November 2010 Fairfax County NewsWire Updates
Please note: Information was accurate at the time of publication.Some links may no longer work.
Nov. 30
- Transcript of Sheriff Barry’s Discussion About Secure Communities Illegal Immigration Program (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Join the Office for Children in an Online Chat About Child Care Options on Dec. 1 (Nov. 30, 2010)
- EDA's Gordon Named 2010 Virginia Business Person of the Year (Nov. 30, 2010)
- UPDATE: Charge Amended on Child's Death (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Child Dies After Being Thrown from Walkway at Tysons Corner Center (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Hunter Mill Coat Closet Now Open; New or Used Coats Needed (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Residents Invited to Annual Taste of Braddock on Dec. 2 (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Hunter Mill District Holiday Open House Is Dec. 8 (Nov. 30, 2010)
- Register to Participate in Mass Ice Wedding in China (Nov. 30, 2010)
-
Parks Offer Unique Ways
to Entertain the Family this Holiday Season (Nov. 30,
2010)
Nov. 29
- Fairfax County to Host Tysons Workforce Housing Summit Dec. 3 (Nov. 29, 2010)
- VDOT Making Adjustments to Aid in Holiday Travel (Nov. 29, 2010)
- Your Feedback Needed to Develop a Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan (Nov. 29, 2010)
- Join Sheriff Stan Barry in an Online Chat on Secure Communities Nov. 30 (Nov. 29, 2010)
- Mark Your Calendar: New Dates Set for 2011 Electric Sundays and Hazardous Waste Collection Events (Nov. 29, 2010)
- Annandale Community Celebrates Rebirth of Ossian Hall Park (Nov. 29, 2010)
- Volunteers Needed at Royal Lake Park Dec. 4 (Nov. 29, 2010)
Nov. 24
- Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule for County Offices and Services Nov. 25-26 (Nov. 24, 2010)
- Weekender: Holiday Lights, Thanksgiving Exercise, Flying Squirrels and Ice Skating (Nov. 24, 2010)
- Download Great Videos and Books from the Library this Holiday Weekend (Nov. 24, 2010)
- Bank Robbery in McLean Area (Nov. 24, 2010)
- Free Classical Music Concert at Alden Theatre Nov. 28 (Nov. 24, 2010)
- VDOT Changes Traffic Signals for the Holidays at 16 Popular Shopping Centers (Nov. 24, 2010)
Nov. 23
- Old Colchester Park and Preserve Open House Dec. 4 Features Local History (PDF) (Nov. 23, 2010)
- Economic Development Authority Supports 36 Businesses Creating 999 Jobs in County (Nov. 23, 2010)
- Beulah Rd. Bridge Over Dulles Toll Road to Reopen by Wednesday Afternoon (Nov. 23, 2010)
- Bicyclist Succumbs to Injuries, Nov. 14 Crash Witnesses Sought (Nov. 23, 2010)
- Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Nov. 23, 2010)
Nov. 22
- Clandestine Women: Enjoy Tales of Women in Espionage Nov. 30 (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Virginia Prepares for Winter Weather Season; Get Ready Now With Your Plans and Supplies (Nov. 22, 2010)
- VDOT Traffic Data Available to Help Plan Your Thanksgiving Travel (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Holiday Shopping Consumer Safety Tips (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Photo Gallery: Orange Cones, No Phones Distracted Driving Safety Campaign (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Enjoy an Old-Fashioned Country Christmas on the Farm (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Transforming Tysons Open House Dec. 6 (Nov. 22, 2010)
- Online Discussion About Choosing Child Care Dec. 1 (Nov. 22, 2010)
Nov. 19
- Suspected Serial Burglar in Custody (Nov. 19, 2010)
- First of the First Responders Recognized Nov. 18 (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Library Now on Twitter; Follow for Updates (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Help Stock Up Local Food Pantries This Holiday Season (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Weekender: Dig Into Dinosaurs, Enjoy Classical Music and Learn About All Things Bling (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Important Lane Closures for Nov. 21-24 (PDF) (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Better than Black Friday: McLean Holiday Craft Show Dec. 3-5 (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Annual Turkey Run at South Run RECenter Nov. 25 and 26 (Nov. 19, 2010)
- Video: GIS Day 2010 (Nov. 19, 2010)
Nov. 18
- Police Investigate Fatal Crash (Nov. 18, 2010)
- Master Plan Process Starts for Monticello Park (PDF) (Nov. 18, 2010)
- Video: Affordable Rental Program (Nov. 18, 2010)
- Audio: Listen to Latest Podcasts (Nov. 18, 2010)
- FY 2012 Environmental Improvement Program Is Online (Nov. 18, 2010)
