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• Fairfax City Announces Community Events, Safety Audit, and Grant Opportunities

  27 Aug 2026 3:41 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City unveils a series of community engagements, including a 'Rock the Block' concert, a public safety audit for Pickett Road, and the launch of its FY2027 Nonprofit Grant Program, alongside a zoning amendments open house.

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• City of Fairfax Unveils Diverse Cultural Arts Lineup and Opportunities

  25 Aug 2026 12:31 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax announces its 2026-2027 Bonita Lestina Performance Series, extended public art calls, new early childhood arts program, free dance workshops, and celebrates recent ArtsFairfax grant recipients.

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• Fairfax City Welcomes Restaurant Week and Student Return Amidst Busy August

  20 Aug 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City is vibrant with Summer Restaurant Week through August 30 and students returning to schools on August 24. Residents should note traffic changes and a zoning open house on September 2.

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• Fairfax Park Receives Life-Saving AED Donation from Aliver Foundation

  13 Aug 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The Aliver Foundation and City of Fairfax will host a community celebration on August 18 to dedicate new, all-weather AED equipment at Draper Drive Park, enhancing public safety and cardiac emergency response.

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• Fairfax Clarifies Recycling Rules for Boxes and Light Bulbs

  13 Aug 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax clarifies recycling rules, confirming string light boxes are recyclable but light bulbs are not. Residents must take light bulbs to Household Hazardous Waste sites for proper disposal due to hazardous materials and equipment damage risks.

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• Blenheim Boulevard to Close Temporarily for Tree Removal in Fairfax

  11 Aug 2026 2:13 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Blenheim Boulevard in Fairfax will experience temporary closures on August 17-18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for tree removal related to multimodal improvements. Motorists should expect detours and minor delays.

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• Fairfax City Announces Free September Dance Series at Old Town Square

  11 Aug 2026 12:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City invites all to free "Dancing on the Square" events every Thursday in September. Enjoy diverse dance workshops, from Salsa to Jhyaure, and open dancing at Old Town Square.

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• Fairfax City Improves Sidewalk Access and Clarifies Emergency Utility Contacts

  6 Aug 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City is enhancing pedestrian safety by clearing vegetation from public sidewalks, maintaining a four-foot-wide, eight-foot-high clearance. The city also clarified contact points for emergencies, distinguishing between municipal infrastructure and private utility services.

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• Fairfax City Kicks Off Blenheim Boulevard Upgrades Amidst Multiple Transportation Projects and Openings

  3 Aug 2026 6:29 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City begins Blenheim Boulevard multimodal improvements with lane closures and detours. New road networks open, traffic signal upgrades continue, and a Pickett Road safety meeting is scheduled. Bike valet returns for the Fall Festival.

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• Fairfax City Gears Up for National Night Out on August 4

  30 Jul 2026 4:17 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City prepares for National Night Out on August 4, inviting residents to unite with police and neighbors from 5-8 p.m. to boost crime prevention awareness and strengthen community bonds. Register your neighborhood event by August 1.

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• Small Business Summit to Address Government Contracting Realities in Arlington

  29 Jul 2026 3:11 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  George Mason University and SECAF will co-host the Small Business Summit on Sept. 16, 2026, in Arlington. The event focuses on government contracting realities, offering insights, networking, and a keynote by Octo CEO Mehul Sanghani for small businesses.

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• Fairfax City Announces Summer Events, Infrastructure Upgrades, and Future Planning Initiatives

  23 Jul 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City announces a busy schedule including summer concerts, sidewalk maintenance, and a children's concert. The City Council also approved a special election for a potential sales tax to fund schools and transportation.

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• Blenheim Boulevard Project Begins, Expect Two Weeks of Traffic Disruptions

  17 Jul 2026 4:25 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The Blenheim Boulevard Multimodal Improvements Project in Fairfax has begun, bringing construction, single-lane closures, and traffic delays for the next two weeks. Motorists should expect disruptions and use alternate routes during the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. work hours.

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• Fairfax City Council Advances Sales Tax Referendum, Celebrates Financial Excellence

  16 Jul 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City Council moves to put a 1% sales tax for schools and transit on the 2026 ballot, while also earning its 45th financial reporting award and enhancing meeting accessibility.

