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Chanukah Celebration Is Planned in Fairfax City

A Chanukah celebration is planned for Wednesday, Dec. 25, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in Old Town Square. Rabbi Sholom Deitsch of Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia will light the menorah.

Fairfax’s Fun-Filled Festival of Lights and Carols

Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City

Family fun, as well, at the Festival of Lights and Carols.

Holiday Markets, Entertainment, in Fairfax City

CFTC Presents ‘Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins’

A new, holiday play geared for both children and adults.

Dancing Reindeer, Elves, Toy Soldiers and Santa

Encore presents its holiday show, ‘Time for Christmas.’

Local Nonprofits Need Your Help

Britepaths, Lamb Center seek holiday donations.

Fairfax Ballet Company Presents ‘The Nutcracker’

Chantilly High student dances with NYC professionals.

Nutcracker

‘Reminder of the Painstakingly High Cost of Freedom’

Fairfax City celebrates America's veterans.

John Mason Honored by General Assembly

‘Emblematic of the unflinching spirit of our veterans.’

John Mason Honored

Reimagining of a Classic Story in Futuristic Setting

Centreville High’s Cappies play is ‘Antigone: 3021.’

Theater

Glebe View Townhouse Project at a Glance

Fairfax Presbyterian Church, at 10723 Main St. and Presbyterian Way in Fairfax City, has donated some 1.6 acres of its land for affordable homes, called Glebe View Townhouses, to be built there. Habitat for Humanity NOVA is the developer, and nonprofit Homestretch/Sacred Homes will own two of the houses. HomeAid will provide building materials and tradesman expertise at reduced prices.

Local People Honored during Centreville Day

Annual awards are presented to worthy recipients.

Day

‘A Joyous Day Filled with Hope, Progress and Possibility’

Ground is broken for affordable homes in Fairfax City.

People Coming Together for Good in Time of Need

Fairfax’s American Legion Post 177 helps hurricane victims.

After Hurricane Helene dealt a devastating blow to Western North Carolina – washing away homes and livelihoods and leaving many residents and businesses without drinkable water or electricity – American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax City just had to do something. So it began collecting items for the victims and then delivering them.

Romance, High Drama and a Disintegrating Family

Woodson High presents unique take on Shakespeare’s ‘Lear.’

Love Runs Amok in Hilarious Shakespearean Comedy

Westfield High presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

Community Fun, Festivities under the Autumn Sun

Centreville Day was Saturday, Oct. 19

Bicyclist, 89, Killed in Collision with Car

‘What Women Do Is Figure Out How to Make It All Work’

Advice for success given at Economic Empowerment Luncheon.

More than 120 people attended the Sept. 25 Women’s Economic Empowerment Luncheon at the Sherwood Center in Fairfax.

Mixed-Use Apartment Building OKed in Northfax

Fairfax City Council approves WillowWood Phase I plan.

Apartments galore

Music, Children’s Activities, Parade, Pets and Awards

32nd annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 19.

Come one, come all – the 32nd annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park. The free event is at 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP) and offers fun activities for the entire family.

Fairfax City Looks Toward the Future

More multifamily homes and retail uses are planned.

While proud of its historic heritage, Fairfax City is continually modernizing and warmly welcoming new residents, businesses and commercial development.

Huge Turnout for Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax

Empowering Fairfax City’s Women Entrepreneurs

Luncheon will provide advice, connections, to grow their businesses.

Second-Degree Murder Yields 28 Years in Prison

Robertson is sentenced for violent killing of Fairfax man.

Although Aaron Robertson was sentenced last week to 28 years in prison for the brutal killing of Fairfax City’s Luis Barahona Reyes, the victim’s family and the prosecutor were hoping for more.

It’s Earp’s Ordinary for Live Music, Food, Drinks and Fun

Fairfax City gets an exciting new restaurant/music venue.

Musical Comes to Life in a New York Apartment

Westfield Summer Stage presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone.’

Each year, Westfield Summer Stage gives audiences the chance to see some of the most talented high-school thespians from throughout Fairfax County.

Man Charged with Killing Fairfax Resident

Fairfax County police have arrested a Washington, D.C., man in connection with the May 21 murder of a Fairfax resident.

Police Charge Special Ed Teacher with Assault

A Fairfax woman who worked as a special-education teacher has been charged with assaulting three students at White Oaks Elementary in Burke.

Herralink Brings Connection, Joy, to Senior Citizens

Centreville High grad is dedicated to improving their lives.

Come Celebrate the Fourth of July in Fairfax City

Festivities include a parade, firefighter fun, music and fireworks.

Stolen Cop Cruiser Crashes into Two Police Vehicles

Homemade Latin American Desserts in Fairfax City

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery has become a customer favorite.

Food

Man Arrested, Charged with Sexual Assaults

Police say DNA testing reportedly tied him to three cold cases.

A man police believe committed multiple, unsolved sexual assaults – dating as far back as 1998 – is now in custody in the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. He is Edward Eugene Pottmyer, 58 and, although he has a Chantilly address, he actually lives in Loudoun County.

Police Arrest Suspect in Centreville Carjacking

Safety tips offered for exchanging merchandise with strangers.

Police detectives from the Fairfax County Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau have charged a 25-year-old Maryland man in connection with a recent carjacking and abduction in Centreville.

Poignant Stories of Wartime Bravery and Heart

Fairfax Councilmembers talk about America’s heroes.

During Fairfax City’s Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27, two of the most poignant stories about America’s fallen veterans were told by Councilmembers Kate Doyle Feingold and Tom Ross:

‘We Remember Those Who Sacrificed Their Tomorrows’

Fairfax City pays tribute to the fallen on Memorial Day.

VFW Post 8469 Chaplain Marcus Kuiper gave the opening prayer at Fairfax City’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, last Monday, May 27. Held at American Legion Post 177, it was jointly hosted by both posts and attended by more than 100 people. “We pray for those who gave their last, full measure of devotion – those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom,” said Kuiper. “Hear our prayers for those who put the welfare of others above their own and made the ultimate sacrifice.”