Robeks Opens New Store In West Springfield's Cardinal Forest Plaza

Robeks has opened a new store in the Cardinal Forest Plaza in West Springfield, the juice and smoothie brand’s 10th location in Virginia.

Lake Accotink Task Force Created To Review Wetland, Hybrid Options

Fairfax County officials authorized the creation of a task force to look at converting Lake Accotink into a wetland or keeping it as a lake.

Burke Civil Air Patrol Participates In Memorial Day Observance

The Burke Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol participated in the Burke Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5412's Memorial Day observance.

Greenspring Residents Support Student Employees’ Educational Goals

The Greenspring Scholars’ Fund provides recipients with $10,000 to help offset academic tuition expenses.

Memorial Day 2023: What's Open, Closed Around Burke

As we remember U.S. military personnel on Memorial Day, various facilities and services will be closed or modified for the holiday.

Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Events In And Around Burke

The Memorial Day events in Burke are part of a lonf tradition that pays tribute to military personnel who lost their lives.

Join the Fun Fest at Eavesdrop Brewery, Sunday June 11th

Sam Hardman Real Estate Team Sponsoring Event to Benefit Assistance League

Assistance League Luncheon Featured Lively Author Discussion

Fundraiser Enjoyed by Attendees While Supporting Children's Programs

Driver Holding Phone Crashes Into School Bus In Springfield: Police

No children on the school bus were injured in the crash, which occurred on Inverchapel Road in the Springfield area, police said.

Fairfax Co. Police Conduct Traffic Campaign After Officer Close Call

Police issued hundreds of traffic summonses on the Fairfax County Parkway after an officer was almost killed by a teen driving 120 mph.

Lake Braddock Gets 13 Cappies Nominations For Bram Stoker's 'Dracula'

Lake Braddock scored 13 nominations for its production of "Dracula" in the D.C. area high school theater's version of the Tony Awards.

Design Your Dream Dwelling at Greenspring

Residents enjoy the freedom to personalize their apartment homes at the senior living community in Springfield, Virginia.

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.

Greenspring Named Among "Best of Virginia"

Erickson Senior Living-managed community in Fairfax has been voted among the Best of Virginia 2023 by readers of Virginia Living Magazine.

National Merit Scholarship Awarded To Lake Braddock Student

Winners of the National Merit Scholarship's $2,500 scholarship were chosen from finalists representing less than 1 percent of U.S. seniors.

Fairfax County Honors 'Trailblazing' West Springfield Girl Wrestlers

Fairfax County honored West Springfield High School's “trailblazing” girls wresting team as the sport keeps gaining popularity among girls.

Cappies Review: 'Something Rotten!' At West Springfield High School

A student reviews "Something Rotten!", which was performed by students at West Springfield High School on Friday, May 5.

Cappies Review: Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' At Lake Braddock Secondary

A student reviews Bram Stoker's "Dracula," which students performed at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke on Saturday, April 29.

Burke Mom Fights To Preserve Family's History, Support Seniors

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to shine a light on awesome moms in the Burke area. Meet Corazon Sandoval Foley of Burke.

VA Officer Narrowly Escapes As Car Slams Into Traffic Stop: WATCH

A Fairfax County police officer on a routine traffic stop was nearly struck and killed by a teenage driver traveling at over 120 mph.

Heartfelt Thanks For Food and Clothing Provided To Local Schools

Assistance League Receives Appreciative Words During National Volunteer Month

​Mother's Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Burke Area

Make your Mother's Day brunch reservations now at restaurants in and around Burke.

Cappies Review: 'Disney's Descendants' At Robinson Secondary School

A student reviews "Disney's Descendants: The Musical," which students performed at Robinson Secondary School on Friday.

Take A Test Drive of Life at Greenspring

Prospective residents can stay in an apartment suite on campus and experience life at the vibrant senior living community.

NoVA Real Estate Expert Offers Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Market

A NoVA real estate expert said there are some key things homeowners can do to give them the best chance of selling their homes quickly.

Braddock Bark Festival Returns To Lake Accotink Park In May

Braddock Bark is returning to Lake Accotink Park for a second year on May 21, letting the public enjoy fun activities with their dogs.

Traister Real Estate Experts Put Clients' Needs First & Love To Serve

Plus, Rob Traister tells Patch what the team is looking for in new agents.

Burke Farmers Market To Open For 2023 Season

The Burke Farmers Market is returning for the season on Saturday, April 22, along with other park authority-operated markets.

Blood Drive To Be Held At Burke Volunteer Fire Rescue Department

The Burke Volunteer Fire Rescue Department is teaming up with Inova Blood Donor Services to hold its next blood drive on Thursday, April 13.

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.

Libraries Hold 'Read and Feed' Drive To Address Hunger In Fairfax Co.

Fairfax County Public Library is holding its “Read and Feed” food drive in April, with customers asked to drop off food items at any branch.

Students Are Excited To Be Part of "Build A Child's Library" Event

Assistance League Provides Opportunity for Students to Choose Their Own Book

Astronaut Kjell Lindgren Returns To Robinson To Discuss Space Station

Kjell Lindgren, a Robinson Secondary School graduate, visited his alma mater to discuss his flights to the International Space Station.

Saundra Davis Launches Campaign For Seat On Fairfax Co. School Board

A celebration of Saundra Davis's candidacy for an at-large seat on the Fairfax County School Board attracted 200 people to Burke Lake Park.

Fairfax Station's Marian Homes Awarded $6K Grant From Land Title Group

The American Land Title Association Good Deeds Foundation awarded a $6,000 grant to Marian Homes, which provides affordable group housing.

GreenDrop Gets Ready To Open Kings Park Donation Drop-Off Center

GreenDrop is opening a new donation center on Thursday in the Kings Park Shopping Center, where the public can drop off lightly used items.

​ Greenspring's In-House TV Station Broadcasts Greatness

With a dedicated group of resident volunteers and 3 staff members, the station (GSV-TV) produces high-quality, informative tv programming.

Musicians, Singers Wanted At Fairfax County Farmers Markets In 2023

The Fairfax County Farmers Markets are inviting musicians to apply to perform at its 10 local farmers markets across the county in 2023.

Virginia Academy Girl's Basketball Team Supports Got Sneakers Campaign

Assistance League Appreciates the Team's Support in Collecting Sneakers

Lower Real Estate Tax Rate Expected In Fairfax County FY'24 Budget

Supervisor James Walkinshaw expects the board will vote to reduce the real estate tax rate in Fairfax County's fiscal year 2024 budget.