George Mason University: Honey Bees And Their Honey Could Be A Big Help In Solving Police Cases

An unlikely collaboration between George Mason University's Honey Bee Initiative and the new outdoor Forensic Science Research and Train ...

FCFRD News Blog : JANUARY 18: COVID-19 Update For Fairfax County Fire And Rescue Personnel

Every week the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) will be posting information regarding COVID-19 impacts to personnel. Th ...

FCPD Daily News Blog : Media Alert: Fairfax County And Prince George's County To Announce Charges In Cold Case Murders

Today, Chief Kevin Davis alongside Commonwealth's Attorney for Fairfax County Steve Descano, Prince George's County Police Chief Malik A ...

George Mason University: Update On Vaccines And Boosters

In observance of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's Executive Directive issued January 15 for managing responses to COVID-19, George Mason University ...

George Mason University: Around Mason: Week Of Jan. 18, 2022

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Fairfax County Public Schools: Reminder: FCPS Policy On Wearing Masks Has Not Changed

All activities scheduled in Fairfax County public schools or on school grounds for Sunday, January 16, 2022, AFTER 1 p.m., are canceled, ...

FCFRD News Blog : 2021 By The Numbers

It was a busy year for your Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) firefighters and paramedics! An increase of over 11,000 ca ...

FCPD Daily News Blog : FCPD WEEKLY RECAPS FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 14

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Tysons Corner-Area Unemployment Still Low: New Update

The Fairfax County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

George Mason University: Complete A Required COVID Test

All faculty and staff, vaccinated and unvaccinated, who do not have an approved fully remote work agreement on file with HR, are require ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Cooper Middle School Band Named Winner Of 2021 Sudler Cup By John Philip Sousa Foundation

The Cooper Middle School Band program has been selected by the John Philip Sousa Foundation to receive the 2021 Sudler Cup. This interna ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Superintendent Proposes Good News Budget That Delivers On Expectations Of Excellence For Public Education ...

Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Scott S. Brabrand has proposed a budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 inspired by the divisi ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Cooper Middle School Band Named Winner Of 2021 Sudler Cup By John Philip Sousa Foundation

The Cooper Middle School Band program has been selected by the John Philip Sousa Foundation to receive the 2021 Sudler Cup. This interna ...

FCFRD News Blog : Unattended Candle Cause Of McLean House Fire

On Saturday, January 8, at approximately 10:42 p.m., units from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and the Arlington County Fire ...

George Mason University: New State Financial Aid Available For Undocumented Mason Students And Prospective Students

George Mason University students and prospective students ineligible for federal aid, such as undocumented students or students with Def ...

Alzheimer’s Association To Host Film Screening

A short film screening followed by a virtual community discussion about dementia, resources, and caregiving through the power of music.

FCFRD News Blog : Close Before You Doze

There are a lot of reasons to close your door. We do it to stop the spread of smoke and fire. You can do it to save your life!

George Mason University: Mason Librarian Receives National I Love My Librarian Award

George Mason University history librarian and alum George D. Oberle, BA History '96, MA '99, PhD '16, is a winner of this year's I Love ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Annual Operational Back2Fairfax Seminar

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will host its Annual Operational Back2Fairfax Seminar virtual event on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, ...

Latest Hospital Capacity In Tysons Corner Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fairfax County.

FCFRD News Blog : Promotions

The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department is pleased to announce the following uniformed promotions.

FCFRD News Blog : First Fairfax County Chief Fire Marshal And Fire Administrator Passes Away

It is with great sadness that the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department announce the passing of retired Fire Administrator, and firs ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: See What Makes TJHSST One Of The Highest Rated High Schools In The Nation

This January, a bill(link is external) will be introduced into the Virginia General Assembly that directly challenges the changes made t ...

George Mason University: Around Mason: Week Of Jan. 11, 2022

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FCFRD News Blog : JANUARY 10: COVID-19 Update For Fairfax County Fire And Rescue Personnel

Every week the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) will be posting information regarding COVID-19 impacts to personnel. Th ...

FCFRD News Blog : Turning Up The Heat? Use Space Heaters Safely!

If you will be using space heaters today and over next few days to keep warm, please make sure you are doing so safely.

FCPD Daily News Blog : Chief Davis Announces Identity Of Victims From Alleged Shopping Cart Serial Killer

Watch last night's press conference here.

Fairfax County Public Schools: ESSER Public Hearing

The Fairfax County School Board will hear public comment on ESSER funding at a hearing scheduled for Thursday, February 10, 2022, beginn ...

FCPD Daily News Blog : FCPD WEEKLY RECAPS FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 7

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George Mason University: Meet Alan Byrd, Mason's Dean Of Admissions

Alan Byrd joined George Mason University as its dean of admissions in November 2020. Prior to Mason, Byrd served as the chief enrollment ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: School Bus Driver Job Fair!

FCPS schools and offices will be closed Friday, January 7, 2022 with no virtual learning. Your welcoming smile can make a difference in ...

FCFRD News Blog : Dress Appropriately For Cold Weather. Learn The Signs And Symptoms Of Hypothermia And Frostbite

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Alzheimer’s Association to host Northern Virginia Community Forum

Caregiver Compass: Navigating Alzheimer's, Dementia and Memory Loss on January 13

George Mason University: New Exhibit Highlights The Hidden Work Of African American Naturalists

George Mason University scholars from the John Mitchell, Jr. Program for History, Justice, and Race at the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Sch ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: How To Receive FCPS Messages In Your Own Language

Across Fairfax County, we continue to receive reports of roadways, sidewalks and pathways that remain unsafe for our students. Out of an ...

FCFRD News Blog : Centreville House Fire Displaces One

On Tuesday, January 4, at approximately 7:33 p.m., units from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and the Prince William County De ...

George Mason University: Construction Kick-Off On Arlington Campus The ‘Start Of Something Big'

The first steps of the construction project that will reshape and reimagine George Mason's Arlington Campus are scheduled to begin this ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: FCPS Announces Open Enrollment For Dual Language Immersion Programs

All Fairfax County public schools will be closed Wednesday, January 5, 2022. In-person and virtual learning are canceled. School offices ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: FY23 Budget Public Hearing

All Fairfax County public schools will be closed Wednesday, January 5, 2022. In-person and virtual learning are canceled. School offices ...

Latest Hospital Capacity In Tysons Corner Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Fairfax County.