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• Fairfax Clarifies Recycling Rules for Paper Towel Rolls and Plastic Wrap

  16 Jul 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax clarifies recycling rules: paper towel rolls are accepted, but plastic cling wrap is not due to machinery issues. Residents are advised to use retailer take-back programs or trash for plastic wrap.

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• Fairfax City Unveils New Mini-Art Collections and Opens Arts Grant Applications

  9 Jul 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City introduces new mini-art collections by Violet Aizawa, Isha Pandit, and Brian Wang at local venues. Additionally, the Commission on the Arts is accepting grant applications until August 31 to support local artists and cultural organizations.

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• Fairfax City Unveils Summer Concert Series and Arts Grant Opportunity

  8 Jul 2026 1:31 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City announces a free summer concert series at Sherwood Center throughout July, featuring diverse bands and family-friendly events. The Commission on the Arts also opens grant applications for local artists and cultural organizations.

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• Fairfax Cancels Independence Day Parade Amid Extreme Heat

  3 Jul 2026 1:05 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax has canceled its Independence Day Parade on July 3, 2026, due to extreme heat, prioritizing public safety. The Evening Show and fireworks will still proceed, but the Museum's open house is also canceled.

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• Fairfax City Prepares for Independence Day, Major Road Project, and Community Safety Initiatives

  2 Jul 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City announces a full day of Independence Day festivities on July 4, alongside the start of the Blenheim Boulevard reconstruction project on July 6. Police launch Project S.A.F.E. for community security.

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• Historic Blenheim Temporarily Closes for Renovations

  27 Jun 2026 4:00 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City's Historic Blenheim will close its Civil War Interpretive Center from June 29 to July 8 for lobby renovations. The grounds and goat viewing remain open, with house tours resuming post-renovation.

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• Fairfax City Commemorates 250 Years of American History with July Events

  27 Jun 2026 10:29 a.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City celebrates 250 years of American history this July with a new exhibit on the Declaration of Independence, an Independence Day party, an author talk on forgotten patriots, and a colonial music concert.

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• Fairfax City Unveils Summer Events, Major Infrastructure Plans, and New Green Policy

  25 Jun 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City announces a vibrant summer schedule including Rock the Block and Independence Day, alongside significant Blenheim Boulevard project funding, a new Green Building Policy, and ongoing drought watch.

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• City of Fairfax Launches Three New Calls for Public Art Projects

  23 Jun 2026 2:02 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax seeks artists for three public art projects: mini-art vending machines, a mural at Thaiss Park, and designs for recycled benches. Deadlines are June 24 and September 7.

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• Fairfax City Honored with GFOA Triple Crown, Announces Key Community Initiatives and Events

  18 Jun 2026 7:02 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City earns the GFOA Triple Crown for financial excellence, while also recognizing waste workers, hosting public safety training, and announcing art exhibitions. Residents are invited to a Blenheim Boulevard construction meeting and encouraged to conserve water.

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• Fairfax City Prepares for Storms, Hosts Summer Events, and Advances Infrastructure Projects

  11 Jun 2026 7:02 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City addresses potential power outages, hosts free movie and jazz screenings, and observes Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week. The city also plans for Blenheim Boulevard construction and seeks input on regional transportation.

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• Fairfax City Addresses Drought, Promotes Solar, Warns on Battery Safety, and Showcases Student Sustainability Ideas

  8 Jun 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  Fairfax City issues a drought watch, promotes a free solar webinar, warns residents about unsafe battery disposal, and highlights student proposals for sustainable redevelopment projects.

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• Fairfax City Issues Recycling Reminder: Boxes In, Electronics Out

  4 Jun 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax urges residents to properly recycle boxes while warning against curbside disposal of electronics and wires due to equipment damage and fire risks. Designated hazardous waste sites are available for safe electronic recycling.

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• City of Fairfax Provides Updates Across Key Community Areas

  1 Jun 2026 2:53 p.m. · Source: City of Fairfax

  The City of Fairfax, Virginia, offers various information channels, including updates on city news, transportation projects, arts, museum events, and environmental sustainability initiatives for its residents.

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