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Be Ready for Winter with Our Guide to Snow ❄️
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
January 21, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Be Ready for Winter with Our Guide to Snow ❄️
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Virginia Health Officials Investigating Another Confirmed Measles Case in Northern Region
The patient is a preschool-age child (0-4 years)
For dates, times, and locations of the potential exposure sites, visit https://ow.ly/44QF50Y0Ntc
The patient is a preschool-age child (0-4 years)
For dates, times, and locations of the potential exposure sites, visit https://ow.ly/44QF50Y0Ntc
January 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Virginia Health Officials Investigating Another Confirmed Measles Case in Northern Region
The patient is a preschool-age child (0-4 years)
For dates, times, and locations of the potential exposure sites, visit https://ow.ly/44QF50Y0Ntc
The patient is a preschool-age child (0-4 years)
For dates, times, and locations of the potential exposure sites, visit https://ow.ly/44QF50Y0Ntc
Fire and Rescue Celebrates Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week
Through a data-driven process to identify and prioritize risks, CRR helps reduce the occurrence and impact of emergency events.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/5p1u50Y0GGl
Through a data-driven process to identify and prioritize risks, CRR helps reduce the occurrence and impact of emergency events.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/5p1u50Y0GGl
January 21, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Fire and Rescue Celebrates Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week
Through a data-driven process to identify and prioritize risks, CRR helps reduce the occurrence and impact of emergency events.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/5p1u50Y0GGl
Through a data-driven process to identify and prioritize risks, CRR helps reduce the occurrence and impact of emergency events.
To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/5p1u50Y0GGl
#DYK When school is out for holidays, cultural observances or teacher workdays, Fairfax Parks camps are just getting started. Enjoy these single- & multi-day camp sessions:
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
More: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
More: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
January 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM
#DYK When school is out for holidays, cultural observances or teacher workdays, Fairfax Parks camps are just getting started. Enjoy these single- & multi-day camp sessions:
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
More: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
⛄ Jan. 29-30
⛄ Feb. 16-17
More: https://bit.ly/30w6bQV?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
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/mrq450XY4s3
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/mrq450XY4s3
January 20, 2026 at 8:01 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/mrq450XY4s3
This family-friendly celebration will feature cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, arts, traditional cuisines and fortune cards https://ow.ly/mrq450XY4s3
January is Stalking Awareness Month
Stalking is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or suffer substantial emotional distress. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
Stalking is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or suffer substantial emotional distress. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
January 20, 2026 at 6:15 PM
January is Stalking Awareness Month
Stalking is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or suffer substantial emotional distress. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
Stalking is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or suffer substantial emotional distress. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
It's cold and we're urging everyone to consider the comfort and well-being of pets!
Bring pets indoors, and call Animal Services Officers at 703-691-2131 to report pets left outside in frigid temperatures!
Bring pets indoors, and call Animal Services Officers at 703-691-2131 to report pets left outside in frigid temperatures!
January 20, 2026 at 4:49 PM
It's cold and we're urging everyone to consider the comfort and well-being of pets!
Bring pets indoors, and call Animal Services Officers at 703-691-2131 to report pets left outside in frigid temperatures!
Bring pets indoors, and call Animal Services Officers at 703-691-2131 to report pets left outside in frigid temperatures!
Megan Challender was elected vice chair of the Fairfax County Electoral Board during the board’s reorganization on Wednesday, Jan. 7. Challender was appointed to the board by the Fairfax County Circuit Court for a three-year term that began Jan. 1. https://ow.ly/MXL650Y05Ap
January 20, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Megan Challender was elected vice chair of the Fairfax County Electoral Board during the board’s reorganization on Wednesday, Jan. 7. Challender was appointed to the board by the Fairfax County Circuit Court for a three-year term that began Jan. 1. https://ow.ly/MXL650Y05Ap
Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."
January 19, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."
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 19, 2026 at 12:01 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
Our Hypothermia Prevention Program is now open through March 31. The program provides warm shelter, food, clothing and more for unhoused individuals.
If you see someone who is unsheltered and you think is at risk for hypothermia, call 703-691-2131. https://bit.ly/3Mgp4DT
If you see someone who is unsheltered and you think is at risk for hypothermia, call 703-691-2131. https://bit.ly/3Mgp4DT
January 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Our Hypothermia Prevention Program is now open through March 31. The program provides warm shelter, food, clothing and more for unhoused individuals.
If you see someone who is unsheltered and you think is at risk for hypothermia, call 703-691-2131. https://bit.ly/3Mgp4DT
If you see someone who is unsheltered and you think is at risk for hypothermia, call 703-691-2131. https://bit.ly/3Mgp4DT
🥶 When the temperature drops:
• Limit your time outside
• Wear layers of warm clothing
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/winterweather
• Limit your time outside
• Wear layers of warm clothing
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/winterweather
January 17, 2026 at 4:01 PM
🥶 When the temperature drops:
• Limit your time outside
• Wear layers of warm clothing
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/winterweather
• Limit your time outside
• Wear layers of warm clothing
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia
Details: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/winterweather
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.
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
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.
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
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
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