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Joyful Ribbon Cutting on a Cold, Brisk Day
November 17 2023
Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. In September 2021, local dignitaries hoisted shovelfuls of dirt into the air to break ground for the Route 28 widening in Centreville. Held in the park-and-ride lot of Centreville United Methodist Church near this heavily traveled highway, the event marked the start of..... Read More.
Residents, Scouts Fill WFCMS Food Pantry
November 17 2023
Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. On Saturday, Nov. 4, Boy Scouts in the Sully District collected 50,416 pounds of food for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries’ food pantry in Chantilly. The annual Scouting for Food drive was “wonderful and abundant as always, due to the great work of the Scouts in..... Read More.
November 17 2023
The Madison Warhawks hosted the visiting Langley Saxons on Nov. 10 in Vienna for a first round football playoff game. The Westfield Bulldogs (7-2) took on the unbeaten South Lakes Seahawks (9-0) on Nov. 3 in Reston. The Chantilly Chargers visited the Westfield Bulldogs on Oct. 23 in Chantilly. The..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: November 8, 2023
November 11 2023
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Female Olympic Rowers Break Barriers to Win
November 11 2023
From left are Breanna Zazzara, Maron Meyer, Hannah Crawford, Shannon Sidwell, Seidou, Madelyn Regan, Taylor Lekuch, Vanesa Barraza and Kelley Simpkins. Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. Centreville High’s upcoming play, “Girls in the Boat,” tells the stories of the U.S. women’s Olympic rowing..... Read More.
November 11 2023
10, from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., for its 37th annual Family Caregiver Conference. Detective Sherlock Holmes and his assistant are both literary legends. But in Westfield High’s upcoming Cappies play, they’re portrayed as women, for an intriguing new spin on the story. Centreville High’s..... Read More.
Dementia Caregivers Conference on Friday
November 09 2023
10, from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., for its 37th annual Family Caregiver Conference. Designed for family and professional caregivers, this in-person event will be held at the Korean Central Presbyterian Church, 15451 Lee Hwy. in Centreville. To learn more about the sessions, speakers and..... Read More.
November 04 2023
3. Imagine a world without forests. Lands unable to control soil erosion, filter and clean water, control temperatures, store carbon, provide building materials, produce food and medicines, or soothe the soul with the sound of rustling leaves. It was 2011, and Dwight Grant was having an identity..... Read More.
Newcomers & Community Guide: Centreville, Chantilly & Clifton
November 04 2023
The south county areas of Springfield, Lorton, Clifton, Fairfax and Fairfax Station are fortunate to have interesting attractions to enjoy for entertainment, exercise, nature and history. Fairfax City is proud of its historic Old Town parks and schools, while warmly welcoming new residents,..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: December 14, 2022
November 04 2023
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November 04 2023
1, the Fairfax County Office of Elections requalified Fairfax County Franconia District School Board Candidate Marcia C. St. John-Cunning based on a ruling by the Fairfax County Circuit Court that afternoon. A Fairfax County judge allowed two additional petition sheets to count toward St...... Read More.
Chantilly FB Has Tough Visit to Westfield
November 03 2023
23 in Chantilly. Westfield opened scoring with a Matthew Jenks 20 yard touchdown run with 6:10 to play in the opening quarter. In the 2nd quarter Carson Howell would recover a fumble for a touchdown and Westfield was now ahead 14-0. Chantilly would then score on an 83 yard touchdown..... Read More.
Costumes, Cruisers and Candy at Trunk-or-Treat
November 03 2023
Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. From left, parents Homam and Yasmeen Sanjakdar with Jude, 3, and Keira, 10 months. Handing out candy are Fairfax County 911 (DPSC) dispatchers (from left) Kirsten Chandler, Michelle Anderson and Austyn Ries. Fairfax County Animal Protection Police (from left) Samantha..... Read More.
Learn about Fairfax Countys Public Safety
November 03 2023
He’ll do so via a webinar presented by the county’s Communities of Trust, this Wednesday, Nov. 1, from 7-8:30 p.m. Register in advance at http://bit.ly/ffxcopublicsafety23. Registration is now open for the Fairfax County Police Department’s November self-defense classes for women...... Read More.
