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People Coming Together for Good in Time of Need

Fairfax’s American Legion Post 177 helps hurricane victims.

After Hurricane Helene dealt a devastating blow to Western North Carolina – washing away homes and livelihoods and leaving many residents and businesses without drinkable water or electricity – American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax City just had to do something. So it began collecting items for the victims and then delivering them.

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Romance, High Drama and a Disintegrating Family

Woodson High presents unique take on Shakespeare’s ‘Lear.’

Woodson High presents unique take on Shakespeare’s ‘Lear.’

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Love Runs Amok in Hilarious Shakespearean Comedy

Westfield High presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

Westfield High presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

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Community Fun, Festivities under the Autumn Sun

Centreville Day was Saturday, Oct. 19

Centreville Day was Saturday, Oct. 19

Bicyclist, 89, Killed in Collision with Car

Bicyclist, 89, Killed in Collision with Car

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‘People Pay Attention when Projects Affect their Neighborhoods’

Fairfax City’s Susan Kuiler wants to become mayor.

Fairfax City’s Susan Kuiler wants to become mayor.

Fairfax Man, 20, Dies after Motorcycle Crash

Fairfax Man, 20, Dies after Motorcycle Crash

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‘We Need to Dramatically Increase Our Commercial Tax Base’

Fairfax City Mayor Catherine Read makes her case for reelection.

Fairfax City Mayor Catherine Read makes her case for reelection.

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‘What Women Do Is Figure Out How to Make It All Work’

Advice for success given at Economic Empowerment Luncheon.

More than 120 people attended the Sept. 25 Women’s Economic Empowerment Luncheon at the Sherwood Center in Fairfax.

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Mixed-Use Apartment Building OKed in Northfax

Fairfax City Council approves WillowWood Phase I plan.

Apartments galore

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Music, Children’s Activities, Parade, Pets and Awards

32nd annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 19.

Come one, come all – the 32nd annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park. The free event is at 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP) and offers fun activities for the entire family.

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Fairfax Fall Festival: Food, Crafts, Music

48th annual celebration is Saturday, Oct. 12.

Fairfax Fall Festival: Food, Crafts, Music

Fairfax City Candidates Address Residents

Two are running for Mayor and 11 for City Council.

election

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Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax, this Saturday, Oct. 5

Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax, this Saturday, Oct. 5

Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day

Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day

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Fairfax City Looks Toward the Future

More multifamily homes and retail uses are planned.

While proud of its historic heritage, Fairfax City is continually modernizing and warmly welcoming new residents, businesses and commercial development.

Community News at a Glance

Community news

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Huge Turnout for Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax

Huge Turnout for Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax

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Empowering Fairfax City’s Women Entrepreneurs

Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.

Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.

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Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

Pham was charged with attacking Connolly’s staffers.

Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

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Cool Vehicles, Live Music and Fundraising

Fairfax City hosts 25th annual Labor Day Car Show.

Cars

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Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City

Fairfax City Summer Restaurant Week is Sept. 2-8.

Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City

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Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille

Fairfax City restaurant offers upscale Central and South American food

Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille

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Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System

The rebranded initials stand for ‘City. University. Everyone.’

Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System

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Double Bill for Fairfax City’s Rock the Block

Double Bill for Fairfax City’s Rock the Block

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Former Pharmacy Is Turned into a Pickleball Palace

Vacancy becomes vibrant activity site in Fairfax City.

Vacancy becomes vibrant activity site in Fairfax City.

Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison

Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.

Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.

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It’s Earp’s Ordinary for Live Music, Food, Drinks and Fun

Fairfax City gets an exciting new restaurant/music venue.

Fairfax City gets an exciting new restaurant/music venue.

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Helping People Become Healthy and Strong

Omni Wellness & Performance opens in Fairfax City.

Wellness

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Dr. Dereck Scott To Lead City of Fairfax Bands

Dr. Dereck Scott To Lead City of Fairfax Bands

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Relaxing Place for Coffee, Food and Conversation

It’s The Commons Fooderie in Fairfax City’s Old Town Plaza.

It’s The Commons Fooderie in Fairfax City’s Old Town Plaza.

Melanie Zipp is Fairfax’s Assistant City Manager

Melissa Shinaberry promoted to city clerk.

Melissa Shinaberry promoted to city clerk.

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Musical Comes to Life in a New York Apartment

Westfield Summer Stage presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone.’

Each year, Westfield Summer Stage gives audiences the chance to see some of the most talented high-school thespians from throughout Fairfax County.

Carwash Crash Claims Fairfax Woman’s Life

Carwash Crash Claims Fairfax Woman’s Life

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Scorpion Rose Rocks the Block in Fairfax City

Scorpion Rose Rocks the Block in Fairfax City

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Warm Welcome for a Missed Friend: Old Firestation #3

Fairfax City residents are delighted at the reopening of an icon.

Fairfax City residents are delighted at the reopening of an icon.

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Man Charged with Killing Fairfax Resident

Fairfax County police have arrested a Washington, D.C., man in connection with the May 21 murder of a Fairfax resident.

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Police Charge Special Ed Teacher with Assault

A Fairfax woman who worked as a special-education teacher has been charged with assaulting three students at White Oaks Elementary in Burke.

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Herralink Brings Connection, Joy, to Senior Citizens

Centreville High grad is dedicated to improving their lives.

Centreville High grad is dedicated to improving their lives.

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Come Celebrate the Fourth of July in Fairfax City

Festivities include a parade, firefighter fun, music and fireworks.

Festivities include a parade, firefighter fun, music and fireworks.

Centreville Moose Lodge Presents Five Scholarships

Centreville Moose Lodge Presents Five Scholarships

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Stolen Cop Cruiser Crashes into Two Police Vehicles

Stolen Cop Cruiser Crashes into Two Police Vehicles

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Homemade Latin American Desserts in Fairfax City

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery has become a customer favorite.

Food

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‘We Must Push Back against Efforts to Take Us Backward’

Fairfax City holds its second annual Juneteenth Celebration.

Juneteenth

Man Arrested, Charged with Sexual Assaults

Police say DNA testing reportedly tied him to three cold cases.

A man police believe committed multiple, unsolved sexual assaults – dating as far back as 1998 – is now in custody in the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. He is Edward Eugene Pottmyer, 58 and, although he has a Chantilly address, he actually lives in Loudoun County.

Police Arrest Suspect in Centreville Carjacking

Safety tips offered for exchanging merchandise with strangers.

Police detectives from the Fairfax County Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau have charged a 25-year-old Maryland man in connection with a recent carjacking and abduction in Centreville.

Community News at a Glance - Fairfax

Fairfax News Bites

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Class of 2024 graduates from Mountain View High

Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.

Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.

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Hats Off to Fairfax High School’s Class of 2024

‘Try something new and savor every moment.’

Graduation

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‘We Remember Those Who Sacrificed Their Tomorrows’

Fairfax City pays tribute to the fallen on Memorial Day.

VFW Post 8469 Chaplain Marcus Kuiper gave the opening prayer at Fairfax City’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27. Held at American Legion Post 177, it was jointly hosted by both posts and attended by more than 100 people. “We pray for those who gave their last, full measure of devotion – those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom,” said Kuiper. “Hear our prayers for those who put the welfare of others above their own and made the ultimate sacrifice.”

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