When the World Turns Upside Down: Lorton resident shares personal impact of Trump Executive Order on travel.
When Anahid Ali of Lorton first heard of President Donald Trump’s executive order blocking travelers and refugees from seven majority-Muslim countries including her native Iraq, it turned her world upside down.
Community Meeting on the Braddock Road Multimodal Study Set for Feb. 6
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) and Braddock District Supervisor John C. Cook will host a community meeting to discuss the Braddock Road Multimodal Study, which encompasses areas in Annandale, Springfield, Burke and Fairfax, on Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke.
Fairfax City Mayoral Candidates in Their Own Words
Special election for City mayor is Tuesday, Feb. 7.
Fairfax City Council members Michael DeMarco, David Meyer and Ellie Schmidt all hope to become the City’s next mayor.
Fairfax City Special Election: Michael DeMarco
Imagine living in a city where we have easy access to restaurants, shops, public transportation and work.
A Weekend Full of Chocolate Fun in Fairfax City
City’s tastiest festival is Feb. 4-5.
The Fairfax Chocolate Lovers Festival is a dream-come-true for chocolate aficionados, and the 2017 extravaganza is this Saturday, Feb. 4, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 5, from noon-4 p.m.
Fairfax City Special Election: David Meyer
The City of Fairfax needs a strong, effective mayor to lead the Council in completing its 2035 Comprehensive Plan, getting the two approved redevelopment projects started at Fairfax Circle and Kamp Washington, and protecting existing neighborhoods from increased density and traffic congestion.
Fairfax City Special Election: Ellie Schmidt
You have a choice in the special election on Feb 7.
Fairfax High Holds Hall of Fame Inductions
The Fairfax High School Athletic Hall of Fame inducted seven new members on January 17, 2017.
‘The Magic Marksman’ at George Mason University Stage
Virginia Opera presents “The Magic Marksman” at George Mason University, Center for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax.
Week in Fairfax
Meet with Bulova, Petersen
Del. David Bulova (D-37) and state Sen. Chap Petersen (D-34) will hold a town hall meeting on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 9-11 a.m., at Fairfax City Hall, 10455 Armstrong St. in Fairfax.
Brewery Tapped for Fairfax County Board Approval
Planning Commission calls the craft brewery production and tasting industry worthwhile for the county.
Fairfax County’s Planning Commission recommended approval of a zoning ordinance that will uncork the county’s ability to open breweries for craft beer brewing and tasting.
Supporting Military Survivors
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) offers compassionate care to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in the Armed Forces.
Passenger Killed in Car Crash on Clifton Road
Estrada Izaguirre, 21, of Springfield was pronounced dead at the scene of a single-vehicle crash in the 7600 block of Clifton Road in Fairfax Station on Thursday, Jan. 26.
Honoring Dr. King with a Day of Service at Mason Neck State Park
Honoring Dr. King with a Day of Service at Mason Neck State Park
Nicecream to Add Some Factory Flair to King Street in Alexandria
Amid the blocks of bustling King Street, a new factory is preparing to open. But it doesn’t need an industrial permit to hawk its wares.
All In for ‘The Gin Game’ at Alexandria's MetroStage
Notes from The Producer
The next production at MetroStage is “The Gin Game,” a Pulitzer Prize winning classic play by D. L. Coburn, opening Feb. 2 and running through March 12.
Alexandria Council Briefs
Council Approves Strategic Plan
The year is 2022, and Alexandria is a city with a thriving waterfront and plenty of affordable housing for everybody in need.
Crime Reports: The following incidents were reported by the Alexandria Police Department.
The following incidents were reported by the Alexandria Police Department.
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Washington's Birthday
This is the second in a series of articles about the George Washington Birthday Celebration.