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Unsheltered Homeless Persons at Reston Encampment
April 02 2024
Reston Strong, which supports Fairfax County's largest tent encampment, arranged interviews with four unsheltered people experiencing homelessness living in an encampment in Reston Town Center North. The interviews came days after Supervisor Walter Alcorn (Hunter Mill District)..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: March 27, 2024
March 29 2024
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Personal Safety Presentation for Teenage Girls
March 28 2024
Offered by Fairfax County police, this program will equip teenage girls with the knowledge they need to feel confident in any situation. The instructor will cover a wide range of crucial topics, including Crime Prevention, Situational Awareness, Observing Your Surroundings, Reducing the..... Read More.
March 23 2024
Born Jan. 27, 1935, in Springfield, Mass., John Mason had a distinguished, 20-year career in the U.S. Army before retiring as a colonel in 1976. Over at the Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling, 2024 will start out with a new president, as former president Bruce Wright steps down and newly..... Read More.
Newcomers & Community Guide: Centreville, Chantilly & Clifton
March 23 2024
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.
March 22 2024
The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) plans to implement an increase in rental assistance to individuals with serious mental illness. English ivy is one of the most invasive and destructive plants in the region. “In rescuing America’s most historic home and..... Read More.
Car Seat Inspections on March 28
March 21 2024
It’s at 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. Inspections are done on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should install the child safety seat so the inspection can be performed. The seat will be properly re-installed, and parents will be taught how to install the seat properly if..... Read More.
East Meets West at Beltway Medical Group
March 20 2024
Folasade Bangali and Jennifer Rose, and (in front, from left) Marjorie Oboite and Martha Gebru. East meets West at Beltway Medical Group, a new physical-therapy clinic in the former Bank of America building across from Fair Oaks Mall. Although it opened in November, it held its official ribbon..... Read More.
March 18 2024
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Volunteer for Earth Day at Sully Historic Site
March 14 2024
Earth Day Fairfax is a daylong extravaganza featuring games, entertainment, exhibits, workshops, vendors and activities geared toward increasing our understanding and enjoyment of the world around us. The event attracts nearly 5,000 people from across Fairfax County annually. Volunteers..... Read More.
Offering a Variety of Mixed Martial Arts
March 13 2024
In Japanese, the word “kaizen” is derived from “kai,” an action that improves something, and “zen,” which means a benefit. Together, they refer to a continual, daily effort to make the whole system better. That’s the purpose and philosophy of Kaizen MMA – that all the small..... Read More.
Fairfax Man Charged in Fatal Car Crash
March 13 2024
5, 2023, a violent car crash in Centreville killed a 30-year-old man and sent another to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Last week, Fairfax County police charged Gabriel Rincon, 22, of Fairfax in connection with the fatality. Following the crash, police officers from the Sully..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: March 6, 2024
March 09 2024
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Self-Defense Classes for Women
March 07 2024
They’re free, but participants must attend all four nights. The classes are on March 12, 14, 19 and 21, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy, 14601 Lee Road in Chantilly.Women will learn essential tips on crime prevention and personal safety. There’ll also be..... Read More.
Centre View: February 28, 2024
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Chantilly Connection: December 20, 2023
December 22 2023
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Centre View: December 13, 2023
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December 15 2023
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Presentation on Personal Safety for Teen Girls
December 15 2023
It’ll be held Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 6:30-8 p.m., in the community room of the Sully District Police Station, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly.The instructor will cover a wide range of crucial topics, including crime prevention, situational awareness, observing your surroundings,..... Read More.
Dont Leave Keys, Valuables in Your Car
December 15 2023
And in its first year, its officers charged more than 175 people with felonies and seized 20 guns. The unit has six detectives and two supervisors who investigate vehicle thefts, track these cars and apprehend the thieves. And Det. Jen Habig recently told the Sully District Police Station’s..... Read More.
Detectives Investigating Fatal Car Crash in Centreville
December 15 2023
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel declared Sohail Iqbal of Manassas dead at the scene. Police officers from the Sully District Station responded last Monday, at 12:04 a.m., to the intersection of Route 29 and Clifton Road in Centreville. There, they found a 2013 BMW M3 and a 2012 Hyundai..... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: December 6, 2023
December 08 2023
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December 08 2023
But for 5-year-old Kiki, who lives in Hawaii, it’s only a dream. More than 20 musicians will perform Friday night, 5 p.m. start; Saturday, noon and 5 p.m. starts; and Sunday, noon start. “Dickens himself was a rags-to-riches story and wanted his fellow Victorians to celebrate mankind and be..... Read More.
Centreville Car Crash Kills Man, 28
December 07 2023
26, near Cox Farms. Killed was Emmanuel Alexander, 28, of Aldie. Officers responded that day at 4 a.m. to a single-vehicle crash in the 15600 block of Braddock Road in Centreville. There, they and county Fire and Rescue personnel found a 2017 Jaguar XF fully engulfed in flames and worked..... Read More.
