Six Flags America Fright Fest Auditions

1,400 New Fairfax Jobs, Teen Assaulted, Orange Line Closing Info and Fall Sport Schedules

Top stories from our Patch sites in the Fairfax area.

Tax School Registration

Rep. Moran Supports U.S. Military Intervention in Syria

Moran said that the country will continue to use weapons of mass destruction unless the U.S. steps in.

18 Days of Summer: Time for Outdoor Exercise

When is the last day of summer? Not until you get some fitness without a gym.

New Police Statistics Show Decrease in Crime in West Springfield District

Robberies and speeding are two of the biggest issues in the district, which includes part of Burke.

Prostitution Bust, Burke Woman Assaulted, Parking Lot Scams

Here's a look back at the top five crime stories on Burke Patch in August.

Episode 3: Why Toxins Build Up in the Brain and Can We Prevent It?

Stop procrastinating, tune-up your IRA now!

History of Marijuana Law and Founding of NORML

What’s the Going Rate for a Child’s Haircut?

Haircuts are a rite of passage for many kids, but just how much will that trip to the salon or barber cost you?

Grief Share Support Group

Burke Readies for Rosh Hashanah 2013

The Jewish New Year 5774 begins Wednesday night.

Now Open! The Country Store @ Silverbrook!

Give with Target: Vote to Help Your Burke-Area School Win Supplies

You can vote online to get your school a share of up to $5 million in donations nationwide.

UK Petite Soccer

Your Public Library Books Being Trashed By Your Public Library

Virginia Business Education Association Recognizes Robinson Secondary Teacher

VBEA named Cara Lambert the 2013 Al Roane Middle School Business Teacher of the Year.

West Springfield District Station Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting, Students Head Back-to-School

Five things to know in Burke today.

Dispelling Duplicitous messaging

Deputies Shot, Police Boat Crash, Squawking Panda, Dog Mauling, WOW Houses and Weird, Weird, Weird News

News you may have missed over the long holiday weekend.

19 Days of Summer: Time for a Bike Ride Using Coolest Map Ever

When is the end of summer? Not until you use a map of Virginia bike trails.

Fairfax County Police Warn Residents About Recent Mail Thefts

Many of the thefts have been reported in the Franconia District, which covers parts of Springfield in the greater Burke-area.

Cat Show Volunteers Needed (Great service hours opportunity!)

Fairfax County Public Libraries Need YOUR Help !!

20 Days of Summer: Time for Labor Day Festivals

When is the end of summer? Not until you enjoy this last summer holiday.

Teen Death Investigated, Amazon News and Cutest, Saddest Picture Ever

Top news of the week from our Patches around Virginia and Washington.

HealthWorks Northern Virginia: How to Keep Your Kid Healthy This School Year

Fairfax County Police Offer Back-To-School Safety Reminders

There were 79 Fairfax County school bus crashes in 2012 and 43 crashes in 2013.

Episode 2: Dementia and the Toxins that Destroy Memory and Learning

Estate Sale!

PETITION : DEFEND FAIRFAX LIBRARIES

21 Days of Summer: Time for An Outdoor Movie

When is the end of summer? Not until after you meet the real athletes behind “Remember the Titans.”

NoVA Congressional Delegation to Weigh Syria Strike

President Obama on Saturday says United States should take action on Syria; will seek Congress' authorization for use of force.

Womb with Two Views: Ken Cuccinelli on Contraception

The GOP candidate denies accusations he’d limit contraception. What do you think?

Good Comp Bad Comp

Good Comp Bad Comp

Police: 16-Year-Old Attacked by Three Men in Springfield

The following items are from the recent daily activity reports from the West Springfield, Franconia, and Fair Oaks Police District Stations of the Fairfax County Police Department, which includes parts of Burke.

Distinctive Religious Exploration for Children and Youth

Distinctive Religious Exploration for Children and Youth