Trick or Treat: Candy, Toys, Popcorn or Fruit? What’s in Your Halloween Bowl?

Candy is a standard, but not for everyone. What are you handing out on Halloween?

Butterball Turkey Hotline: Real Men Talk Turkey

Men can apply to be operators for the Butterball turkey talk hotline.

Redskins Defense, Walmart Offense, Moped Fatality, Petland Cited, Shooting Probe, Memorial Set and Chefs Over Chiefs

Plus, cashing out on NSF's move.

Moran: It's 'Reprehensible' Federal Employees Are Affected by Dysfunctional Congress

The congressman released an open letter to federal government employees on Thursday.

Open Houses in Lorton This Week

Looking for a new house in Lorton? Here are real estate listings for open houses in the area.

Showtimes: Carrie Remake, Paradise Opens in Theaters This Week

Want to go to the flicks?

Map: What Area Has the Most Teen Moms?

Newscruncher is an ongoing series that breaks down the characteristics of your town. The map below shows which areas nearby have higher rates of women giving birth in their teens.

Quilting Hobby Sews Up Some Loose Ends

Ann Fridman practices her passion while bringing important funds to the family coffers.

ENTERTAINMENT® Introduces 2014 Membership Book, Offers Consumers Savings at More Than 250,000 Locations Nationwide

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

A Social Hour with Ed Deitsch and special guest Senator George Barker

A Social Hour with Ed Deitsch and Senator George Barker 10/24 7pm

I-95 Mess, '19 Kids,' Murder Charge, Streetcar Talks, and GOP as 'Final Spasm of Still-Fresh Corpse'

Plus, some pretty dumb kids busted on video.

Drive Thru Flu Shots

Here Comes Winter: Temperatures Could Dip to the 30s (Yes, the 30s)

Get ready for a possible cold front next week.

Fairfax County Chair Bulova: 'Critical Assistance to Families in Need May Soon Run Out if Shutdown Continues'

WIC assistance to pregnant women and children could soon also be impacted.

'19 Kids and Counting' Virginia Style: Duggars in Fredericksburg for Cuccinelli, Jackson

"In order for women to succeed, they need to be safe and protected," a Family Research Council staff member told those gathered.

Open House

Weekend Planner: Zombie 5k, Fall Carnival, Arts Gala

See what events are happening this weekend in Fairfax County.

Just Listed: New Homes For Sale in Lorton This Week

Find real estate listings in Lorton on this page, from our partners at Zillow.

Marine Corps Marathon Jeopardized by Shutdown

The October 20 Army 10 Miler has been re-routed due to the government shutdown.

Your Pumpkin Photos: Scary, Amazing and Adorable

Map: What Part of Town Has the Fewest Landline Telephones?

Newscruncher is an ongoing series that breaks down the characteristics of your town. The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most homes without telephones.

Tractor-Trailer Accident on I-95 in the Dale City Area Snarled Traffic for Hours

Dean A. Brames was charged with reckless driving, police said.

There's an Apple for That: The Best Picks for Fall Recipes

Whether you're baking or bobbing, here's our guide to picking the perfect apple.

Big Bang Monument

Law Student Stabbing, Bank Robbery Bandit Arrest, Hillary Clinton Endorsement and Coyote Warning

Plus, man sentenced for head-butting police officer and teen accused of assault over Kindle.

WOW: $6.3 Million Home with Potomac Views

The home is on 11521 Potomac Road.

Goodbye and Thanks!

This is Lorton Patch editor James Cullum signing off.

AAUW of Fairfax City Book & Author Luncheon

Map: What Section of Town Has the Most Million-Dollar Homes?

Newscruncher is an ongoing series that breaks down the characteristics of your town. The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most homes valued at $1 million or more.

Former Fairfax County Schools Honor Student Killed

Friend charged in the death of Mark Edward Waugh.

Giant Fireball: What the (HECK) Was That?

Reports of fireball come in from DC and across the region.

Giant Fireball: What the (HECK) Was That?

Reports of sightings come in from Virginia, DC and around the region.

Last two days to register for Major Junior Golf Tournament at Laurel hill!

Fairfax Libraries' Future - Public Input Opportunities

Pipe Bomb Scare, Sanitary Leak, Pride Protest, Sneak Attack and Life Celebration for Death of Twins

Plus, 40-foot fall and avoiding Holmes Run, Cameron Run.

When Does Daylight Saving Time 2013 End?

Almost time for Daylight Saving Time 2013.

Who Let the Dogs In—At Work?

Dogs in the office can reduce stress and increase camaraderie.

Fairfax County Public Schools Teacher Named Virginia Teacher of the Year

Melissa Porfirio, a first-grade teacher at Crestwood Elementary School in Springfield, was selected for the award out of eight teachers in the state.