Nov. 17
- Acumen Solutions Expands Fairfax Operations; Will Create 156 New Jobs (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Interactive Discussion on the Ten Characteristics of a Healthy Family Dec. 1 (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Photo Gallery: VRE Disaster Exercise of Simulated Train Derailment (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Protecting Yourself From Medical Identity Theft (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Video: CarFit Program (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Connector: Reston Park and Ride to be Impacted by Garage Construction (Nov. 17, 2010)
- Ossian Hall Park to Open After Extensive Renovations (Nov. 17, 2010)
Nov. 16
- View Transcript and Video of Online Discussion of Youth Survey (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Photo Gallery: Presentations to Residents by the Board of Supervisors (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Fairfax County Welcomes and Needs Foster and Adoptive Parents (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Police Seek Witnesses in Crash Involving Bicyclist (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Video: Homeowner Association Transparent Governance in Fairfax County (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Bullying, Inhalant Use and Other Topics During 2 p.m. Online Discussion About Youth (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Environmental Quality Advisory Council Presents 2010 Annual Report on the Environment (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Fullerton Road Opening at Fairfax County Parkway Today (Nov. 16, 2010)
- If You Fail to Plan, You Plan to Fail (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Weekly County Job Openings (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Dulles Metro November Construction Update (Nov. 16, 2010)
- Police Release Photos of Unidentified Baby (Nov. 16, 2010)
Nov. 15
- View Transcript of Online Discussion About Hypothermia and Homelessness (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Accidental Commercial Building Fire (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Thanksgiving Day is the Busiest Day for Fire Departments (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Ten Fairfax County Employers Designated "Best Workplaces for Commuters" (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Need help with food, shelter, healthcare or other basic needs? Call the CSP. (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Nov. 16 Board of Supervisors Meeting Recognitions and Presentations (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Richard Byrd Library Achieves Top Green Building Certification (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Celebrate America Recycles Day by participating in "Electric Sunday" on Nov. 21 (Nov. 15, 2010)
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Holiday
Schedule for Thanksgiving, Nov. 25-26 (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Police Release Photos of Unidentified Baby Found Outside Springfield Church (Nov. 15, 2010)
- BRAC Update: Office Development Opportunities (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Video: Drive Safely During Deer Season (Nov. 15, 2010)
- Sunday Soiree Dances at McLean Community Center (Nov. 15, 2010)
Nov. 12
-
DWI
Checkpoint - Mason Police District (Nov. 12, 2010)
-
VRE Disaster
Exercise on Saturday in Springfield (Nov. 12, 2010)
- Upcoming Ask Fairfax! Discussions to Feature Hypothermia, Youth Survey and Sheriff Barry (Nov. 12, 2010)
- Video: Winterizing Your Home (Nov. 12, 2010)
- Weekender: Nature Night Hike, Salute to our Veterans and McLean Antiques Show and Sale (Nov. 12, 2010)
- Crime Solvers Seeks Homicide Suspect (Nov. 12, 2010)
Nov. 10
- Reminder: I-66 Westbound Detours Set for Thursday and Friday Nights (PDF) (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Nov. 16 Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda and Package (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Update: New Developments in Pursuit and Shooting in Falls Church Area (Nov. 10, 2010)
- View Transcript and Video of Online Discussion About Bed Bugs (Nov. 10, 2010)
- New Great Falls Fire Station to Get a Septic System (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Find Out How You Can Achieve Community Wildlife Habitat Certification (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Ceremonies Set for Grand Opening of Arrowbrook Park (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Veteran's Day Dance Nov. 13 (Nov. 10, 2010)
