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Letter: We Must Support the Peace Corps

Now more than ever we must support the Peace Corps

As we face many challenges around the world, the hard work, collaborative spirit, and dedication of Peace Corps Volunteers continue to represent the very best of America.

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Jazz Artist Entertains Many At Senior Center

Former Mount Vernon resident now mans the piano at Brightview assisted living.

Former Mount Vernon resident now mans the piano at Brightview assisted living.


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Local Details of 2025 Point-In-Time Count

Fairfax County findings of individuals and families experiencing homelessness, vs. other jurisdictions.

Homelessness

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Honoring John Lovaas of Reston

Activist, volunteer founded Reston Farmers Market

Activist, volunteer founded Reston Farmers Market


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Recognizing Girl Scout Leader Serving 25 Years.

Kuzmack teaches needs assessment followed by project ideas.

Girl Scouting

McLean Project for the Arts Elects New Board Members

Four new individuals bring their expertise to MPA Board of Directors

Four new individuals bring their expertise to MPA Board of Directors

Oakton Doctor Sentenced to 13 Years

For running urgent care center as opioid pill mill

Budget


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Supervisors Formally Adopt FY 2026 Budget

Maintain $149.7 million less than school board’s request / Chairman McKay says 6 percent increase for teachers.

Budget

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Local Musician Captures the Calm of Nature

Piano instrumentals with nature overlays on new album series

Piano instrumentals with nature overlays on new album series

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Big Announcement to Fairfax County Athlete

Community News


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Update on Comstock-Town of Herndon Controversy.

Mediation between the parties begins.

Mediation between the parties begins.

Youngkin Fails to Collaborate

Youngkin’s four-year total of vetoes: 437; surpasses McAuliffe prior record of 120.

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Handmade Art in Hospital Lobby Serves as Inspiration to Cancer Patients

Positive vibes are homemade at the Schar Center at Inova Fairfax.

Positive vibes are homemade at the Schar Center at Inova Fairfax.


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The History and Significance of Hickory Forest Park

Sign dedication honors land donation that created it.

Sign dedication honors land donation that created it.

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Zimmerman celebrates 15 years as Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s conductor.

Zimmerman celebrates 15 years as Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s conductor.

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OLLI at George Mason University Appoints Lisa Mariam as New Executive Director

OLLI at George Mason University Appoints Lisa Mariam as New Executive Director


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Meet the Chef Anthony Chittum

Mother’s Day favorites of the staff at Vermilion

In the Kitchen

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Your Actions, Our Climate: Fairfax Needs You Now

Bold goals for Fairfax County: cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and reaching carbon neutrality by 2050.

2024 was the hottest year ever recorded in Fairfax County. Extreme weather and high energy bills are hitting many households hard. From prolonged heatwaves to higher utility costs, it's becoming increasingly clear that climate change and economic strain are affecting us all.