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Now that it's actually beginning to feel like winter, where's the best spot in town to grab a hot cup of coffee? Patch wants you to pick your favorite coffee shop in Fairfax Station, Clifton and Lorton.

Should Fairfax County ask the Virginia General Assembly for the authority to impose a meals tax to fund transportation needs? Should the county take control of its roads from the state? Is Fairfax's pension system ripe for an overhaul? And how can the regulatory scheme that has guided development of the county for decades be adapted to the 21st ... (more)

Valentine's Day is on Tuesday, and some may be wondering how much cash they're going to fork over to satisfy their significant other.

Who has the best cup of coffee? Who makes the best pizza? Which park is the best in town? Starting Monday, Fairfax Station Patch and Lorton Patch will run a new series called "Best of Fairfax Station, Clifton and Lorton." Here's how it will work: On Monday morning, we'll publish a poll and list choices for you to vote on .

Sunbelt Rental Inc., a Lorton, Va., company, filed suit against Baltimore Racing Development LLC, alleging it was not paid for construction equipment it rented and fuel it sold to BRD.

The 18-year-old victim told police he was in the area of Cherwek Drive and U.S. 1, Lorton, around 2 p.m. when the men came up to him from behind and demanded his money, Fairfax County police said.

2. Sherwood Regional Library hosts its Sherwood Poetry Read-Around tonight at 6:45 p.m. 3. Today's forecast: Sunny with a high of 57 degrees.

Mount Vernon District Supervisor Gerry Hyland got behind the wheel of his virtual bus tour for the 25th time on Saturday.

In the market for a new home? Here are some of the houses that are now for sale in the Lorton area.

The State Senate is set to vote Friday on a bill to repeal the law that says people can only buy one handgun per month.

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will hold a retreat at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton next week.A The meeting is meant to allow board members to discuss the county's challenges.

Know what you're doing on Sunday? It's going to be here before you know it. The big game is nothing without the perfect atmosphere, so to put you in the mood, Patch has provided the best Superbowl Sunday deals in Lorton.

Today, Patch was working at Caribou Coffee in Lorton and noticed two students destroying fashion magazines.

"Miss Electricity" is just about the most fun you can have with your kids in Lorton.

In the market for a new home? Here are some of the houses that are now for sale in the Lorton area.

Arlington and Alexandria have succeeded where Fairfax County could not: Striking a new deal with waste energy giant Covanta Holding Corp.

The following information was provided by the Fairfax County Police Department. Where arrests are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.A Indecent liberties: Mario Ramirez Ipina, 52, of 14439A Saguaro Place in Centreville, was arrested on Thursday, January 12 and charged with two countsA of taking indecent liberties with a child.

Friday, Jan. 27 through Sunday, Jan. 29 A A A A variety of local events await as you get ready to make your weekend plans.

Lorton's Lasasni Kabob & Restaurant A is a great place for lunch. The all-you-can-eat buffett is spectacular, the naan comes out steaming hot and fresh and the Gulab Jamun desert is satisfying.A "Business is getting better," said owner Atif Raja, who opened the restaurant a year-and-a-half ago.

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