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Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county, and an opportunity to pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county, and an opportunity to pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Celebrate the Year of the Horse at the Providence District Lunar New Year Open House on Jan. 22 at 5:30 p.m. 🐎🧧
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/HpWl50XY4sQ
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/HpWl50XY4sQ
January 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Celebrate the Year of the Horse at the Providence District Lunar New Year Open House on Jan. 22 at 5:30 p.m. 🐎🧧
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/HpWl50XY4sQ
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/HpWl50XY4sQ
If you or someone you know may need assistance in payment of a security deposit, repair or replacement of broken heating equipment, or supplemental heating equipment — the Crisis Assistance applications are accepted until March 16.
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
January 16, 2026 at 6:05 PM
If you or someone you know may need assistance in payment of a security deposit, repair or replacement of broken heating equipment, or supplemental heating equipment — the Crisis Assistance applications are accepted until March 16.
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 19 at Frying Pan Farm Park.
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/NXJn50XU2Sb
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/NXJn50XU2Sb
January 16, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 19 at Frying Pan Farm Park.
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/NXJn50XU2Sb
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/NXJn50XU2Sb
#ICYMI Our library had over 3.8 million digital loans in 2024 with an average circulation of 12 million+ items.
See the top checked out books of the year and what’s ahead for our library: https://bit.ly/45JalrM
See the top checked out books of the year and what’s ahead for our library: https://bit.ly/45JalrM
January 16, 2026 at 2:02 PM
#ICYMI Our library had over 3.8 million digital loans in 2024 with an average circulation of 12 million+ items.
See the top checked out books of the year and what’s ahead for our library: https://bit.ly/45JalrM
See the top checked out books of the year and what’s ahead for our library: https://bit.ly/45JalrM
🐶 Did you get a dog in the new year? Every dog four months or older must be licensed.
Apply online by Monday, Feb. 2: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/dog-license-deadline-approaching
Apply online by Monday, Feb. 2: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/dog-license-deadline-approaching
January 15, 2026 at 8:55 PM
🐶 Did you get a dog in the new year? Every dog four months or older must be licensed.
Apply online by Monday, Feb. 2: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/dog-license-deadline-approaching
Apply online by Monday, Feb. 2: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/dog-license-deadline-approaching
Throughout January and February, our library is collecting donations for local food pantries.
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
Details: https://ow.ly/oPaI50XXghn
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
Details: https://ow.ly/oPaI50XXghn
January 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Throughout January and February, our library is collecting donations for local food pantries.
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
Details: https://ow.ly/oPaI50XXghn
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
Details: https://ow.ly/oPaI50XXghn
Drought Warning Advisory Issued for Fairfax County
Residents are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by fixing leaks and reducing usage to protect the regional supply.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/QgNf50XXgeb
Residents are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by fixing leaks and reducing usage to protect the regional supply.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/QgNf50XXgeb
Drought Warning Advisory Issued by Virginia DEQ for Fairfax County
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), in coordination with the Virginia Drought Monitoring Task Force, has issued a Drought Warning Advisory for 22 counties and 13 cities across t…
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January 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Drought Warning Advisory Issued for Fairfax County
Residents are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by fixing leaks and reducing usage to protect the regional supply.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/QgNf50XXgeb
Residents are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by fixing leaks and reducing usage to protect the regional supply.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/QgNf50XXgeb
Verizon reports that the outage has been resolved. If you’re still having trouble, please restart your phone to reconnect to the network. https://ow.ly/20cE50XXeo7
Verizon Outage Resolved
The Verizon service issue that may have impacted some residents’ ability to call the county’s 9-1-1 system has been resolved. If you are still having trouble, please restart your phone …
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January 15, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Verizon reports that the outage has been resolved. If you’re still having trouble, please restart your phone to reconnect to the network. https://ow.ly/20cE50XXeo7
An issue affecting Verizon service has been identified that may result in service disruptions, including difficulty placing calls to the Fairfax County 9-1-1 system.
