Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day
Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day
Fairfax City Looks Toward the Future
More multifamily homes and retail uses are planned.
While proud of its historic heritage, Fairfax City is continually modernizing and warmly welcoming new residents, businesses and commercial development.
Community News at a Glance
Community news
Empowering Fairfax City’s Women Entrepreneurs
Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.
Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.
Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Pham was charged with attacking Connolly’s staffers.
Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Fairfax City Summer Restaurant Week is Sept. 2-8.
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
Fairfax City restaurant offers upscale Central and South American food
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System
The rebranded initials stand for ‘City. University. Everyone.’
Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System
Former Pharmacy Is Turned into a Pickleball Palace
Vacancy becomes vibrant activity site in Fairfax City.
Vacancy becomes vibrant activity site in Fairfax City.
Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison
Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.
Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.
It’s Earp’s Ordinary for Live Music, Food, Drinks and Fun
Fairfax City gets an exciting new restaurant/music venue.
Fairfax City gets an exciting new restaurant/music venue.
Helping People Become Healthy and Strong
Omni Wellness & Performance opens in Fairfax City.
Wellness
Relaxing Place for Coffee, Food and Conversation
It’s The Commons Fooderie in Fairfax City’s Old Town Plaza.
It’s The Commons Fooderie in Fairfax City’s Old Town Plaza.
Melanie Zipp is Fairfax’s Assistant City Manager
Melissa Shinaberry promoted to city clerk.
Melissa Shinaberry promoted to city clerk.
Musical Comes to Life in a New York Apartment
Westfield Summer Stage presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone.’
Each year, Westfield Summer Stage gives audiences the chance to see some of the most talented high-school thespians from throughout Fairfax County.
Carwash Crash Claims Fairfax Woman’s Life
Carwash Crash Claims Fairfax Woman’s Life
Warm Welcome for a Missed Friend: Old Firestation #3
Fairfax City residents are delighted at the reopening of an icon.
Fairfax City residents are delighted at the reopening of an icon.
Man Charged with Killing Fairfax Resident
Fairfax County police have arrested a Washington, D.C., man in connection with the May 21 murder of a Fairfax resident.
Police Charge Special Ed Teacher with Assault
A Fairfax woman who worked as a special-education teacher has been charged with assaulting three students at White Oaks Elementary in Burke.
Herralink Brings Connection, Joy, to Senior Citizens
Centreville High grad is dedicated to improving their lives.
Centreville High grad is dedicated to improving their lives.
Come Celebrate the Fourth of July in Fairfax City
Festivities include a parade, firefighter fun, music and fireworks.
Festivities include a parade, firefighter fun, music and fireworks.
Centreville Moose Lodge Presents Five Scholarships
Centreville Moose Lodge Presents Five Scholarships
Stolen Cop Cruiser Crashes into Two Police Vehicles
Stolen Cop Cruiser Crashes into Two Police Vehicles
Homemade Latin American Desserts in Fairfax City
Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery has become a customer favorite.
Food
‘We Must Push Back against Efforts to Take Us Backward’
Fairfax City holds its second annual Juneteenth Celebration.
Juneteenth
Man Arrested, Charged with Sexual Assaults
Police say DNA testing reportedly tied him to three cold cases.
A man police believe committed multiple, unsolved sexual assaults – dating as far back as 1998 – is now in custody in the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. He is Edward Eugene Pottmyer, 58 and, although he has a Chantilly address, he actually lives in Loudoun County.
Police Arrest Suspect in Centreville Carjacking
Safety tips offered for exchanging merchandise with strangers.
Police detectives from the Fairfax County Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau have charged a 25-year-old Maryland man in connection with a recent carjacking and abduction in Centreville.
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Class of 2024 graduates from Mountain View High
Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.
Words of wisdom are shared, students receive awards.
Hats Off to Fairfax High School’s Class of 2024
‘Try something new and savor every moment.’
Graduation
‘We Remember Those Who Sacrificed Their Tomorrows’
Fairfax City pays tribute to the fallen on Memorial Day.
VFW Post 8469 Chaplain Marcus Kuiper gave the opening prayer at Fairfax City’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27. Held at American Legion Post 177, it was jointly hosted by both posts and attended by more than 100 people. “We pray for those who gave their last, full measure of devotion – those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom,” said Kuiper. “Hear our prayers for those who put the welfare of others above their own and made the ultimate sacrifice.”
Poignant Stories of Wartime Bravery and Heart
Fairfax Councilmembers talk about America’s heroes.
During Fairfax City’s Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27, two of the most poignant stories about America’s fallen veterans were told by Councilmembers Kate Doyle Feingold and Tom Ross:
Meet Sully Police Commander, Major Jane Russell
Her distinguished law-enforcement career spans 27 years.
Sully Police
‘It’s So Unfair for Someone to Just Take His Life Like That’
Barahona Reyes remembered by his family as loving, supportive.
Barahona
Robertson Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder
Brutally beat and stabbed Fairfax man to death.
Stabbing
Centreville Shooting Kills One, Injures Another
Police believe incident between teens was drug related.
Centreville Shooting Kills One, Injures Another
Westfield Pyramid Art Show Highlights Students’ Work
Westfield High’s Pyramid Art Show was April 18.
Come Party in the Streets of Downtown Fairfax.
The City’s 4th annual Asian Festival on Main is May 19.
The City’s 4th annual Asian Festival on Main is May 19.
Fairfax City Council Adopts FY 25 Budget
Residential real-estate taxes rise by half a cent.
Fairfax City Council Adopts FY 25 Budget
Have Fun and Learn about the Environment
Woodlands Stewardship Education Center opens to the public.
Environmental
