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Korean United Methodist Church of Koinonia Hosts Bazaar on October 18

Fairfax City residents looking for a taste of authentic Korean culture, delicious food, and family fun will have the perfect opportunity on Saturday, October 18, 2025, when the Korean United Methodist Church of Koinonia holds its first-ever Church Bazaar at its new Fairfax location from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m - 12401 Alder Woods Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033

Virginia Governor’s Race | Debate 2025

Voters across Virginia will get their only chance to see the two major candidates for governor share a stage this week when Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears meet for a live, televised debate on Wednesday, October 9, at Norfolk State University. The hour-long debate, hosted by WAVY-TV 10 in partnership with WRIC-TV 8 and other Nexstar Media Group stations, is expected to reach more than four million viewers statewide. Moderators Tom Schaad of WAVY and Deanna Allbrittin of WRIC will lead the discussion, focusing on issues facing Virginia families, education, the economy, and public safety.

Council Misled on George Snyder Trail Cancellation Payback Terms

A vote to build the George Snyder Trail (GST) was pushed through last June despite significant community and Council opposition.  Whatever your position on the project, you may be interested to learn that the June vote was based on misinformation. Council had been told by the acting city manager and his staff, in no uncertain terms, that the City would have to pay back $3.7 million if the project was canceled. This is simply not true. 

Public Hearing on Willard Sherwood Sept 30th – Op-Ed by Katy Johnson (Fairfax City Resident)

Public Hearing on Willard Sherwood Sept 30th.   City of Fairfax needs to live within its means.  The Willard Sherwood will cause 20 years of big debt! This single project will add at least $8.1M to our operating budget over the next two decades. Each penny on the tax rate generates about $835,000 – this is a 9.7-cent increase for the Willard Sherwood.  Our portion for the base building alone is right around $52M, plus an additional $3M for underground parking for a grand total of: $54,930,000.  There is also an additional $4M Performing Arts Option.

Forest Bathing: Rediscovering Nature’s Quiet Healing

In an age marked by relentless stress and daily digital bombardment, the practice of forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, emerges as a vital counterbalance. Originating...

Fairfax Cities Proposal to Increase Meals Tax – Op-ed by Bill Hamrock

This proposal will significantly hurt restaurants in Fairfax City. From my restaurant point of view customers will see this as a 12% tax. Currently Meals...

Your Actions, Our Climate: Fairfax Needs You Now (op-ed by John Morrill, Director, Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination (OEEC))

2024 was the hottest year ever recorded in Fairfax County. Extreme weather and high energy bills are hitting many households hard. From prolonged heatwaves...

What is Earth Day? Our Power, Our Planet

Every year on April 22nd, Earth Day is celebrated with the kickoff of thousands of green programs, activities, and community events around the globe. 

Easter: Gratitude, Reflection & Remembrance

Easter is an annual Christian celebration that takes place on the first Sunday after the Paschal full moon (the first full moon following the vernal equinox). It commemorates the resurrection of religious figure Jesus Christ. After the solemn observance of events in Christ’s life during the majority of the Holy Week, joy and celebration culminate on its final day, Easter Sunday.  Every year, millions of Christians celebrate with feasts, communion with friends and family, and their own unique traditions.

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