Friday, September 27
Good Shepherd Housing Marks a Milestone
Officials cut ribbon on their 100th housing unit.
Officials cut ribbon on their 100th housing unit.
Thursday, September 26
Volunteers Tackle Never-ending Trash
Plastics can take hundreds of years to decompose.
Plastics can take hundreds of years to decompose.
Hometown Hero
Olympic champion Noah Lyles returns to ACHS.
Olympic champion Noah Lyles returns to ACHS.
Groundbreaking Coming for Old Mount Vernon High School Project
If you go… GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY Original Mount Vernon High School Renovation Saturday, Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. 8333 Richmond Hwy. Mount Vernon, Va https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/publicworks/capital-projects/original-mount-vernon-high-school
Wednesday, September 25
Donate Supplies to The Lamb Center
News Briefs
‘Boosted Is Better’
Protect yourself against the next waves of viruses, says Inova and FX Health District.
Infectious disease specialists at Inova and the Fairfax Health District emphasize the importance of updated COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccinations, including flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and pneumonia for everyone, especially vulnerable populations.
Solving the Vehicle-Wildlife Collision Problem
A well-designed over or underpass for wildlife can reduce animal-vehicle collisions by up to 90 percent.
There are over one million vehicle-wildlife collisions in the United States every year, costing over $8 billion and tens of thousands of human injuries, GMU biology professor Dr. David Luther told Green Breakfast attendees in an online Sept. 14 talk titled “Zooming through Nature: the Wildlife Costs of Modern Transportation.”
Former Fairfax County Deputy Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison
Provided contraband and info to inmates; drugs for cash.
The Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office announced on Sept. 19 that former deputy Robert T. Sanford Jr., 37, received a 78-month prison sentence for smuggling drugs and contraband into the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center.
Fredericksburg Nationals Baseball Team Wins Title
Mike Salmon
The Fredericksburg Nationals Minor League Baseball team went all the way this year and won the championship of the Carolina League last Wednesday by defeating the Kannapolis Cannonballers for the title.
Potomac Home Sales: August, 2024
In August, 2024, 48 Potomac homes sold between $4,750,000-$758,000.
Potomac Home Sales: August, 2024
Four Pedestrians Struck and Killed in Ten Days
Supervisors to consider lowering the speed limit to 20 and 15 mph on some roads.
The memorial site of where a driver caused a crash that killed two girls in a 2022 pedestrian crash on Blake Lane, dubbed “Vienna’s racetrack,” according to a petition.
Governor’s Use of Power & Authority Questioned
Sparked by Executive Order establishing cell phone-free education
Cell phones
Criminal Trial Underway for Ex-Fairfax County Officer
On-duty shooting and killing of unarmed shoplifting suspect
Trial
AKA Sisters Serve Local Park
Local chapter works to improve environment
Local chapter works to improve environment
Rockstar Clydesdales Visit
Frying Pan Park stables iconic horse team overnight.
Frying Pan Park stables iconic horse team overnight.
Time To Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Time To Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day
Fairfax City Kicks up its Heels on National Dance Day
Reston Multicultural Festival Celebrates Diversity
Organizers stressed inclusiveness and joy, expressing pride in expanding the festival's reach and diversity.
Reston
Saving the Planet, One House At a Time
Could you do more to achieve eco-efficiency?
Saving the Planet, One House At a Time
Saturday, September 21
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
AWLA’s Pets & People Community Wellness Events
AWLA’s Pets & People Community Wellness Events
Friday, September 20
Community Guide: About Animals
First Call Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
First Call Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Nine Candidates Seeking Six Seats
On the ballot: Six Democrats, three independents, one Republican
ELECTION GUIDE 2024
There’s No Place Like Home
Alexandria celebrates its 275-year history.
Alexandria celebrates its 275-year history.
POW/MIA Recognition Day
Local veterans to be remembered in Cemetery of the Pacific ceremony Sept. 20.
Local veterans to be remembered in Cemetery of the Pacific ceremony Sept. 20.
Alexandria’s Free Fall Festival for Animal Lovers is Oct. 13
Paws in the Park, benefiting the AWLA, returns to Oronoco Bay Park
Paws in the Park, benefiting the AWLA, returns to Oronoco Bay Park
The Virginia Economy Chugs Along
The Virginia Economy Chugs Along
From Ashes to Hope: Stories After Incarceration
Alexandria Film Festival features diversity of films in upcoming event
Alexandria Film Festival features diversity of films in upcoming event
The Closet to Mark 50 Years of Service
Seeks former scholarship recipients; reach out.