Former Centreville High Teacher Writes Childrens Book
December 07 2023
But for 5-year-old Kiki, who lives in Hawaii, it’s only a dream. Still, she hopes to experience snow for real someday; and a family trip to Michigan may be just what’s needed to make her dream come true. That’s the premise of the new children’s book, “Kiki’s Dream,” by former..... Read More.
Centre View: November 29, 2023
December 02 2023
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November 30 2023
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November 30 2023
9 and 10, 2023 at 3 p.m. in the Centreville High School Auditorium located at 6001 Union Mill Road in Clifton. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the scholarship fund of the Centreville High School Drama Boosters and the Plummer Home. Tickets for $12 are available pre-show..... Read More.
MPO Travis Heiden: Officer of the Quarter
November 30 2023
Matt Dehler, MPO Travis Heiden and Capt. Dan Spital. Photo by Bonnie Hobbs. MPO Travis Heiden was recently honored as the Sully District Police Station’s Officer of the Quarter for July, August and September. He was feted at the Oct. 11 meeting of the station’s Citizens Advisory Committee...... Read More.
Chantilly Connection: November 22, 2023
November 24 2023
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November 23 2023
I write to correct two points from your article on the Veterans Day observance at the Great Falls Freedom Memorial in your November 15-21, 2023 edition. The mated pair of Bald Eagles in Great Falls have once again been spotted on their nest on Minnehaha Island, seen from Riverbend Park...... Read More.
Police Seeking Help Identifying Armed Robbers
November 23 2023
18, in Chantilly and are asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the people responsible for this crime. Police say two men armed with a firearm entered the Chantilly Check and Convenience Store at 3:21 p.m. According to police, “The suspects forced an employee to open a safe and..... Read More.
November 23 2023
8-10, 2023 with more than 300 juried artisans taking over two Dulles Expo Center halls. The Capital Art & Craft Festival (www.CACF.art) will feature handcrafted, one of a kind art in more than a dozen mediums including glass, jewelry, leather, paintings, prints, photography, pottery,..... Read More.
How to Survive an Active Shooting
November 23 2023
So Fairfax County police are offering free training from officers to help people take control of their own safety. It’ll be presented virtually on Wednesday, Nov. 29, from 6:30-8 p.m. To register, go to https://bit.ly/sullycrase112923. The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events..... Read More.
Centreville Motorcycle Crash Kills Lorton Man, 27
November 23 2023
It happened on Route 28 north in Centreville, and the person killed was Zafeer Piracha. Fairfax County police officers from the nearby Sully District Station responded to the crash last Thursday, Nov. 16. at 9:01 p.m. Preliminarily, detectives determined that the driver of a 2016 Acura TLX was..... Read More.
Paul VI Annual Food Drive Collected Huge Amounts of Food for Food...
November 23 2023
Paul VI Catholic High School community is celebrating success in its annual food drive benefiting Food for Others. Paul VI has partnered with Food for Others for over 35 years. Food for Others is a vital organization in Northern Virginia, that acts both as a food bank, distributing resources to..... Read More.
Capacity Challenge at McLean ES Forces Boundary Changes
November 23 2023
Fairfax County Public School staff has recommended to the school board Scenario B for the boundary adjustment to provide capacity relief to Kent Gardens Elementary School in McLean. Thirteen temporary classrooms are currently in use at the school to accommodate program capacity..... Read More.
Westfield Bulldogs Press on in Playoffs
November 22 2023
17 in the Class 6 D Regional semifinal. Westfield opened scoring with only 42 seconds to play in the opening quarter when quarterback Matthew Jenks would score the first of his 3 touchdowns on a 1 yard touchdown run. With 7:08 left in the 2nd quarter Westfield would add to..... Read More.
Fairfaxs Small Business Saturday Is Nov. 25
November 22 2023
25 Small Business Saturday in Fairfax City. Front row from left, Doug Church (CFCC), Tess Rollins, Tara Borwey, Read and City Economic Development Director Chris Bruno. In Fairfax City, Small Business Saturday is an opportunity for area residents to embrace their community spirit, while..... Read More.
Fairfax High Seniors Create PERIOD Club
November 22 2023
When Fairfax High seniors Valencia Rodriquez and Maisie Curtin were looking for some extracurricular activities, they knew they wanted to do something that would make a difference in their community. And although their school offered a variety of clubs and groups, nothing seemed like it would..... Read More.
Centre View: November 15, 2023
November 17 2023
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Smith Reelected as Sully Supervisor
November 17 2023
She received 20,238 votes, for 59.5 percent of the total, to his 13,643 votes and 40 percent. There were also 152 write-ins, comprising 0.45 percent of the votes. “I was pleased that the voters of the Sully District are entrusting me to another term on the Board of Supervisors,” said..... Read More.
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.
