Stories for October 2018

Stories for October 2018

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Wednesday, October 31

Opinion: Editorial: Most Important Election in Fairfax County, So Far?

Make a plan to to vote with friends and family.

Area Roundups

Monday, October 29

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Westfield Blanks Centreville

Bulldogs extend winning streak to 32 games.

Guilty Verdict in Centreville Parking Lot Killing

Jury recommends 10 years prison for Flores Cuchillas.

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Fun for All at Centreville Day

Centreville Day was Saturday, Oct. 20, in Historic Centreville Park.

Friday, October 26

Tuesday, October 23

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Herring Calls for Criminal Justice Reform at Summit

Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement gather.

Saturday, October 20

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Westfield Bulldogs on Parade

Westfield High’s Homecoming Parade was Friday, Oct. 12, in Centreville.

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‘A Lively and Engaging Show’ in Chantilly

Chantilly High presents the musical, “Chicago.”

Tuesday, October 16

Opinion: Editorial: Yes, America, Religious Freedom Began in Fairfax County

Monday, October 15

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Carving Made Easy

A lesson in creating a front porch-worthy Halloween pumpkin.

ARTSFAIRFAX to Present Arts Awards

Event recognizes extraordinary contributions of artists and arts organization and those who support the arts.

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Wolf Trap Park Camp Out

Fifth and sixth graders learn camping skills and experience the great outdoors.

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Fairfax County Police Reform: More to Be Done

Five years after an officer shot and killed John Geer in Springfield, Implementation Group offers look at successful reforms, and recommends action in other areas.

Sunday, October 14

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Centreville Wildcats on Parade

Centreville High’s Homecoming Parade was Friday, Oct. 5 in Little Rocky Run.

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‘A Thrilling, Yet Hilarious, Mystery’ in Chantilly

Westfield High presents the play, “Baskerville.”

Saturday, October 13

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Westfield Defeats Madison, 17-15

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Clifton Day Goes on Without a Hitch

Food, fun, music and kissing bulldogs made the festival.

Clifton Day 2018

Tuesday, October 9

Opinion: Editorial: Check Voter Registration in Fairfax County

Confirm your voter registration before Oct. 15; vote early if you qualify.

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Holiday-Ready Kitchen

Minor changes deliver big impact in time for holiday gatherings.

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Children, Cancer, and Art

Art therapy helps pediatric oncology patients — and their parents.

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Fairfax County Urges Public to ‘Make the Call’

“Stop domestic violence and sexual assault for your friend, your neighbor, yourself.”

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Communities Urged to ‘Step Up 4 Kids’

Domestic Violence Community annual meeting focuses on kids and making a difference where you are.

Monday, October 8

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‘Fresh and Made-to-Order’ in Chantilly

Habit Burger Grill is open for business.

Saturday, October 6

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Chantilly High’s Homecoming Parade

The parade was Friday, Sept. 28 in Greenbriar.

Friday, October 5

Wednesday, October 3

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A Reflection of Fairfax County's 50+ Community Action Plan

Provided by Donna Lopez, Assistant Director at the Herndon Senior Center, Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services

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Run, Dixon, Run

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Traveling in the Golden Years

Getting in shape before a trip can help prevent travel-related injuries.

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Life After Retirement

Staying engaged, connected and active

Senate Election is Blast from the Past

Kaine and Stewart both played key roles in 2016; now they’re at the top of the ballot this year.

Elections rarely get do-overs. Winners make victory speeches, and losers slink away to become consultants. But this year’s election for U.S. Senate features two key players in the 2016 presidential election that upended American politics.

Tuesday, October 2

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Editorial: Demand Increasing, But Not Resources

Suicide prevention efforts need more funds, volunteers.