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Fairfax County Public Library launches online portal for historical photos

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Veterans Day to close Fairfax County government, but not schools

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Sabrina Bruce becomes first trans person elected in Fairfax County

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Woman Critically Injured In Seven Corners Pedestrian Crash: Fairfax Police

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Assistance available for small Fairfax County businesses impacted by drought

Monday, November 9

China Daily Global EditionNov 9

Shanghai Ballet brings tales of love to Virginia stage

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Fairfax City Weighs $155M Property Yard, Major Projects As FY28 Budget Planning Begins

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A Hidden Gem Tasting Menu Showcases a Beloved Chef’s Career in Fairfax

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Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed wife, self in their home: Police

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FCPD: Man charged with drunk driving after crashing into DWI officer’s cruiser

PatchNov 9

DWI Suspect Crashes Into Fairfax County Police Cruiser During I-95 Traffic Stop: Police

Northern Virginia MagazineNov 9

23 Veterans Day Deals and Discounts in Northern Virginia

Sunday, November 8

WJLANov 8

Missing Fairfax County woman reunited with family

Legacy | ObituaryNov 8

Bonnie Sokoloski Obituary (01/30/1941 - 10/20/2026) - Fairfax, VA - The Washington Post

Saturday, November 7

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Fairfax High School (VA) Football

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Robinson High School (Fairfax, VA) Football

Friday, November 6

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A New Source for News, Events, and More in Fairfax, VA

Fairfax County (.gov)Nov 6

Be Bear Aware – It’s the Season for Bear Sightings | News Center

Fairfax County (.gov)Nov 6

Help Control Spotted Lanternflies While They’re Still Small

Thursday, November 5

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Fairfax HomeSchool (VA) Girls Basketball

City of Fairfax, VA (.gov)Nov 5

Fairfax City Awards Grants to Human Services Nonprofits City of Fairfax, VA

Northern Virginia MagazineNov 5

Shop, Sip, and Celebrate at These 14 Northern Virginia Holiday Markets

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Nov 5

Fairfax County Parkway/Popes Head Road interchange nighttime closures in Fairfax Oct. 11-15 & 18-22

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Nov 5

Fairfax County Parkway northbound nighttime lane closures in Fairfax Station Oct. 23 & 30

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Nov 5

Fairfax County Parkway Northbound Single Lane Closure in Fairfax Station the Night of July 12

Legacy | ObituaryNov 5

Francis Bedford "Scott" Innis III Obituary (2026) - Alexandria, VA - Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home

Wednesday, November 4

FFXnowNov 4

Fairfax County election turnout exceeds last midterms, as Va. joins national Trump backlash

Northern Virginia MagazineNov 4

The 14 Best Weekend Events in Northern Virginia and DC for November 6–8

Monday, November 2

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Nov 2

Popes Head Road multi-day closure at Fairfax County Parkway begins May 27

Fairfax County (.gov)Nov 2

Fairfax County History Portal: Step Into History

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Nov 2

Route 29 nighttime lane closures in Fairfax May 11-14

Tuesday, October 27

Yahoo FinanceOct 27

Lincoln Avenue Communities and Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Celebrate Grand Opening of Affordable Housing Development in Fairfax, Virginia

Fairfax County (.gov)Oct 27

Jaberi appointed Health Department director

Friday, October 23

Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)Oct 23

Burke Centre Parkway westbound permanent access changes at Fairfax County Parkway begin Oct. 26

Thursday, October 22

FFXnowOct 22

Customizable furniture store opens first Virginia location in Fairfax Corner

Wednesday, October 21

FFXnowOct 21

Fairfax well-represented on 2026 list of 50 Best Restaurants in N. Va.

Fairfax County (.gov)Oct 21

Fairfax County Park Authority Releases Proposed 2027 Fee Schedule for Public Input

Friday, October 16

FFXnowOct 16

Half of N. Va.’s 10 best restaurants are in Fairfax, Northern Virginia Magazine says

PatchOct 16

New Furniture Store Opens In Fairfax, First Of Its Kind In Virginia

FFXnowOct 16

Fairfax County revs up pilot testing 20-mph speed limits on 10 roads

Thursday, October 15

USPSOct 15

USPS Hosts Job Fair in Fairfax on Oct. 21

Fairfax County (.gov)Oct 15

Fairfax County Introduces New Strategy for Traveling Safer: Reduced Speed Limits

Wednesday, October 14

PatchOct 14

Voter Guide For Fairfax County: What's On The Ballot, Early Voting & More

MaxPrepsOct 14

New School of Northern Virginia (Fairfax, VA) Volleyball

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