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‘Good Way to Bring the Community Together’: Centreville, Chantilly Celebrate National Night Out
Because of the pandemic, this year’s annual National Night Out celebration was shifted from the first Tuesday in August to the first Tuesday in October.
Centreville Day Celebration Begins Oct. 17
Variety of events will be both virtual and in-person.
The 28th annual Centreville Day will be different this year, due to COVID-19, but the community may still participate and enjoy some fun activities.
Fairfax City Helps Restaurants Ready for Winter
Fairfax City is launching a Winter Preparedness Initiative Micro-Grant, this Friday, Oct. 9, as part of the Fairfax City ReConnected Outdoors Program.
‘Stuff You Can’t Find Anywhere Else’ in Fairfax City
99 Ranch Market opens
When 99 Ranch Market, a leading Asian grocery store, recently opened its new store in Fairfax City, the pandemic meant just 50 people were allowed inside at a time.
Bull Run Post Office Road: ‘That Road Is Narrow and Very Dangerous’
Supervisors OK large-truck ban
Bull Run Old Post Office Road is a winding, two-lane, country road, not intended to carry the heavy traffic an arterial road, such as Route 29, does.
Honoring Heroes Virtual 5K Challenge Planned
Event to raise money for Wreaths Across America.
Despite the current pandemic, two local Scouting troops will remember the sacrifices of America’s fallen soldiers by raising money to lay wreaths on their graves.
Centreville and Chantilly Look Toward the Future
Homes and transportation projects are on the horizon.
With an eye toward the future, several land-use and transportation projects are in the works in Centreville and Chantilly.
‘I’m So Happy, Now That This Is Here’ in Fairfax City
Peachwave Frozen Yogurt opens.
Happily eating his cotton-candy-flavored frozen yogurt topped with blueberries, strawberries and Gummy Bears, Harry Ihnat, 3, was too busy to speak.
‘We Believe We’ll Have a Voice, But We Don’t’ in Centreville
Residents furious about Braddock, Old Lee funding decision.
When VDOT held a Feb. 13 information meeting about safety and operational changes proposed for the Braddock/Old Lee roads intersection in Centreville, five alternatives were presented.
Getting in Shape at 60, 70 and 80
Starting where you are and staying consistent among suggestions from healthy and fit seniors.
Whether starting a fitness program after the age of 70 or restarting one after raising children and midlife career building, local seniors share inspiring stories of how achieving and maintaining fitness, health and wellness allows them to lead fulfilling, happy and active lives.
Help Feed Local Families in Need
Britepaths is a well-known, Fairfax-based nonprofit that helps area residents, all year ’round, in a variety of ways.
‘Old Town Just Feels Like Home’ in Fairfax City
Brooke’s Bridal & Ball opens
Brooke Ramos initially wanted to be a wedding planner.
Erin Peterson Fund Golf Tourney is Sept. 24 in Clifton
Westfield High grad Erin Peterson was an18-year-old honor student, with her whole life ahead of her, when she and 31 others died in the April 16, 2007 massacre at Virginia Tech.
19 Years Later, Lest We Forget in Centreville
Each Sept. 11, the front lawn of West Centreville Fire Station 38 is adorned with multitudes of small American flags.
‘An Inspiring Leader and Tireless Advocate’ in Sully District
Karen Campblin named Sully District Community Champion.
Fair Oaks resident Karen Campblin has a passion for helping others and improving her community.
Travel the World in Fairfax City
Upcoming Restaurant Week features global offerings.
While it may look and feel a bit different than usual, Fairfax City’s 3rd annual Restaurant Week still promises to provide fun experiences and delicious food.
From Parking Lot to Activity Space in Fairfax City
City to hold Park(ing) Day outside the mall.
Turning an ordinary parking lot into a space for outdoor fun and activities, Fairfax City will hold its second annual Park(ing) Day, next Friday, Sept. 18.
‘We Hear Things We Never Want to Hear’ in Sully District
What it’s like being a Fairfax County dispatcher.
In times of crisis, dispatchers are a lifeline between callers needing help and the first responders who can provide it.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Amendment 1
As a volunteer over the last four years advocating to end gerrymandering and reform the way our legislative districts are drawn, I wanted to let you know that we have a chance to approve a state constitutional amendment to create the Commonwealth’s first ever redistricting commission.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Amendment 1
As a volunteer over the last four years advocating to end gerrymandering and reform the way our legislative districts are drawn, I wanted to let you know that we have a chance to approve a state constitutional amendment to create the Commonwealth’s first ever redistricting commission.