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Here Comes the Sun: Solar Array Project at I-95 Landfill

• Fairfax County is the first locality in Virginia to begin construction of a solar array on the grounds of a closed landfill.
• The 5-megawatt solar array is being built on 37 acres of land and will generate enough energy to power about 1,000 homes.
• The project could save the county $12 million over the 30-year partnership and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 136,000 metric tons over the same period.

3 Things to Know Today

1. County Activates Heat Plan Again for Thursday, June 26

2. Third Time’s the Chomp: Road Shark Strikes Again

3. Paws and Prepare: Emergency Preparedness for Pet Owners

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• Learn About Mosquitoes, Summer Safety and School Immunizations with the Health and Safety Podcast
• Hear Stories from Those Who Sought a Better Life Through Ellis Island in a Virtual Program on Saturday
• Test Your Spelling Knowledge at George Mason Regional Library Saturday at a Spelling Bee Just for Adults

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Celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend with firework displays throughout the county, including at our Lake Fairfax Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, June 28