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Dena Monticone channels heartache & growth in new single
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Local singer-songwriter blends alt-rock grit and DIY production to explore love, loss and the challenge of moving forward

Robinson girls’ soccer win streak tested in tie with Fairfax
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

McQuillen supports Willard Sherwood project
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
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Projects should focus on affordability
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
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GMU grad student uses the healing power of art to help other veterans
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Family tapped to share NFL draft pick
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Voters wait on SCOVA redistricting decision
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Residents question Reston National proposal
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Fairfax County recently sought public feedback on its proposed FY 2027 budget, drawing criticism from many residents.

Brain-healthy beauty: What goes on your skin can impact brain health
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Fairfax County student turns art into environmental action
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

The Doo Wop Project brings timeless harmonies to life in McLean
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Broadway veterans blend classic hits and modern twists in a high-energy, family-friendly show

Vienna welcomes spring with plants and produce
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Virginia officials warn of rising tick activity as spring begins
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Family-friendly concert celebrates 250 years of freedom
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Madison Warhawks lacrosse puts 2025 in the rearview after a hot start
May 1, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Redistricting: Questions facing the Supreme Court
April 25, 2026, 4:21 pm | Source
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Trees over tarmac: Why the Fairfax City Council got it right
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
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Mason alumnus returns to perform with Doug Varone and Dancers in a free performance
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Technology company creates new jobs in Reston
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Ex-Lt. Gov. kills his estranged wife, a beloved Fairfax dentist
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

McLean ophthalmologist brings new keratoconus treatment stateside
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Residents are critical of county budget
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Fairfax County recently sought public feedback on its proposed FY 2027 budget, drawing criticism from many residents.

Could mouth taping help you sleep better?
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
We know that good sleep is important and that it impacts so many areas of our health. But it’s discouraging to hear we need seven to nine hours of uninterrupted sleep a night, as that’s simply not possible for many.…

Court cases could upend redistricting effort
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Two tree-planting events on tap for Arbor Day in Vienna
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

David Wilcox brings new songs and hard-won perspective to Jammin Java
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Folk veteran returns to Vienna stage with fresh material shaped by loss, resilience and renewed creative energy

The only festival of its kind didn’t just happen; It hit
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Alan Doyle brings sing-along energy and East Coast roots to The Birchmere
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Beloved Newfoundland musician blends solo work, Great Big Sea favorites and traditional songs

Local ski brothers dominate the slopes, collecting six medals
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Stop blaming inflation; start building homes
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
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McLean fencer clinches bronze medal at World Championships
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

A dog who chose his own job
April 24, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

How to support your child’s health during peak allergy season
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Spring allergy season often sneaks up on families, with sudden sniffles and itchy eyes appearing almost overnight. Taking a proactive approach can make a big difference, helping manage symptoms early and easing the transition between seasons.

Early vote on redistricting underway, final voting Tuesday
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Early voting on a hotly contested measure changing Virginia’s congressional districts to lean Democratic began on March 6 and runs through April 18. Voters who do not cast an early ballot can vote at their regular polling place on April…

Rob Lake brings Broadway magic to George Mason’s Center for the Arts
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
The celebrated illusionist performs his latest eye-opening show

Kindred the Family Soul returns to The Birchmere
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Beloved neo-soul duo blends timeless hits, family stories and communal energy

Celebrate Earth Day events around the county
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Yoo’s athletes, coach selected for World Taekwondo Junior Championships
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

James Madison girls’ soccer looks to regroup after rocky stretch
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

New report exposes “medical debt ecosystem”
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
A new report by researchers from Stanford and George Washington University, analyzing 15 years of Virginia court records, unveiled what they call a coordinated “medical debt ecosystem,” where hospitals, law firms, and courts join forces to “extract billions from patients.”

Lawmakers divided over billions in data center tax breaks
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
State lawmakers will soon return to the Capitol after ending the General Assembly session without a budget, in part due to some debate over whether to continue current tax breaks for data centers.

Persistence pays off
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Green Expo connects community to sustainable living
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Why fiber is your friend
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Protein is everywhere right now. I don’t think there’s any food (or drink) product left untouched by the possibility of adding some form of protein. While I do have my reservations about the extent of the protein trend, I’ll save…

Surovell vows to continue push for casino despite veto
April 17, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Fairfax County officials and community advocates are praising Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s veto of legislation that would have allowed a casino in the county, while the bill’s sponsor said he plans to continue pushing the proposal.

I’ve been waiting years for housing solutions from state leaders. Will they finally deliver?
April 10, 2026, 1:40 pm | Source
I’m a kindergarten teacher in Fairfax County and the proud mom of an amazing eight-year-old daughter. In a lot of ways, I consider myself blessed–but when it comes to housing, I want better for my family. I want bold solutions…

Why you can’t buy a house in 2026
April 10, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

GMU student tastes success with senior meal delivery service
April 10, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

Virginia’s health insurance market faces challenges
April 10, 2026, 4:00 am | Source
Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) officials say Virginia’s health insurance market is facing rising premiums, increased federal regulations, “record disenrollments,” and “pending budget provisions” that would affect premiums.

Punching back against Parkinson’s
April 10, 2026, 4:00 am | Source

About Fairfax Times:

The history of the newspaper can be traced back to when Arthur W. “Nick” Arundel established the Times Community Newspapers. Back in 1963, Arundel, who happened to be the son of Russell Arundel, a notable figure in Pepsi-Cola bottling, acquired the long-standing Loudoun Times-Mirror, which had been in operation for 165 years and was centered in Loudoun County, Virginia. With enthusiasm, Arundel expanded his newspaper venture, acquiring papers in various locations across Virginia such as Annandale, Centreville, Chantilly, Fairfax, Herndon, McLean, Reston, Springfield, and Vienna.

The year 2008 witnessed a significant development when Times Community Newspapers merged its local newspapers in Centreville, Fairfax City, Fairfax Station, Herndon, McLean, Reston, and Vienna into a single publication. This new combined publication came to be known as the Fairfax County Times.

In 2009, there were speculations that the Loudoun Times-Mirror might merge with the Fairfax County Times. During this time, the Loudoun Times-Mirror reduced its workforce and joined forces with the Fairfax County Times to streamline operations. However, no actual merger took place.

Then, on May 26, 2009, Times Community Newspapers made a sale, transferring ownership of the Fairfax County Times to The Gazette, a newspaper group headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Notably, The Gazette group is a part of Post-Newsweek Media, a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company. By February 2012, the Fairfax Times was operating under the umbrella of the Post-Newsweek Media division.

In November 2012, the Fairfax Times welcomed a new co-tenant as D.C. television station WRC-TV established its Northern Virginia bureau within the newspaper’s offices.

Moving ahead to August 2013, Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com, acquired The Washington Post Company’s newspaper business for $250 million. This acquisition included The Washington Post, the Post Express daily free newspaper, El Tiempo Latino (a Spanish language newspaper), The Gazette weeklies, a printing plant located in Springfield, Virginia, and a parcel of land in Charles County, Maryland. Following this transaction, Nash Holdings LLC, a company owned by Bezos, officially became the owner of the Fairfax Times on September 30, 2013, when the sale was finalized.

The story continued in June 2015 when Nash Holdings made the decision to sell the Fairfax Times to Whip It Media. This locally owned company was founded by Richard Whippen, who previously served as the newspaper’s general manager.

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