Stacie Bicknell Has Sewn More Than 400 Masks: Fairfax City Hero

FAIRFAX CITY, VA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Meghan, a neighbor of Stacie Bicknell.

Name: Stacie Bicknell

State: Virginia

Hometown: Fairfax City

Hero's job: Business

Relationship to nominee: Neighbor

Reason for recognition: Since the start of the quarantine in March, Stacie has sewn and sold over 400 masks for adults and kids all over the U.S. Through that, she is saving many lives and stopping the spread of Covid-19.

One thing to know: Stacie has worked tirelessly to find fun and different fabrics to sew masks that show people's different interests and personalities. She is making wearing a mask fun!

Thank you for all you do, Stacie!

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Virginia here.

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Let us know about those making a difference by filling out the form below and we'll be happy to share their impact with the rest of the community.

Contributions big and small are important and valued.