Wednesday, November 27
Woman Abducted, Raped on W&OD Trail
Suspect had been released from detention center days earlier; may be linked to more cases.
Suspect had been released from detention center days earlier; may be linked to more cases.
Ending Teen Food Insecurity
Amazon sponsors Food For Neighbors Event
Amazon sponsors Food For Neighbors Event
Fairfax City’s Small Business Saturday Is Nov. 30
Fairfax City’s Small Business Saturday Is Nov. 30
Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City
Family fun, as well, at the Festival of Lights and Carols.
Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City
CFTC Presents ‘Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins’
A new, holiday play geared for both children and adults.
A new, holiday play geared for both children and adults.
Dancing Reindeer, Elves, Toy Soldiers and Santa
Encore presents its holiday show, ‘Time for Christmas.’
Encore presents its holiday show, ‘Time for Christmas.’
Tuesday, November 19
Rachel McQuillen Joins Fairfax City Council
Rachel McQuillen is moving from the Fairfax City School Board to a seat on the Fairfax City Council.
Local Nonprofits Need Your Help
Britepaths, Lamb Center seek holiday donations.
Britepaths, Lamb Center seek holiday donations.
Fairfax Ballet Company Presents ‘The Nutcracker’
Chantilly High student dances with NYC professionals.
Nutcracker
House Passes Connolly’s Veteran Suicide Prevention Legislation
House Passes Connolly’s Veteran Suicide Prevention Legislation
‘Reminder of the Painstakingly High Cost of Freedom’
Fairfax City celebrates America's veterans.
Fairfax City celebrates America's veterans.
John Mason Honored by General Assembly
‘Emblematic of the unflinching spirit of our veterans.’
John Mason Honored
Thursday, November 14
Wednesday, November 13
Is Fairfax County’s Co-Responder Program the Right Fit?
Advocates, public cite concerns.
It has been over three years since Fairfax County initiated its pilot co-responder program intended to help police respond to mental health emergency calls. Some county residents are raising multiple concerns about the program.
Telling All the History of Fairfax County
The theme, “The Power of Place,” permeated the Fairfax County History Commission’s 20th annual conference on Nov. 2, including the power of places long gone.
Reimagining of a Classic Story in Futuristic Setting
Centreville High’s Cappies play is ‘Antigone: 3021.’
Theater
County Honors Its Former Planning Commission Chairman
Peter F. Murphy: ‘Not driven by ideology or politics’
Planning award
Driver Charged in Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Driver Charged in Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Read Wins Re-election as Fairfax City’s Mayor
One Council seat is yet to be decided.
One Council seat is yet to be decided.
‘Like an Adam Sandler Movie with Shakespeare’s Language’
Fairfax High presents ‘Much Ado About Nothing.’
Much Ado
Two McLean Parks Slated for Change
The pickleball courts at Westgate Park and Linway Terrace Park are going away.
In a pickle
Wednesday, November 6
2 Critical After Shooting on Columbia Pike
Arlington County Police Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred along Columbia Pike on the evening of Oct. 31, 2024.
Data on FCPD Use of License Plate Reader Technology
The Fairfax County Police Department marks the two-year anniversary of the implementation of license plate reader technology which launched in November 2022.
New Goodwill Donation Express Opens in Arlington
The Center is open to receive donations Monday-Friday from 11 am-7 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9 am-5 pm. Phone 703-565-2904
Open Enrollment on Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace Has Started
Open Enrollment on Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace started Nov 1. This is the time of year that anybody can enroll in new coverage or make changes to their current plan without experiencing a qualifying life event. Free application assistance is available to Virginians during Open Enrollment and year-round through the Enroll Virginia program.
“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Robert ‘Old Folks’ Dawkins to be Honored
Memorial unveiling ceremony to be held Nov. 9.
The City of Alexandria will celebrate the legacy of Robert Dawkins, endearingly known as “Old Folks,” at the unveiling of a memorial Nov. 9 at the Charles Houston Recreation Center.
Glebe View Townhouse Project at a Glance
Fairfax Presbyterian Church, at 10723 Main St. and Presbyterian Way in Fairfax City, has donated some 1.6 acres of its land for affordable homes, called Glebe View Townhouses, to be built there. Habitat for Humanity NOVA is the developer, and nonprofit Homestretch/Sacred Homes will own two of the houses. HomeAid will provide building materials and tradesman expertise at reduced prices.
The 20th Annual Fairfax County History Conference
The Power of Place, Part 1
Where we live, where we grew up, where we are now, it’s “the power of place,” the theme of the Fairfax County History Commission’s 20th annual conference held on Nov. 2.
Community Resource Day
CCNA sponsors event for families.
Landmark Church and the Concerned Citizens Network of Alexandria (CCNA) joined forces to present the Community Resource Day, an event to welcome and support families while providing information on city and nonprofit services available in the community.
Fairfax News Briefs
Briefs
Pathway Homes Honors Mayor Catherine Read
Receives Pathway’s Spirit of Hope award for support of mental health and affordable housing; also honor Shelley Murphy, Cafritz Foundation.
Pathways
Tuesday, November 5
Local Game Inventor Lines up Familiarity with Wizards and Crocs
Local Game Inventor Lines up Familiarity with Wizards and Crocs
‘A Joyous Day Filled with Hope, Progress and Possibility’
Ground is broken for affordable homes in Fairfax City.
Ground is broken for affordable homes in Fairfax City.
Coat Donations Needed Now
Coat Donations Needed Now