Seeks former scholarship recipients; reach out.
Cornerstones Seeks Cook Volunteers and Donors
Small act of kindness makes big impact.
Small act of kindness makes big impact.
First Food Collection of New School Year
Event held during National Hunger Action month
Event held during National Hunger Action month
Centreville Immigration Forum 2024 Honorees
Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.
Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.
Thursday, September 19
Art and Nature Share Space
South county’s Lorton is home to Workhouse Arts Center and Nature Park
South county’s Lorton is home to Workhouse Arts Center and Nature Park
USGS Headquarters in Reston Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.
Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.
Great Places According to Dogs
Volunteers and staff of Fairfax County Animal Shelter share their favorite dog-friendly places
Great Places According to Dogs
Fairfax County Is Doggone Friendly
Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.
Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.
Find Your Go-To Bakery
Life is sweet at these local establishments
Life is sweet at these local establishments
Transportation Projects in the Southern Part of Fairfax County
Fairfax County Parkway will be widened in the western portion of the county.
Fairfax County Parkway will be widened in the western portion of the county.
Wednesday, September 18
Fairfax City Looks Toward the Future
More multifamily homes and retail uses are planned.
While proud of its historic heritage, Fairfax City is continually modernizing and warmly welcoming new residents, businesses and commercial development.
Foundation makes $75,000 grant to McLean VFD
Single largest donation in history of MVFD to help purchase new fire engine.
On the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Patricia A. Henriques Charitable Foundation made a $75,000 grant to McLean Volunteer Fire Department.
Every Year Is Election Year in Virginia
Early voting starts Friday, Sept. 20; Election Day is Nov. 5
This is a big year. Presidential elections historically draw the largest turnout. There are also important local issues and races on the ballot, including ballot questions. We’ll let you know here what’s on the ballot.
About The Connection Newspapers in 2024
STILL IN THE MIDST of the crisis which never ends, we at the Connection still hear the call to serve our communities, with a bit of wonder that we are able to continue given very limited resources. We still seek to fulfill our mission by continuing to publish, still printing thousands of copies of our weekly papers every week, and distributing thousands more digitally, with more reach via social media and our website.
Herndon’s Mayoral Candidates To Face Off at Forum
On Monday, Sept. 30, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Cornerstones and the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the Town of Herndon Mayoral Candidate Forum at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 651 Dranesville Road.
Herndon Armors Up Amendment for Downtown Redevelopment
Did 7-year agreement merry-go-round leave town unprotected?
The original Comprehensive Agreement on Nov. 1, 2017, between the Town of Herndon and developer Comstock Herndon Venture LC “had notable gaps that heavily favored Comstock,” said Herndon Councilmember Pradip Dhakal on Sept. 15.
“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.
Eat Fresh, Eat Local at Your Neighborhood Farmers Market
The Farmers Markets in Arlington have a rich history going back to the establishment of the first market at Courthouse parking lot in 1979.
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Arlington …
But didn’t have time to find out
I thought I knew everything about Arlington. And I did know most of what is in Barbara Noe Kennedy’s book “100 Things to do in Arlington Virginia Before You Die.”
Animal Welfare League of Arlington, A Guide
Helping the community with animal questions and issues of all kinds.
What are you supposed to do if you find an injured raccoon in your yard? Or, what is the best course of action when there is a bird's nest in a tree on your property that your dog or cat just won’t leave alone? When you are faced with these animal challenges, you should call the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA).
Friday, September 13
’Souls Feeding Souls’ in Alexandria
Cook for Vets to hold fundraiser Sept. 21.
Cook for Vets to hold fundraiser Sept. 21.
HopeLink’s #CallTextLive Focuses on Preventing Suicides
Activities throughout September, suicide prevention month, educate and raise awareness
Hopelink
Thursday, September 12
Green Valley Day: Behind the Scenes
With 1,000 attendees, the details matter.
With 1,000 attendees, the details matter.
Fighting Fires for 250 Years
Events to highlight history of firefighting.
Events to highlight history of firefighting.
Patriot Day of Service
Volunteers clean headstones at Alexandria National Cemetery.
