February 2011 Fairfax County NewsWire Updates
Please note: Information was accurate at the time of publication.Some links may no longer work.
Feb. 28
- Serial Rapist Investigation Expands to Digital Billboards on the East Coast (Feb. 28, 2011)
- Springfield House Fire (Feb. 28, 2011)
- Basement Fire in Falls Church Area (Feb. 28, 2011)
- Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Feb. 28, 2011)
- I-66 HOV Exits Westbound Now Open During Off-Peak Hours (Feb. 28, 2011)
- Video: Tax Relief for Older Adults and People With Disabilities in Fairfax County (Feb. 28, 2011)
- Living Well with Chronic Illness Workshop Series in Mount Vernon Begins March 8 (Feb. 28, 2011)
Feb. 25
- HIV/AIDS Prevention Faith Summit March 5 (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Fatal Pedestrian Crash in the Bailey’s Crossroads Area (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Businesses Invited to Fairfax County Government Vendor Forum March 3 (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Accidental Reston Garden Apartment Fire (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Herndon Townhouse Fire (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Weekender: Learn about Bees, Birds, Bones and More (Feb. 25, 2011)
- Audio: Listen to the Latest Podcasts (Feb. 25, 2011)
Feb. 24
- Town Meetings Scheduled on FY 2012 Advertised Budget (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Alert: Missing/Endangered Adult (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Armed Robbery in Baileys Crossroads (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Volunteer Fair for Boomers and Older Adults in Falls Church March 10 (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Two Charged in Series of Thefts and Credit Card Frauds (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Over 19,000 lbs of Food and Supplies Collected During the Stuff the Bus Food Drive (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Wildlife Information is Just a Click Away (Feb. 24, 2011)
- Birding for Beginners Helps Sharpen Your Skills (Feb. 24, 2011)
Feb. 23
- Transcript of Discussion with County Executive Anthony Griffin on Proposed FY 2012 Budget (Feb. 23, 2011)
- Consumer Protection Week Activities March 7-11 (Feb. 23, 2011)
- Huntley Meadows Features Bees and Bones Feb. 26-27 (Feb. 23, 2011)
- Preventing & Ending Homelessness Update: Freddie Mac Foundation Grant (PDF) (Feb. 23, 2011)
- Rescheduled Monticello Planning Meeting Set for April 4 (Feb. 23, 2011)
Feb. 22
- Video: Proposed 2012 Budget Q&A with County Executive Anthony H. Griffin (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Police Investigate Feb. 21 Armed Robbery in Herndon (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Reston East Park and Ride to Begin Closing in Stages Feb. 25 (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Man Dies Following Feb. 15 Franconia Single Vehicle Crash (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Photo Gallery: Feb. 22 Board of Supervisors Presentations to Residents (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Lorton Playground Fire Under Investigation, Playground Equipment a Total Loss (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Kids Summer Meals Program Needs Meal Sites and Volunteers (Feb. 22, 2011)
- County Executive Proposes $3.38 Billion FY 2012 Budget (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Video: Understanding Your Fairfax County Real Estate Assessment (Feb. 22, 2011)
- 2011 Fairfax County Real Estate Assessment Notices Mailed Feb. 22 (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Feb. 22, 2011)
- Safely Recycle Electronics on Electric Sunday, Feb. 27 at I-66 Transfer Station (Feb. 22, 2011)
Feb. 18
- 9-1-1 Back on Primary Phone System; Residents Should Dial 9-1-1 (Feb. 18, 2011)
- Agenda and Materials for Feb. 22 Board of Supervisors Meeting (Feb. 18, 2011)
- Feb. 22 Board of Supervisors Presentations (Feb. 18, 2011)
- Join Chairman Bulova at Stuff the Bus Food Drive Feb. 19 (Feb. 18, 2011)
- Weekender: Moon, Birds, Jumping Jazz, Hidden Treasures and More (Feb. 18, 2011)
- Intermittent Problems With Fairfax County 9-1-1: Call 703-691-2233 If You Can't Get Through (Feb. 18, 2011)
Feb. 17
- Talk By Anita Shreve Highlights March Literary Calendar (Feb. 17, 2011)
- Registration Now Open for Spring RECQuest Program for Elementary-Age Youth (Feb. 17, 2011)
- You Can Still Help: Stuff the Bus Food Drive Concludes Feb. 22 (Feb. 17, 2011)
- Park Authority Board Holds Annual Elections (Feb. 17, 2011)
