Honoree Mary Petersen has been a cornerstone of The Lamb Center, playing a vital role in its evolution from a modest outreach initiative into a comprehensive support center for individuals experiencing homelessness.
The Lamb Center began in 1987 as a social outreach ministry of Truro Church, providing daytime support for those without stable housing. Petersen became involved early on, dedicating her time and energy to the center’s mission. Her commitment eventually led her to serve on the board of directors, where she helped guide the organization’s strategic growth and expansion.
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
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.
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.
11,415 students graduated from George Mason University at the end of the Spring 2025 semester, a record for the school. An additional 531 certificates were awarded, bringing the number of students honored by Mason during its university-wide commencement ceremony on May 15 to 12,106.
The County and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are partnering to introduce a school bus arm camera program designed to deter drivers from passing stopped school buses, thereby protecting the vulnerable children getting on and off these vehicles.
After a remarkable 40-year career in public education, City of Fairfax Schools Superintendent Jeff Platenberg has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2025. Platenberg made the announcement during the School Board meeting on May 5, sharing his deep reflections on a career filled with significant achievements and community impact.
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.
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.
What makes you uniquely qualified for this position?
As the only candidate currently with a job and a small business owner, I am deeply committed to the economic development of our Commonwealth. In Prince William County, we've been able to increase education investment by the county government every year I've been on the school board while keeping taxes relatively low, even reducing taxes this year.