Alternatives: landline, Wi-Fi calling, satellite service, other cellular carriers https://ow.ly/J5wK50XWTlO
Alternatives: landline, Wi-Fi calling, satellite service, other cellular carriers https://ow.ly/J5wK50XWTlO
Verizon Outage Impacting Calls to 9-1-1
An issue affecting Verizon service has been identified that may result in service disruptions, including difficulty placing calls to the county’s 9-1-1 system for some customers. The county is acti…
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January 14, 2026 at 7:08 PM
An issue affecting Verizon service has been identified that may result in service disruptions, including difficulty placing calls to the Fairfax County 9-1-1 system.
Alternatives: landline, Wi-Fi calling, satellite service, other cellular carriers https://ow.ly/J5wK50XWTlO
Alternatives: landline, Wi-Fi calling, satellite service, other cellular carriers https://ow.ly/J5wK50XWTlO
From public charging stations to building codes, our County's first-ever Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness Strategy will help shape how the county prepares for an EV-friendly future.
Explore the strategy now: https://ow.ly/qXgQ50XWNu5 #SustainFairfax
Explore the strategy now: https://ow.ly/qXgQ50XWNu5 #SustainFairfax
January 14, 2026 at 4:35 PM
From public charging stations to building codes, our County's first-ever Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness Strategy will help shape how the county prepares for an EV-friendly future.
Explore the strategy now: https://ow.ly/qXgQ50XWNu5 #SustainFairfax
Explore the strategy now: https://ow.ly/qXgQ50XWNu5 #SustainFairfax
County Executive Bryan Hill talks with Stephanie Berkowitz, CEO of Northern Virginia Family Services, about how community partnerships help stabilize families in crisis on the latest "Connect with County Leaders" podcast.
Listen: https://ow.ly/IfXr50XWmjO
Listen: https://ow.ly/IfXr50XWmjO
January 13, 2026 at 8:01 PM
County Executive Bryan Hill talks with Stephanie Berkowitz, CEO of Northern Virginia Family Services, about how community partnerships help stabilize families in crisis on the latest "Connect with County Leaders" podcast.
Listen: https://ow.ly/IfXr50XWmjO
Listen: https://ow.ly/IfXr50XWmjO
#DYK When school is out for holidays, cultural observances or teacher workdays, Park Authority camps are just getting started. Enjoy these single- and multi-day camp sessions:
⛄ Jan. 19
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
Search and sign for camps: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
⛄ Jan. 19
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
Search and sign for camps: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
January 13, 2026 at 6:05 PM
#DYK When school is out for holidays, cultural observances or teacher workdays, Park Authority camps are just getting started. Enjoy these single- and multi-day camp sessions:
⛄ Jan. 19
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
Search and sign for camps: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
⛄ Jan. 19
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
Search and sign for camps: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
🏠 Seal the drafts and keep the cash. Our Fairfax Energy Compass service can help you understand how proper insulation turns energy leaks into year-round comfort.
🧭 Visit the Fairfax Energy Compass website to learn more: https://ow.ly/C7TN50XOrHS
🧭 Visit the Fairfax Energy Compass website to learn more: https://ow.ly/C7TN50XOrHS
January 13, 2026 at 3:25 PM
🏠 Seal the drafts and keep the cash. Our Fairfax Energy Compass service can help you understand how proper insulation turns energy leaks into year-round comfort.
🧭 Visit the Fairfax Energy Compass website to learn more: https://ow.ly/C7TN50XOrHS
🧭 Visit the Fairfax Energy Compass website to learn more: https://ow.ly/C7TN50XOrHS
Fairfax County Government offices are closed Monday, Jan. 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. However, some facilities are open and schedules vary.
For specific schedule information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/martin-luther-king-jrs-day
For specific schedule information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/martin-luther-king-jrs-day
January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Fairfax County Government offices are closed Monday, Jan. 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. However, some facilities are open and schedules vary.
For specific schedule information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/martin-luther-king-jrs-day
For specific schedule information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/martin-luther-king-jrs-day
Special elections this week!
