🌱 Fairfax Co. Board Of Supervisors Raises + Lorton Center Demolished

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🌱 South County High Celebrates Black History + Outstanding Fire Dept

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🌱 Lorton Man Fatally Shot In DC + Proposed Flat Rate Real Estate Tax

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Lorton Man Fatally Shot In Northeast DC: Police

A Lorton man was fatally shot Sunday night in an incident in Northeast D.C., according to D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department.

🌱 Army To House Horses In Lorton + Mt. Vernon Town Meeting Updates

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SoCo Colts Spring Sports Registration Open

A variety of youth sports are available to local kids through the South County Athletic Association

Potomac Music announces 2023–2024 Upbeat Scholarship

South Fairfax Chamber of Commerce member Potomac Music is offering a one-year music scholarship.

Patch Needs You Lorton! Become A Newsletter Curator

Are you proud of your community? Does sharing the inside scoop with others bring you satisfaction? Then apply to be a newsletter curator!

Gunston Area House Fire 'Sounded Like An Explosion': Fire Department

Three firefighters suffered minor injuries Sunday evening putting out a house fire in the Gunston area of Fairfax County, officials said.

VA Truck Driver Wins $50K Powerball Lottery Prize In Maryland

A Virginia truck driver won a $50,000 portion of the Powerball jackpot in Maryland, lottery officials said Tuesday.

Star Athlete: Lorton 8th Grader Shines On The Court, In The Community

We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Here's an 8th grader from Lorton, who is a star on and off the court.

Pedestrian Dies After Getting Hit By SUV On Lorton Street: Police

The driver of the SUV left the crash scene but returned later, “upon observing the damage to the vehicle,” Fairfax County Police said.

Malfunctioning Attic Fan Causes $71K In Fire Damage At Lorton Home

Shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, units arrived on the scene of a single-family home in Lorton with smoke coming from the roof.

Grand Opening Of Lorton Community Center, Library Attracts All Ages

Hundreds of people gathered in Lorton on Saturday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of a community center and remodeled library.

Lorton Businesses Invited to Connect

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Lorton Market To Celebrate Farmers Market Week

Lorton and other park authority-run farmers markets will participate in National Farmers Market Week​ from Aug. 7 to 13.

MD Man Dies From Injuries In Lorton Car Crash

A Maryland man died Saturday from injuries he received in a car crash that occurred around 5:15 a.m. on July 16 in Lorton, police said.

Police Investigate Armed Robbery Of Lorton Gas Station

Two men robbed a convenience store at a Shell gas station in Lorton last Wednesday night, according to the Fairfax County Police.

Pedestrian Dies After Getting Hit By Multiple Vehicles In Lorton: FCPD

A pedestrian died early Friday morning after getting hit by multiple vehicles on Route 1 near I-95 in Lorton, according to police.

Federal Agents Search Lorton Home Of Trump Justice Department Official

Federal agents conducted a search Wednesday morning of the Lorton home of Trump administration Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark.

Amazon Fresh Store, With 'Just Walk Out' Shopping, Coming To Lorton

Amazon Fresh will be opening a new location at 9409 Lorton Market Street in Lorton on June 23, offering customers Just Walk Out Shopping.

New Orthopedic Urgent Care Center Now Open In Lorton

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic opened a new orthopedic urgent care center at its Lorton location that provides care on weekends.

Fairfax County Crews Move Into New Lorton Fire Station

Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department​ crews on Wednesday moved into a new Lorton fire station with 23,000 square feet of space.

Lorton Man Gets 22-Year Prison Sentence In Woman's Fatal Overdose

A Lorton man was sentenced Tuesday to 22 years in prison for distributing fentanyl that resulted in the death of a 29-year-old woman.

Want A Gorgeous Garden? Here’s How Much Landscaping The Lorton Area Costs

This season, make your dreams of a freshly manicured lawn or a flower-filled yard a reality when you hire a top-rated landscaper.

Juveniles Arrested In Lorton On Stolen Car Charges: Police

Fairfax County Police arrested juveniles on charges of stealing a vehicle after stopping a car on Lorton Road at Interstate 95, police said.

Why Termite Inspections In The Lorton Area Are Worth Every Penny

An ounce of prevention can save you lots of money in the long run and keep your home safe from damage.

How Much Would A Good Home Cleaning Cost In The Lorton Area?

Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.

Forensic Company Behind ID Of 'Shopping Cart Killer' Victims To Expand

Bode Technology assisted Fairfax County Police in identifying victims of a suspected serial killer dubbed the "Shopping Cart Killer."

Taco Rock Signs Lease To Bring Popular Taqueria To Lorton

Taco Rock, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant​, will be opening a new location in Lorton, its fourth restaurant in Northern Virginia.

Body-Worn Camera Footage Of Shooting In Lorton Released By Police

The body-worn camera footage shows a Fairfax County officer shoot and wound a man who was holding a rifle after opening the door to his van.

George Mason University: New Web-Based App Maps Violence In Ukraine Based On In-Country News Sources

A new web-based app developed by a George Mason University professor visualizes near-real-time data collected from media sources on the ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Fairfax County School Board Statement On Decision To Appeal Ruling On Thomas Jefferson High School For Sc ...

The Fairfax County School Board today filed an appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, challenging the ruling of U ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: FCPS Students From Twelve High Schools Win Awards At Virginia DECA Conference, Earn A Trip To DECA Intern ...

A total of 153 students from 12 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools were recognized as competitive event winners at the Vi ...

George Mason University: A $1.57 Million Grant Funds Breakthrough Breast Cancer Prevention And Treatment Research

A $1.57 million grant from the Department of Army, U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, will help support a transformative a ...

FCFRD News Blog : I Checked My Smoke Alarm – Now What?

When you changed your clock this past weekend, you also checked your smoke alarms. Good job!

Fairfax County Public Schools: Ten FCPS Teachers Achieve Or Renew National Board Certification 

All activities scheduled in Fairfax County public schools or on school grounds for Saturday are canceled, including: Ten Fairfax County ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Six Schools Receive FCPS 2021 Best Of The Web Awards

All activities scheduled in Fairfax County public schools or on school grounds for Saturday are canceled, including: Fairfax County Publ ...

FCPD Daily News Blog : FCPD WEEKLY RECAPS FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 11

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FCFRD News Blog : When Checking Your Smoke Alarms This Weekend, Also Check The Date!

Beside moving your clock forward one hour Saturday night/Sunday morning, many of you are aware that you need to check your smoke alarms. ...