
Patients Will Have Hospital Transport Choices
When Stafford Hospital opens, Stafford ambulance crews will offer some patients hospital of choice
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Feb-12-2009
About the Reservoir
Rocky Pen neighbors have traffic concerns
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Feb-11-2009
Stafford Sees Hospital As Key To Growth
Stafford redevelopment plan moves forward
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Feb-10-2009
HOT Lanes Public Hearing Held
First of three feedback sessions on proposed HOT lanes from Arlington to Stafford
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Feb-07-2009
A Big Step for Stafford Hospital
The staff arrived yesterday in preparation for the Feb. 27th opening
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Jan-29-2009
County Reports Local Progress
Stafford Economic Development in 2008 includes hospital, airport and more
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Jan-22-2009
Digital Storage Company Moving to Falmouth
The Iron Mountain building on International Parkway is almost ready for occupancy
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Jan-17-2009
Data Firm is Opening Operation in Stafford
International data storage company leases 140,000 sq.ft. Stafford warehouse
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Jan-16-2009
Fire Chief Heads New Task Force
Stafford Fire Chief heads national task force on economic challenges
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Jan-14-2009
Northern Virginia Conservation Trust Wins $800,000 for Crow's Nest
NVCT was awarded an $800,000 grant to acquire land on Crow's Nest Peninsula
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Jan-13-2009
Accident-Prone Crossing Now Has Traffic Signals
Plantation Drive gets a red light near pending new library site
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Jan-11-2009
Quantico Pushes for Land Preservation
Fresh off conserving 300 acres, Base looks to prevent other encroachments
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Jan-10-2009
Another Grant for Crow's Nest
$800,000 grant comes through for Crow's Nest preservation
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Jan-08-2009
SRA Celebrates Arrival in Stafford with Ceremony
One of the "One Hundred Best Companies to Work For" made its way to Stafford
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Jan-07-2009
Stafford Hospital to Open Ahead of Schedule
Stafford Hospital Center is primed to open next month, ahead of schedule
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Jan-07-2009
Changes Allow Stafford Hospital to Open Early
Early Stafford hospital opening expected in February
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Jan-07-2009
Quantico Officials Make Land-Use Suggestions
Quantico wants some input into Stafford's comprehensive plan
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Jan-05-2009
Temporary Fire Station Helps Stafford Insurance Rates - A Look at Region's Ranking
Stafford action helps insurance rating
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Dec-31-2008
A Silver Lining for U.S. 17 Drivers
Coming to a highway near you: The Silver Cos. advertise new road in Stafford
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Dec-28-2008
Hope and Plans for Economic Comeback
Fredericksburg region officials offer resolutions to try to spur the local economy
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Dec-20-2008
Should Reservoir Be Filled to Top?
Supervisors consider not filling new reservoir to capacity
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Dec-19-2008
A Bump In Road for New Hospital
New Stafford Hospital to open early, despite some snags
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Dec-14-2008
Quantico Lot Open for Area Workers
New commuter lot at Quantico Corporate Center to provide 35 free parking spaces
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Dec-11-2008
N.Va. Seeks More Money for BRAC
Region Isn't Prepared for Burden, Officials Say
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Dec-06-2008
Ready for Drug War Center Details
DEA dedicates $16.4 million center on Quantico Marine Corps Base
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Dec-06-2008
Crunched by the Numbers
Regional retail space, mortgages, unemployment rates, sales tax revenue
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Dec-05-2008
Recycling Rises in Stafford, City
Stafford, City leading other localities in recycling efforts
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Dec-04-2008
Stafford Approves Development District
Stafford supervisors approve Urban Service Area map.
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Dec-03-2008
Wal-Mart Begins Construction at Stafford Lakes
Corner of Village Pkwy. between Warrenton Rd. (U.S. 17 S) and University Blvd.
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Dec-03-2008
Technology Zones Could Boost Stafford
Stafford supervisors discuss technology zone idea.
