Trunk-or-Treat Event is Oct. 23
Roundups
Virginia Communities Can Apply for Climate Adaptation Grants
Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Grants highlight Importance of Virginia’s RGGI reentry and investment in climate resilience.
Another round of grant funding opened recently for projects that strengthen communities’ resilience to climate change and protection from extreme weather. These grants are funded through the Community Flood Preparedness Fund.
‘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.
Affordable Housing Awards
The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority is the recipient of several recent national awards, recognizing its leadership, innovation and equitable strategies in affordable housing.
Octoberfest in Great Falls
The Rotary Club of Great Falls hosted a lively, fun Oktoberfest event on Oct. 4 in conjunction with the Grange Foundation, bringing together community members including local residents, charities and businesses for an evening of fun, food and fellowship, all while raising funds for local initiatives.
Boysko Is Humane Champion
The Humane Society Legislative Fund recently released their 2024 Virginia Humane Scorecard, which grades sitting lawmakers’ votes on animal protection issues.
Seven Corners Pedestrian Dies Weeks after Crash
Marks 17th pedestrian fatality, year to date in Fairfax County.
Sunday, Oct. 13, marked the 17th pedestrian fatality in Fairfax County in 2024.
Eight Local Children Are Missing
Could a CODI Alert have helped return them home?
The Virginia State Police launched its "Critical Operation for a Disappeared Child Initiative," (CODI) Alert Program nearly a month ago, on Sept. 26.
Arrest in Fatal Vehicle Crash in Tara-Leeway Heights
Arlington County Police made an arrest in a fatal vehicle crash that occurred during the early morning hours of Oct. 12, 2024.
Classic Car Show in Alexandria
Lyceum showcases “orphan” vehicles.
Lyceum showcases “orphan” vehicles.
9/11 Ceremony in Great Falls
Honoring and remembering those who perished.
Honoring and remembering those who perished.
Help with Affordable Housing in Herndon?
Possible path for new affordable and accessible housing in the Town of Herndon
Fairfax County stands ready to assist, Bierman says.
Coat Donations Needed Now
2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away
2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away
Film on the Screening Circuit Has Roots in Herndon
Topics of love and mental illness rise above its roots.
Topics of love and mental illness rise above its roots.
Fairfax County Urban Rescue Team Continued to Battle Flood Damage
Team shrinks since initial deployment but rebuilding tasks continue.
Team shrinks since initial deployment but rebuilding tasks continue.
Mixed-Use Apartment Building OKed in Northfax
Fairfax City Council approves WillowWood Phase I plan.
Apartments galore