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‘This Is an Opportunity for Connections’ in Fairfax City

Council extends City’s e-scooter pilot program

Fairfax City has extended its pilot program for e-scooters in the City through the end of this year.

Fairfax Mayor, Council Discuss Capital Projects

City Police Station, Property Yard both need improvements

Besides working on the upcoming FY 22 budget, Fairfax City Manager Rob Stalzer and his staff have also been preparing the City’s draft FY 22-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

‘The Victims Don’t Choose that Lifestyle’

Local police detectives discuss human trafficking

When it comes to human trafficking, no part of the U.S. is immune to it – even Fairfax County.

GMU Homecoming and Valentine’s Day Fun

To support George Mason University’s annual Brave and Bold Homecoming celebration, Fairfax City is again partnering with GMU to showcase its Patriot Pride with the program “Patriots in the City.”

Fairfax City Charges into the New Year

Electric-vehicle charging stations are now available.

As more and more automakers transition to electric vehicles – and their popularity rises with consumers – the City of Fairfax is joining the charge.

Fairfax City Manager: ‘We’re Slightly, Cautiously Optimistic’

Stalzer gives quarterly review of FY 21 budget.

In just a few weeks, Fairfax City Manager Rob Stalzer will present his proposed FY 22 budget.

‘A Much-Needed Project’ to Relieve Traffic in Centreville

Plans for Route 28 widening are moving along.

Eventually, the pandemic will subside, and rush-hour traffic – with all its headaches and frustration – will resume on Route 28 in Centreville.

‘The County’s in Dire Need of these Kinds of Facilities’

Affordable senior apartments proposed for Centreville

There’s good news on the horizon for local senior citizens looking for affordable housing.

McLean High Boundary Change Down to the Wire

After the last public hearing, the School Board votes on Feb. 4.

The McLean/Langley High School Boundary Study is at the end of its multi-year process for the School Board to take action by vote and provide capacity relief, or not.

‘Small-Batch Roasts with Consistent Flavor’ in Fairfax City

Foundation Coffee Roasters finds success.

Foundation Coffee Roasters may not be the easiest place to find, but customers say it’s definitely worth the effort.

Providing Hope to Neighbors Facing Eviction, Homelessness

Centreville Presbyterian Church raises rent-relief funds for WFCM.

It’s tough being poor – and it’s even worse if you’re cold and homeless.

Sunrise Senior Living Proposes Fairfax Facility

City Council hears plans for 90 assisted-living units

Sunrise Senior Living is considering building a facility in the City of Fairfax, and the Fairfax City Council heard about the proposal during a pre-application discussion, last Monday, Jan. 5.

‘Reality-Bending Acts of Magic and Mindreading’

City of Fairfax Theatre Co. presents ‘Spellbound’

The City of Fairfax Theatre Co. (CFTC) is kicking off its 2021 season with a magical production called “Spellbound.”

Bates Is Named Sully District’s Officer of the Quarter

His “Experience, dedication and hard work” paid off on patrol.

MPO Scott Bates has been named the Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2020.

‘Using 21st-Century Technology on a 19th-Century House’ in Fairfax City

Uncovering Civil War graffiti at Fairfax’s Historic Blenheim

At Fairfax City’s Historic Blenheim, technology is meeting history, and Mike Toth is the modern-day archaeologist making it happen.

‘No Accountability, No Guts, No Leadership’ in Centreville

Residents decry Fairfax County’s lack of action on Route 28 Bypass project.

Imagine your neighbor decided to build a second garage and use your side yard for its driveway.

Fairfax City Homes All Decked Out for Christmas

Colorful lights and whimsical inflatables fill Fairfax City’s Mosby Woods neighborhood with holiday cheer.

Snowflake Trail Fun by Cub Run RECenter

The Fairfax County Park Authority is offering a free scavenger hunt with video clues in the Cub Run Stream Valley.

Reflecting on 2020, Looking to the Future in Centreville

Centreville Immigration Forum still has more work to do.

Despite the pandemic, the nonprofit Centreville Immigration Forum (CIF) and its Centreville Labor Resource Center (CLRC) are pressing on, as best they can.

‘The Audience Will Go on the Journey with Us’

Fairfax Ballet Company presents reimagined ‘Nutcracker’

The Fairfax Ballet Co. (FBC) presents an all-new holiday experience with its virtual performance, “Nutcracker: Dancing in the City.”

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