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Nov-30-2008
Planners Seek Cuts In Urban Services Area
Proposed changes to Stafford's Urban Services Area could cause problems
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Nov-28-2008
WHAT'S IN STORE? Construction Under Way on Fifth Wal-Mart Store in Area
Wal-Mart has started building a Superstore on U.S. 17
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Nov-26-2008
Fire Unit Feels Right At Home
Stafford's newest fire station opens in a house on Shelton Shop Road.
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Nov-25-2008
South Gateway Drive Accessible to Traffic
Located just off of U.S. 17 in southern Stafford
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Nov-20-2008
Stafford: Each House Costs County $92,002
To sprawl or not to sprawl: the $92,002 question
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Nov-20-2008
Hundreds Turn Out for Signing Ceremony
Quantico will receive an additional 3,000 personnel by 2011
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Nov-20-2008
Building Complete at VRE Crossroads Facility
Will improve VRE fleet maintenance and self-sufficiency
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Nov-05-2008
Stafford Voters Approve Bonds
Stafford voters approve $70 million transportation bonds
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Nov-05-2008
Safer Roads Proves to be a Priority
Funds to accelerate needed road repairs in the County
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Oct-30-2008
Tourism Up Despite Budget Crunch
How did regional visitation go in the past fiscal year?
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Oct-30-2008
Defense Spending Eases Downturn
About half a billion dollars flowed to area companies last year.
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Oct-28-2008
Some Sectors in the Region's Economy Faring Well
Health Care & Government Contracting Remain Strong
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Oct-28-2008
Dropping In From Past
World War II Bombers Visit Stafford Regional Airport
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Oct-26-2008
Overlay District Will Protect Streams
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Oct-24-2008
Fredericksburg's Growing Appeal (Fredericksburg Region)
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Oct-22-2008
Ceremony Held for Park
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Oct-17-2008
Road Projects on the Ballot
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Oct-13-2008
Transportation Plan Ready for Comments from Public
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Oct-02-2008
Va. Gets Lots of Federal Dollars
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Oct-02-2008
Bonds Slated to Help in River and Bay Cleanup
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Oct-01-2008
Forum Details Falmouth Redevelopment
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Oct-01-2008
Radical Change Possible on U.S. 17
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Sep-30-2008
County Gathers to Play
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Sep-25-2008
A New Approach To Growth
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Sep-25-2008
Va. Gets OK to Spend Road Money
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Sep-25-2008
Electricity Produced From Methane Gas at Landfill
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Sep-23-2008
Falmouth During the War
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Sep-19-2008
Falmouth to Host Men in Blue Once Again
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Sep-18-2008
Landfill Gas Provides Electricity
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Sep-16-2008
Pact to Ban Business 'Poaching' Is Possible
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Sep-09-2008
Falmouth Flyover Plan Finally Prepares for Takeoff
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Sep-09-2008
Event to Make a Splash
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Sep-07-2008
Stafford's Port Was Slaves' Gateway to Freedom
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Sep-06-2008
What Makes Us the Best?
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Sep-05-2008
New Stafford Project Offers Short Term Space
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Jul-20-2008
Stafford Investing to Woo Germanna
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Jul-18-2008
Laura Bush honors county
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Jul-12-2008
Ready for Takeoff More Info
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Jul-03-2008
Ferry Farm Yields Secrets
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Jul-01-2008
Military projects to boost building
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Jul-01-2008
Smile, Stafford: Camera to capture properties
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Jun-05-2008
Once a Marine Hangout, Always A Marine Hangout
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May-03-2008
Message to Businesses: We want you to stay
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May-02-2008
Kaine makes first visit to Crows Nest
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Apr-26-2008
Stafford Making Plans for Falmouth
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Apr-23-2008
Marine Corps Icon Re-Ups at New Site
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Apr-17-2008
Falmouth and Southern Gateway
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Apr-16-2008
Falmouth Intersection to be funded
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Mar-25-2008
County's New 20-year Plan on Tight Schedule
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