- Can Carbon Monoxide Be In Your Home (Nov. 10, 2010)
Nov. 9
- Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Hybla Valley (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Murder to Mil-Spec Discussion Highlights December Literary Calendar (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Public Hearing to Gather Input on Environmental Concerns on Monday, Nov. 29 (Nov. 9, 2010)
- ICF International to Expand Its Fairfax County Headquarters (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Video: New Rules For Gift Cards (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Reminder: Less Than One Week Remaining to Take the Community Health Survey (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Emergency Management Newsletter Features VDEM Survey Results and More (PDF) (Nov. 9, 2010)
- Video: Bed Bugs (Nov. 9, 2010)
Nov. 8
- New Park and Ride Construction Nearing Completion in Springfield: "Bob's Slug Line" Temporarily Moved (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Bank Robbery in Annandale Area (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Accidental Oakton Garage/House Fire (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Under Construction House Fire in McLean Early Sunday Remains Under Investigation (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Fireplace Safety Tips Include Properly Disposing Your Ashes (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Are Your Employees Prepared for a Disaster? (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Weekly County Job Openings (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Questions About Bed Bugs? Submit Now for Nov. 10 Online Discussion (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Video: Online Shopping Scams and Smishing (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Turf Field Applications Due Dec. 1 (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Real Estate Tax Payments Due Dec. 5, But Extended to Dec. 6 (Nov. 8, 2010)
- Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Hybla Valley Nov. 5 (Nov. 8, 2010)
Nov. 5
- Read Transcript and View Video of Online Discussion About Distracted Driving (Nov. 5, 2010)
- Chairman Bulova Receives Award for Region Forward Leadership (Nov. 5, 2010)
- Juveniles Charged With Setting Fires (Nov. 5. 2010)
- Public Safety and Law Enforcement Job Fair Nov. 13 (Nov. 5, 2010)
- Keeping Warm: Alternate Heating Source Safety Tips (Nov. 5, 2010)
- Police Investigate Pursuit and Shooting In Falls Church Area (Nov. 5, 2010)
- Register for Nov. 16 Long Distance Caregiving Seminar (Nov. 5, 2010)
Nov. 4
- Two Members of Virginia Task Force 1 Deploy to Haiti in Response to Hurricane Tomas (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Park Authority Wins Coveted Gold Medal Award (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Washington Rochambeau Route Interpretive Display to be Dedicated Nov. 13 (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Linway Terrace Synthetic Turf Field in McLean to Open Nov. 6 (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Audio: Listen to Latest News to Use and Health and Safety Podcasts (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Distracted Driving Awareness and Summonses Increase; Online Chat Friday (Nov. 4, 2010)
- Telephone Support Group to Korean Speaking Caregivers of Older Adults on Nov. 16 (Nov. 4, 2010)
Nov. 3
- Use Caution When Burning Candles (Nov. 3, 2010)
- Texting, Talking and Eating While Driving: Ask Questions About Distracted Driving (Nov. 3, 2010)
- Commercial Robbery in the Merrifield Area (Nov. 3, 2010)
-
Election
Results Update for 11th Congressional District (Nov. 3,
2010)
- Weekly County Job Openings (Nov. 3, 2010)
- Smoke Alarm Alerts Occupant to House Fire (Nov. 3, 2010)
Nov. 2
- Police Report 109 Serial Burglary Incidents (Nov. 2, 2010)
- Free Child Safety Seat Inspections Nov. 5 (Nov. 2, 2010)
- National Memory Screening Day Nov. 15 (Nov. 2, 2010)
- Fox Released Back to Owner (Nov. 2, 2010)
- Pedestrian Victim Identified (Nov. 2, 2010)
- Polls Open Until 7 p.m.; Find Your Polling Place (Nov. 2, 2010)
Nov. 1
- View Transcript and Video of Online Discussion About County Budget (Nov. 1, 2010)
- Costumed Fox's Owner Charged (Nov. 1, 2010)
- November is Premature Birth Awareness Month (Nov. 1, 2010)
- Ending Homelessness Partner Update Newsletter (PDF) (Nov. 1, 2010)
- New 24-Hour VDOT Call Center Opens: 1-800-FOR-ROAD (Nov. 1, 2010)
- Unidentified Pedestrian Struck and Killed (Nov. 1, 2010)
- Firefighters Check Smoke Alarms, Provide Home Escape Plans (Nov. 1, 2010)



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