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Surf Report: Must-See Fairfax Websites

Everything you need to know to gear up for the fourth.

Posted Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 7:59 pm ET|Updated Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 8:26 pm ET

Looking to kill some time? Here is Patch's weekly round-up of must-see Internet destinations, geared specifically to Fairfax County residents.

TBD looks at how Governor McDonnell’s merit pay program hasn’t worked out as well as he might have hoped.
July 4 is a week away. Click here to see what county offices will be closed or operating at reduced hours.
Speaking of Independence Day, you should note that consumer fireworks are illegal in Falls Church. Don't live in Falls Church? Have at it! But make sure you follow county guidelines and safety tips.
Want to know which fireworks ARE legal? Fairfax Daily-Monitor’s got a list.
When you're done celebrating the fourth, take some time to give back. Check out Volunteer Fairfax's searchable database to find ways to help out the needy in your community.

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