Planning Changes to Fairfax County Planning Commission
Twelve-member commission endures multiple changes through grief, triumphs, retirement and more during 2017.

Future Quest Designed for Students with Disabilities
Event will feature 40-plus workshops and exhibits.

Called to be Leaven in the World
Interview with Catholic bishop about Church’s role in Northern Virginia.

Police Seek Witnesses in Fatal Centreville Stabbing
Friends, family mourn man killed outside local sports bar.

Northern Virginia Leads Blue Wave
Democrats sweep statewide races and come close to taking over House of Delegates.
Democrats swept all three statewide seats this week and picked up so many seats in the House of Delegates that control of the chamber is now in doubt. Voters rejected Republican arguments about sanctuary cities and Confederate memorials, divisive issues that had moderate Republicans trying to win over the most extreme elements of President Donald Trump’s coalition.

Helping Keep Homeless Warm this Winter
Hypothermia Prevention Program gearing up for 2017-2018 season.

Local Designers Help Light Up the Season
Tastemakers create holiday trees, mantelpieces, wreaths and a menorah for charity.
Editorial: Turn Out To Vote
Race at the top of the ticket likely to be very close; your vote counts.