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Up Where the Air is Rare
City’s fire-protection rating is among the nation’s highest.
When John O’Neal came to the City of Fairfax a year ago to become its new fire chief, one of his objectives was to improve the City’s Insurance Services Office (ISO) fire-protection rating.
‘A Signature Place Where People Want to Be’ in Fairfax City
City Council updated on George Snyder Trail
Work is progressing on the George T. Snyder Trail project; and on Oct. 13, residents got to comment on it during a Fairfax City Council public hearing.
‘Reality-Bending Acts of Magic and Mindreading’
City of Fairfax Theatre Co. presents ‘Spellbound’
The City of Fairfax Theatre Co. (CFTC) is kicking off its 2021 season with a magical production called “Spellbound.”
‘Laughing from Start to Finish’ at Westfield
Westfield High presents ‘The Play that Goes Wrong.’
Theater
‘Empowering Children to Achieve Fullest Potential’
Main Street Child Development Center celebrates 50th anniversary.
Child Development Center
Opportunity for Residents to Get Involved
Some ‘Site-Specific Plan Amendment’ proposals in Sully District.
Plan amendment
Suspect in Chantilly Sex Crimes Acquitted
Prosecution’s case against Dinh disintegrates at preliminary hearing.
Jailed and charged with sexual battery and abduction with intent to defile, Hien The Dinh, 20, sat through his entire preliminary hearing, Sept. 18, in handcuffs. That’s because Fairfax County General District Court bailiffs considered him a flight risk.
Modern, All-Female Play Full of Laughter and Joy
City of Fairfax Theatre Co. presents the comedy, ‘POTUS.’
Theater
John Guevara: “Grow the Economy Through Business.”
Candidates Pursue Sully District Supervisor Seat
When asked why he’s running for Sully District supervisor, Fair Oaks resident John Guevara says his entire life has been one of service.
Crafts, Festivals and Dancing
A sampling of local, fun events this fall.
A highlight of every autumn is the fall festival at Cox Farms, 15621 Braddock Road, just off Pleasant Valley Road, in Centreville. It runs daily from Sept. 27-Nov. 4, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Neighborhood Restaurant with Upscale, Modern Feel
After a year in Fairfax City, Draper’s holds ribbon cutting.
Draper’s Steak & Seafood, at 3936 Blenheim Blvd. in Fairfax, is in a location steeped in history.
Mount Olive Baptist Gets First Approval
Church plans to build new sanctuary.
Mount Olive Baptist Gets First Approval
BIG Fun Ride
Tall, short, stocky, thin, disabled or not, children love to play—and that’s the premise behind Chessie’s BIG Backyard in Lee District Park in Alexandria. It’s a family recreation area that opened last summer and is fully accessible.
‘Legend of the Bunnyman’
Music from rock musical being performed locally.
The Bunnyman has been a mysterious figure in local lore for more than 40 years, and now Clifton’s Jim Waters has written a rock musical about him called "Legend of the Bunnyman."
Roundups
Crime Solvers Needs Help
Fairfax County Crime Solvers is seeking the public’s help in identifying whoever broke into a construction building and trailers in Chantilly and stole at least $15,000 in copper wire and caused about $60,000 in damage to the structures.
Making Spirits Bright
FACETS helps children give presents to their siblings.
No matter people’s income levels, their children still want presents at Christmastime.