Fairfax County NAACP Condemns Chief Davis’s Action
Chief rejects recommendations and measures to save lives.
Fairfax County police chased and killed Timothy Johnson during a foot pursuit seven months ago; he was suspected of stealing sunglasses. Community leaders, Fairfax NAACP, ACLU People Power, and faith leaders say Fairfax County must prioritize police reform before another death.
Police Challenge Some Professional Recommendations
Chief gives status implementation to supervisors.
Police policies, training, and procedures in 2023 are changing at a national level in terms of de-escalation tactics, appropriate use of force, foot pursuit policies, shooting at vehicles, and approaching people in mental health crises, to mention a few.
End of Hunger Month
But not the end of Hunger in Arlington
It is the end of Hunger Month but not the end of hunger or of Arlington Food Assistance (AFAC) events highlighting the need for food assistance.
ART Offers Free Fares for Fall
Free Rides
Sidewalk Spots and Parking Spots
Sidewalks get “Spot treatment” in Country Club Hills, car data collected from parking spots
Cars in Arlington
Looming Crisis
Understanding the impacts and consequences of a Government Shutdown
Government shutdown
Community Provides Instant Success Story
Funds to replace washing machine donated within 24 hours.
Community comes together
Senior Safety and Awareness Workshop in Alexandria
Senior Services of Alexandria’s ‘Senior Living in Alexandria’ Speaker Series Returns on Oct. 19
Workshop
County Takes Another Step with Solar Fire Stations
Woodlawn station goes solar in Mount Vernon.
Solar powered station
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