The City of Fairfax’s public meetings are currently inaccessible online after the platform that hosts its videos and agendas detected a vulnerability in its web programming language.
“Granicus has identified a PHP vulnerability and temporarily took all Media Manager services offline as a precaution, while they assess any potential impact,” the city said in a notice issued this morning (Wednesday).
Fairfax County had a strong showing in this year’s round-up of the 50 Best Restaurants in the region by Northern Virginia Magazine.
Unveiled in full at noon today (Wednesday), the annual tribute to Northern Virginia’s top dining establishments features a total of 24 eateries in Fairfax, including five that made the ranked top 10 released last Friday (Oct. 16) and seven that are making their first-ever appearances on the list.
Fall-A-Palooza Brings Free Seasonal Fun to Reston Station
Fall into the fun at Reston Station’s Fall-A-Palooza on Sunday, October 25, from 4–7 p.m. Celebrate the season with an afternoon of live music, family-friendly activities, delicious food, and harvest-inspired drinks at 1900 Reston Metro Plaza in Reston.
A live DJ kicks off the festivities from 4–5 p.m., followed by the cover band headliner Gonzo’s Nose from 5–7 p.m., bringing an energetic soundtrack to your fall afternoon.
Between songs, explore a petting zoo, let the kids bounce into the fun at the bounce house, or add a little sparkle with glitter tattoos. Outdoor games and a photo booth offer plenty of ways to play and capture the day, while Sip-n-Stroll lets guests enjoy a festive drink as they explore.
Come hungry for giant Bavarian pretzels, pies, apple cider donuts, cotton candy, gelato, and more. Toast the season with seasonal cocktails and spiked apple cider, or cozy up with hot apple cider and hot chocolate.
Gather your friends and family and make an afternoon of fall’s favorite flavors, lively entertainment, and seasonal fun at Reston Station.
Frying Pan Farm Park’s popular bovine competition, billed as “the slowest race you will ever cheer for,” is set to return to the Herndon-area park this week.
Seven cows will take to the “race track” Thursday evening (Oct. 22) for the seventh annual NASCOW FundRACER at the farm (2709 West Ox Road) in the Frying Pan area south of Herndon. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., with cows taking to the track at 6 p.m.
Details are coming into sharper focus for a planned VIP terminal and lounge facility serving Dulles International Airport.
As FFXnow reported in July, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) signed an agreement with Ireland-based daa International to locate the 37,000-square-foot facility on a 1.2-acre parcel of land located near the airport’s Cargo 6 building.
High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!
Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.
Fairfax County fans of D.C.’s Surfside will no longer have to cross the Potomac River to indulge in its tacos and laid-back beach vibes.
The Tex-Mex restaurant is set to open in McLean’s Chesterbrook Shopping Center at 6218 Old Dominion Drive tomorrow (Thursday), property owner Federal Realty confirmed to FFXnow.
Fairfax County’s elected leaders struggled yesterday (Oct. 20) to formulate the correct balance between public safety and individual privacy, as they discussed the future of automatic license plate readers (LPRs) in the county.
“There are questions that still need answers,” said Franconia District Supervisor Rodney Lusk, who chaired the supervisors’ Safety and Security Committee that spent two hours going over the subject.
Fairfax County police are investigating a series of potentially connected burglaries targeting mostly fast-casual chain restaurants, dating back to July.
The first burglary was reported on July 13 at 8:05 a.m., drawing officers to a Taco Bamba in Springfield’s Backlick Shopping Center (6691-A Backlick Road).
