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‘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."
Centreville Day Citizen of Year
Harsh honored for work with Brain Foundation.
A Centreville resident since 1973 and someone who’s made a difference in the lives of others, Trudy Harsh was honored Saturday as the 2013 Centreville Day Citizen of the Year.
DiCenzo Has Bright Vision for Fairfax
Getting to know the high school’s new theater director.
As theater teacher and director at Fairfax High, Erich DiCenzo is exactly where he wants to be. "I have a bachelor of fine arts in musical theater and dance and was a professional actor for eight years, so this is a second career," he said. "I knew I wanted to perform forever, but not make it my living."
Fairfax: Full Speed Ahead for City Branding
Fairfax seeks the best way to promote itself.
During a work session last May, Fairfax City Council members discussed the creation of a City “brand” to better promote what Fairfax has to offer.
Fairfax: Council Hears about Two Road Projects
Both are geared toward future development.
In 2014, Gov. McAuliffe signed House Bill 2 (HB2) into law. It requires the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) to develop a prioritization process for making funding decisions for the statewide Six Year Improvement Program.
An Interview with Michael League
Following Snarky Puppy’s Jan. 26 Grammy victory for Best R&B Performance, the band’s founder, Centreville High grad Michael League, responded to the following question.
Claudette Ward of Centreville: 80 Years Young
Family, friends celebrate her birthday on Sunday.
More than 100 family members and friends gathered Sunday afternoon, Jan. 18, in Centreville United Methodist Church’s fellowship hall to celebrate Claudette Ward’s 80th birthday.
‘Every Storm Has its Challenges’
City of Fairfax prepares in advance for snow removal.
Because last winter was so severe, the City of Fairfax had to remove a larger amount of snow and ice than it had anticipated. Staff cleared nearly 40 inches of snow, costing $502,000 and causing a drain on city resources.
Dangerous Weapons or Child’s Play?
Police warn public about replica firearms.
It was shortly before midnight when City of Fairfax police rushed to an apartment complex after receiving a report of a man there carrying a gun. He’d already pointed his weapon at several people when officers confronted him, had him drop the gun and arrested him. This incident happened awhile ago, and the weapon turned out to be a replica of a long-barreled, semiautomatic rifle.
A ‘Show Everyone Will Enjoy’
Chantilly High presents Jazz & Pizzazz, May 28-31.
More than 50 students will entertain and, said Choral Director Evan Ayars, “It’s a unique experience to have that many musicians and singers onstage together. It’s a great example of musical collaboration.”
Bringing a Magical Legend to Life in Fairfax
CFTC presents ‘Orson the Magnificent’ at Old Town Hall.
Magical Adventure in a Distant Land in Centreville
Summer SMASH-UP presents original musical, “The Hollow.”
Kevin Clay Shares Lessons Learned and Advice
Now starring in “The Book of Mormon” at The Kennedy Center.
Centreville Day 2014: Celebration Returns Oct. 11
Zombie Slouch 5K, parade, food, pets in costume, music and more.
Featuring everything from a charity 5K to a parade, music, history tours, a costume contest for pets and a swordsman, the upcoming Centreville Day celebration promises something for everyone. The 22nd annual event is slated for Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park, 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP).
Centreville Day 2017: Parade, Pets, Music, and Children’s Games
25th annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 21.
‘Politics Is Nasty Stuff — It’s All Messed Up’
Teens’ impressions of the current election.
Students at Rocky Run Middle School aren’t old enough to vote, but that doesn’t mean they didn’t have opinions about Virginia’s election. And the eighth-graders even participated last Thursday-Friday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, in a mock election at their school.