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Jul
22
Sports Editorial: FIFA's Soccer Rules Need Fixing

Sports Editorial: FIFA's Soccer Rules Need Fixing

Perhaps it’s fair to say that for five weeks this summer, the “world was joyously united” around this year’
10 min read
Jul
22
Sports Editorial: FIFA's Soccer Rules Need Fixing

Sports Editorial: FIFA's Soccer Rules Need Fixing

Perhaps it’s fair to say that for five weeks this summer, the “world was joyously united” around this year’
10 min read
Jul
21
F.C. City Police Investigate Suspicious Death

F.C. City Police Investigate Suspicious Death

Following is based on a July 20 F.C. City Police Department press release: Monday, July 20, 2026 – The City
2 min read
Jul
20
Some Summer Movie Must-Sees

Some Summer Movie Must-Sees

By Annabel Taylor Looking to explore some classic summer-themed movies? Here are five that have stood the test of
6 min read
Jul
17
Old School: The Big Picture

Old School: The Big Picture

By Carol McEwen, I have many fond memories of crazy, often stupid, and sometimes even dangerous things my friends and
3 min read
Jul
16
Weekend Buzz: July 16, 2026

Weekend Buzz: July 16, 2026

Cool summer activities around town this weekend are a welcome relief from the scorching heat. Everywhere you look there'
51 min read
Jul
13
F.C. Bulletin: July 13, 2026

F.C. Bulletin: July 13, 2026

1) Falls Church Climate Network to Accept Donations; Expands Board 2) NoVa Transportation Authority Adopts $776 Million Regional Funding Program;
15 min read
Jul
10
Old School: Mud Slinging

Old School: Mud Slinging

By Carol McEwen, My all-time favorite pastime as a kid was making mud pies, those delectable treats fed to
2 min read
Jul
10
Six Choice Summer Reads

Six Choice Summer Reads

By Annabel Taylor Those looking to seek shelter from the DMV’s persistent heat and humidity don’t have to
5 min read
Jul
09
Falls Church Antiques Center Expands as Stylish Patina Moves to Park Ave.

Falls Church Antiques Center Expands as Stylish Patina Moves to Park Ave.

The Falls Church Antiques Center is coming back strong! After closing sadly in April, 2025 following over 40 years in
15 min read