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Fairfax County prepares to shut down largest homeless encampment
Fairfax County is preparing to clear out one of its largest homeless encampments in a wooded area near the Inova Emergency Room in Reston. The homeless encampment, informally known as “The Hill,” has occupied the area for almost a decade and, in March, was a shelter for around 50 individuals, according to the Fairfax County Office to Prevent and End Homelessness. As of Aug. 27, 13 tents and 17 people lived at the encampment; many former residents now utilize a county-run shelter.
Judge advances court date for husband of missing Manassas Park mother
MANASSAS PARK, Va. (DC News Now) — The husband of the missing Manassas Park mother, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, is back in court for a motion hearing. The judge accepted the motion from her husband Naresh Bhatt to waive his preliminary hearing and advance his court date. Mamta has been missing for more than a month […]
Maryland doctor gives tips on how to prevent mosquito bites
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — If you’ve spent any time outdoors this summer you’ve likely been bitten by mosquitoes. Dr. Yolandra Hancock, a Prince George’s County pediatrician, said there are different types of bites. She said she classifies them into two categories: painful bug bites and itchy bug bites. Hancock sites painful bug bites usually from […]
DMV to offer services at new Tysons office, starting next week
Fairfax County drivers will soon have a new site they can visit for vehicle-related services, including registration and license plate changes. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles will provide DMV Select services out of AAA Tysons Corner’s office in the Centennial Plaza Business Park, starting the Tuesday (Sept. 3) after Labor Day weekend.
Trayon White thanks community for support in social media post
WASHINGTON — Speaking for the first time since his arrest earlier this month, D.C.'s Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White took to Instagram Thursday. In a short video shot inside a Turning Natural Juice Bar, White thanked his follows for supporting him. "I appreciate all the love, praise and support...
Fishers mom charged with storming US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021
WASHINGTON D.C., DC — A mom from Fishers, Indiana has been charged for allegedly taking part in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds. Disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds. Disorderly conduct...
Defenders of America's Airfield: The Elite Guards keeping Joint Base Andrews secure
Joint Base Andrews, commonly known as “America’s Airfield,” is the home of Air Force One, making it one of the U.S. Air Force’s highest visibility bases. The reestablished 316th Security Forces Squadron Elite Guard Section has the duty of protecting the installation as well as the thousands of men and women who visit, work, and live there everyday. The 316th SFS EGS was reestablished on June 1, 2024. Their duties and responsibilities include verifying proper identification credentials, enforcing the law, and ensuring the safety of...
How Fairfax County’s public schools’ leadership hides poor-performing students
Fairfax County’s public school leadership is using “equal outcomes” and “equity” measures to hide low performance among its students, particularly the students who are learning English. As a result of the Biden administration’s porous southern border policy, coupled with Fairfax County’s sanctuary policy that passed in January 2021, our local school district is flooded with […]
“government informed me that they aren’t responsible for repairs because those bricks were not put there by the city”
Without warning, DDOT removed a dying tree from our tree box and in the process destroyed the brickwork that bordered the tree box area. This brickwork design is used for all the tree boxes along the 1000 k st ne block. A previous resident paid for all these designs. Speaking...
Gwen Walz at first campaign event in Virginia: 'Mr. Vance, how about you mind your own business'
MANASSAS, Va. — Gwen Walz may be new to the national political scene, but in her first event she headlined since her husband was selected as the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, the former educator wasn’t afraid to speak up against their Republican rivals. Gwen Walz appeared before elected officials...
Alexandria City Council Seeks Public Comment Regarding Airbnb Regulations
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The City of Alexandria has completed an evaluation on the affect of short-term residential rentals (aka Airbnbs). The study focused on five areas: Number of Units, Property Value Impacts, Tax Revenue, Complaints, and Benefits. Interestingly, it found there would be minimal impact on current property values because of the low number of current short-term rentals. Yet, the Department of Planning and Zoning, which conducted the study, advised continued monitoring. The study also pointed out that in Fiscal Year 2023, the city generated $3.5 milion in tax revenue, more than the state, which collected $100,000 less.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser tests positive for COVID-19
WASHINGTON - Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser has tested positive for COVID-19. Bowser made the announcement Thursday morning on X after testing positive the day before. "Yesterday, I tested positive for COVID-19," she wrote. "I'm disappointed to not be able to celebrate the first day of Pre-K with our littlest learners. I will continue to follow public health guidelines."
Alexandria opens new public aquatics facility inside Minnie Howard campus
Alexandria’s brand-new, year-round indoor pool in the new Minnie Howard Campus (2795 West Braddock Road) is now open to the public. The new facility features a 25-meter competition pool, diving boards, a training pool and more. According to a release:. The City of Alexandria’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities...
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