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Inaugural Herndon Pride Festival

Inaugural Herndon Pride Festival

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Class of 2024 graduates from Mountain View High

Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.

Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.

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Red-shouldered hawk attacks Great Falls family

Red-shouldered hawk attacks Great Falls family

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Hats Off to Fairfax High School’s Class of 2024

‘Try something new and savor every moment.’

Graduation

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Springfield Student Named LEGO’s 2024 Mini Master Model Builder

Springfield Student Named LEGO’s 2024 Mini Master Model Builder

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Three Pedestrians Killed By Train at Lake Accotink

One struck, two fell off bridge to their deaths.

One struck, two fell off bridge to their deaths.

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Primary Colors

Democrats to determine future direction of Alexandria.

Democrats to determine future direction of Alexandria.

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Minnie Howard Reopens

City unveils new $190M ACHS facility.

City unveils new $190M ACHS facility.

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Operation Overlord

City marks 80th anniversary of D-Day invasion.

City marks 80th anniversary of D-Day invasion.

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Plaque Dedicated to Fallen Vietnam Veterans

Second plaque dedication to be held June 14 at Gadsby’s Tavern.

Plaque Dedicated to Fallen Vietnam Veterans

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‘We Remember Those Who Sacrificed Their Tomorrows’

Fairfax City pays tribute to the fallen on Memorial Day.

VFW Post 8469 Chaplain Marcus Kuiper gave the opening prayer at Fairfax City’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27. Held at American Legion Post 177, it was jointly hosted by both posts and attended by more than 100 people. “We pray for those who gave their last, full measure of devotion – those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom,” said Kuiper. “Hear our prayers for those who put the welfare of others above their own and made the ultimate sacrifice.”

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Poignant Stories of Wartime Bravery and Heart

Fairfax Councilmembers talk about America’s heroes.

During Fairfax City’s Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27, two of the most poignant stories about America’s fallen veterans were told by Councilmembers Kate Doyle Feingold and Tom Ross:

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Ready, Set, Read

Summer reading adventure is underway.

The Arlington Library kicked off its summer reading adventure on Saturday, June 1 with fun activities, games and popsicles at the eight library locations.