Reston Community Center 2024 Preference Poll
Reston Community Center (RCC) announced it is seeking interested candidates to run for this year’s Preference Poll to fill three three-year term position seats on its nine-member Board of Governors responsible for oversight of RCC.
Providing Students Opportunities To Register To Vote
FCPS students advocate for the national High School Voter Empowerment Act.
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) highlighted their July 31, 2024, TeacherDirect Bulletin with a reminder of the April 2, 2020, Code of Virginia amendment that added the provision, § 22.1-203.4 Public high schools; mandating that students have access to voter registration.
Reeves Farmhouse to Habitat for Humanity
The Arlington County Board approved an agreement to convey the Reeves Farmhouse to Habitat for Humanity of Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia (Habitat DC-NOVA), concluding a decades-long process.
Neighbors Across Arlington Enjoy National Night Out
Neighbors in communities across Arlington closed their doors and ventured out to celebrate National Night Out on Aug. 6. This nationwide event is held the first Tuesday in August to help people get to know their neighbors and to foster good community relations with the police and other emergency responders.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Opens in Franconia
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill celebrated their opening with a ribbon cutting hosted by Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Aug. 12 at their new restaurant located at 7027A Manchester Boulevard.
Sidewalk Sale at Belle View Shopping Center
Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., experience a day of shopping and dining at Belle View Shopping Center, 1632 Belle View Boulevard.
Butterflies May Be in Trouble
This summer’s heat and drought have not only taken a toll on humans, they may also be affecting the butterfly population.
“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
‘Stay Away' Weekend Aug. 16-19
Georgetown Pike Bridge Traffic Shift
As part of the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (495 NEXT) project, a new Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 is being built in phases to keep traffic moving throughout construction.
Herndon Eagle Scout Candidate Completes Service Project
On June 29, one week before his 18th birthday, Anthony Sasso of BSA Troop 1081 completed his Eagle Scout service project.
Check School Immunizations
Check School Immunizations
Are Humans Transmitting Covid to Wildlife?
VA Tech study documents cases in six species.
VA Tech study documents cases in six species.
Community News at a Glance
Herndon Eagle Scout Candidate Completes Service Project
Herndon Eagle Scout Candidate Completes Service Project
Scooter Safety Under the Microscope
This transportation option is popular in urban and college atmospheres.
This transportation option is popular in urban and college atmospheres.
Beyer Introduces Legislation to Support Older Workers
Beyer Introduces Legislation to Support Older Workers
Fairfax County Expands Eligibility for Homeownership Program
On Tuesday, July 16, the Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the county’s Comprehensive Plan aimed at expanding affordable home ownership opportunities.
Route 28 and Route 29 Interchange Ramps Nighttime Closures
July 31, Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8; detours in place during ramp paving.
Weather permitting, the Route 28 (Sully Road/Centreville Road) and Route 29 interchange ramps will have nighttime closures Wednesday night, July 31; Thursday night, Aug. 1 and Sunday night, Aug. 4 through Thursday night, Aug. 8 between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. each night for paving, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.
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.
12.5 Percent Fare Hike Hits Fairfax Connector Riders July 29
On Monday, July 29, fare increases for riding the Fairfax Connector began. Riders will pay 12.5 percent more.