Stories for March 2026

Stories for March 2026

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Tuesday, March 31

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PFC Henry Viar Is Sully Police Officer of Year

Recognized for his accomplishments, judgment and integrity.

Recognized for his accomplishments, judgment and integrity.

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CAP Cadets Take 3rd in CyberPatriot Finals

Local high schools represented in national competition.

Cyber

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Seniors Join ‘No Kings’ Protest

<sh>Older age group protests expanded executive authority.

Protest

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Supervisors Approve 56-Unit, Beverly Road Redevelopment Project in McLean

Catalyst for the downtown area.

Catalyst for the downtown area.

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Indy Folk Band Experimented with Blind Folds For a New Twist

The Golden Hours is at Jammin’ Java on April 14

Band rocks on

Sunday, March 22

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Creativity in Bloom

At The Jefferson, residents find freedom, focus and joy through art and gardening

Seniors

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Reading Opens the World

Kids, families, teachers turn the pages at Lorton book event

Book event

Saturday, March 21

Thursday, March 19

March Is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Don’t wait: 45 is the recommended age for first colonoscopies for people with average risk.

cancer

Annual Water Pipe Flushing

Information on maintenance of tap water pipe network
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Planning for National Service Animals Monument

Approved by Congress in 2022

Service

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Annual MLK poster contest honors local students.

Annual MLK poster contest honors local students.

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Code Violations and Land Use Cleared Up at AC Tires in Mount Vernon

Voices from all sides contributed to the resolution.

Tires

Wednesday, March 18

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Attend Film Festival for Free

NOVA International Film Festival & Music Festival in April

Film

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Returned Peace Corps Volunteers Recognized

Proclamations fete 65th Anniversary

peace corps

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Do These Districts Have a Future?

Two locals battle for a possible new Democratic seat in Congress.

New district

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Century in Bloom: Historic Garden Week in Fairfax County

The Garden Club of Fairfax marks its 100th year with a tour steeped in heritage, artistry and spring color.

Flowers

Friday, March 6

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Lunar New Year Celebration Fills Sunrise at Hunter Mill in Oakton

Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse

Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse

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Woodlawn, Pope-Leighey House Have New Head

Woodlawn, Pope-Leighey House Have New Head

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Wear Red day

Red

Thursday, March 5

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CAC raises $146k to combat child abuse.

CAC raises $146k to combat child abuse.

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NPS Denies City’s Pump Station Plan

Waterfront Park to remain public park.

Waterfront Park to remain public park.

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CELEBRATING BLACK AUTHORS

CELEBRATING BLACK AUTHORS

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Alexandrians Have Heart

Alexandrians Have Heart

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Front Page News Stands the Test of Time

Front Page News Stands the Test of Time

Wednesday, March 4

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Potomac River Sewage Contamination Declining

Concern about pathogens in the Potomac River remain, but it is now safe for recreation, says DC Water.

River

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Partnership Advances Health for Seniors

Partnership Advances Health for Seniors

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Feel the Heritage Celebrates 100 Years of Black History

Feel the Heritage Celebrates 100 Years of Black History

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St. Peter’s Reaches Out with Drive Thru Ashes

St Peter’s Episcopal Church offers “Drive Thru Ashes” on Wednesday, February 18, the first day of Lent.

Flourishing after 55 in Arlington

Senior living

Arrest in Hit-and-Run; Pedestrian in Critical Condition

News Briefs

Arrest in Hit-and-Run; Pedestrian in Critical Condition

Tuesday, March 3

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Ribbon Cut for Innovation Station North Neighborhood Access Project

New path and bridges link Herndon neighbors to Innovation Metro

New path and bridges link Herndon neighbors to Innovation Metro

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Great Falls Philharmonic To Present Collaborative Choral-Orchestral Masterworks with Voce Chamber Singers

Philharmonic’s conductor hones skills in unlikely place.

Philharmonic’s conductor hones skills in unlikely place.

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Sully District’s First Supervisor Dies at 69

Celebration of Frey’s life will be held in April.

Frey Dies

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Past and Present Supervisors Remember Frey

Share stories about their former colleague.

Past and Present Supervisors Remember Frey

Hoskins to Leave FCEDA

Hoskins to Leave FCEDA

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Is Tech a Stable, Lifelong Career Path?

Local author of ‘Impossibly Hard: What’s Driving High Turnover in Tech?’ says there are risks.

Author

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Peace as Means and End at 2026 Student Peace Awards

Powerful community recognition reaches beyond sports and academic achievements.

2026 Student Peace Awards

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Eight Burglaries; Police Recommend Enhancing Home Security

Video from neighbors house may be a clue.

Video from neighbors house may be a clue.

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New Owner Breaths New Life into Central Springfield Property

Reuse and recycle are part of Mark Harrington’s mission at Remix.

Reuse and recycle are part of Mark Harrington’s mission at Remix.