- 130th Recruit Firefighter Graduation (Feb. 17, 2011)
Feb. 16
- I-66 HOV Exits to Open During Off-Peak Hours/Weekends Feb. 28 (Feb. 16, 2011)
- Submit Electoral Boundary Redistricting Proposals by March 2 (Feb. 16, 2011)
- Recognize Outstanding Public Service: Onthank Award Nomination Deadline is March 15 (Doc) (Feb. 16, 2011)
- Video: Preparing For All Hazards: Business Preparedness (Feb. 16, 2011)
- Sully Offers Slave Life Tour (Feb. 16, 2011)
- Route 50 in Merrifield to Close Six Nights Feb. 17-22 (Feb. 16, 2011)
Feb. 15
- Notes Available Online from Waste-to-Energy Information Sessions (Feb. 15, 2011)
- Open Hire for RECQuest Summer Staff (Feb. 15, 2011)
- Accidental Springfield Building Fire (Feb. 15, 2011)
- Braddock District Leadership Institute Feb. 26 (Feb. 15, 2011)
- County Executive Presents Proposed Budget Feb. 22 (Feb. 15, 2011)
- Emergency Preparedness" Newsletter Features CERT, Upcoming Tornado Drill and More (PDF) (Feb. 15, 2011)
- Modern Dance Workshop for Individuals 50 Years of Age or Older (Feb. 15, 2011)
Feb. 14
- Free Tax Relief Workshops in March at Several County Locations (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Crime Solvers Seeks Feb. 7 Commercial Armed Robbery Suspects (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Police Investigate Feb. 13 Impaired Driving Crash on Route 1 (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Larceny Victim Recovers Stolen Merchandise via Craigslist (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Police and Schools Concerned Over Illegal Passing, Students Hit by Motorists (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Video: Reston Community Center Celebrates MLK Day (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Haynesworth Charged with Assault Following Feb. 2 Traffic Altercation (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Three-Lane Overnight Closures of I-495 at Route 123 in Tysons Corner to Last Five Weeks, Begin Feb. 16 (PDF) (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Seventh Annual EcoSavvy "Fresh and Local" Gardening Symposium Feb. 26, Register Now (Feb. 14, 2011)
- Watch "Your Community, Your Call" on Fair Housing Feb. 15 (Feb. 14, 2011)
Feb. 11
- Hilton Worldwide to Expand in Fairfax County, Invest $1.8 Million and Create More Than 100 New Jobs (Feb. 11, 2011)
- Update: Detectives Seek Witnesses in Fatal Crash (Feb. 11, 2011)
- Audio: Listen to the Latest Podcasts (Feb. 11, 2011)
- iPhone, iPad and Ipod Touch App Available for Library Customers (Feb. 11, 2011)
- New Video: African American History at Oak Hill (Feb. 11, 2011)
- A Window into the Lives of Our Youth: Facts, Stats and Useful Tips (Feb. 11, 2011)
- Weekender: Celebrate History, Puppetry Festival and More (Feb. 11, 2011)
Feb. 10
- Maple Syrup Boil Down at Colvin Run Mill Feb. 13 (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Fastran Stuff the Bus Food Drive in Fairfax and Herndon Feb. 12 (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Celebrate Valentine's Day with Dance and Love Stories Feb. 12 and 13 (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Celebrate Black History Month at Free Event Feb. 11 (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Accidental Chantilly House Fire (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Fatal Crash in Lorton (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Explore Museum Collections Online (Feb. 10, 2011)
- “County Magazine”: 2011 Priorities, Oak Hill History, Tax Assistance Program (Feb. 10, 2011)
- Linwood Gorham Named to Park Board (Feb. 10, 2011)
Feb. 9
- Can You Identify This Auto Theft Suspect? (Feb. 9, 2011)
- "Three to Succeed" Video - How to Reduce Risky Behaviors in Youth (English Version) (Feb. 9, 2011)
- "Three to Succeed" Video - How to Reduce Risky Behaviors in Youth (Spanish Version) (Feb. 9, 2011)
- Pre-register for Bed Bug Forum in Manassas on Feb. 25 (Feb. 9, 2011)
- VATF-1 Receives National Defense Industrial Association Award (Feb. 9, 2011)
- Register Today for Fairfax County Government Vendor Forum March 3 (Feb. 9, 2011)
- Tapestry for Tomorrow Art Contest; Entries Due Week of March 21 – 24 (Feb. 9, 2011)
Feb. 8
- SACC Celebrates the Invention of Dance (Feb. 8, 2011)
- Fairfax County EDA President Gordon Honored by County for 2010 Virginia Business Person of the Year Award (Feb. 8, 2011)
- Six Robberies in Skyline Area (Feb. 8, 2011)
- Photo Gallery: Presentations to Residents by the Board of Supervisors (Feb. 8, 2011)
