Christopher Jones

Christopher Jones

Falls Church, Va.
Former Managing Editor, The Georgetowner
Nov
19
Marshall H.S. Students Launch ‘Hope for Pink’ to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research, Support

Marshall H.S. Students Launch ‘Hope for Pink’ to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research, Support

Meet two local 16-year-olds making a huge difference in the world and inspiring others to follow suit. In 2022, Carla
7 min read
Nov
15
The Toy Nest: Falls Church's Premier Toy Library, & Community-Based Business

The Toy Nest: Falls Church's Premier Toy Library, & Community-Based Business

As a joy for kids, parents and caregivers, few businesses in the City of Falls Church can match The Toy
16 min read
Nov
14
F.C. City's Virginia Dream FC Garners More Nat'l Attention, Prepares for Final U.S. Open Cup Qualifier

F.C. City's Virginia Dream FC Garners More Nat'l Attention, Prepares for Final U.S. Open Cup Qualifier

"The Dream is alive in Falls Church, Virginia," gushes USSoccer.com – the world's premier American soccer
5 min read
Nov
13
Nat'l Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Local Restaurants to Support Homestretch

Nat'l Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Local Restaurants to Support Homestretch

As November chills finally set in, many folks seeking food and shelter over the winter months rely on our support
4 min read
Nov
11
Worried about ADUs in Falls Church? Studies Reveal Community Benefits, If Involved

Worried about ADUs in Falls Church? Studies Reveal Community Benefits, If Involved

Have doubts about ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) coming to your neighborhood? Not to worry.  Numerous studies around the country, and
16 min read
Nov
06
Falls Church Arts: Claire Lee Wins People's Choice Award for 'Lolita's Shell' in 'Beauty of Diversity' Show

Falls Church Arts: Claire Lee Wins People's Choice Award for 'Lolita's Shell' in 'Beauty of Diversity' Show

Beauty, indeed. And contemplation. For their Fall 2024 exposition "The Beauty of Diversity" (Oct. 5 – Nov. 17), Falls
3 min read
Nov
05
Exclusive Interview on Student Cell Phone Guidelines with Meridian H.S. Principal Peter Laub

Exclusive Interview on Student Cell Phone Guidelines with Meridian H.S. Principal Peter Laub

What’s happening with the new 2024 cell phone guidelines at Falls Church City’s Meridian High School? We grew
18 min read
Oct
31
City of Falls Church Gov't Updates, Oct. 31, 2024

City of Falls Church Gov't Updates, Oct. 31, 2024

The following is based on press releases, social media and website postings from the City of Falls Church. Election Day
16 min read
Oct
30
Editorial: Cowardly Bezos; Our Presidential Endorsement for Harris

Editorial: Cowardly Bezos; Our Presidential Endorsement for Harris

Is there a newspaper owner as cowardly as Jeff Bezos, owner of The Washington Post?  On Oct. 25 – with national
6 min read
Oct
28
Viet Place Collective’s Activism Key to Falls Church City’s 2024 VML Innovation Award

Viet Place Collective’s Activism Key to Falls Church City’s 2024 VML Innovation Award

Democracies function best when community-minded citizens are encouraged to pressure local governments to listen to their concerns. The story of
23 min read