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29/07/2024

Facing drought threat, D.C. area residents urged to conserve water

Countywide Facing drought threat, D.C. area residents urged to conserve water By Angela Woolsey Published July 29, 2024 at 3:30PM Wolftrap Creek with low water in Vienna’s Wildwood Park on June 27, 2024 (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Despite some recent rain, Fairfax County is continuing to see a...

29/07/2024

Glade tennis court renovations in Reston to finish ahead of schedule

News Glade tennis court renovations in Reston to finish ahead of schedule By James Jarvis Published July 29, 2024 at 1:30PM Construction is nearing completion on the Glade tennis courts in Reston (via RA/YouTube) The renovations at Reston’s Glade Tennis Courts, which were initially damaged by a st...

29/07/2024

Sheriff’s office: Herndon woman killed in wrong-way crash in Ashburn

News Sheriff’s office: Herndon woman killed in wrong-way crash in Ashburn By Angela Woolsey Published July 29, 2024 at 9:30AM Northbound Ashburn Village Road at Fultonham Circle intersection in Ashburn (via Google Maps) A 22-year-old Herndon woman was killed after driving the wrong way on an Ashbu...

29/07/2024

Morning Notes:
⚖️ Judge allows lawsuit against FCPS pronoun policy
🏥 Inova Springfield hospital nears construction
🍧 Kid donates Icee stand proceeds to fire department

Countywide Morning Notes for July 29, 2024 By FFXnow.com Published July 29, 2024 at 8:15AM Pedestrians cross International Drive behind the Rotunda Condominiums (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Gaza Protestors Removed Near McLean — “A months-long protest encampment in front of Secretary of State ...

26/07/2024

Fairfax County’s 4-H Fair to return to Frying Pan Farm for 74th year

Around Town Fairfax County’s 4-H Fair to return to Frying Pan Farm for 74th year By Angela Woolsey Published July 26, 2024 at 2:30PM Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival attendees pet a lamb (via Fairfax County Park Authority/Twitter) The Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival is ready to jump back ...

26/07/2024

Fairfax County shelter pushes for older animals to get homes

Countywide Fairfax County shelter pushes for older animals to get homes By Angela Woolsey Published July 26, 2024 at 1:30PM Caesar, a 10-year-old cat, is among the older pets available for adoption at Fairfax County’s animal shelter (courtesy Fairfax County Animal Shelter) Fairfax County Animal Sh...

26/07/2024

New Reston Community Center survey focuses on future of Lake Anne facility

News New Reston Community Center survey focuses on future of Lake Anne facility By Angela Woolsey Published July 26, 2024 at 11:00AM People walk into Reston Community Center’s Lake Anne facility (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Some Reston residents may soon get a survey about the Reston Community ...

26/07/2024

Morning Notes:
⚖️ Local couple behind drug ring going to prison
🎾 Tennis courts slated for repair
👮‍♀️ FCPD recruits graduate from academy

Countywide Morning Notes By FFXnow.com Published July 26, 2024 at 8:15AM A train passes the Huntington Metro station’s parking garage (staff photo by Jay Westcott) Local Couple Behind Drug Ring Going to Prison — “A Fairfax County woman and her husband have been sentenced to more than a decade ...

25/07/2024

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25/07/2024

Fairfax County to add more speed cameras in school zones following successful pilot

Countywide Fairfax County to add more speed cameras in school zones following successful pilot By James Jarvis Published July 25, 2024 at 2:30PM A sign warns drivers that an upcoming school zone in Fairfax City is enforced by a speed photo camera (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Get ready for more sp...

25/07/2024

Celebrate the live, legendary music of Journey with Departure, the ultimate Journey tribute band! This family-friendly event includes: ✨ Glitter Tattoos, 🤳 Selfie Station, 🏰 Moon Bounces, 🥂 Sip & Stroll. Join the fun on Friday, August 2 🎶 https://restonstation.com/journey/ Reston Station

25/07/2024

A joyful day of unforgettable memories in DC

Sponsored A joyful day of unforgettable memories in DC By Sponsor Published July 25, 2024 at 12:30PM DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride DC Bike Ride Previous Image 1/7 Next Image DC Bike Ride is the district’s only car-free, social bike ride, bringing bic...

25/07/2024

Fairfax County staff recommend boost to accessible parking requirements

Countywide Fairfax County staff recommend boost to accessible parking requirements By Melanie Pincus Published July 25, 2024 at 11:30AM A sign reserves a parking space at Fair Lakes Promenade for people with accessibility needs (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Fairfax County is considering tweaking i...

25/07/2024

Ten years in, Metro’s Silver Line Phase 1 stations are picking up riders again

Countywide Ten years in, Metro’s Silver Line Phase 1 stations are picking up riders again By Angela Woolsey Published July 25, 2024 at 10:30AM Exiting riders pass through the faregates at the Tysons Metro station (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) On this day 10 years ago, Metrorail arrived in Tysons...

25/07/2024

Wiehle Avenue pedestrian bridge opens to W&OD Trail users — for real this time

News Wiehle Avenue pedestrian bridge opens to W&OD Trail users — for real this time By James Jarvis Published July 25, 2024 at 9:30AM The new Washington & Old Dominion Trail pedestrian bridge over Wiehle Avenue in Reston (courtesy Hunter Mill District Supervisor’s Office) Let’s try this again:...

