Letter to the Editor: Fairfax County Cannot Ignore Low Salaries of Police Force
As we have heard for many years now, Fairfax County is once again in a budget crunch.
Editorial: Independent, Civilian Oversight in Place
New auditor and panel will make an excellent police force better, more transparent and accountable.
In February, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors followed through in establishing two forms of independent oversight of law enforcement for the first time in county history.
Stop Bullying Federal Workers
Republicans hold control of all three branches of government, and therefore have a responsibility to lead the civil service that employs millions of Americans, and every American relies upon for myriad services.
Madison Warhawks: Region Champions
The Madison Warhawks (22-6) and WT Woodson Cavaliers (23-5) battled for the Virginia 6A North Championship held at Robinson High School on Feb. 25.
Hunter Mill District Community Summit Held
Budgets, education, economic climate, immigration and Metro all on the agenda.
Hunter Mill District Supervisor Cathy Hudgins held a community summit on Saturday, March 4 at the Frying Pan Park Visitors Center in Herndon.
Fairfax County Team Receives National Award for Juvenile Justice Diversion Efforts
The Center for Juvenile Justice and Reform (CJJR) at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy awarded a Fairfax County team the 2016 Capstone of the Year Award for their efforts and success in redesigning and enhancing the youth diversion and restorative justice program.
Langley Band Invited to National Festival
The Langley High School Wind Symphony Band has been honored by being invited to perform at the 2017 Music for All National Festival, a noted festival for school instrumental music ensemble.
Local SoberRide Program Partners with LYFT
SoberRide, Greater Washington’s popular free safe ride service to prevent drunk driving, will now be solely available via the Lyft mobile app ridesharing platform.
Beating Langley, Cougars Go to State Finals
The Oakton Cougars secured a spot in the Virginia 6A basketball finals.
The Oakton Cougars secured a spot in the Virginia 6A basketball finals after defeating the Langley Saxons 52-40 in the semifinal on March 4.
Winning Basketball Championship
McLean Basketball's eighth grade Division III team just took the The Fairfax County Youth Basketball League (FCYBL) championship trophy home in a close game that was won with a 3-pointer in the last seconds of the game.
Puppy Murray to the Rescue
Puppy Murray in his yellow cape is becoming a familiar sight to Great Falls residents.
Fairfax County Celebrates 275th Anniversary
“A Place Called Home: Fairfax County. A 275th Anniversary Event” is a day-long exploration of the sprawling geography and history of Fairfax County.
Verizon Supports TJ High School STEM All Stars
On Friday, March 6, state Sen. Dick Saslaw (D-35), Fairfax County Supervisor Penny Gross (D-Mason District) and Fairfax County School Board Vice Chairman Jane Strauss, gathered to celebrate Verizon’s sustained commitment to STEM education in Northern Virginia.
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