Fairfax City’s multimodal plan for Old Lee Highway rolls along.
Old Lee Highway plan
Herrity: ‘This Park Is Near and Dear to My Heart’ in Centreville
Park Authority Board approves Braddock Park’s revised plan.
New park
Police Shoot Chantilly Man, Charge Him with Attempted Murder
Parents called for help with their son in mental health crisis; police say he threatened his parents and police when they arrived.
Police shooting
Earp’s Ordinary Pops Up in Time for Holidays
Fairfax City restaurant and live-music venue opens at Zandra’s Taqueria site.
Earp's Ordinary
Westfield Grad Jade Jones Getting National Acclaim
She stars in unusual production of ‘Beauty and the Beast.’
Beauty and the Beast
Festive, Holiday Events in the City of Fairfax
Live music, crafts, food and Christmas-tree lighting.
Holiday Events
‘It’ll Put the Audience in the Holiday Spirit’ in Fairfax
Encore presents ‘Christmas is Just Around the Corner’
Christmas play
‘It’ll Put the Audience in the Holiday Spirit’
Encore presents ‘Christmas Is Just Around the Corner’
Christmas play by Encore
‘We Welcome Anybody – the Broken, the Wounded’ in Fairfax
The Lamb Center honors its guests, looks to the future.
Lamb Center
‘It’s about Getting Seen and Knowing that You Matter’
Westfield High presents timely play, ‘Anon(ymous)’
Westfield High’s play, “Anon(ymous),” brings the immigrant experience home by focusing on what happens after a mother and daughter coming to the U.S. are separated when their boat capsizes at sea. Neither knows if the other survived, but they never lose hope.
‘What We’re Actually Doing Is Improving People’s Lives’
Breaking ground for Route 28 widening.
ribbon cut on Rt 28
Supporting the ‘Dreamers, Risk-Takers and Doers’
Ribbon-cutting held for Office Evolution in Fairfax City.
Office Evolution
‘Find Interesting and Unique Things that Tell a Story’
Fairfax Funky Flea opens Sept. 25 in Fairfax City with up to 60 vendors, music, food and more.
Funky finds
Shoestring Theatre Co. Presents ‘The Frenchman’
Original play about a French colony in Virginia
In the 18th century, a citizen of France traveled to America, came to Virginia and changed it forever by founding a French colony here.
‘Nothing More Rewarding than Working with Kids’ in Fairfax City
TPG Pediatrics opens new office
Point 50 is one of Fairfax City’s newest commercial centers, and now making its home there is TPG Pediatrics (The Pediatric Group).
Fair Lakes Townhouse Fire Displaces Four
Fire officials say an early morning fire in Fair Lakes displaced four people and caused an estimated $463,375 in damages to the home involved.
‘We’ve Been Doing God’s Work with Our Hands’ in Fair Oaks
King of Kings Lutheran Church celebrates 50 years.
The past, present and future united during the 50th anniversary celebration of King of Kings Lutheran Church in Fair Oaks.
‘Exceptional Teachers in the City of Fairfax’
Rotary Club honors 2020 and 2021 educators of the year
Each year, the Rotary Club of Fairfax recognizes two Fairfax City Schools Teachers of the Year.
Centerpointe Church to Build in Centreville
BZA approves plans for place of worship, childcare center
A new church is coming to Centreville.
‘We Fly Where Other Aircraft Are Restricted’ Over Fairfax County
Police share information about their helicopters and drones.
In his 29th year with the Fairfax County Police Department, Capt. Mike Shamblin has headed the Helicopter Division for a year.
‘An Icon of Courage, Hope and Unlimited Potential’: Fairfax school renamed for NASA’s Katherine Johnson
No longer honoring a Confederate soldier, Fairfax City’s middle school is now named after famed NASA mathematician, Katherine Johnson.
‘Driven by Fire and Determination’ to Graduate at Mountain View High
Celebrating Class of 2021
At the outset of Mountain View High’s graduation, last Wednesday, June 9, at Centreville High, Assistant Principal Catherine Stone noted that it was the school’s 50th graduation ceremony.