Parking-Spot Dispute Leads to Shooting
November 03 2023
26, in The Meadows community. The incident left two men hospitalized for treatment of gunshot wounds. Preliminarily, detectives determined both men were in the parking lot arguing over a parking spot, prior to the shooting. Two firearms were found at the scene. Officers from the Sully District..... Read More.
November 02 2023
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Chantilly Connection: October 25, 2023
October 28 2023
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October 28 2023
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October 26 2023
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Chantilly Highs Haunted House is Oct. 28
October 26 2023
The 11th annual event will be held this Saturday, Oct. 28, from 1-5 p.m. (less scary) and 6-10 p.m. (for braver attendees). The fun also includes games, entertainment and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers’ field hockey and girls’ soccer programs. Tickets are $15 at the door..... Read More.
Officer of the Quarter: PFC Avery Brunk
October 21 2023
He was honored at the Sept. 13 meeting of the station’s Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). Brunk is a member of Sully’s Neighborhood Patrol Unit (bike team), and his fellow team members were on hand to see him receive his award. At the start of the meeting, Capt. Dan Spital, the..... Read More.
October 21 2023
A group of students from Great Falls Elementary and Cooper Middle Schools collected over a hundred signatures for a petition on reducing cafeteria waste. They then delivered the petition to Congressmen Gerry Connolly and Don Beyer’s offices on Sept. 1. The sweet sounds of music filled the halls..... Read More.
Two Pastors, Musical Group Receive Awards
October 21 2023
Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. Although rain forced the cancellation of Centreville Day last Saturday, Oct. 14, the awards ceremony went forward – just indoors, inside St. John’s Episcopal Church in Centreville’s Historic District. Two individuals and one group were honored for their longtime..... Read More.
October 21 2023
It’s slated for this Saturday, Oct. 21, at 9 a.m., at the Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters 12099 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax. It’s free, and participants may walk or run with their furry friends. Activities also include a dog costume contest, police K9 Unit..... Read More.
October 18 2023
In California, I worked for a weekly paper in the San Francisco Bay Area, where I’m from originally. In North Carolina, I worked two years (1990-92) at the Sun Journal, a daily paper in New Bern. There, I covered county government, commercial fishing – which is a big industry there..... Read More.
October 18 2023
Big business cleaned up this week, taking home the biggest prizes in the special session to spend $3 billion in stimulus cash. Meanwhile, low-income Virginians didn't fare quite as well. In the 1985 hit movie "Brewster's Millions," Richard Pryor is given the task of spending $30 million in 30 days...... Read More.
Rainy-Day Fun at Fairfax Fall Festival
October 18 2023
Koraline Blend, 4-1/2, paints a reindeer at the Sweet Promise table. Teresa Musni, of BabaBOWtique by Teresa, sells tutu bags and cute knit caps. Ellie Tsai, 4, is a ray of sunshine in her yellow duck raincoat and galoshes. Rob Hornfeck Enterprise rocks the Old Town Square stage. Ida Beylee..... Read More.
Residents Who Encountered Wild Animals Asked to Call Health Department
October 18 2023
They were found close to Pleasant Valley Road north of Highway 29 in residential areas. Both animals interacted with domestic pets, resulting in the testing of the wild animals. During the time they were sick, the rabid animals may have had contact with other people or pets. If you,..... Read More.
October 14 2023
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Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 14
October 13 2023
14. It runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Historic Centreville Park, 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP). The free festival includes a parade, live entertainment throughout the day, and a marketplace where children may wear their Halloween costumes and trick or treat..... Read More.
Visionaries of Equity and Justice Honored at CIF Banquet
October 13 2023
Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. If two people ever deserved the Centreville Immigration Forum’s (CIF) first-ever Visionary Award, it’s Alice and Jerry Foltz, who founded this nonprofit to provide jobs for and improve the lives of local immigrants. And they received it at CIF’s annual banquet,..... Read More.
