Where to Give for Local impact
There are literally thousands of ways to give locally. Here are a few ideas. Please let us know what we have missed and any corrections. Send corrections or updates to mkimm@connectionnewspapers.com with “Give Locally” in the subject line.
Switch to Battery Powered Leaf Blower (or a Rake)
In an effort to reduce the county's carbon footprint, the Park Authority and Department of Public Works and Environmental Services plan to set an example by cutting their use of gas-powered leaf blowers in half over the next year.
FCPD Searching for Stolen French Bulldog
Detectives from FCPD Criminal Investigation Division are seeking the community’s assistance to locate a stolen french bulldog.
Gum Springs 190 Founders Day Gala
Gum Springs Gala celebrates 190 years since community’s founding
Gum Springs
Board Resolutions Honor Residents
Resolutions
Lake Accotink Dredging: Still on Minds in Springfield
A colorful 2024 calendar’s mantra: “Loving Our Lake All Year Long ”
Lake Accotink 2024 Calendar available
Fairfax Funds Innovators
Fairfax Funds Innovators
How to Survive an Active Shooting
Roundups
Police Seeking Help Identifying Armed Robbers
Fairfax County police detectives are releasing two photos from a commercial robbery last Saturday, Nov. 18, in Chantilly and are asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the people responsible for this crime.
Clifton Holiday Homes Tour and Horse Parade
The festivities begin Saturday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m. with a colorful horse parade, followed by the Holiday Homes Tour from 4-7 p.m.
Capital Art & Craft Festival
The largest-ever Capital Art & Craft Festival returns to Northern Virginia Dec. 8-10, 2023 with more than 300 juried artisans taking over two Dulles Expo Center halls.
Reston Museum Puzzle Swap
On Dec. 2, visitors are encouraged to bring a puzzle and leave with a "new to you" puzzle.
Economics Deflate Imminent Hopes For Herndon’s Downtown
Project lingers in limbo, but new permits process will be ready.
Economics has always been at the core of the issues delaying the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project (2019) between the Town of Herndon and Comstock Herndon Venture LC, according to Bill Ashton, the town’s manager.