‘It Felt Good to Be Recognized and Appreciated’ in Fairfax County
County thanks its Public Works employees with food.
National Public Works Week was May 17-23; and as COVID-19 has revealed whose labor is essential – not just in a crisis, but every day – Fairfax County celebrated workers in a category that doesn’t immediately spring to mind.
Chantilly High Grad Is New Firefighter
Chantilly High grad Christopher Wolf is among 53 new recruits who recently graduated from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) Basic Training.
Harmon, Ross Join Incumbents on Fairfax City Council
Meyer and School Board members all re-elected.
Fairfax City re-elected its mayor, City Council and School Board incumbents, Tuesday, May 19, and added Joe Harmon and Tom Ross to the Council, replacing Jennifer Passey and Michael DeMarco who chose not to run. And despite the pandemic, which caused many to vote by mail, more votes were cast than in 2018.
‘Great Value for Citizens’ Tax Dollars’ in Fairfax City
City adopts budget for FY 21.
It wasn’t the bright, hopeful document they’d expected to pass before COVID-19 gripped the nation, but last Wednesday, May 13, Fairfax City Councilmembers approved the City’s FY 2021 budget.
Centreville Man Charged in Female Jogger’s Assault
Fairfax County police have arrested a 21-year-old Centreville man in connection with an assault last week on a woman jogging in Franconia. He is Vincent Wesley, and police charged him with malicious wounding and strangulation.
‘More Traffic Will Go Down Galesbury’ in Chantilly
VDOT’s proposals for Route 50 intersections.
Under normal traffic conditions, the two-mile segment of Route 50 between Route 28 and Stringfellow Road in Chantilly is clogged during the morning and evening rush. It also averages 71,000 vehicles a day and has a high number of crashes.
‘Circumstances Have Changed, and They’re on the Frontline’ in Fair Oaks
First responders salute healthcare heroes at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.
It’s nice to be appreciated – and, last Tuesday, May 5, at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, local first responders let healthcare workers there know exactly how much they’re valued. At the 6:30 p.m. shift change, staff members walked outside and were greeted by fire engines, police cruisers, a gigantic American flag and about 100 first responders applauding them and holding signs and banners of appreciation.
Robots Bring Meals to Fairfax Residents
There’s a robot invasion in downtown Fairfax! Well, no, not really; but friendly robots delivering delicious meals to City residents have definitely become part of the local scene.
‘Seeing What We Mean to the Community Is Gratifying’ in Fair Oaks
First responders salute healthcare heroes at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.
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‘None of Us Really Know How this Will Play Out’ in Fairfax City
City continues to grapple with FY 21 budget.
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‘A Bit of Normalcy in a Tumultuous Time’ in Fairfax City
City Jobs program keeps restrooms open in Stafford Park.
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‘We’re in Uncharted Territory, to the Extreme’ in Fairfax City
City Manager recommends Fiscal Year ’21 budget cuts.
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An ‘Outpouring of Love and Kindness’ in Chantilly
Church members honor cancer-fighting pastor with caravan.
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‘Blessed by Kind Donations, Community Sponsors’
Fairfax’s 29 Diner: Feeding hospitals and people in need.
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‘It Started As a Little Gesture and Grew Bigger’
Craftsman Auto Care helps provide meals to hospital staff.
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Girls Can ‘Make Our World a Better Place’
Raytheon’s Chantilly event encourages them to become engineers.
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‘I’ve Been Blessed, and I Try to Give Back’
Ciao brings free meals to doctors, nurses, firefighters.
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Our Fairfax City Firefighters: An Elite Echelon of First Responders
Fairfax City Fire Department is internationally accredited.
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‘Alternative 3 is the Worst of All the Plans’ in Centreville
Meeting about Braddock Road, Old Lee Road stirs controversy.
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‘Don’t Be Afraid of Walking through the Fire’
Fairfax woman shares her story to help and inspire others.
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Help Local Families Weather this Crisis
Britepaths launches ‘Adjust, Give, Donate’ for those in need.
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‘Teamwork, Safety and Aggressive Criminal Patrol’ in Sully District
Pfeiffer is Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Year.
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Fairfax Couple Presumed Positive for COVID-19
County, state, health professionals provide answers, advice.
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‘I No Longer Feel Like I Can Trust Anyone’
Judge, victim’s family, unhappy about suspended sentence.
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Fairfax City Manager Unveils Proposed FY 21 Budget
Includes real-estate tax increase and money for capital projects.
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‘Take a Moment Today and Count Your Blessings’
North Korean refugees speak to Chantilly High students.
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‘A Legend in Selfless Service to Northern Virginia’
Art Little honored by both the City of Fairfax and NOVA Parks.
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Peer Support Service Dogs Provide Comfort, Stress Relief in Fairfax County
Pilot program helps police officers cope with a dangerous job.
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Celebrating 100 Years with Community Service in Chantilly
Ahmadiyya Muslims fill food packages for people in need.
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‘An Individual who Exemplifies the Very Best’ in Fairfax
City honors Fairfax Little League’s Scott Peirce.
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