Do These Districts Have a Future?
Two locals battle for a possible new Democratic seat in Congress.
New district
Century in Bloom: Historic Garden Week in Fairfax County
The Garden Club of Fairfax marks its 100th year with a tour steeped in heritage, artistry and spring color.
Flowers
Is Tech a Stable, Lifelong Career Path?
Local author of ‘Impossibly Hard: What’s Driving High Turnover in Tech?’ says there are risks.
Author
Peace as Means and End at 2026 Student Peace Awards
Powerful community recognition reaches beyond sports and academic achievements.
2026 Student Peace Awards
Eight Burglaries; Police Recommend Enhancing Home Security
Video from neighbors house may be a clue.
Video from neighbors house may be a clue.
New Owner Breaths New Life into Central Springfield Property
Reuse and recycle are part of Mark Harrington’s mission at Remix.
Reuse and recycle are part of Mark Harrington’s mission at Remix.
Special Election To Fill Braddock School Board Seat
Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 28; Election Day is March 3.
Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 28; Election Day is March 3.
Black History Month 2026
Inside the Red-Roofed Gothic Style Former Church on Lewinsville Road
Inside the Red-Roofed Gothic Style Former Church on Lewinsville Road
Brendan Banfield, 40, Convicted of 2 Counts of Aggravated Murder
Au pair Juliana Peres Magalhaes sentenced for her role in the double-murder plot; Banfield sentencing scheduled for May 8
Crime
Moving Process Underway in Franconia
New Franconia District supervisor’s office and Kingstowne Regional Library.
New Franconia District supervisor’s office and Kingstowne Regional Library.
Springfield Shootings Injure 2 in Separate Incidents
Resident shot arriving home in Springfield; suspected burglar-shooter arrested on multiple charges. Suspects arrested in both shootings.
Shootings
Winter Storm Fern and the Deep Freeze
Frozen sidewalks and mounds of ‘snow-crete’ block everyday life.
More Snow
What’s the Status of Redistricting for My FCPS Student?
Board’s approved plan punts the problem down the road; Boundary Explorer tool will be ‘updated by the end of January.’
Boundary
Salt: Winter Helper, Pollution Hazard
Experts say use sparingly to protect fresh drinking water resources
Salt