Compton Road Shared-use Path Update
‘This project is on the county’s priority plan.’
‘This project is on the county’s priority plan.’
Appreciated!
Local neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out.
Local neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out.
Are Supervisors Out of Touch with Residents?
Residents furious board OKed funding of Braddock/Old Lee jughandle.
Residents furious board OKed funding of Braddock/Old Lee jughandle.
FCPS Laptops Stolen; Local Man Charged
FCPS Laptops Stolen; Local Man Charged
Fairfax Man Charged: Juvenile Sexual Assault
Fairfax Man Charged: Juvenile Sexual Assault
‘When Trust Is Broken’
Greenbriar East Elementary health aide charged with stealing students’ medication.
Greenbriar East Elementary health aide charged with stealing students’ medication.
‘It’s Like a Great, Big, Community Family’
Centreville’s Cox Farms celebrates 50th anniversary.
Centreville’s Cox Farms celebrates 50th anniversary.
Roundups
Roundups
‘We Cook with Love and Everything’s Homemade’
Roaming Rooster opens in Chantilly Crossing.
Roaming Rooster opens in Chantilly Crossing.
‘We’re Down about 140-plus Officers’
Police chief addresses Sully police station’s CAC.
Police chief addresses Sully police station’s CAC.
‘Relaxing and Therapeutic Environment’
Upscale Raizun Nail Spa opens in Fairfax City
Sure, it’s easy to find a nail salon in nearly every city. But one look inside Raizun Nail Spa...
Remember and Honor That Sacrifice
Fairfax City’s Memorial Day ceremony pays tribute to the fallen.
Fairfax Memorial Day
Fairfax City Adopts FY 23 Budget
Real-estate tax rate reduced 6.5 cents; average tax on Fairfax City home will increase $127.
Fairfax City’s newly adopted FY 23 budget fulfills City Council’s goals and directives.
‘The Audience Will Love the Magic of It All’ in Fairfax
Fairfax High presents the musical, ‘Into the Woods.’
High School Theater
‘An Honor for Everyone who Believed in this Project’
Fairfax High grad Emily Dillard vies for College Television Award.
TV award
‘Warm, Welcoming – You’re Basically Doing Yoga with Friends’ in Clifton
WheelHouse’s new studio is in the Colonnade at Union Mill.
Yoga
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.
Fairfax House Fire Causes $90,000 Damage
Fire officials say an early morning fire last Saturday displaced six people and caused approximately $90,000 damage to a Fairfax home.
Monetary Donations Needed for Fairfax County Students’ School Supplies
More than 30 percent of all children in Fairfax County Public Schools are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals.
‘One Step in the Long Road to Recovery’ in Fairfax City
City creates grant program for its businesses.
Fairfax City received some $2.1 million of Virginia’s CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act funds. And last Tuesday, June 9, City Council approved using $1,150,000 of this money for a business-support grant program, Fairfax City ReConnected Grant, to help small City businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Fairfax City: ‘No Lives Matter Until Black Lives Matter’
People speak their minds during a powerful event.
Not even the 90-degree heat could match the fire and passion of the nearly 3,000 people who gathered Saturday afternoon in Fairfax City’s Old Town Square to show that Black Lives Matter.
Amid Controversy, Council Approves WAWA in Fairfax
Increased competition is not a basis for denial.
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Pancake Breakfast in Fairfax City Helps Children with Cancer
Fundraiser for Ellie’s Hats, this Saturday, June 1.
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‘Classic Love Story’ in a Magical Place in Fairfax
Paul VI High presents the musical, ‘Brigadoon.’
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‘This Is Exactly What We Want There’ in Fairfax City
City Council approves changes to Fairfax Gateway plan.
‘It’s Really Been a Great Ride’ in Fairfax
City of Fairfax honors longtime Councilman Jeff Greenfield.
‘It Just Makes Me Feel Good’ Veterans Day
OLLI honors veterans with annual celebration.
Fairfax veterans
‘Confidence through Accomplishment’
Girls on the Run is in local elementary schools.
Girls on the Run is in local elementary schools.
Murder Case Mistrial after Jurors Deadlock
Case involves post-wedding stabbing at Cabell’s Mill.
Murder Case Mistrial after Jurors Deadlock
Fairfax High: ‘Remember to Dream of Something Better’
Fairfax High Class of 2017 graduates.
Fairfax High Graduation
Seeing the Childhood Of an Iconic Character
Woodson High presents “Peter and the Starcatcher.”
Woodson High presents “Peter and the Starcatcher.”
Mmm, Mmm, Chocolate … and Then Some in Fairfax
The 25th annual Fairfax Chocolate Lovers Festival was Feb. 4-5.
The 25th annual Fairfax Chocolate Lovers Festival was Feb. 4-5.
University Drive Extension Project Advances Slightly
Council votes to bring it to 30-percent design.
The Fairfax City Council has not completely approved the controversial University Drive extension...But the project inched forward slightly Tuesday night when the members voted to advance it to the 30-percent design stage.
Fairfax City Council Mulls Location of Community Center
Three or more sites are under consideration.
For more than a year, a committee has been researching potential sites for a community center in the City of Fairfax.
Fairfax Mayoral Candidates Tackle the Tough Questions
Forum held Monday night at City library.
Fairfax City Council members Michael DeMarco, David Meyer and Ellie Schmidt each hope to become the new mayor on Feb. 7.
Fairfax: What’s on the City’s Horizon
Multifamily homes and redevelopment
Planned are two, four-story buildings containing 80 condos. Sixteen of the units will be one-bedroom; 48, two-bedroom; and 16, three-bedroom. IDI-RJL Development LLC is building a residential development called The Enclave at the Mantua Professional Center on Pickett Road. The site’s zoned commercial planned development, so both office and condo uses may exist on it.
Fairfax: ‘Just Pause and Don’t Do It’
Residents debate University Drive extension
The City’s proposal to extend University Drive has sparked strong feelings in Fairfax residents. They spoke both for and against it at the Nov. 1 community outreach meeting and before the Nov. 8 City Council meeting. But most of the speakers during Tuesday night’s public hearing were firmly opposed.
Fairfax: University Drive Decision Postponed
Council to mull community’s comments, get more information.
After 29 residents – the vast majority in opposition – spoke about it, the Council decided it needed more time to consider the community’s comments, see if a grid network in Northfax is really needed and obtain more information about its options.
Fairfax City: >Red-Light Cameras for Three More Locations
The goal is to increase driver and pedestrian safety.
City Council has given Police Chief Carl Pardiny the go-ahead to have red-light cameras installed at three more City intersections.
Fairfax: Three Council Members Are Vying for Mayor
Politics
Three members of the Fairfax City Council have tossed their hats in the ring to become the City’s next mayor. Vying in the Feb. 7, 2017 special election will be Council members Michael DeMarco, David Meyer and Ellie Schmidt.
Fairfax: Holidays Come to City Concerts, Plays, Santa and S’mores
City of Fairfax ushers in the holiday season.
Christmas in the City of Fairfax is always special. And a full slate of activities from Dec. 3-19 is sure to make holiday spirits bright.
Fairfax: Getting into Holiday Spirit with Encore
Musical extravaganza, ‘Christmas Undercover,’ takes the stage.
“It’s a really cute plot with a detective feel to it, plus Santa Claus,” said Director Raynor van der Merwe. “There’s a strong storyline that sets up beautiful vocal and dance numbers that further tell the story. It’s a very entertaining show for the whole family. For two hours, the youngest to the oldest will be transported to a different world.”