County Limits Dog Tethering
“Man’s best friend deserves legal protection,” said Peggy Marshall, who adopted her best friend, Bianca.
Environmental Quality of Life
Advisory Council issues 512-page vision for county environmental policy.
Flooding will rise in concern in Fairfax County as a result of climate change, warned Stella Koch, chairperson of the county’s Environmental Quality Advisory Council.
Week in Fairfax
Civil War Photo Exhibit at Historic Blenheim
Dozens of photographs taken during the American Civil War are on display now through Dec. 31 at the Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Old Lee Highway.
Cappies Review: A Vibrant Interpretation of a Well-Loved Tale
Paul VI's production of ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream.’
Two tangled couples are better than one and fairy mischief produces hilarious results - two truths that were proved at Paul VI Catholic High School in their production of “A Midsummer Night's Dream.”
PVI Student-Athletes Sign to College Teams
Seventeen student-athletes from Paul VI Catholic High School in Fairfax recently signed letters of intent to play collegiate sports.
George Mason Student Wins National Pageant Title
>At 20 years old, Kira Omans is the youngest contestant and the first Chinese adoptee to win the Pacific Miss Asian American pageant.
Kira Emily Omans is the first adoptee to win the national title of Pacific Miss Asian American.
Tender Comedy About Substance Over Mere Beauty
Providence Players presents ‘Snow White and the Family Dwarf.’
There are cheeky dialogue, comic turns and magical moments intended to treat everyone with the utmost respect and love in the Providence Players upcoming production of “Snow White and the Family Dwarf.”
Encore Presents ‘Christmas in New York’
Encore Presents ‘Christmas in New York.’
If it is December, it is time for Encore Theatrical Arts Project’s annual holiday show. And this year’s Broadway-style, original musical – celebrating Encore’s 20th anniversary – is called “Christmas in New York.”
Locals Honored for Attractive Yards
City presents 2015 Residential Appearance Awards.
Each year, the City of Fairfax’s Community Appearance Committee honors local homeowners who have particularly attractive yards.
Lake Braddock Football Falls in Region Semifinals
Bruins lose to Westfield for third straight season.
The Westfield football team traveled to Burke on Nov. 28 and defeated Lake Braddock 31-7 in the 6A North region semifinals.
Burke Turkey Trot Raises $5,500 for Parkinson's Disease
About 500 people participated in the Turkey Trot 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run for Parkinson's Disease on Thanksgiving Day at Burke Lake Park, raising $5,500 for the cause.
Commentary: Carrying Out the Life-saving Mission
Fairfax County’s Hypothermia Prevention Program is dedicated to keeping our most vulnerable community members safe during the long, harsh winter months.
Cappies Review: An Excellent Performance Regarding a Terrible Play
Sardines fell from above and squelched underfoot. The set rocked as actors fell down stairs and broke through windows.
Performance of Ellington’s Jazz “Nutcracker Suite” Benefits Burke Charity
Abiding Presence Lutheran Church in Burke will host a live performance of Duke Ellington’s jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite” from 1960.
Adam Torres trial for murder of John Geer postponed until April 2016
Former Fairfax County police officer Adam Torres was charged with second-degree murder in August this year for shooting Springfield resident John Geer in August 2013. The trial was scheduled to begin on Dec. 14, but a continuance was recently granted to the defense, pushing it back until April 18, 2016.
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South County Defense Excels in 6A North Semifinal Victory
Stallions will host Westfield in region championship game Dec. 5.
The South County football team defeated Robinson 20-15 in the 6A North semifinals on Saturday.
Weekend in Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Clifton, Lorton, Springfield
Weekend fun in Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Clifton, Lorton and Springfield.
Associate Artists at the Workhouse: People's Choice Award Winners
The Associate Artists at the Workhouse announced the winners of the November 2015 People's Choice Award for the current exhibition during the monthly Second Saturday Art Walk on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Paul VI Boys Soccer Captures the State Championship
On a chilly night in Richmond, the #7 seeded Panthers faced off against their arch rival and #1 seed Bishop O’Connell Knights.