Va. Creates Medicaid Assistance Coalition — “Virginia is bringing healthcare and workforce organizations together to help residents keep their health coverage and navigate new federal requirements for Medicaid and other assistance programs.” The new Virginia United Coalition will focus initially on raising public awareness and “adding staff or training to help organizations and agencies make referrals.” [Virginia Mercury]
Police Seek Vehicle Possibly in Hit-and-Run — “Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are seeking the community’s assistance in locating a vehicle believed to be involved in the October 4 fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Springfield. Detectives are searching for a 2017–2022 white Nissan Rogue missing its driver’s side mirror and black fender guards from the front driver’s side wheel well.” [FCPD]
N. Va. Congressmen’s Offices Evacuated — “U.S. Reps. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va.-10th, and Eugene Vindman, D-Va.-7th, both received letters with an unknown substance on them. The letter sent to Subramanyam was delivered to his district office in Leesburg Monday, while the correspondence to Vindman arrived at his office in the Woodbridge area Friday. Both buildings were deemed safe after brief evacuations.” [Inside NoVA]
County Executive Stopped by Police — “On Oct. 16, a Fairfax County police officer pulled over Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill on Sully Road” for not having a front license plate on his vehicle, prompting a testy exchange. Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis defended the officer, while Hill later apologized for creating any difficulties, stating that he has since fixed his license plate’s placement. [WJLA]
Big Cost for Filling Child Care Gap — “Closing Virginia’s child care affordability gap would require up to $4.5 billion annually over the next decade, according to the Virginia Department of Education — an investment that, under one scenario, would also raise annual pay for 43,000 educators by an average of $17,000.” [Virginia Mercury]
Economic Concerns Driving Voters — “With 14 days until Election Day, voters are already casting ballots and weighing the issues they want elected officials to address, from the cost of living to health care and the reliability of political information … Nicholas Goedert, an associate professor of political science at Virginia Tech who studies American politics and legislative elections, said economic concerns remain a major factor for voters.” [WUSA9]
Merrifield Bank of America Plan Advances — “A former Uno Pizzeria & Grill restaurant in Fairfax County could be replaced with a new Bank of America branch with a drive-through ATM, according to a proposal that recently cleared a county planning hurdle. The Fairfax County Planning Commission voted 10-0 on Oct. 14 to recommend approval of the project at 3058 Gate House Plaza.” [Patch]
Tips for Halloween Celebrations — “It’s time for scary, silly and all kinds of costumes in all corners of our community. Here are a few things to know about Halloween in Fairfax County,” including when to expect trick-or-treaters, tips for safely navigating dark streets, and advice for homeowners and pet owners. [Fairfax County Government]
It’s Wednesday — Sunny with a high near 65 and a north wind of 8 to 10 mph. Night will be mostly clear, with a low around 46 and a northwest wind around 6 mph. [NWS]
There’s more local news to explore. Check out WSHnow, with stories from around the region.
Good Tuesday evening, Fairfax County. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow.
Everything else we published today, Oct 20, 2026.
Workshops You’ll Love at Art House 7
Explore exciting fall workshops at Art House 7! Coming up October 24–25, master artist Teresa… [Announcement]
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Fairfax County, from our event calendar.
Lunch with Dr. T: Let’s Talk About Perimenopause and Menopause
Oct 23: A free lunch and talk on perimenopause and menopause with Kavita Tripathi, MD [Event]
🗑️ Shred Day with Lafayette Federal
Oct 24: Shred your documents safely and free [Event]
Child Safety Fun Fair & Car Seat Check
Oct 25: Get your child car seat inspected by a Nationally Certified Technician for FREE! [Event]
Building Your New Mom Village Mixer
Oct 29: First-time pregnant moms, new moms and perinatal providers – let’s connect! Note: this location is near MOSAIC DISTRICT. [Event]
Diwali: A Celebration of Inner Light – Hosted by the Brahma Kumaris
Nov 1: Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with us at the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center for a joyful and uplifting afternoon for the whole family. [Event]
Dialogue for Democracy
Nov 3: Dialogue for Democracy invites high school students from across the DMV to George Mason University. [Event]
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Today: Fairfax County saw a high of 72° at 3:35 p.m. (4° above normal), a low of 43° at 1:05 a.m., no rain and a peak gust of 21 mph.
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 47. North wind around 8 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 64. North wind 7 to 10 mph.
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