First Hike Fairfax Photo Contest Winners Announced By Park Authority

More than 350 contestants participated in the Fairfax County Park Authority’s 2024 First Hike Fairfax photo contest.

First Hike Fairfax County Photo Contest Returns For 2024

The Fairfax County Park Authority is inviting residents to participate in its First Hike Fairfax 2024 Photo Contest on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.

Beaver Boogie 5K To Raise Money For Friends Of Lake Accotink Park

The Friends of Lake Accotink Park is holding the inaugural Beaver Boogie 5K Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m.

Extreme Heat Precautions for Families Facing Dementia

As the temperatures rise across the country, extreme heat can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer's

Bike To Work Day 2023 Includes Burke Stop

The Bike to Work Day event on May 19 will encourage commuters to ditch their cars and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.

Updated COVID Vaccine Available As Booster For Children: Fairfax Co.

The updated COVID-19 vaccine is now available as a booster dose for children between the ages of 6 months and 4 years, Fairfax County said.

2nd Annual Fire Drill 5K Coming To Burke Lake Park In May

Registration is now open for the Burke Volunteer Fire Rescue Department's the 2nd Annual Fire Drill 5K/1M at Burke Lake Park on May 6.

New American Family Care Clinic Opening In Burke In January

American Family Care is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 12, 2023, for the opening of its newest clinic on Old Keene Road in Burke.

Updated COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Available At Burke Area Giant Food

The updated COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccine is now available at Giant Food pharmacies in the Burke area, along with the seasonal flu shot.

Polio Resurfaces: What VA Needs To Know, Vaccinations Town By Town

In Virginia, about 94.1 percent of kindergarteners in the 2020-21 school year were vaccinated against polio.

Burke Fire Department Hosts Fire Drill 5K At Burke Lake Park

Burke Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department is hosting the first ever Fire Drill 5K/1M on Sunday, May 1 at Burke Lake Park.

Daily Cases Of COVID-19 Triple Over Past Month In Fairfax County

Fifteen new outbreaks have been reported in the Fairfax Health District in the past week, with 12 occurring in schools and daycare centers.

Second COVID-19 Booster Offered At Burke Area Giant Pharmacies

A second booster of the COVID-19 vaccine can be given to eligible groups four months after the first booster

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Burke Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Fairfax County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Burke Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fairfax County and across VA.

Hospital Capacity In Burke Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fairfax County.

How Close Are Burke Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fairfax County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Burke Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fairfax County and across VA.

How Close Are Burke Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Fairfax County.

Hospital Capacity In Burke Area: See The Latest

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fairfax County and across VA.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them Around Burke

Boosters available in Burke help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

Hospital Capacity In Burke Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Fairfax County.

COVID Boosters Offered To 16, 17-Year-Olds In Fairfax County

Teens aged 16 and 17 have become eligible for Pfizer boosters in addition to adults, per Virginia Department of Health guidance.

Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Phase Out Sought In Fairfax Facilities

A joint measure passed by the Board of Supervisors cites the noise and pollution created by gas-powered leaf blowers.

Fairfax County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Fairfax County compares to the U.S.

Pfizer Booster Vaccine Doses Offered In Fairfax Health District

Eligible people who received the Pfizer vaccine can get a third dose from the Fairfax County Health Department and other providers.

Burke, Springfield Runners Join 125th Boston Marathon

Runners representing Burke and Springfield will compete in the first Boston Marathon since 2019.

Third Vaccine Doses Offered To Immunocompromised In Fairfax

The Fairfax County Health Department is offering third doses of the Pfizer vaccine to people with compromised immune systems.

Mask Mandate To Return At Fairfax County Government Facilities

Masks will be required after Fairfax County moved from moderate to substantial community transmission of COVID-19 this week.

Hospital Capacity In Burke Area: Update

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fairfax County and across VA.

Vaccinations Recommended Before Fairfax School Year For 12 And Up

The Fairfax County Health Department encourages the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine be scheduled by July 19 for ages 12 and up.

2 Burke Residents Join 2021 Pan-Mass Challenge

Riders will venture across Massachusetts in a 211-mile bike-a-thon to raise money for cancer research and care.

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Planned For 3 Days In Burke

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be provided at the clinic. Walk-ins and appointments are available.

How To Get Vaccine Around Burke: Availability For Week Of May 2

Appointments are available as Northern Virginia health districts launch a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated.

Fairfax County Coronavirus Vaccinations, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the Burke area compares to Virginia and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Burke Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fairfax County and across VA.

Fairfax County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the Burke area compares to Virginia for coronavirus vaccinations.

Fairfax To Start Phase 1C Vaccine Registration Next Week

The Fairfax County Health Department expects to open registration to phase 1c next week and start phase 2 by the governor's deadline.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Burke Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how Virginia is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Vaccine Update: Guide To Getting COVID-19 Vaccine In Burke

Fairfax opened registration to two more essential worker groups, and regional leaders are pushing for more doses from the state.

Select A Plan With Whole-Health Benefits This Enrollment Period

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans offer benefits to support whole health, from nutritional support to home helpers.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.