New Lanes Opening on Route 28
On or about Monday, Oct. 9, (weather depending), drivers will see new traffic patterns along Route 28 northbound and southbound between the Fairfax County/Prince William County line and Old Centreville Road in Centreville. There’ll be an additional lane for three total in each direction. Shoulders, however, will still be closed as ongoing construction continues.
Motorists should expect periodic single-lane closures on Route 28 in both directions in off-peak hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Friday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.) to complete remaining work in the corridor. Final completion is anticipated in spring 2024.
Car Seat Inspections on Oct. 12
Parents may get their children’s car seats inspected on Thursday, Oct. 12, from 5-8:30 p.m., outside the Sully District Police Station. It’s at 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. Inspections are done on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should install the child safety seat themselves, so the inspection can be performed. The seat will be properly re-installed if necessary, and parents will be taught how to install the seat properly in the future. Everyone is eligible. Another car-seat inspection is scheduled for Nov. 9, at the same place and time.
Fire Stations to Hold Open Houses
In celebration of Fire Prevention Week, all Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Stations will host open houses on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Stop by Stations 17 and 28 in Centreville, Station 15 in Chantilly, and Station 21 in Fair Oaks to meet local firefighters and paramedics, join in children’s activities, learn about fire safety, and see the fire trucks and ambulances.
Halloween Trunk or Treat on Oct. 18
The Fairfax County Police Department is hosting its fourth annual, Halloween Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 6-8 p.m., in the county Government Center parking lot at 12000 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax. People hosting trunks must register in advance, as well as parents wanting to bring their children to this event. Registration for parents is open now at https://bit.ly/fcpdtot2023. Individuals, businesses and organizations wanting to decorate their vehicle’s trunks and pass out candy to children should register at https://bit.ly/fcpdtrunks23.