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May
11
F.C. Chef David Peña Featured Tonight on WETA TV’s ‘Signature Dish’

F.C. Chef David Peña Featured Tonight on WETA TV’s ‘Signature Dish’

Don’t forget to tune in to WETA’s ‘Signature Dish’ tonight at 9:00 p.m. featuring Chef David
13 min read
May
08
F.C. Bulletin: May 8, 2026

F.C. Bulletin: May 8, 2026

1) Falls Church Women's History Walk, Tomorrow May 9 2) FCC School Board Updates; Switch in Student Cell
18 min read
May
08
Old School: City Life

Old School: City Life

By Carol McEwen, I remember being proud, as I grew up, that I lived in a city, instead of being
3 min read
May
07
WETA’s ‘Signature Dish’ Showcases F.C.’s La Tingeria, May 11; an Interview with Host Seth Tillman

WETA’s ‘Signature Dish’ Showcases F.C.’s La Tingeria, May 11; an Interview with Host Seth Tillman

WETA’s regional Emmy award-winning TV series Signature Dish will spotlight Falls Church City’s La Tingeria restaurant at 626
16 min read
May
04
Dr. Rachel: When 'Informed Enough' is Best

Dr. Rachel: When 'Informed Enough' is Best

By Dr. Rachel Boehm, Have you ever caught yourself with a clenched jaw, headache, tight shoulders, and maybe a pit
6 min read
May
01
Old School: a Visit

Old School: a Visit

By Carol McEwen, Remember when “a visit” didn’t mean a trip? It meant connecting with other people, also known
3 min read
Apr
30
Don't miss the Annual Running of the Chihuahuas this Saturday at the Wharf DC! Courtesy Wharf DC.

Weekend Buzz: April 30, 2026

A great Spring weekend coming up for cool activities! Obviously, The Annual Racing of the Chihuahuas has everyone pulling their
48 min read
Apr
28
F.C. Bulletin: April 28, 2026

F.C. Bulletin: April 28, 2026

1) Delegate Marcus Simon Reacts to "Yes" Vote in Virginia Redistricting Referendum 2) City Releases 'Confronting Enslavement
11 min read
Apr
24
Old School: Safety First

Old School: Safety First

By Carol McEwen, Back in the day, we kids were no more immune to prestige than kids are today. The
2 min read
Apr
24
Letter: a Season of Gerrymandering… and onto a Season of Solutions

Letter: a Season of Gerrymandering… and onto a Season of Solutions

A Reflection by David Kennedy, Democratic Candidate for the U.S. House (7th District) To every thing there is a
3 min read