RIP Springfield Mall
Demolition signals transformation of Springfield Mall into $200 million town center.
Fairfax County Supervisor Jeff McKay (D-Lee) could not have been happier as chunks of steel and concrete began falling off Springfield Mall Monday morning, Nov. 26.
The Area Roundups
Clifton horse parade, FCPS superintendent search, police collect toys for sick children, Fairfax County Animal Shelter offering free spay or neuter for first 100 animals adopted, Cold War Competition to benefit veterans, Christmas tree fire safety, and Clifton Town Council meeting
Area Roundups
Police collect toys for sick children, Fairfax County Animal Shelter to offer free spay or neuter for the first 100 animals adopted, Cold War Competition to benefit veterans, and Christmas tree fire safety
Schools Using Diversity for Student Benefits
Immersion, ESOL programs aim to take advantage of area cultures.
As Fairfax County has experienced massive growth in its international population, its effects have spread to its educational institutions. Forty-four percent of the Fairfax County Public Schools students come from homes that speak a language other than English, which includes 160 different languages.
Building a Savings Stockpile on Shoestring Budget
Money experts say it is possible to save, even on a limited income.
Even though Mary Beth Lanvin is employed full-time with a company that offers generous retirement benefits, she can’t afford to contribute to a 401(k).
Avoiding Holiday Debt
Plan now to prevent post-holiday bills.
Festive store displays mean the holiday shopping season is in full swing.
Tips for Year-End Charitable Giving
Financial experts offer suggestions for ensuring one’s donations are well spent.
’Tis the season for giving, and that includes donations to charities.
Brief: Helping Animals Find Homes for the Holidays?
Special adoption promotion to help animals find homes.
Brief: The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering a free spay or neuter for the first 100 cats, kittens, dogs or puppies adopted from the shelter through Dec. 31.
We Are the World, at Garfield
Teachers discuss challenges of teaching English as a Second Language.
Garfield Elementary School in Springfield, like all of Fairfax County, has a population that reflects a wide range of backgrounds.
Brief: History Conference Focuses on Conflict and Courage
Local historians honored.
Brief: The eighth Annual Fairfax County History Conference was held on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center in the City of Fairfax.
Brief: Community Meetings to Help Search for Superintendent
Brief: On Sept. 22, 2011, Superintendent Jack D. Dale announced his intention to retire from Fairfax County Public Schools effective June 30, 2013.
Uranium Money Spreads Across Virginia in Radioactive Debate
Upcoming General Assembly session to feature effort to lift ban on uranium mining.
The uranium deposits under the farmlands of Pittsylvania County are miles away from Northern Virginia, but the debate about what happens there is shaping up to be one of the hottest issues of the upcoming General Assembly session.
Springfield Home Sales: October, 2012
In October 2012, 139 Springfield homes sold between $750,000-$120,000.
Springfield Home Sales in October, 2012
Bibliophiles Rejoice
Richard Byrd Library Book Sale a holiday bestseller.
Booklovers, bargain hunters and holiday shoppers will find the perfect gift for everyone on their holiday list at the annual Richard Byrd Library holiday book sale beginning Thursday, Nov. 29.
Viewpoints in BFLS: What Are You Thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day?
Residents of Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station/Lorton and Springfield answer the question, "What are you grateful for on this Thanksgiving Day?"