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2012: Northern Virginia's Year in Photos From a Patch Photojournalist

It was a busy year!

By James Cullum
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December 28, 2012

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Patch caught up with this Blue Heron at the Kingstowne Lake around 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012. James Cullum

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Patch caught up with this Blue Heron at the Kingstowne Lake around 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012.

Credit James Cullum

Three-year-old Jayden Bowers (middle) laughs during "Miss Electricity" at the Workhouse Studio 3 Theatre for Young Audiences, Jan. 28, 2012. The Workhouse later discontinued the Theater program, citing financial difficulties.

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Rafael Baca, a student at Hayfield Secondary School, convinced his JROTC instructor to collect food for the Lorton Community Action Center. Baca and his crew collected more than 2,000 pounds of food for the Lorton non-profit, Jan. 28, 2012.

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Board breaking at Tiger Den Martial Arts in Lorton, Va., Feb. 2, 2012.

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The funeral of Alexandria paramedic Joshua Weissman, Feb. 16, 2012. Weissman's wife, Rebecca, stands behind the casket. Weissman died Feb. 9 after a tragic fall off Interstate 395 while trying to reach a burning car.

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The funeral of Alexandria paramedic Joshua Weissman, Feb. 16, 2012. Weissman died Feb. 9 after a tragic fall off of I-395 the night before while trying to reach a burning car.

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The year 2012 is nearly over, and as we look back, it truly was a remarkable period for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The presidential election, a hurricane, and so many other events kept us busy, and there was always reason to celebrate and find happiness.

So, with thousands to choose from, here are my favorite photos of the year. It really was tough eliminating some from the group!

Enjoy the pictures, and Happy New Year!

- James Cullum, Local Editor, Patch