Burke History Book is Published
Burke Historical Society spent over a year collecting stories and photos.
Burke History Book
Former Lee District Supervisor Joe Alexander, 90, Dies
His efforts in Lee District show signs that will be forever remembered.
Death of Joe Alexander
A Mural Completes the Renovation with a Positive Spin
A pro from Baltimore is the creative force for colorful wall art.
Springfield Mural
Fairfax County Fire Chief Honored
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) Fire Chief John Butler has been selected as a recipient of the 2020 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) President’s Awards of Recognition.
Lake Braddock Students Launch ‘STEM to Inspire’
STEM to Inspire is a student-run nonprofit aimed to bridge the income gap in the STEM field.
Lake Braddock Seventh Grader Makes a Giant Step for Mankind
Alexander Mather wins the contest to name Mars rover and witnesses the lift off.
Mars Rover Named
Fairfax County Park Authority to Honor Six Volunteers
The Fairfax County Park Authority will honor six individuals and groups with 2020 Elly Doyle Park Service Special Recognition Awards at a virtual volunteer celebration in November.
Five Fairfax County Graduates Named 2020 National Merit Scholarship Winners
Five Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) graduates from the class of 2020 have been named winners of college-sponsored scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).
Hiking, Running, Walking
What are the young people doing in pandemic time?
During the months of isolation, many young adults have altered their lifestyles and picked up new hobbies.
Fairfax County Supervisors Approve Paid Family Leave
Helping County employees meet family demands and employment responsibilities.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved Paid Family Leave for County employees during its June 23, 2020 Board meeting.
Springfield High Schoolers Start a Coffee Business
First consumers: area high schoolers.
With many coffee shops closed or their business hours shortened during the COVID-19 pandemic, two high schoolers have fulfilled locals’ coffee cravings.
Springfield’s Daventry Neighborhood Honors Fallen
The Daventry neighborhood in West Springfield continued its long-standing tradition of honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation in a Memorial Day service.
Distance Learning: Both Stress and Relief in Springfield
West Springfield High School students on handling the switch to online learning.
Since March 13, Fairfax County Public Schools have been closed and converted to online classes in response to COVID-19. Like many other FCPS high schools, West Springfield High School classes are now held twice per week through Blackboard Collaborate, an online video conferencing platform.
Out and About in Fairfax County
Through the stay at home order, work and leisure activities continue for many area essential workers and residents.
Burke Community on Parade for Veteran’s 100th Birthday
Lots of honks, waves and social distancing.
100 Birthday
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