Two 17 Year Olds Arrested in Kingstowne Shooting
Detectives from the Major Crimes Bureau, Criminal Investigations Division arrested two seventeen-year-olds in a recent shooting in the Kingstowne Shopping Center.
Reduced Fee Schedule Comes to Community Center
Collaborative effort by Cornerstones’ Opportunity Neighborhood influenced system gap remediation.
The Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation Department offers a newly approved lower fee entry for admission to the community center to residents in lower income brackets.
Interview with Author Daniel Stuart Olmes
Behind the writing process and life’s “aha” moments.
Daniel Stuart Olmes of Fairfax County wrote and narrates "Memoirs of an Ordinary Guy: The Everyday Experiences That Changed My Life."
Inaugural Health and Wellness Fair Held in Great Falls
Speakers share key talking points.
The Great Falls Grange Foundation hosted the Inaugural Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, Sept. 16.
Suspect in Chantilly Sex Crimes Acquitted
Prosecution’s case against Dinh disintegrates at preliminary hearing.
Jailed and charged with sexual battery and abduction with intent to defile, Hien The Dinh, 20, sat through his entire preliminary hearing, Sept. 18, in handcuffs. That’s because Fairfax County General District Court bailiffs considered him a flight risk.
Fun and Festivities for the Whole Community
31st annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 14.
Live music, a colorful parade, children’s activities and fun galore on an early fall day – all that and more are in store at the 31st annual Centreville Day. It’s set for Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park. The free event will be held at 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP).
No Gambling Casino for Reston
Some news that is now nearly a year old got renewed attention recently causing many people in our community to become very concerned.
Fall is Here, A Casino Too!
Yes, a casino! In Reston!? It is hard for me to imagine a worse idea.
New Lanes Opening on Route 28
Roundups
On or about Monday, Oct. 9, (weather depending), drivers will see new traffic patterns along Route 28 northbound and southbound between the Fairfax County/Prince William County line and Old Centreville Road in Centreville.
Two Suspects Arrested Within 72 Hours of Shooting
Detectives from FCPD Major Crimes Bureau Armed Robbery and Contact Shooting squad have arrested two suspects in a shooting that left one adult man injured in Centreville.
Capital Art and Craft Festival, Oct. 13-15, 2023
More than 200 artists from throughout the US will be at the Dulles Expo Center.
Military Appreciation Monday
Mark you calendars for the Oct. 16 Military Appreciation Monday dinner supporting the organization Stop Soldier Suicide.
Residents Speak Out Against Data Center
Say environment and people’s health should matter more.
Speaking before the Fairfax County Planning Commission last week, opponents of the gigantic data center proposed for construction near Chantilly’s Pleasant Valley community attacked the project from every angle.
PRS Reaches Spanish Speakers with Content and Outreach
PRS, a behavioral health nonprofit serving Northern Virginia which operates as the Regional Crisis Call Center for most of Virginia, has enhanced its offerings and outreach to the Northern Virginia Spanish speaking community.
Fairfax City Receives $1 Million Tree Grant
For 36 consecutive years, Fairfax City has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. And now, a $1 million grant recently awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service will help the City continue to grow and maintain its urban forest.
Homes Sold Faster and Prices Jumped More
Median sold price for a home in August reached $700,000 in Northern Virginia
Even though sales declined regionally and nationally, inventory was lower and prices grew faster in the Northern Virginia real estate market than nationally in August, according to the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors.
Brush Piles – Headaches or Havens?
From chipmunks to chickadees, these can shelter local wildlife.
Tropical storm Ophelia soaked the Washington area last weekend, leaving behind, among other impacts, fallen limbs and sticks scattered around. Instead of becoming landfill or incinerator material, they can support local wildlife, from chipmunks to chickadees.
Second Story Backpacks from Women’s Club of McLean
The Woman’s Club of McLean has long supported Second Story, a non profit organization in Fairfax County providing counseling and residential housing for teens, young mothers, and their children who were living in unsafe residential situations.
News Briefs
Out of the Darkness Walk to Prevent Suicide
A Place at the Table for Everyone Born
Some catchy phrases that led to success at the ballot box resulted in some terrible public policies.