25/07/2024

Morning Notes:
🥇 Watch Olympics opening ceremony at library
🥂 Vida Fitness to host grand opening in Reston
✈️ Update on Dulles Airport development

Countywide Morning Notes By FFXnow.com Published July 25, 2024 at 8:15AM Three deer congregate in a Vienna yard (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Watch Olympics Opening Ceremony at Library — “Let the games begin! Join us to watch a live steam of the Opening Ceremony of the Summer Games in Paris at...

24/07/2024

Fairfax County office vacancy rate continues to rise

Countywide Fairfax County office vacancy rate continues to rise By Acacia James Published July 24, 2024 at 3:30PM A vacant office building at 1831 Wiehle Avenue in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Despite steady growth in employment numbers, office vacancy rates in Fairfax County continue to r...

24/07/2024

NEW: Fairfax County considers privatizing crossing guard program to ease police staffing strain

Countywide NEW: Fairfax County considers privatizing crossing guard program to ease police staffing strain By James Jarvis Published July 24, 2024 at 1:30PM A crossing on Ridge Heights Road outside Langston Hughes Middle School in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Fairfax County officials are e...

24/07/2024

Shake Shack confirms plans for Reston Town Center restaurant

Around Town Shake Shack confirms plans for Reston Town Center restaurant By Angela Woolsey Published July 24, 2024 at 10:30AM Shack Shack at the Mosaic District in Merrifield (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Shake Shack is expanding north of the Dulles Toll Road for the first time in Northern Virgini...

24/07/2024

Fairfax County adds five HOAs to EV charging station grant program

News Fairfax County adds five HOAs to EV charging station grant program By James Jarvis Published July 24, 2024 at 9:30AM A Fairfax County-owned electric vehicle charger at the Bulova Center for Community Health in Merrifield (staff photo by Jay Westcott) Five more homeowners’ associations have be...

24/07/2024

Morning Notes:
🚑 Pedestrian injured in Herndon crash
🗳️ Va. Dems back VP for nomination
🎒 Reston realtor collects backpacks for students

Countywide Morning Notes By FFXnow.com Published July 24, 2024 at 8:15AM The Apex fitness park at Reston’s Halley Rise, which continues construction (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Pedestrian Injured in Herndon Crash — A pedestrian was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after bei...

23/07/2024

JUST IN: Temporary homeless shelter to open in Reston next week

News JUST IN: Temporary homeless shelter to open in Reston next week By Angela Woolsey Published July 23, 2024 at 3:30PM The North County Human Services Building in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Fairfax County is moving ahead with plans to open a temporary overflow shelter for people experi...

23/07/2024

Reston school food pantry hits milestone in fight against hunger

News Reston school food pantry hits milestone in fight against hunger By Angela Woolsey Published July 23, 2024 at 1:30PM Organizers and volunteers for the South Lakes High School PTSA celebrate the distribution of 2 million pounds of food and toiletries since 2017 (photo by Amber Bagely) The food p...

23/07/2024

Fairfax County School Board OKs polarizing new boundary change policy

Countywide Fairfax County School Board OKs polarizing new boundary change policy By James Jarvis Published July 23, 2024 at 11:30AM Audience members hold signs as the Fairfax County School Board discusses changes to its boundary adjustment policy (via FCPS/YouTube) Fairfax County Public Schools has....

23/07/2024

Morning Notes:
👮‍♂️ FCPD officers to provide security for Olympics
🚧 Reston Town Center bridge work to affect buses
🏛️ Connolly calls for Secret Service director’s resignation

Countywide Morning Notes By FFXnow.com Published July 23, 2024 at 8:15AM The 8421 Broad apartments and the PARC at Tysons (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) FCPD Officers to Provide Security for Olympics — “A group of 12 Fairfax County police officers, including a K-9 unit, will work to secure the ...

22/07/2024

Reston Association extends lake equity study deadline to next summer

News Reston Association extends lake equity study deadline to next summer By James Jarvis Published July 22, 2024 at 2:30PM A private boat dock on Lake Anne in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Reston Association has granted its Lakes Equity Working Group (LEWG) more time to complete its report...

22/07/2024

Rep. Connolly, Va. senators react to President Biden ending bid for reelection

Countywide Rep. Connolly, Va. senators react to President Biden ending bid for reelection By Angela Woolsey Published July 22, 2024 at 10:30AM The White House (via René DeAnda on Unsplash) After weeks of speculation and reported angst within the Democratic Party, President Joe Biden announced yeste...

22/07/2024

FCPD identifies victims in fatal Lorton, Great Falls pedestrian crashes

News FCPD identifies victims in fatal Lorton, Great Falls pedestrian crashes By Angela Woolsey Published July 22, 2024 at 9:30AM Eastbound Lorton Road at Timarand Drive (via Google Maps) Alcohol and drugs may have played roles in separate vehicle crashes that killed two pedestrians in Fairfax County...

22/07/2024

Morning Notes:
🔍 Police investigate homicide in Oakton
💻 Reston tech company plans West Coast expansion
🚔 Man arrested for child exploitation

Countywide Morning Notes By FFXnow.com Published July 22, 2024 at 8:15AM Concrete stairs and a light pole surrounded by overgrowth along Reston Station Blvd (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Man Found Dead in Oakton — Fairfax County police were called to the 9500 block of Route 29 in Oakton on Satur...

20/07/2024

Fatal pedestrian crash on Route 7 in Great Falls under investigation

News Fatal pedestrian crash on Route 7 in Great Falls under investigation By Angela Woolsey Published July 20, 2024 at 10:45AM Westbound Leesburg Pike (Route 7) at Downey Drive in Great Falls (via Google Maps) A woman died this morning (Saturday) after being hit by a driver in the Great Falls area o...