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How a cow burned down the Fairfax County Jail

In the early morning hours of Wednesday, December 12, 1883, Richard “Dick” Lane and John Wheeler, entered "Strawberry Vale", the 144-acre farm of James N. Walton near Peach Grove (now Tyson’s Corner) Fairfax County, Virginia. Strawberry Vale was located on the south side of Chain Bridge Road (Rt. 123) at the interchange of present-day Interstate 495.

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Inauguration of the 75th Governor

Saturday, January 17, 2026 - The Inauguration of the 75th Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia

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Fairfax Federation Crisis Escalates Amid Conflicting Claims of Authority, Discrimination, and Bylaw Compliance

A leadership dispute within the Fairfax County Federation of Citizens Associations (“Federation”) has escalated into a significant governance controversy, marked by contested board actions, emergency special meetings, disputed communications, and sharply conflicting accounts regarding the legality and legitimacy of the removal of the Federation’s President.

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Our Libraries Need Our Voices and Support

One-time infusions of money are no longer sufficient. To bring FCPL’s collection budget in line with comparable library systems, FCPL is requesting an increase of $8–$11 million over the next five years to permanently raise the base budget. This investment would benefit students, job seekers, families, seniors, and lifelong learners throughout Fairfax County.

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WorldPride DC Hosts Music Festivals, Sports Championships, and Art Exhibits

WorldPride 2025 comes to Washington, D.C., in celebration of its 50th anniversary between May 17 and June 8. Locals seeking exciting weekend activities can attend vibrant marquee events including electrifying music festivals, empowering marches, lively street parties, and cultural showcases.

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Youth Percussion Ensemble to Present Electrifying Spring Concert Featuring Guest Star

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, the rhythm of the city will come alive as the Vienna Jammers presents its annual Big Jam, a dynamic evening of music featuring young percussionists from across the region—and a special performance by internationally acclaimed trumpeter and composer Etienne Charles.

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Discover Peak Shenandoah

The Peak Shenandoah Wine Region is a collaboration of Virginia wineries, located between Delaplane and Strasburg, and comprised of superior viticultural sites, with higher elevation plantings on mountain geological soils.

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