- New County Mobile Website and Library iPhone App Now Available (Feb. 8, 2011)
- Chairman Bulova Addresses Homelessness (Feb. 8, 2011)
- 2011 Northern Virginia Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Now Available for Public Comment (Feb. 8, 2011)
- Sheriff's Deputies Take a Plunge to Raise Money for Special Olympics (Feb. 8, 2011)
Feb. 7
- Feb. 8 Board of Supervisors Presentations (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Update: Virginia Fugitive Caught in Houston, Texas (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Police Bust GPS Theft Ring (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Visit the Library’s Virtual Career Center (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Telephone Support Group for Korean Speakers on Feb. 15 (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Today Is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Friendship Friday (ages 12 – 18) Is Feb. 18 (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Open Hire for Therapeutic Recreation Summer Staff (Feb. 7, 2011)
- Weekly Fairfax County Government Job Listings (Feb. 7, 2011)
Feb. 4
- Animal Shelter Seeks Barn Homes for Feral Cats (Feb. 4, 2011)
- Tysons Noise Study to Begin in April (Feb. 4, 2011)
- Weekender: Jewelry Showcase, Salt Tasting, Be My Valentine and More (Feb. 4, 2011)
- Free Assistance Available During Tax Season (Feb. 4, 2011)
- George Washington Day Holiday Schedule for Feb. 21 (Feb. 4, 2011)
- Keep Your Pets Safe During Winter (Feb. 4, 2011)
- Interested in Ending Homelessness? Attend a Forum Feb. 16 (PDF) (Feb. 4, 2011)
Feb. 3
- Stuff the Bus Food for Fairfax Drive Feb. 5 Events in Clifton, Springfield (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Bulova and McKay Statements on VDOT's HOV/HOT Lanes Update (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Invention of Dance Performance This Saturday, Feb. 5 @ West Potomac (PDF) (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Free Outdoor Adventure & Fitness Expo "Be Fit McLean!" Feb. 26 (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Bicycle Master Plan Public Meeting on Feb. 17 Features Tysons Final Draft (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Preventing and Ending Homelessness "Partner Update" Released (PDF) (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Statewide Tornado Drill March 15, Nearly Half Million Registered (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Lake Fairfax Rainbow Trout Fishing Resumes Feb. 18 (Feb. 3, 2011)
- Public Comment Sought for Banks Park Master Plan, Feb. 17 Meeting (Feb. 3, 2011)
Feb. 2
- Make Valentines at Lake Accotink's Hearts and Crafts Program (PDF) (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Consider Going Native When Planting This Spring (PDF) (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Business, Professional, Occupational License Renewal Deadline is March 1 (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Register Now for Pre-Disaster Recovery Planning (PDRP) Meeting (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Be Mine, Feline Adoption Event Starts Feb. 5 (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Victim Identified in Murder Case (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Volunteers Needed to Help Teens Prepare for Robotics Tournament (Feb. 2, 2011)
- Sweetheart Dinner and Dance on Feb. 12 at Kingstowne Center (Feb. 2, 2011)
Feb. 1
- Celebrate African-American History Month by Attending Free County Events (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Update: Mother and Child Located (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Update: Police Charge Suspect with Murder (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Reston Community Center Aquatics Center Closed Wed.-Fri. (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Fairfax County EDA Worked With 154 Companies Adding More Than 6,400 Jobs in 2010 (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Veterans Needed to Mentor Injured Service Members (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Office of Emergency Management Seeks Public Input to Support Development of Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Police Probe Link between Burglary Cases (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Police Looking for Missing Mother and Child (Feb. 1, 2011)
- February Issue of Golden Gazette Now Online (PDF) (Feb. 1, 2011)
- Police Investigate Suspicious Death (Feb. 1, 2011)



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