Man arrested in Lowe’s Island abduction attempt; held on immigration detainer
Detectives have arrested a 34-year-old man in connection with a July 15 attempted abduction along a walking trail in Lowes Island.
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Wednesday, July 22
Prince William Supervisors Shoot Down Two Proposed Lines for Nokesville to Bristow Transmission Project
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution effectively eliminating the “blue” and “light blue” routes for Dominion Energy’s pending …
QTS Data Centers to be title partner of future Northern Virginia Science Center in Loudoun
The Northern Virginia Science Center Foundation announced on Tuesday QTS Data Centers as a title partner of the future Northern Virginia Science Center in Loudoun County, bolstered by a $1 million gift to the Launch the Future Campaign.
Tuesday, July 21
Warner, Subramanayam talk issues from Rappahannock’s courthouse to Iran
Democratic lawmakers U.S. Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Suhas Subramanyam discussed issues as local as the Rappahannock County courthouse construction project and as global as the Iran War Saturday during a campaign stop from Big Washington to…
Ornery Beer Company to close Fairfax City pub, keep Herndon location
Ornery Beer Company is downsizing, sacrificing its Fairfax city restaurant to focus on ensuring the future of its other locations.
Monday, July 20
Alexandria man faces nearly 200 charges in spree of thefts from gym parking lots
An Alexandria man faces nearly 200 criminal charges after a months-long investigation into a series of larcenies from vehicles parked at fitness centers across Fairfax County and neighboring jurisdictions.
Flashback Monday: Reston Design, By The Book
V. v. exciting news for lovers of antique design trends, like "books." Our favorite correspondent: The Peasant From Less Sought After South Reston, discovered that a 1960s-era book on home decorating included an entire section on…
Fairfax County to start rounding cash totals after Mint stops penny production
Fairfax County leaders last week approved a plan to round cash transaction totals up or down to the nearest nickel, a step that comes in response to the lack of new penny coins being produced.
Sunday, July 19
Justice department confirms federal election monitors for Fairfax, Prince William
Federal election monitors for Fairfax and Prince William counties in Virginia's Aug. 4 primaries were confirmed Monday by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Saturday, July 18
Fauquier church rector resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behavior
Jonathan Adams, rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Upperville, is resigning amid allegations of inappropriate behavior with minors.
Friday, July 17
Thursday, July 16
Victim 'courageously' fights attacker in attempted Loudoun abduction
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted abduction Wednesday evening along a walking trail in Lowes Island.
$1 million appropriated for new Washington & Old Dominion Trail Visitor’s Center in Vienna
State and local officials are planning a visitor's center in Vienna along the historic Washington & Old Dominion Trail.
Fairfax County fee relief to Burke area residents impacted by microburst
Fairfax County supervisors have taken a step to ease the burden of Burke-area families impacted by last month’s microburst.
Wednesday, July 15
Reston's Oldest House Isn't in Great Shape, and Neither Are Its Neighbors (Updated)
Sad news. Reston's oldest house -- and the namesake for the nascent community that predated Bob Simon's exurban pipedream -- was walloped by last week's wild storms. Check out the damage to the Robert Wiehle House, posted to the Reston…
Sen. Russet Perry named Legislator of the Year from Virginia Wineries Association
The Virginia Wineries Association this week honored Sen. Russet Perry with its 2026 Legislator of the Year Award, recognizing her for her “leadership and legislative advocacy” on behalf of the state’s wine industry.
Tuesday, July 14
New President of Herndon Reston Rotary
New President of Herndon Reston Rotary
Vehicle Fire in Lorton
Fire, burn injuries, related to stabbing, according to police.
White Oak Elementary ‘Rocks’ Their Spirit
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Democrats challenge Beyer in Virginia's 8th Congressional District
Everyone in Northern Virginia knows someone who was “DOGEd,” either laid off or otherwise impacted by sweeping cuts initiated through President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.
Fairfax County’s Heat Plan Shifts into High Gear
The heat spell in early July had air conditioners humming everywhere.
Fairfax County’s Heat Plan Shifts into High Gear
The heat spell in early July had air conditioners humming everywhere.
Fairfax County’s Heat Plan Shifts into High Gear
The heat spell in early July had air conditioners humming everywhere.
Fairfax County’s Heat Plan Shifts into High Gear
The heat spell in early July had air conditioners humming everywhere.