Controversial Trail Project To Be Reviewed By Fairfax City Council

Fairfax City Council will discuss next steps Tuesday for the George Snyder Trail Project, which was opposed over environmental concerns

City Of Fairfax: Old Town Brick Sidewalk Replacement Scheduled Jan. 5 – Feb. 2

Fairfax City is replacing the brick sidewalks on Route 123/Chain Bridge Road between Route 236/Main Street and North Street in Old Town.

New VA Laws For 2024: Cannabis Control, Hearing Aid Mandate, Pay Raise

Removing age restrictions for retired veterans and mandating hearing aid coverage for some are among the new laws now in effect in Virginia.

Chain Bridge Road Sidewalk, Bus Stop Improvements Open House, Jan. 17

Fairfax City proposes to construct a new sidewalk along the west side of Chain Bridge Road between Taba Cove and Warwick Avenue.

Backyard Chicken Coop Approved Unanimously By Fairfax City Council

Fairfax City Council approved an application submitted by a city resident seeking to install a chicken coop in her backyard.

Pipe Replacement On Chain Bridge Road In Fairfax To Begin

Fairfax City will replace about 25 feet of sewer pipe on Route 123/Chain Bridge Road at the intersection of Armstrong Street.

Campaign Donations Tally Ahead Of Nov. 7 Election: Salim Vs. Reid

Democrat Saddam Salim received more campaign contributions than his Republican opponent Ken Reid, according to the latest financial filings.

Campaign Finance Reform, Education Priorities For VA Del. David Bulova

Del. David Bulova (D-Fairfax) shared his legislative priorities during a candidates forum at George Mason University's Dewberry Hall.

First Capital Bikeshare Station In Fairfax City Installed Near Park

The first of 10 Capital Bikeshare stations in Fairfax City was installed Tuesday on Beech Drive near Draper Drive Park.

Environmentalists Oppose Latest Iteration Of George Snyder Trail Plan

Fairfax City Council will host a public hearing Tuesday on the long-planned George T. Snyder Trail Project.

Meet Your Candidates At Democracy On-Air Town Hall Oct. 24

Democracy onAir is hosting Meet Your Candidates from 4-8 p.m. Oct. 24 at Dewberry Hall and Lobby on the GMU campus in Fairfax.

Fairfax City Welcomes New Deputy City Manager Valmarie Turner

Valmarie H. Turner was recently selected to serve as the first City of Fairfax deputy city manager.

Meet Your Candidates At Democracy On-Air Town Hall Oct. 24

Democracy onAir is hosting Meet Your Candidates from 4-8 p.m. Oct. 24 at Dewberry Hall and Lobby on the George Mason University.

Dalia Palchik Out-Raises Brian Murphy In Providence BOS Race

Dalia Palchik and Brian Murphy are running for the Providence District seat on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

DMV Launches REAL ID, Driver's License Online Pre-Application

A new "start anywhere" service lets Virginians apply for REAL ID or a license at home and complete the process at a DMV office.

Fairfax City Council Seeks Zoning Update For Social Services Delivery

Proposed changes to the zoning ordinance will help ease the deliver social services to city residents in need of assistance.

Dalia Palchik Running For BOS In Providence District: Profile

Democrat Dalia Palchik is seeking reelection to the Providence District seat on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

Karl Frisch Out-Raises Tony Sabio In Providence School Board Race

Karl Frisch and Tony Sabio are on the Nov. 7 ballot running to represent the Providence District on the Fairfax County School Board.

Brian R. Murphy Running For BOS In Providence District: Profile

Republican Brian R. Murphy is running to represent the Providence District seat on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

Early Voting In Fairfax City Starts Friday, Continues Through Nov. 4

There will be a City General Election from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Early voting begins on Friday.

Almira Mohammed Running For House Of Delegates In 11th District

Almira Mohammed is on the Nov. 7 ballot in the new 11th District of the Virginia House of Delegates. She faces incumbent David Bulova.

Karl Frisch Running In Providence District School Board Race: Profile

Endorsed by Fairfax County Democratic Committee, incumbent Karl Frisch is on the Nov. 7 ballot in the Providence District School Board race.

Tony Sabio Running In Providence District School Board Race: Profile

Endorsed by Fairfax County Republicans, Tony Sabio is on the Nov. 7 ballot in the Providence District School Board race.

David Bulova Out-Raises Almira Mohammad In 11th District HOD Race

David Bulova and Almira Mohhamad are on the Nov. 7 ballot running to represent the 11th District in the Virginia House of Delegates.

Personal Property Tax Bills Mailed; Include Return Envelope With NY Address

Fairfax City 2023 personal property tax bills have been mailed with a return envelope that has a New York address.

Democrat Salim Out-Raises GOP Opponent Reid In Latest Campaign Filing

Saddam Salim and Ken Reid are on the Nov. 7 ballot running to represent the 37th District in the Virginia Senate.

David Bulova Running For House Of Delegates In 11th District: Profile

David Bulova is on the Nov. 7 ballot in the new 11th District of the Virginia House of Delegates. He faces GOP challenger Almira Mohammed.

Former Fairfax City Mayor Named To Chair Continuum Of Care Board

Fairfax Board of Supervisors voted to appoint former Fairfax City Mayor David Meyer to lead board charged with helping the unhoused.

Brush, Yard Debris, Yard Waste Collection Suspended Citywide Sept. 5-8

Curbside collection of brush and debris will be suspended for the rest of the week due to high temperatures.

Winter Quarter Limit Charged To July-Aug-Sept Wastewater Bill

Fairfax City wastewater customers are billed a winter quarter limit, which is based on winter quarter consumption.

Developer Seeks To Demolish Redwood Plaza, Build 268 Residential Units

Fairfax County is reviewing a rezoning application by Redwood Propco LLC to redevelop a Fairfax office park into residential housing.

DC Region Expected To Lose 8,000 Federal Jobs: Labor Department

With the U.S. government shedding 8,000 jobs in the coming months, the value of the federal workforce to the D.C. area remains unclear.

City Of Fairfax: Tree Trimming Along Blenheim Boulevard

On Aug. 9-10, Fairfax City will remove trees and underbrush along Blenheim Boulevard.

New $8.7M Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground In Fairfax County

Members of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors joined housing officials in breaking ground Thursday on the The Lodge at Autumn Willow.

City Centre West Project Approved By Fairfax City Council

Fairfax City Council voted 5-1 Tuesday to approve Ox Hill Companies' application for the City Centre West redevelopment project in old town.

Work Halted By Eggs In Hawk's Nest To Restart At Circle Woods Pond

With the nesting season over, the Circle Woods Pond project that was put on hold to protect a hawk's eggs will resume on July 10.

Plans To Build Concert Hall, Hotel In Old Town Filed With Fairfax City

Ox Hill Companies filed its application for The Ox Fairfax-Block A project that would build a concert hall and hotel in Old Town Fairfax.

City Of Fairfax Police Department Adds New Hybrid Vehicles To Fleet

The police department’s effort to transition to a green fleet is part of a larger City Council vision of environmental stewardship.

Salim Defeats Petersen In District 37 Senate Race: Unofficial Results

Here are the unofficial results from Tuesday's Democratic Party primary in the District 37 race for the Virginia Senate.

Salim Wins 37th District VA Senate Race; Petersen Concedes

The morning after Saddam Salim is declared the winner in the 37th District race. Sen. Chap Petersen concedes in a letter to his supporters.