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‘The Hills Are Alive with the Sound of Music’

Classic musical is Westfield High’s Cappies show.

A beloved, Academy-Award-winning musical, “The Sound of Music,” will soon burst upon the Westfield High stage as its 2025 Cappies show.

Saving Humanity via Pop Culture after Apocalypse

Chantilly High presents ‘Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play’

It’s the apocalypse meets “The Simpsons.” In Chantilly High’s upcoming show, “Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play,” a plucky group of survivors uses acting to keep their pop culture – symbolized by “The Simpsons” – alive in an apocalypse-devastated world.

Funny, Joyful Show Aims to Brings Happiness

Woodson High presents the musical, ‘Mamma Mia!’

Theater, Dance, Music, Fashion, More

Fairfax Spotlight on the Arts Festival spans two weekends.

Arts Festival

Jackson Russell: Sully Police Officer of the Year

Honored for strong work ethic, dedication to the job.

PFC Jackson Russell is the Sully District Police Station’s 2024 Officer of the Year.

What’s Planned for the George Snyder Trail

Named after a former Fairfax City mayor, the George Snyder Trail is planned to be a shared-use trail connecting Chain Bridge Road (Route 123) to the Wilcoxon Trail at Draper Drive, south of Fairfax Boulevard (Route 50). It’s also intended to be ADA-compliant, with some sections porous asphalt and others, concrete boardwalk.

‘Listen to the Citizens; Preserve the Woods’

Fairfax residents have their say about Snyder Trail.

They’re now considering only building half the trail or even canceling the project outright.

City Council to Reconsider Controversial Project

Fairfax’s George Snyder Trail is now in jeopardy.

Personal Remembrances of Lives Lost and Changed

Agent Orange linked to many veterans’ deaths.

Agent Orange

Vietnam War Veterans Honored in Fairfax City

147 of the fallen came from Fairfax County.

Laughter, Joy, Discovery, Wonder, Empathy and Healing

Women’s Storytelling Festival is March 20-23 in Fairfax City.

Fairfax City Celebrates Women’s History Month

Recognizes past achievements and hope for the future.

Fairfax City Advertises Even Higher Tax Rate

Surprise move proposes real-estate tax of $1.15.

Taxes

‘Make No Mistake – Black History Is America’s History’

FCPS holds special event at Woodson High School.

GMU Professor Warns of Censorship.

‘Your Power Is In Curiosity, So Be Fearlessly Inquisitive’

Two Woodson Students Share Their Thoughts

Taking pride in one’s heritage to create a better future.

Fairfax City’s Proposed FY 26 Budget Unveiled

Recommends a 9.5-cent, residential real-estate tax hike.

Flavors of the Globe Available in Fairfax City

Winter Restaurant Week is Feb. 24-March 2.

Food

Top Awards Presented to Mountain View Students

‘Your Dreams Are Worth Fighting For’

Mountain View High celebrates its winter graduation.

Fairfax City Proclaims Black History Month

Local pastor recites King’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech.

Chocolates and Cupcakes and Ice Cream, Oh, My!

Community Mourns Young Ice Skaters Gone Too Soon

Two Woodson High students die in tragic plane crash.

Foster Named Fairfax’s Acting City Manager

Fairfax City Celebrates 31 Years of Chocolate Festival

Three-day extravaganza runs Jan. 31-Feb. 2.

Local Marine Veteran Receives Quilt of Valor

Jim Wescoat, 103, is honored before friends and family.

Fairfax City Council and Mayor Are Sworn In

Former government leader urges them to work together.

‘This is a Historic Moment in the City of Fairfax’

Stacey Hardy-Chandler: First Black Woman on City Council.

Chanukah Celebration Is Planned in Fairfax City

A Chanukah celebration is planned for Wednesday, Dec. 25, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in Old Town Square. Rabbi Sholom Deitsch of Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia will light the menorah.

Controversy Erupts over Fairfax City Manager’s Firing

Deputy city manager and police chief leaving in January.

Fairfax’s Fun-Filled Festival of Lights and Carols

Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City

Family fun, as well, at the Festival of Lights and Carols.

Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City

CFTC Presents ‘Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins’

A new, holiday play geared for both children and adults.

Dancing Reindeer, Elves, Toy Soldiers and Santa

Encore presents its holiday show, ‘Time for Christmas.’

Local Nonprofits Need Your Help

Britepaths, Lamb Center seek holiday donations.

Fairfax Ballet Company Presents ‘The Nutcracker’

Chantilly High student dances with NYC professionals.

Nutcracker

‘Reminder of the Painstakingly High Cost of Freedom’

Fairfax City celebrates America's veterans.

John Mason Honored by General Assembly

‘Emblematic of the unflinching spirit of our veterans.’

John Mason Honored

Reimagining of a Classic Story in Futuristic Setting

Centreville High’s Cappies play is ‘Antigone: 3021.’

Theater

Read Wins Re-election as Fairfax City’s Mayor

One Council seat is yet to be decided.

‘Like an Adam Sandler Movie with Shakespeare’s Language’

Fairfax High presents ‘Much Ado About Nothing.’

Much Ado

Glebe View Townhouse Project at a Glance

Fairfax Presbyterian Church, at 10723 Main St. and Presbyterian Way in Fairfax City, has donated some 1.6 acres of its land for affordable homes, called Glebe View Townhouses, to be built there. Habitat for Humanity NOVA is the developer, and nonprofit Homestretch/Sacred Homes will own two of the houses. HomeAid will provide building materials and tradesman expertise at reduced prices.

Local People Honored during Centreville Day

Annual awards are presented to worthy recipients.

Day

‘A Joyous Day Filled with Hope, Progress and Possibility’

Ground is broken for affordable homes in Fairfax City.

People Coming Together for Good in Time of Need

Fairfax’s American Legion Post 177 helps hurricane victims.

After Hurricane Helene dealt a devastating blow to Western North Carolina – washing away homes and livelihoods and leaving many residents and businesses without drinkable water or electricity – American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax City just had to do something. So it began collecting items for the victims and then delivering them.