Notorious Norovirus Stalks Region
Frequent handwashing with soap and water could help avoid the scourge.
Notorious Norovirus Stalks Region
Act Three: Crescent Apartments, 2025
The initial plan and mission looked solid until…
Supervisor Walter Alcorn’s reading of his board matter marks what could be defined as Act Three of the Crescent Property saga.
New Life for Affordable Housing in Reston?
Future of Crescent apartments property gets a hand up.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors authorized the redevelopment of the 1960s Crescent Apartments in Reston on Tuesday, Jan. 14.
Water Main Break In Reston at Lake Anne
It’s a dirty job.
Fairfax Water responded to gushing water at 11459 Washington Plaza, Lake Anne, Reston, on Jan. 13.
Bill Paves Way for Fairfax Casino Referendum
Coalition seeks to ‘kill the bill;’ sponsors say Fairfax County needs the money for schools and property tax relief.
A 50,000-member Facebook group called the No Fairfax Casino Coalition is out to "kill the bill," SB982 — Casino gaming; eligible host localities in the Virginia Senate.
How To Spend $2 Billion
Home care providers who save Virginia millions of dollars each year, but most earn less than $15 an hour in 2025.
Budget
Herrity Joins 2025 Race for Lt. Governor
Pat Herrity, the current Fairfax County Board Supervisor for the Springfield District and lone Republican on the board, posted a video on social media on Jan. 4 announcing his candidacy for Virginia lieutenant governor.
Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets Releases TREDS Study
VDOT's Traffic Records Electronic Data System
Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets released its inaugural study on VDOT's Traffic Records Electronic Data System (TREDS) data of pedestrian and bike crashes in Fairfax, Alexandria, and Arlington.
Fairfax County Updates Its ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan
Would you feel comfortable walking on any of these and others? Survey feedback and comments will be accepted through Dec. 20, 2024.
Fear, Emotion Play Out in Herndon
Town’s immigrant residents plead for protection; others counter, ‘You break the law, you are deported.’
Fear, emotion
What Could Mass Deportation Plans Mean Here?
Local officials emphasize welcoming policies.
Local officials emphasize welcoming policies.
Residences at Government Center II Groundbreaking, Mon. Dec. 9
Residences at Government Center II Groundbreaking, Mon. Dec. 9
Cornerstones: Hope for Tomorrow for So Many
Thousands of individuals and families served.
Thousands of individuals and families served.
Community News at a Glance
Community News at a Glance
Military Monday Dinners To End After 18 Years
Last dinner in Great Falls, Dec. 9, supports Stop Soldier Suicide
Military Monday Dinners To End After 18 Years
Local Artists at Capital Art and Craft Festival Winter 2024
Coming to Dulles Expo Center, Dec. 13-15
Coming to Dulles Expo Center, Dec. 13-15
Is Fairfax County’s Co-Responder Program the Right Fit?
Advocates, public cite concerns.
It has been over three years since Fairfax County initiated its pilot co-responder program intended to help police respond to mental health emergency calls. Some county residents are raising multiple concerns about the program.
County Honors Its Former Planning Commission Chairman
Peter F. Murphy: ‘Not driven by ideology or politics’
Planning award
Coat Donations Needed Now
Coat Donations Needed Now
Wait, Halloween Didn’t Originate in the U.S.?
Born of telling tales and rooted facts as seen in Fairfax County, Va
Born of telling tales and rooted facts as seen in Fairfax County, Va
Police Fatally Shoot Woman During Welfare Check
Welfare check went deadly in three minutes. What happened?
For 459 days, the Fairfax County Police Department maintained a record free from incidents involving the shooting and killing of an individual by one of their officers. On Monday, Oct. 14, the department released the body-worn camera (BWC) video footage from a police wellness check in Reston conducted on mid-morning Sept. 16, which escalated into a fatal police shooting of a woman within three minutes.
Junk Fee Warning: Rent at Your Own Risk
Are the 2024 Virginia Residential Landlord Tenant Act updates on your lease?
In Virginia, tenants, prospective tenants and landlords should know that the 2024 General Assembly introduced several bills to amend the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA). The following story is the first in a series addressing tenant-related bills in Virginia that were enacted on July 1, 2024.
