Broad Relief for Virginia Families Coming July 1
From rent, paychecks, and medical bills to boosted school funding, here's how the new budget could impact everyday costs.
Budget
$207B Virginia Budget with Landmark Data Center Tax
How a new tech industry tax shields local homeowners from school and transit hikes across Northern Virginia
How a new tech industry tax shields local homeowners from school and transit hikes across Northern Virginia
Judicial Standoff: Virginia Gun Law
Virginia judge's preliminary injunction halts state's new restrictions on semi-automatic firearms days before they were set to take effect.
Virginia judge's preliminary injunction halts state's new restrictions on semi-automatic firearms days before they were set to take effect.
Mahjong Revival Builds Community at Ono Brewing
A former biology teacher creates an unexpected hub for the fast-growing game of Mahjong, drawing hundreds of players into classes, leagues, and social play.
A former biology teacher creates an unexpected hub for the fast-growing game of Mahjong, drawing hundreds of players into classes, leagues, and social play.
Fairfax County Food Insecurity Near Historic High
StarKist, Cornerstones and nonprofits mobilize as local cost of living outpaces wages.
StarKist, Cornerstones and nonprofits mobilize as local cost of living outpaces wages.
Vienna Scouts Unearth Enslaved Legacy at Moorefield
Intimate moments pressed into clay revealed 250 years later.
Scouts
Virginia Lawmakers Scrutinize NextEra's $66.8B Acquisition of Dominion Energy
Energy Commission evaluates ratepayer protections, regulatory oversight and clean-energy compliance at June 9 briefing.
Virginia Lawmakers
School Board Directs Fiscal Guide Amid $30M Budget Shortfall
Superintendent to consolidate FCPS financial rules into a single public-facing guide.
Budget
McLean’s Dolina Siblings Are a Powerhouse in Powerlifting
Junior lifter, Mikayla, claims USPA National Title in Anaheim.
Junior lifter, Mikayla, claims USPA National Title in Anaheim.
Gov. Spanberger Vetos Collective Bargaining Bill
Unions say the veto violated campaign promises
Unions say the veto violated campaign promises
Local Author’s Book, ‘The Cellar Below the Cellar'
Dark text lures readers 13+ into modern survival with ancient folklore.
Author
Board of Supervisors Approves FY27 Budget Markup
Tax rate cut, schools underfunded, economic uncertainty reserve increases.
Budget
Bounty of Farmers Markets in Fairfax County
Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.
Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.
Intercity Bus Service Returns to Tysons
10-year transit desert for intercity bus travel, but is Tysons ready?
Bus
FCPS Board Approves 2026-27 School Year Calendar
Forty days off during school year is a flashpoint for some parents; 33 approved for upcoming year.
Calendar
The Power of a Referendum
‘We are Fairfax,’ chanted union members at a rally for the Tysons Entertainment District
Casino
Supervisors Approve 56-Unit, Beverly Road Redevelopment Project in McLean
Catalyst for the downtown area.
Catalyst for the downtown area.
Do These Districts Have a Future?
Two locals battle for a possible new Democratic seat in Congress.
New district
Lunar New Year Celebration Fills Sunrise at Hunter Mill in Oakton
Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse
Residents learn about the 2026 Year of the Horse
Great Falls Philharmonic To Present Collaborative Choral-Orchestral Masterworks with Voce Chamber Singers
Philharmonic’s conductor hones skills in unlikely place.
Philharmonic’s conductor hones skills in unlikely place.
Is Tech a Stable, Lifelong Career Path?
Local author of ‘Impossibly Hard: What’s Driving High Turnover in Tech?’ says there are risks.
Author
Peace as Means and End at 2026 Student Peace Awards
Powerful community recognition reaches beyond sports and academic achievements.
2026 Student Peace Awards
Special Election To Fill Braddock School Board Seat
Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 28; Election Day is March 3.
Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 28; Election Day is March 3.
Black History Month 2026
Inside the Red-Roofed Gothic Style Former Church on Lewinsville Road
Inside the Red-Roofed Gothic Style Former Church on Lewinsville Road
Winter Storm Fern and the Deep Freeze
Frozen sidewalks and mounds of ‘snow-crete’ block everyday life.
More Snow
What’s the Status of Redistricting for My FCPS Student?
Board’s approved plan punts the problem down the road; Boundary Explorer tool will be ‘updated by the end of January.’
Boundary
Surovell’s Casino Bill Clears Senate Gaming Subcommittee 5-3
State legislators ignore Fairfax County Board of Supervisors’ resistance.
Casino bill
Over $4B: FCPS Proposed Budget
Step one of nine for Fiscal Year 2027 budget before school board approval in May.
Budget
School Board Approves Results of Boundary Review
Critics say incremental change at extraordinary cost leaves core problems unsolved.
School Board Approves Results of Boundary Review
Volunteer Fairfax Hosts MLK Day of Service
More than 1,000 registrants, 16 service projects, 500 pounds of food items donated.
MLK Day
Domino Effect of Spanberger’s Appointments
Special Elections triggered in NOVA.
Special Elections triggered in NOVA.
Virginia’s Hidden Wins: New Laws in Effect
From protecting primates to ending ‘mystery’ court bills to a bit of help for foster children.
New laws
Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets 2026 Legislative Push
Fighting to expand automated enforcement beyond school and work zones
Fighting to expand automated enforcement beyond school and work zones
Could 2232 Process Cast a Shadow Over Western High School?
Deadline looms for Western High School amid regulatory standoff
Deadline looms for Western High School amid regulatory standoff
New Voice for Braddock District Takes Office
Rachna Sizemore Heizer sworn in as supervisor; joins short list of long-serving representatives.
Rachna Sizemore Heizer sworn in as supervisor; joins short list of long-serving representatives.
Rachna Sizemore Heizer Wins Braddock District Special Election
Secures Fairfax County Board supervisor seat, defeating Kenneth Balbuena by 5,873 votes.
Special election
Langley Senior's Anti-Vaping Campaign on TikTok
3 Million Views, Relatable, Authentic Content.
anti vaping
The Pedestrians Who Never Saw Their Tomorrows
Survivor Leads Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets during International World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
Street safety
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