
No Matter What — Try Really Hard NOT To Fall
“There are measures we can take to help prevent falls.” — Sara Pappa, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance coordinator

Franconia Hospital Project Moves Forward
It’s the second addition planned at this intersection in the Franconia District.
New Hospital
Recognizing Covid Heroes
Fairfax County Health Department celebrates partners who rose to pandemic’s many challenges.
Covid heroes

Teacher Wants to Erase Student Meal Debt
VA Bill H-1967: School meals; availability at no cost to the student
Student meals

Reston Association Chooses New CEO
One-on-one interview with Mac Cummins, AICP
One-on-one interview with Mac Cummins, AICP
Green Rollback May Hit Blue Wall
Republican efforts to undo environmental laws to face opposition in Democratic-led Senate.
Environmental laws
Cleaning Up Microplastics Before They Get Into Waterways
Cleaning Up Microplastics Before They Get Into Waterways
Cleaning Up
Can Mentally Challenging Games Prevent Cognitive Decline?
Consistent brain fitness connected to improved memory, reasoning and processing.
Can Mentally Challenging Games Prevent Cognitive Decline?

Lorton Fire Station Gets a Makeover
Station just off Lorton Road is upgraded to meet the expanding population in the area.
Lorton Fire Station
Potomac Riverkeeper Has Hands Full of Plastics
Plus storm drains are portals for pet waste and excess fertilizer.
Potomac Riverkeeper

Inova Awards $240K in Community Health Funds to Local Nonprofits
Annual grant doubled in amount this year due to the pandemic impacts.
Inova fund

Environmental Expo Finds a Home in Fort Hunt Park
Tents, causes, and horrid tales of the lanternfly highlight the event.
Environmental Expo