Good morning Chantilly! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: Free High Holidays Service: Erev Rosh Hashanah and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Fairfax County Deer Management Archery Program Begins Saturday, September 12, 2026 (fcpdnews.org) — Fairfax County's Deer Management Archery Program starts this Saturday and runs through mid-February, with hunting in parks and other sites across the county, including areas near Chantilly. Officials stress the program's strong safety record and note that Chronic Wasting Disease was recently confirmed in a deer harvested on private land in Chantilly, underscoring ongoing monitoring and public health concerns.
2. Ex-MML Rep Convicted On Wire Fraud, Bankruptcy Fraud Charges In $2.5 Million Scheme (fa-mag.com) — A Chantilly resident, former MML Investment Services broker Jihoon Park, has been convicted in federal court of wire fraud and bankruptcy fraud tied to a $2.5 million scheme involving investors from the Korean-American community. Prosecutors say he diverted client funds through personal and crypto accounts, including toward a $1.235 million Chantilly home, and then hid assets during bankruptcy; sentencing is set for December.
3. FCPS Student Killed In Fairfax City Crash As Reid Issues Safety Plea (patch.com) — Fairfax County officials are restoring crossing guards and police officers at several high school locations, including Chantilly High, after a tragic crash killed a 13-year-old FCPS student in Fairfax City and two other students were struck the same day. Families are being urged to slow down, stay alert, and take extra care around school routes, crosswalks, and bus stops to protect students.
4. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy to Receive NBAA's Top Aviation Honor at 2026 Las Vegas Convention (travelprnews.com) — Residents may be interested to know that Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, whose philanthropy created the Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, will receive the National Business Aviation Association's top honor this October. The recognition highlights his role in reshaping aircraft leasing and supporting public access to aviation history, including the museum facility many local families regularly visit near Dulles.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Chantilly PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Ok Chantilly! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Chantilly Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.