🗳️House of Delegates 11: Election Day Jan. 13
🗳️Braddock School Board: Early voting begins Jan. 16
🗳️House of Delegates 17: Early voting ends Jan. 17
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/
🗳️House of Delegates 11: Election Day Jan. 13
🗳️Braddock School Board: Early voting begins Jan. 16
🗳️House of Delegates 17: Early voting ends Jan. 17
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/
January 12, 2026 at 8:35 PM
Special elections this week!
🗳️House of Delegates 11: Election Day Jan. 13
🗳️Braddock School Board: Early voting begins Jan. 16
🗳️House of Delegates 17: Early voting ends Jan. 17
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/
🗳️House of Delegates 11: Election Day Jan. 13
🗳️Braddock School Board: Early voting begins Jan. 16
🗳️House of Delegates 17: Early voting ends Jan. 17
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/
The Virginia Department of Health is investigating a confirmed measles case in the Northern Virginia Region.
Check the locations of potential exposure sites and to learn more about what to do in case of a measles exposure at: https://ow.ly/pPLU50XVcPG
Check the locations of potential exposure sites and to learn more about what to do in case of a measles exposure at: https://ow.ly/pPLU50XVcPG
January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The Virginia Department of Health is investigating a confirmed measles case in the Northern Virginia Region.
Check the locations of potential exposure sites and to learn more about what to do in case of a measles exposure at: https://ow.ly/pPLU50XVcPG
Check the locations of potential exposure sites and to learn more about what to do in case of a measles exposure at: https://ow.ly/pPLU50XVcPG
January is Stalking Awareness Month
#DYK Stalking is a crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
#DYK Stalking is a crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
January 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
January is Stalking Awareness Month
#DYK Stalking is a crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
#DYK Stalking is a crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 19 at Frying Pan Farm Park.
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/PbV750XU2Wm
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/PbV750XU2Wm
January 12, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 19 at Frying Pan Farm Park.
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/PbV750XU2Wm
This event is perfect for families looking to spend quality time together while learning and engaging in a meaningful community service project!
Sign up: https://ow.ly/PbV750XU2Wm
Got old clothes, shoes or linens that can’t be donated? Don’t toss them, recycle them! ♻️
Fairfax County’s new Helpsy Textile Recycling Program makes it easy to give worn-out fabrics a second life.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/6Veg50XrNcR
#FairfaxRecycles
Fairfax County’s new Helpsy Textile Recycling Program makes it easy to give worn-out fabrics a second life.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/6Veg50XrNcR
#FairfaxRecycles
January 10, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Got old clothes, shoes or linens that can’t be donated? Don’t toss them, recycle them! ♻️
Fairfax County’s new Helpsy Textile Recycling Program makes it easy to give worn-out fabrics a second life.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/6Veg50XrNcR
#FairfaxRecycles
Fairfax County’s new Helpsy Textile Recycling Program makes it easy to give worn-out fabrics a second life.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/6Veg50XrNcR
#FairfaxRecycles
First Hike Photo Contest Winners Selected; Voting Open for the People’s Choice Award 🏆
See the Best in Show winners and the Director’s Choice and Judges’ Choice: https://ow.ly/jUu550XU2lr
See the Best in Show winners and the Director’s Choice and Judges’ Choice: https://ow.ly/jUu550XU2lr
January 9, 2026 at 10:00 PM
First Hike Photo Contest Winners Selected; Voting Open for the People’s Choice Award 🏆
See the Best in Show winners and the Director’s Choice and Judges’ Choice: https://ow.ly/jUu550XU2lr
See the Best in Show winners and the Director’s Choice and Judges’ Choice: https://ow.ly/jUu550XU2lr
Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county!
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January 9, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county!
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the fun activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the fun activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
Our Police Department encourage drivers & pedestrians alike to stay alert, follow traffic laws, & look out for one another 🚸
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Our Police Department encourage drivers & pedestrians alike to stay alert, follow traffic laws, & look out for one another 🚸
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
With the holidays winding down, flu cases are ramping up.
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
January 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
With the holidays winding down, flu cases are ramping up.
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu