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Stylish Solutions for Organized Homes

Practical and chic ideas for making a home back-to-school ready.

Before school begins later this month, taking the time to organize home and school supplies can take the stress out of the transition from a laid-back summer to a structured, schedule-driven school year. Local home design and organizational experts share ideas to help parents add practical organizational tools to their home without sacrificing their sense of style.

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Fairfax: Small City, Big Scandal

Mayor arrested in sex-for-meth police sting.

If someone tossed a live, hand grenade in the middle of Fairfax, it potentially wouldn’t have caused as much damage or such utter shock and amazement as the news that Mayor Scott Silverthorne was arrested. And not for a traffic infringement, but for a felony involving group sex with men in exchange for drugs.

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Centreville’s Forest Glen Sustains $10 Million Damage

Blaze races through 75 apartments, displaces 125 people.

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‘Cool, Craft Beer with Integrity’ in Fairfax City

High Side is a hot new venue.

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Fairfax City Firearms Training Center Given Final Approvals

Construction contract awarded, more funds OKed.

‘Thanking Those Who Sacrifice So Much’ in Fairfax

Councilman Yi donates salary to organizations serving others.

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Fond Farewell to Chief Carl Pardiny in Fairfax

Fêted during reception for his retirement.

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Fairfax City Celebrates Kitty Pozer Day

Former home is a museum; garden is dedicated.

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Magical Adventure in a Distant Land in Centreville

Summer SMASH-UP presents original musical, “The Hollow.”

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‘Seeing What We Mean to the Community Is Gratifying’ in Fair Oaks

First responders salute healthcare heroes at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.

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‘Music-Driven Classes in Fun, Team Environment’ in Fair Lakes

Row House fitness studio opening soon

People looking for a different – and safe – form of exercise may well find it in Row House, a boutique, indoor, rowing fitness studio in Fair Lakes.

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‘Using Our Community to Tell Real Stories’

Woodson High presents the musical, ‘Working.’

As everyone learned during the pandemic, America’s workers play vital roles in keeping the country running.

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‘Remembering What it Means to Be an American’ in Fairfax City

Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen

At the outset of Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony on the grounds of American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax, the flag was raised at noon from half staff to full.

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‘Nothing More Rewarding than Working with Kids’ in Fairfax City

TPG Pediatrics opens new office

Point 50 is one of Fairfax City’s newest commercial centers, and now making its home there is TPG Pediatrics (The Pediatric Group).

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Kevin Clay Shares Lessons Learned and Advice

Now starring in “The Book of Mormon” at The Kennedy Center.

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Stepping Up to Help the Homeless in Fairfax

Local business funds City/Lamb Center day-work program.

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Someone Who Goes ‘Above and Beyond’ in Sully District

PFC Kenner Fortner honored as Officer of the Year.

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Police Officer Discusses Cybercrime Sleuthing

Sully District CAC members learn about digital forensics.

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Got a Hankering for Craft Beer?

Chantilly’s first annual BrewFest will quench that thirst.

Take six breweries, four bands, four food trucks, add a large dash of fun and the result is Fairfax County’s first-ever Craft BrewFest.

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‘Supporting American Legion, Youth and the Community’ in Fairfax City

Fairfax’s Post 177 plans renovation, homes and new Chilcott Field.

For decades, American Legion Post 177 has been an asset to the City of Fairfax.