Michelin-Starred Chef Perfects Vegan Ice Cream
Store’s ribbon cutting is on Saturday.
When it comes to eating ice cream, the top priority for most individuals is undoubtedly the combination of great taste and the right texture — hard to do with vegan ice cream.
Budgets Set Policy Directions
“I predict [the conference committee compromise] will be accepted as the best compromise that can be reached at this time.”
Affordable Housing-Talk Not Action in Fairfax, Reston
The shortage of affordable housing in Fairfax County and Reston rarely gets the analytical attention that the Connection’s edition of August 16-22 delivered in Mercia Hobson’s “3rd Wealthiest County in U.S. Fails to Provide Affordable Housing.” The article is based on conversations with several knowledgeable staff members of one excellent Reston’s charitable organization, Cornerstones, people serving the homeless and those in danger of becoming homeless.
Virginia Native American Festival
Riverbend Park's Virginia Native American Festival is on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
News Briefs
briefs
Neighborhood Restaurant with Upscale, Modern Feel
After a year in Fairfax City, Draper’s holds ribbon cutting.
Draper’s Steak & Seafood, at 3936 Blenheim Blvd. in Fairfax, is in a location steeped in history.
Barricade Ends Peacefully
A man was safely taken into custody following a 6-hour barricade that ended around 10 p.m Aug. 29, in a neighborhood near Monument Drive and Government Center Parkway.
Springfield Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash
A 22-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash on the afternoon of Aug. 31, 2023 in Fairfax Station.
Climate Action Conference at Lake Braddock
Supervisor James Walkinshaw will hold his first Climate Action Conference at Lake Braddock Secondary School on Saturday, Sept. 30.
Roundups
Roundups
Cool Cars Brighten Sweltering Summer Day
More than 6,500 people attended the 24th annual Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax City.
More than 6,500 people attended the 24th annual Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax City.
Nature’s Late Summer Bounty
Nature’s fresh produce market is open with its bounty of late season offerings of nectar, fruits, and nuts for insects, birds, and mammals.
Professionals Learn More About Native Plants
Native plants may be climate change survivors
Imagine a world without forests. Lands unable to control soil erosion, filter and clean water, control temperatures, store carbon, provide building materials, produce food and medicines, or soothe the soul with the sound of rustling leaves.
Never Forget
City to mark anniversary of 9-11 attacks.
“We claim this ground in remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001. To honor the 184 people whose lives were lost, their families, and all who sacrifice that we may live in freedom. We will never forget.” — Pentagon 9-11 Memorial inscription.
Simpson Named Business Leader of the Year
Best in Business reception slated for Oct. 12.
“Our family has always been involved in the community.” — Donald Simpson Jr.
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