Fairfax County Supervisors Approve Budget Plan, Fairfax RISE
Highlights of May 12 Board of Supervisors meeting.
Some of the first words Chairman Jeffrey C. McKay Fairfax County Board of Supervisors said at the May 12 Board of Supervisors meeting were for county families; in particular, those who lost loved ones or had family members hospitalized with the coronavirus. "If we could keep them and their entire families in our thoughts and prayers," McKay said. "As a reminder, our County flag continues to fly at half-staff, throughout the County at our facilities, in honor of the residents who sadly died as a result of COVID-19 and in recognition of our many essential workers who are responding to the pandemic," he said.
A Click Worth $40K for South Lakes High School Senior
Awarded ‘Opportunity Scholarship’ in monthly drawing.
One little click set Imani Irons of Herndon and senior at South Lakes High School in Reston on a path that eventually led her to be among 25 students who, after completing six key college planning steps, each at valued dollars, the College Board awarded $40,000 in its chance Opportunity Scholarships Program.
Remediate, Demo then Build in Herndon
Comstock edges toward redevelopment of Historic Herndon.
Comstock Herndon Venture LC has yet to ink its purchase of 4.675 acres of town-owned land in the Herndon Historic District after it and the Town signed a Comprehensive Agreement approximately two and a half years ago for the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project, a partnership between the Town and Comstock Herndon Venture LC.
Hunkered Down to Opening Up in Virginia
Northern Virginia leaders urge regional approach to reopening state.
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Northern Virginia Reopening Should Occur When Metrics Met
Regional mayors and chairs send letter to Gov. Northam.
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Col. ‘Bob’ Honored in Herndon on 100th Birthday
Drive-by birthday parade for centenarian, retired fighter pilot Col. Robert A. Shawn.
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Mourning the Passing of Darryl “Smitty” C. Smith, Sr.
Herndon and Purcellville Police Departments say goodbye to the man with a big heart.
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Covering Fairfax County Concerns
Twitter Q & A with Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.
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Herndon Sci-Fi and Fantasy Author Wins International Contest
It's 'The Voice' for amateur writers.
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Tapping Into Kindness in Herndon and Reston
SLHS PTSA Food Pantry distributes to its students and their families.
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Revised Fairfax County Budget Reflects Pandemic Realities
County's updated budget proposal strikes millions in planned disbursements.
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Fairfax County Schools Pivot to Distance Learning
Students, parents, teachers, administrators, school board members reflect on new realities.
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Mobilizing Differently for Food for Neighbors in Herndon
Fill a Virtual Red Bag, it transforms to real food.
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Coalition to Fairfax County: Reduce Number of Inmates
County responds to NOVA Equity Agenda Coalition initiative.
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Amazon Gives $1 Million Locally to Fight the Impact of COVID-19
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Awards Block Grants.
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Helping as Many as They Can in Herndon
Food for Neighbors revamps to offer drive-thru and walk-up distribution.
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Arts Herndon Calls for Rainbows of Hope During Pandemic
A sidewalk in the U.K. with a child's chalk drawing is the inspiration.
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Under the Shadow of COVID-19
Hospital, ministry, charity, and funeral home respond to the new reality.
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Global to Local: Coronavirus Defines Us
Week Two 03/15-03/21– feeding children is priority for FCPS.
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Opinion: Commentary: ‘Our Priority Is to Save Lives’
Governor Northam orders statewide closure of certain non-essential businesses: all public and private schools K-12 closed for the rest of the academic year.
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Small Acts of Kindness in Herndon: Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Five individuals receive Town of Herndon Good Neighbor Award.
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Fairfax County Supervisors Approve Issuance of Declaration of Emergency
Resolution empowers County Executive to make decisions.
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Reston Hospital Center Designated Level II Trauma Center
Crashes to gunshot wounds: Trained staff and equipment have you covered 24/7.
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2020 Hunter Mill District Paving and Restriping
Pedestrians, cyclists, drivers voice concern over road conditions.
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Saying Goodbye to Herndon High Gym
Hornets’ Sports Boosters held a Goodbye Gym Party Saturday, March 7.
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Celebrating Women’s History Month 2020 in Fairfax County
Fairfax County Commission for Women honors “Valiant Women of the Vote.”
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“Invest in Fairfax,” Says Grassroots Coalition
Reaction to County Executive’s FY21 Advertised Budget
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Fairfax County Launches JET Task Force
Joint Environmental Task Force addressing climate change and environmental sustainability.
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No Grad Left Behind in Herndon
Parents raise $7,500 at Casino Night and Silent Auction Fundraiser for HHS Class of 2020 grad celebration.
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Tremendous Needs Still Not Funded in Fairfax County
School Board adopts $3.2 billion budget seeking $172.2 million increase.
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Focus on Social Justice at First Baptist Church of Vienna
Church hosts its fourth annual Justice and Legislative Sunday.
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