Volunteers clean headstones at Alexandria National Cemetery.
Remembering the Victims
16 local lives lost in terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001
16 local lives lost in terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001
New Mount Vernon Police Commander Invites a Partnership
New Mount Vernon Police Commander Invites a Partnership
Opinion: Early Voting Begins Sept. 20
Early Voting Begins Sept. 20
Wednesday, September 11
‘Resolved: Never Again’
Alexandria News Briefs
ASC to Host High School Football Night
Varsity coaches to talk season strategies Sept. 18.
The Alexandria Sportsman’s Club will kick off the fall 2024 sports season with its annual High School Football night Sept. 18 at the Old Dominion Boat Club.
“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.
Fairfax County Is Growing - The 2023 Demographic Reports
Have you ever wanted to know more about who and what make Fairfax County such a unique place to live? Each year, the County produces demographic reports and puts them on the County website with helpful charts and graphics.
Re-electing Tim Kaine Is Critical to NoVA
In just 9 days early voting will commence and we will have the opportunity to vote for not just the President, but Senator and US House Representative.
Supervisors Approve New Requirements for Data Centers
Stricter standards elicit reactions during and after vote.
On Sept. 10, following extensive community engagement efforts that helped shape the final recommendations presented to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors, the Board approved the long-awaited Data Center Zoning Ordinance by a vote of 8-2.
Community News at a Glance
Community news
County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax
County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax
Can U.S. Citizens Experiencing Homelessness Vote?
Registering with no fixed address.
Registering with no fixed address.
County Clears Two Homeless Encampments
Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.
Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.
Empowering Fairfax City’s Women Entrepreneurs
Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.
Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.
Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Pham was charged with attacking Connolly’s staffers.
Chantilly Man Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Workouts Reach New Heights at Club Studio in Tysons
Workouts Reach New Heights at Club Studio in Tysons
Thursday, September 5
Bats – Superheroes of the Night
As dusk fell on a recent bat walk, these nocturnal aerialists zipped about above the trail seeming to streak by every 30 seconds.
Bats
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’
FCPS Superintendent Attempts to Unwind Misrepresentations
Dear Governor: FCPS outperforms state averages in all state-mandated subjects.
FCPS Superintendent Attempts to Unwind Misrepresentations
Dominion Energy & Park Authority Connect to Help Ospreys
Nest box platforms installed at Laurel Hill Park
Nest box platforms installed at Laurel Hill Park
Reston Encampment To Be Shut Down Sept. 10
County officials don’t answer the tough questions.
County officials don’t answer the tough questions.
Wednesday, September 4
Dominion Energy & Park Authority Connect to Help Ospreys
Nest box platforms installed at Laurel Hill Park
birds
Rocking the Poise in Springfield
Local teen wins crown at recent national American Miss Pageant
Modeling
“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.
Prison Reform Takes Long, Tortuous Path
Del. Hope advocates for more humane conditions for incarcerated people.
Del. Patrick Hope (D-47) spearheaded legislation this session that creates a state ombudsman over the Department of Corrections.
The Legacy of Race-based Covenants
3 practices that created housing inequity: racial covenants; zoning; and limited access to mortgages based on race.
Some real estate developers and others selling property in Northern Virginia from 1900 through the 1960s used race-based, restrictive covenants to maintain segregation, and Virginia’s state and local governments were enablers at times, Dr. Krystyn Moon, University of Mary Washington history professor told a packed room of 120 on August 27 at the Sherwood Regional Library.
Alexandria Old Town Art Festival
The Alexandria Old Town Art Festival returns to John Carlyle Square for the 22nd year. The popular, free showcase featuring thousands of fine art works from local and national artists happens Sept. 14 - 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
Meet the 2024 Legends
Reception set for Nov.7 at GW Masonic National Memorial.
The newest Living Legends of Alexandria will be honored at the annual Meet the Legends reception Nov. 7 at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial.
Preserving Douglass Memorial Cemetery
Johnson to present updates Sept. 8. at Black History Museum.
Michael Johnson is a life-long Alexandrian, born and raised at a time when the city was divided by race. As a kid, he used to play in a field overrun by weeds, not realizing until decades later that it was the Frederick Douglass Memorial Cemetery, a historic African American cemetery where generations of his ancestors are buried.