Capital Art and Craft Festival, Oct. 13-15, 2023
October 13 2023
Art and crafts return to Northern Virginia Oct. 13-15, 2023 as the Capital Art & Craft Festival (www.CapitalArtandCraftFestivals.com) brings more than 250 juried artisans to Dulles Expo Center for its Fall weekend event. The Capital Art & Craft Festival will feature handcrafted, one of a..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: October 4, 2023
October 09 2023
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Suspect in Chantilly Sex Crimes Acquitted
October 07 2023
18, in handcuffs. That’s because Fairfax County General District Court bailiffs considered him a flight risk. Ultimately, though – even though his attorney agreed a sexual assault took place – she was able to make mincemeat out of the police investigation and the prosecution’s case. And..... Read More.
October 07 2023
“We want our loved ones to smile.” — Speech language pathologist Susan Wranik “There are measures we can take to help prevent falls.” — Sara Pappa, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance coordinator Can Mentally Challenging Games Prevent Cognitive Decline? In accordance..... Read More.
Two Suspects Arrested Within 72 Hours of Shooting
October 07 2023
At 2:23 p.m. on Sept. 27, officers from Sully District responded to the 5400 block of Belcher Farm Road in Centreville for a shot-person call. Upon arrival, officers located one victim, an adult man, in his vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds to the upper body. The officers provided aid until..... Read More.
October 07 2023
9, (weather depending), drivers will see new traffic patterns along Route 28 northbound and southbound between the Fairfax County/Prince William County line and Old Centreville Road in Centreville. There’ll be an additional lane for three total in each direction. Shoulders, however, will..... Read More.
Fun and Festivities for the Whole Community
October 06 2023
Courtesy of Cheryl Repetti Live music, a colorful parade, children’s activities and fun galore on an early fall day – all that and more are in store at the 31st annual Centreville Day. It’s set for Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park. The free event..... Read More.
Centre View: September 27, 2023
October 04 2023
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December 07 2023
This year the two teams met in the state semifinal game on Saturday 12/02. Madison fresh off a Regional final win over Westfield and Freedom Woodbridge a regional final win over Battlefield. The winner would face the winner of the Lake Braddock - Highland Springs semi final game. The State..... Read More.
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December 07 2023
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Four More Months in Jail for Cruz Colindres
December 07 2023
Fairfax County police initially charged Cruz Colindres with second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. And for the past eight months, he’s been held without bond in the Adult Detention Center. The firearm charge was eventually dropped; and, on Aug. 14 in..... Read More.
Vienna/Oakton Connection: November 29, 2023
December 02 2023
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Footprints on the Sands of Time
November 30 2023
Certainly there are “bad actors” in all realms of life, but we need to be wary of focusing on someone who does something criminal or unethical so that we do not generalize those actions to describe the whole of humankind. I am a politician by choice and am very proud..... Read More.
Vienna/Oakton Connection: November 22, 2023
November 24 2023
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Madison Defeats Langley, Continues March
November 17 2023
10 in Vienna for a first round football playoff game. Opening the quarter Dominic Knicely scored the first of his three touchdowns with 8:42 to play in the first quarter. Just 42 seconds later Dominic Knicely scored his second touchdown on a 48 yard punt return touchdown. Later, in..... Read More.
November 17 2023
Photo by Michael Lee Pope. In the 1985 hit movie "Brewster's Millions," Richard Pryor is given the task of spending $30 million in 30 days. Hijinks ensue. In some ways, that's also the plot of the General Assembly session this week. But the stakes are bigger, and the jokes aren't..... Read More.
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November 17 2023
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November 17 2023
10 in Vienna for a first round football playoff game. "The Snowman in Concert" is back at James Madison High School. Seven candidates are running for six seats on the Vienna Town Council. Early voting is underway, and final Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Three of the seven..... Read More.
City Is Failing Old Town Residents
November 04 2023
5 the Alexandria Planning Commission will be asked to approve four audacious exceptions so the developer of 301 N. Fairfax can maximize his profits by building an architecturally bland, modernist condominium one block from City Hall and Founder’s Park. The plan is visibly out of place among the..... Read More.
