Tag: fairfax_county_government
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Fairfax County Urges Emergency Alert Sign-Ups as Preparedness Month Ends
Fairfax County marks the final week of National Preparedness Month by urging residents to sign up for county alerts, plus a public hearing on a proposed Dominion-NextEra merger.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementBusinessEnergyState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Fairfax CountyNational Preparedness MonthFairfax County AlertsDominion-NextEra Energy mergerSpringfield jewelry store robberyMedicare 101 workshopschild safety seatsFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Opens Affordable Housing Voucher Waitlist Oct. 5
Fairfax County opens its Project-Based Voucher waitlist Oct. 5 for new properties in Falls Church and Vienna, closing Oct. 11. Also: a center groundbreaking and 45 pets adopted.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessUSAState GovernmentsReal EstateEmployment and LaborTransportationSocial Issues Fairfax CountyAffordable HousingProject-Based VoucherFalls ChurchViennaAnimal ServicesProduct RecallFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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FCPS to Host World's First K-12 Quantum Computer at Skyview High School
Fairfax County Public Schools partners with Connected DMV and the county's Economic Development Authority to bring an operational quantum computer to Skyview High School students, with installation expected in December.
Science & TechnologyEducationHealthUSAComputers and InternetState GovernmentsSocial Issues Fairfax County Public SchoolsQuantum ComputingSkyview High SchoolConnected DMVFairfax County Economic Development AuthorityK-12 EducationMedicaid EligibilityFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Seeks Members for New Environmental Commission
Fairfax County is forming a 15-member Environmental Commission to advise on policies protecting the natural environment, with residents urged to contact their District Supervisor by October 9.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEnergy Fairfax CountyEnvironmental CommissionOffice of Environmental and Energy CoordinationsustainabilityDistrict SupervisorVirginiacommunity planningFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Fairfax County Weekend: Hispanic Heritage Month, Mosaic Fall Fest and Free Pet Adoptions
Fairfax County's Sept. 25-27 weekend features Hispanic Heritage Month library events, the Mosaic Fall Fest with 90+ vendors, and waived pet adoption fees at the Lorton campus.
EntertainmentSocial IssuesEducationUSAGeneral Weather Fairfax CountyHispanic Heritage MonthMosaic Fall FestEmpty the SheltersBISSELL Pet FoundationNational Public Lands DayChuseokFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Announces 2026 Exceptional Design Awards Recipients
Fairfax County names 2026 James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards winners, honoring innovative workplaces, renovated residences and community and mixed-use facilities that boost wellness and sustainability.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEntertainmentState GovernmentsReal EstateSocial IssuesEducationTransportation Fairfax CountyJames M. Scott Exceptional Design Awardsarchitectureenvironmental designBurke LakeOaktonaffordable housingFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County to Host 'Get to Know Your County' Event Oct. 5
Fairfax County invites residents to connect with agencies and discover programs at its Get to Know Your County event on Oct. 5, alongside a career expo and police updates.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesEducation Fairfax CountyGet to Know Your CountyFairfax County Government CenterDiscover Your Path ExpoOperation Safe Right TurnHispanic Heritage MonthNotiCentroFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Youth Survey Shows Improved Mental Health, Low Substance Use Among Students
More than 39,000 Fairfax County Public Schools students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12 reported strong support at home, school and community, with mental health improving since 2021.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEducationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsLaw Enforcement Fairfax CountyYouth SurveyMental HealthSubstance UseElly Doyle Park Service AwardsFairfax County Public SchoolsEmpty the SheltersFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Waives All Pet Adoption Fees for Empty the Shelters Weekend
Fairfax County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for all pets from September 25 to 27 through the BISSELL Pet Foundation, with a free Tysons Mixed Market dog event on September 24.
HealthSocial IssuesState GovernmentsGeneral Politics Fairfax County Animal ServicesEmpty the SheltersBISSELL Pet Foundationpet adoptionTysons Mixed MarketLorton CampusFriends of the Fairfax County Animal ShelterFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Marks Suicide Prevention Month, Awards Housing Scholarships
Fairfax County highlights Suicide Prevention Month resources including the 988 crisis hotline, and awards $5,000 scholarships to ten affordable housing residents for education and training.
