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Homeschool Adventures: Explore, Learn and Thrive in the Park!
Are you seeking engaging and educational experiences for your homeschooler? The Fairfax County Park Authority offers a diverse range of homeschool programs designed to enrich your child’s learning journey. These programs provide hands-on experiences in an outdoor environment that inspire curiosity and foster a love for learning. With opportunities located at numerous parks throughout the park system, there's something for every homeschooler who enjoys being outdoors and exploring nature.
Firefighters extinguish townhouse blaze in Springfield; no injuries reported
SPRINGFIELD, Va. - Firefighters extinguished a townhouse fire late Wednesday night in Fairfax County. The fire was reported in the 7200 block of Jillspring Court. No injuries were reported. Crews from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue arrived to find flames and smoke emanating from the rear of the home. ◀︎...
UPDATED: Chantilly man arrested in fatal shooting at Gold’s Gym in Reston
A 43-year-old Chantilly man was arrested Tuesday night on a charge of murder after a brazen daytime shooting inside a Northern Virginia gym. Fairfax County police said Steve Taehee Ha was taken into custody less than eight hours after he shot and killed Hyung Joon Choi, 31, at the Gold’s Gym in the 11800 block of Sunrise Valley Drive in Reston just before 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
'Tour de VRE' to raise funds in fight against breast cancer
Virginia Railway Express (VRE) on Oct. 5 will host its fourth annual “Tour de VRE” bike ride in support of research in the battle of triple-negative breast cancer. The event is a 34-mile journey along VRE’s Manassas Line from Backlick Road Station in Fairfax County to Broad Run Station in Prince William County.
UPDATED: Police find no threat from ‘suspicious device’ near Innovation Metro station
Fairfax County police have determined there’s no threat posed by a “suspicious device” that was reportedly seen near the Innovation Center Metro station in the Herndon area. Officers were dispatched to the area around 10:34 a.m. after a caller reported “a strange package that looks like a...
Police: Bailey’s Crossroads daycare operator charged with assault
A woman who runs a home daycare in Bailey’s Crossroads is facing assault charges after allegedly restraining two children with tape. Police began investigating Sumy Shah, a 47-year-old Alexandria resident, on Aug. 1 after officers got a report of an assault in the 3600 block of Paul Street, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.
Man linked to multiple church burglaries in Fairfax County arrested
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A suspect linked to several church burglaries in Fairfax County was arrested, according to police. Police said on Aug. 5, a suspect entered a church on Little River Turnpike in Annandale and tried to steal property. An investigation into this incident led authorities to identify 56-year-old Steven Hilder as the suspect.
Morning Notes for August 21, 2024
Arrest Made in Reston Shooting — A suspect in yesterday’s fatal shooting at Gold’s Gym in Reston has been arrested and is now in custody, Fairfax County police announced last night. Charges are expected today. [FCPD/Twitter]. Army Horses Not Going to Live at Mason Neck — The...
Hiss & Make Up: Fairfax County Animal Shelter hosting free informational webinar for cat owners
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Animal Shelter presents Hiss & Make Up: Bringing the Love Back to Your Multi-Cat Household, a free live webinar for multi-cat households. “Do you have a multi-cat household that’s more chaos than calm? We’ve got you covered!” the shelter stated on Facebook. Attendees will receive […]
1 shot in Reston, Fairfax County police investigating
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said officers were investigating on Tuesday afternoon after a person was shot in Reston. In a post on X shortly after 1:30 p.m., FCPD said officers, K9 and a helicopter were on the scene of a person shot in the 11800 block […]
Man shot while working out at Gold's Gym, suspect arrested: Police
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Two men were working out inside a gym in Reston, Virginia when one of them shot the other to death Tuesday afternoon, according to the Fairfax County Police Department. Officers were called to the Gold's Gym on the 11800 block of Sunrise Valley Road...
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