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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
Apr
23
Weekend Buzz: April 23, 2026

Weekend Buzz: April 23, 2026

Activities galore in the next few days! Check out the City of Falls Church Concert Band, Mary Riley Styles'
47 min read
Apr
22
Meridian IB Art Show Highlights Students’ Learning, Creativity & Growth

Meridian IB Art Show Highlights Students’ Learning, Creativity & Growth

Many proud family-members, friends, and curious viewers circulated with excitement amidst the alluring, captivating, and radiant artwork displays showcased in
17 min read
Apr
17
Old School: Spare

Old School: Spare

By Carol McEwen, I’m sure you’re aware that a book came out not long ago with the above
3 min read
Apr
17
Letter to the Editor: Your Voice and Your Vote

Letter to the Editor: Your Voice and Your Vote

April 16, 2026, On Tuesday, Virginia voters will make a consequential decision through referendum. A ballot question will be considered
2 min read
Apr
16
Weekend Buzz: April 16, 2026

Weekend Buzz: April 16, 2026

So many great activities and events around town this weekend! Dine with alpacas. Celebrate Earth Day. Check out the city
44 min read
Apr
14
Falls Church Arts: '250 & Counting' Show Opens April 18

Falls Church Arts: '250 & Counting' Show Opens April 18

April 18 Evening Reception Launches Exhibition 'Commemorating the Nation's Semiquincentennial with Artistic Reflections, Future Visions' Following
4 min read
Apr
13
Your Gov't at Work: NoVa Reps Hear from Former Fed. Employees

Your Gov't at Work: NoVa Reps Hear from Former Fed. Employees

By Cindy Sieden, In Alexandria on April 7, the Alexandria Area Federal Employee Alumni Support Network met with a delegation
4 min read