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Fairfax County Deer Management Archery Program Begins, Runs Through February 2027
Fairfax County's Deer Management Archery Program is underway on more than 100 properties countywide, aiming to reduce the white-tailed deer population and related safety and health hazards.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsTransportationSocial IssuesEnvironment Fairfax CountyDeer Management Archery Programwhite-tailed deerDeer Management ProgramSupervisor BiermanHerndonMotorcycle SafetyFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Weekend: Culmore Community Day, Stuff the Bus Food Drive, Early Voting and Civil War History at Sully
Fairfax County's Sept. 18-20 weekend features Culmore Community Day, a countywide Stuff the Bus food drive, the start of early voting and Civil War history at Sully Historic Site.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation Fairfax CountyCulmore Community DayStuff the BusSully Historic Siteearly votingReston Multicultural FestivalHispanic Heritage MonthFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Stuff the Bus Food Drive Returns to Fairfax County Saturday
Fairfax County's Stuff the Bus food drive returns Saturday, Sept. 19, seeking nonperishables and gift cards for local food pantries after March's drive collected 11,428 pounds of food.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSocial IssuesReal EstateEducationState Governments Stuff the BusFairfax CountyFood DriveAffordable Rental HousingVolunteeringHispanic Heritage MonthData MachinesFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Early In-Person Voting for November Election Begins Friday, Sept. 18 in Fairfax County
Fairfax County opens three early voting sites Sept. 18 for the Nov. 3 General and Special Elections, with 13 more locations opening Oct. 22-31 and registration closing Oct. 23.
Politics and GovernmentElectionState GovernmentsSocial IssuesGeneral Weather Fairfax CountyEarly VotingGeneral and Special ElectionsVoter RegistrationPet PantryAnimal ServicesStormReadyFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Board Restores 11 High School Crossing Guard Positions in FY 2026 Carryover Package
Fairfax County supervisors approve funding to restore 11 crossing guard posts at 10 high schools, alongside carryover spending on pedestrian and bicycle improvements, parks, public safety vehicles and libraries.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEnvironment Fairfax County Board of Supervisorscrossing guardsFY 2026 Carryover PackageChairman McKayFather Engagement UnitVirginia Department of Social Servicespublic safetyFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Waives All Adoption Fees for Empty the Shelters Weekend
Fairfax County Animal Services joins the BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters event September 25-27, waiving all adoption fees, with offsite events and low-cost clinics also planned.
HealthSocial IssuesState Governments Fairfax County Animal ServicesEmpty the SheltersBISSELL Pet Foundationpet adoptionLorton CampusSteve-ovaccine and microchip clinicFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Marks 25 Years Since Sept. 11 Attacks With Remembrance Ceremony
Fairfax County leaders and public safety agencies honored those lost 25 years ago, remembering two county first responders who died from Sept. 11-related causes.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsLegalTransportationSocial Issues Fairfax CountySept. 11 Remembrance CeremonyGhazala HashmiJeffrey McKayDonald Gotthardt Jr.Michael TamillowPublic Safety HeadquartersFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Weekend: Virginia Native American Festival, 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Dog Daze
Fairfax County hosts a 9/11 remembrance ceremony, the Virginia Native American Festival at Riverbend Park and Dog Daze at The Water Mine among weekend events from Sept. 11 to 13.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentEducationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsMusicAstronomy and SpaceGeneral Weather Fairfax CountyVirginia Native American Festival9/11 Remembrance CeremonyDog DazeRiverbend ParkFarmers MarketsBug FestFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Car Tax Payments Due Oct. 5; New Self-Pay Kiosks Available
Fairfax County personal property taxes are due Oct. 5. Residents can pay online free with e-check, or use new self-pay kiosks at four locations accepting cash, check, credit and debit cards.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentSocial IssuesTransportation Fairfax Countypersonal property taxesself-pay kiosksFranconia-SpringfieldWorld Suicide Prevention Day988 Suicide and Crisis Lifelineolder adults workshopFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Prepares for 9/11 Remembrance, Seeks Input on Homelessness Strategy
Fairfax County will host a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on September 11. Concurrently, the Fairfax-Falls Church Continuum of Care is gathering public input on "The Way Home Fairfax," a strategic plan to prevent and end homelessness across the region from 2026…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesTransportationGeneral PoliticsEducation Fairfax County9/11 RemembranceHomelessnessPublic Safety HeadquartersThe Way Home FairfaxPublic InputStrategic PlanFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Gears Up for Month-Long Hispanic Heritage Celebrations
