Bicyclist Dies from Injuries Sustained at Entrance to Great Falls Park: Larry Willis, 53
Larry Willis, 53, critically injured on Nov. 21 at MacArthur Boulevard and Falls Road, at the entrance to Great Falls Park, in a collision involving a bicycle, cyclist struck.
Kayaker Rescued on the Potomac River
On Tuesday morning, Dec. 1, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a stranded kayaker on the Potomac River near Riley’s Lock.
Pumpkins for Piggies at Poplar Spring
This past weekend was the 11th year that a group of friends collected Pumpkins for Piggies in and around River Falls.
Opinion: Column: A Bone To Pick
Not that I'm the most-stressed about it, but I am at least stressed about a bone scan I'm having this week.
December is Virginia’s Puppy Mill Awareness Month
In February, the 2020 General Assembly unanimously designated December as Virginia’s Puppy Mill Awareness Month.
Artifacts Tell the Nation’s Story at the New Army Museum
Museum showcases display cases, first hand accounts, newsreel footage and more.
Inside the Army museum
‘Fairfax Peak’ Indoor Ski Slope Jumps Another Mogul
Public comments show mixed opinions for the slope planned at Lorton Landfill.
Fairfax Peak skiing
Students and Parents Navigate Virtual Learning in Fairfax County
FCPS Virtual and In-Person Learning During COVID 2020
Dec. 1 marked the day that Fairfax County Public Schools students in Group 5, those in Early Head Start, PreK, Kindergarten, and some who receive special education services were to at last transition out of distance learning and walk through school doors to receive two days a week of in-person learning.
Fairfax County Police Patrol on Bikes to Enhance Community Relations
Neighborhood Patrol Units are in every district.
The boots on the ground for the Fairfax County Police Department include the numerous bicycle squads cruising throughout the county, keeping communities safe while interacting with the public on a daily basis.
Have Yourself a Sober Little Christmas
Batting addictions during the holidays
With the holidays come an increase in imbibing.
Bringing Joy and Message of Hope to Area Children
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue participating in TOYS FOR TOTS Campaign
The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department will be participating in the Annual National Capital Region Fire and EMS Departments’ 2020 TOYS FOR TOTS Campaign.
Editorial: Time to Send Art for Children’s Connection
Like everything else, the Children's Connection will be different in 2020.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Covid Alerts Via Mobile?
Given the evolving COVID-19 restrictions and guidance in response to another wave of infections, I believe I have an idea for information proliferation.
Herndon No Longer Torn Between Its Past and Future
Town Council approves its final step toward inking Downtown Redevelopment.
A part of the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Series.
Herndon High NJROTC Cadets Donate Meals to Neighbors in Need
In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and the growing need for food in the area, the Herndon High School NJROTC donated eleven family meals for Thanksgiving and pledged another ten meals for Christmas, for a total of 21 in honor of the Class of 2021.
Live Entertainment Returns to CenterStage in Reston
With so much stress due to the ongoing COVID pandemic, CenterStage is “providing arts to help us navigate the uncertainty, and in a manner that patrons can be confident about their health and safety,” said Leila Gordon, executive director, Reston Community Center. “The arts can help us heal.”
Opinion: Commentary: The Work Goes On…
Sonny Bono wrote a catchy tune reminding us that “the beat goes on…History has turned the page, uh huh.”
Opinion: Independent Progressive: You Can’t Open the Farmers Market During a Pandemic
Back in March and April as the Covid 19 pandemic peaked, we were warned that it was unlikely the Reston Farmers Market could be opened for the 2020 season as scheduled (April 25), if at all.
J.K. Rowling's New Book Features Great Falls Child’s Illustration
Way to go Petra Demas, fourth grader at Forestville Elementary
A full-color illustration by award-winning young artist, Petra Demas, 10, of Great Falls is published in the print versions of J.K. Rowling's newly released book, "The Ickabog."
Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Helping Women Achieve Their Academic Goals
Announcing Doris Fisher Irwin Endowment
Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Scholarship Fund announced the creation of the Doris Fisher Irwin Endowment, inspired by their founder and funded through a 2019 bequest by her husband George.