Fairfax City Police Members are Honored
Fairfax City Police Lt. Michael Bartholme and Dispatcher Cynthia Tetterton were recently honored with the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) Silver Patrick Henry Medal.
Local Man is Honored in Fairfax for WWII Submarine Service
The Virginian, a senior-living community in Fairfax, recently hosted the U.S. Submarine Veterans Assn., Northern Virginia Base, as it honored Virginian resident Alvin “Al” Anceravage, 99, on the 75th anniversary of his submarine service in WWII.
‘We Made Memories that We Will Cherish Forever’ at Fairfax High
Class of 2021 graduates
Because of the pandemic, the music was recorded, and the ceremony was held on the football field instead of inside the field house.
‘Our Overall Concern is Protecting Western Fairfax’
Kathy Smith’s State of Sully meeting proves contentious
Supervisor Kathy Smith (D-Sully) gave her annual State of Sully message, May 26, to the Sully District Council (SDC).
‘Remembering What it Means to Be an American’ in Fairfax City
Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen
At the outset of Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony on the grounds of American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax, the flag was raised at noon from half staff to full.
Griffith is Honored as Sully District Officer of the Quarter
Officer Jared Griffith has been honored as the Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2021.
‘We’re Looking Forward to Building Something Nice’ in Chantilly
New church, private school proposed
Our Lady of Lavang Parish wants to build a place of worship in Chantilly.
Passey Honored as a ‘Woman of Influence’
Fairfax resident Jennifer Passey was recently honored as the winner of the 2021 Woman of Influence award presented by Fairfax City’s Commission for Women.
Chantilly Man Honored for “Distinguished Public Service’
Marshall Dantzler inducted into NASS Hall of Fame
Marshall Dantzler, a Chantilly resident and longtime member of the Centreville-Chantilly Rotary Club, was honored April 21 by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS).
Centreville Man Killed in Bicycle Crash
A Centreville man died last week, following a collision between the bicycle he was riding and a car.
Big Changes Proposed for Braddock Park
Being considered: Dog park, pickleball courts, dining pavilions, etc.
The draft Master Plan for Braddock Park is rapidly taking shape, thanks to the hard work of Fairfax County Park Authority staff, plus community input.
‘Timeless Story of Friendship, Love and Growing Up’
Fairfax High Presents ‘Little Women, the Musical’
Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, “Little Women” describes the lives of the author and her sisters, growing up during Civil War America.
Showcasing Fairfax City’s Diverse Dining Scene
Restaurant Week is May 24 through May 31
More than 30 restaurants are participating in Fairfax City’s fourth annual Restaurant Week, which runs Monday, May 24, through Monday, May 31.
‘Do the Right Things for the Right Reasons’ in Sully District
Meet Capt. Jason Allegra: Sully District police commander
Attending Old Dominion University, Jason Allegra followed in his brother’s footsteps by majoring in criminal justice.
‘We Want to Help our City Businesses Thrive’ in Fairfax
City approves drive-through windows for McDonald’s.
The Fairfax City Council has given the go-ahead for the McDonald’s at 3195 Old Lee Highway to get a whole new look.
‘These Investments Will Pay Off in the Future’ in Fairfax City
Fairfax City adopts its FY 22 budget
Fairfax City last week adopted its FY 22 budget.
Exploring the Connections Between Human Beings at Westfield High
Westfield High presents musical, “The Theory of Relativity”
Examining how people are linked through life’s shared experiences, Westfield High presents the musical, “The Theory of Relativity.”
New Dates for Chantilly High’s Children’s Show
Offering both virtual and in-person shows, Chantilly High is presenting the children’s show, “Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt.”
‘Using Our Community to Tell Real Stories’
Woodson High presents the musical, ‘Working.’
As everyone learned during the pandemic, America’s workers play vital roles in keeping the country running.
Gov. Terry McAuliffe Visits Vaccine Clinic in Chantilly
Bumping elbows and happily chatting with staff and patients alike, Gov Terry McAuliffe visited a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Chantilly, last Saturday, May 1.
Chantilly High Senior Wins Music Contest
Chantilly High senior Ethan Luvisia has won first place in the Rotary District Youth Music Contest.