Eight Local Children Are Missing
Could a CODI Alert have helped return them home?
The Virginia State Police launched its "Critical Operation for a Disappeared Child Initiative," (CODI) Alert Program nearly a month ago, on Sept. 26.
Seven Corners Pedestrian Dies Weeks after Crash
Marks 17th pedestrian fatality, year to date in Fairfax County.
Sunday, Oct. 13, marked the 17th pedestrian fatality in Fairfax County in 2024.
9/11 Ceremony in Great Falls
Honoring and remembering those who perished.
Honoring and remembering those who perished.
Coat Donations Needed Now
2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away
2024 Hunter Mill District Winter Coat Distribution is one month away
Jury Convicts Former Officer In Death of Unarmed Suspect
Guilty of reckless handling of firearm; not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
On Friday, Oct. 4, a jury made up of eight women and four men convicted former FCPD Sergeant Wesley Shifflett, 36, of reckless handling of a firearm, related to the shooting death of Timothy McCree Johnson, 37, on February 22, 2023. The jury found him not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
Historical Marker Unveiled and Dedicated
Celebrates the legacy of Robert Gunnell and Gunnell’s Chapel.
Celebrates the legacy of Robert Gunnell and Gunnell’s Chapel.
Don’t Miss It, Great Falls Oktoberfest this Friday
Benefits Cornerstones and Great Falls Grange Foundation
The Great Falls Grange Foundation and the Rotary Club of Great Falls will present the Great Falls Oktoberfest on Friday, October 4, from 6 to 10 p.m.
Walking to End Alzheimer's Returns
Improving treatment through pharmaceuticals and care for the growing population through legislation.
Improving treatment through pharmaceuticals and care for the growing population through legislation.
Former Fairfax County Deputy Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison
Provided contraband and info to inmates; drugs for cash.
The Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office announced on Sept. 19 that former deputy Robert T. Sanford Jr., 37, received a 78-month prison sentence for smuggling drugs and contraband into the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center.
‘Boosted Is Better’
Protect yourself against the next waves of viruses, says Inova and FX Health District.
Infectious disease specialists at Inova and the Fairfax Health District emphasize the importance of updated COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccinations, including flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and pneumonia for everyone, especially vulnerable populations.
Governor’s Use of Power & Authority Questioned
Sparked by Executive Order establishing cell phone-free education
Cell phones
Criminal Trial Underway for Ex-Fairfax County Officer
On-duty shooting and killing of unarmed shoplifting suspect
Trial
Cornerstones Seeks Cook Volunteers and Donors
Small act of kindness makes big impact.
Small act of kindness makes big impact.
Centreville Immigration Forum 2024 Honorees
Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.
Celebrating diversity at annual dinner.
USGS Headquarters in Reston Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.
Where and what USGS studies may surprise you.
Great Places According to Dogs
Volunteers and staff of Fairfax County Animal Shelter share their favorite dog-friendly places
Great Places According to Dogs
Fairfax County Is Doggone Friendly
Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.
Our county seen through the eyes of our dogs.
Herndon Armors Up Amendment for Downtown Redevelopment
Did 7-year agreement merry-go-round leave town unprotected?
The original Comprehensive Agreement on Nov. 1, 2017, between the Town of Herndon and developer Comstock Herndon Venture LC “had notable gaps that heavily favored Comstock,” said Herndon Councilmember Pradip Dhakal on Sept. 15.
Herndon’s Mayoral Candidates To Face Off at Forum
On Monday, Sept. 30, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Cornerstones and the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the Town of Herndon Mayoral Candidate Forum at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 651 Dranesville Road.
Supervisors Approve New Requirements for Data Centers
Stricter standards elicit reactions during and after vote.
On Sept. 10, following extensive community engagement efforts that helped shape the final recommendations presented to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors, the Board approved the long-awaited Data Center Zoning Ordinance by a vote of 8-2.
County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax
County Executive Reviews Taxing Authorities, Including Meals Tax
Can U.S. Citizens Experiencing Homelessness Vote?
Registering with no fixed address.
Registering with no fixed address.
County Clears Two Homeless Encampments
Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.
Addressing encampments humanely to address needs.
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Clear the Shelters’