Fairfax County will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 with diverse cultural events. The county also announced Medicaid changes, emergency preparedness initiatives, and a new AI chatbot.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMedical ScienceArtificial Intelligence Fairfax CountyHispanic Heritage MonthCultural EventsMedicaidEmergency PreparednessAI ChatbotVolunteeringFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Observes Third Annual 988 Day, Promotes Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief
Fairfax County highlights its third annual 988 Day, promoting mental health awareness and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The county also announced Jason G. Pryor's promotion to Deputy Chief in the Fire and Rescue Department.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesState GovernmentsEducation 988 DaySuicide & Crisis LifelineMental HealthFairfax CountyJason G. PryorFire and Rescue DepartmentCommunity ServicesFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Sees Double Traffic Fatalities Amid Call for Safety and LPR Success
Fairfax County reports a doubling of traffic fatalities in 2026, prompting a call for increased public safety awareness. The FCPD highlights the success of Automated License Plate Readers (LPR) in crime prevention and apprehending wanted felons.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationTransportationComputers and InternetSocial IssuesState Governments Fairfax CountyTraffic SafetyFatal CrashesAutomated License Plate ReadersPedestrian SafetyCrime PreventionFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Police Issue Labor Day Weekend Safety Advisory
Fairfax County Police Department issues safety guidelines for the upcoming Labor Day weekend, emphasizing sober driving, traffic law adherence, and active marine patrols to ensure community safety as summer concludes.
Law EnforcementWeatherPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentGeneral WeatherEducationSocial IssuesState Governments Fairfax CountyLabor Day WeekendPolice DepartmentSafetyMarine PatrolDrone TechnologyBook Club ConferenceFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Unveils Diverse Weekend Activities for Early September 2026
Fairfax County offers a packed weekend from September 4-6, 2026, featuring farmers markets, line dancing, LEGO building, kayak tours, nature prowls, crafting, stargazing, and historical tours for all ages.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesEducationEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsAstronomy and Space Fairfax CountyEventsFarmers MarketsOutdoor ActivitiesLibrariesFamily FunSeptember 2026Fairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax Connector Launches TRIP100 for Free Bus Fares
Fairfax Connector introduces TRIP100, a new program offering a 100% fare discount on bus services for qualified residents. Supported by a state grant, it replaces the previous 50% discount program, enhancing transit accessibility for those meeting income or disability criteria.
Politics and GovernmentHealthSocial IssuesTransportationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationEconomyEnvironment Fairfax ConnectorTRIP100transitfare assistancepublic transportationFairfax CountyVirginiaFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Lost Cat Mike Rescued from Transfer Station, Reunited with Family
Mike, a lost cat, was safely rescued from the I-66 Transfer Station after an unexpected trip inside an old couch. County employees collaborated across agencies to ensure his safety and facilitate a heartwarming reunion with his family.
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Fairfax County Fire Marshal Reinforces Fire System Record Submission Rules
Fairfax County's Fire Marshal reminds property owners to upload mandatory fire protection system inspection, testing, and maintenance records to the PLUS portal to comply with state and county fire codes and avoid fees.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Fairfax CountyFire MarshalFire Protection SystemsInspectionMaintenanceVirginiaPLUS PortalFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Fairfax County Boosts Preparedness and Sustainability with New Initiatives
Fairfax County launches comprehensive initiatives for National Preparedness Month, including new hybrid-electric buses, environmental commission, and energy efficiency programs, while urging residents to prepare for emergencies and embrace sustainable living.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyWeatherEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyTransportationSocial Issues Fairfax CountyNational Preparedness MonthEnvironmental InitiativesEnergy EfficiencySustainable TransportationClimate ResilienceWaste ReductionFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Offers Free EnChroma Glasses for Color Vision Deficiencies
Fairfax County's Ellanor C. Lawrence Park now provides free EnChroma glasses, enhancing accessibility for visitors with color vision deficiencies. This initiative allows more people to experience the park's natural beauty.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsSocial IssuesMedical ScienceEducation Ellanor C. Lawrence ParkEnChroma glassescolor vision deficiencyFairfax CountyAccessibilityParks & RecreationInnovationFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA