For over two decades, Kader’s Barbershop has been a cornerstone of the Fairfax City community, offering exceptional men's grooming services with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Established in 2010, this family-owned establishment has built a reputation for delivering precise haircuts, meticulous beard trims, and traditional hot towel shaves, all within a welcoming and professional environment.​

The snow is still on the ground and the temperatures remain below freezing.  It's the best time of year to make a fire and watch football. Next Monday night will be the college football championship between Ohio State and Notre Dame, two legendary gridiron programs.  I will be watching.

A dozen female students at Fairfax High School accused fellow student Israel Flores Ortiz of multiple assaults, including inappropriately touching their private parts and buttocks in the hallways, prompting his arrest on March 7, 2026. Ortiz, nearly 19 and enrolled as an 11th grader, faces nine counts of misdemeanor assault and battery.

A notable example occurred recently outside Fair Oaks Mall reported by WTOP on January 3, 2026. Police received calls reporting a man with a bow and arrow threatening people. Within a minute, a drone was overhead. The live video feed showed the man was not armed with a bow but holding a stick and experiencing a mental health crisis. This information allowed officers to respond calmly, de-escalating the situation without putting anyone at risk.

In a major shift in Virginia's immigration policy, Governor Abigail Spanberger directed the state's law enforcement agencies to end their formal cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on February 4, 2026.

Together, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln represent the bookends of America’s early history. Washington gave the country its foundation, and Lincoln preserved it when it was most at risk. Their stories remind us that leadership is tested not in times of ease, but in moments of uncertainty. As Virginians reflect each Presidents Day, we are reminded that our state has been both witness to and participant in the defining chapters of the American story—a story still unfolding today.

A dozen female students at Fairfax High School accused fellow student Israel Flores Ortiz of multiple assaults, including inappropriately touching their private parts and buttocks in the hallways, prompting his arrest on March 7, 2026. Ortiz, nearly 19 and enrolled as an 11th grader, faces nine counts of misdemeanor assault and battery.

In a major shift in Virginia's immigration policy, Governor Abigail Spanberger directed the state's law enforcement agencies to end their formal cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on February 4, 2026.

A group of Buddhist monks continues their long spiritual pilgrimage from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., walking roughly 2,300 miles to promote peace, compassion and unity across the country.  One specific goal they have is to ask Congress to recognize Vesak - the day that marks the birth and enlightenment of the Buddha - as a federal holiday intended to be a day of reflection, compassion, and unity for all people.

Northern Virginia’s housing market finished 2025 with mixed signals: inventory rose significantly, sales increased only slightly, and buyer leverage strengthened across nearly all counties. According to the latest Casey Samson 2025 Market Update, the region is entering 2026 largely as a buyer’s market, offering opportunities for those looking to purchase.

Samuel Fuller's "Park Row" charges onto the screen with all the subtlety of a newsboy shouting headlines on a busy street corner. Set in the gritty world of 1880s newspaper publishing, this film serves up a delicious cocktail of journalism, romance, and occasional fisticuffs that would make any modern-day media mogul raise their eyebrows – and possibly their printing presses (Park Row (1952) - IMDb, n.d.). If you are not a fan of the classics, try to stay awake for the first 18 minutes.  

Tyler Perry's attempt to bring the remarkable story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory...

Director Ava DuVernay's highly anticipated film Origin recently hit theaters, captivating audiences with its profound exploration of systemic injustice, racial identity, and personal grief. Adapted from Isabel Wilkerson's acclaimed book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, the movie intertwines Wilkerson's journey with her broader examination of caste systems across the globe—most notably slavery in the United States, genocide in Nazi Germany, and the untouchables in India. 

Rugby fans across the DMV have something huge to cheer about: Old Glory DC is officially bringing all 2026 home games to George Mason University in Fairfax—and the move promises to energize not just the team, but the entire region. “This is a milestone in our community. The first pro sports team in Fairfax since 1976. When the NASL’s Washington Diplomat played at Woodson High School,” city resident, Chap Petersen continued “as a long-time rugby player, I am very excited to see OG drop anchor here.”

The snow is still on the ground and the temperatures remain below freezing.  It's the best time of year to make a fire and watch football. Next Monday night will be the college football championship between Ohio State and Notre Dame, two legendary gridiron programs.  I will be watching.

The Fairfax Homeschool Athletics (FHS) Varsity Girls Hawks continue their winning streak with a 13-0 standing. The Hawks’ most recent win came on January 4, 2025, playing against the Loudon County Homeschool team. The Hawks won with a final score of 58 to 40. The team is composed of three Seniors, two Juniors, four Sophomores, five Freshmen, and one 8th grader. All girls have been vital to the team’s overall performance and success.  The Hawks scored as high as 70 points in one game. The three closest rivals were Fredericksburg Victory with a final score of 44 -40 with a four-point difference played on January 3, 2025, Spirit Homeschool League with a final score of 51 to 45 with a six-point difference, and the Frederick Warriors with an overall score of 53- 46 with a seven-point difference. 

The George Mason women's basketball program stands at what appears to be the dawn of a golden era.​ Under Blair-Lewis's leadership, they've transformed from a struggling program into a conference contender, with their current 13-3 record. She systematically rebuilt a struggling program in just three years. From a team that won just three games in 2020-21, Mason has evolved into a formidable force, setting program records with 23 regular season wins and 14 Atlantic 10 victories in 2023-24.

Northern Virginia, long known as Data Center Alley, has become a magnet for cloud infrastructure. Amazon recently paid $700 million for 189 acres in Prince William County, a site originally planned for homes. Google has acquired 312 acres in Botetourt County, and investors continue to snap up parcels in Spotsylvania, Campbell, and beyond.

A group of Buddhist monks continues their long spiritual pilgrimage from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., walking roughly 2,300 miles to promote peace, compassion and unity across the country.  One specific goal they have is to ask Congress to recognize Vesak - the day that marks the birth and enlightenment of the Buddha - as a federal holiday intended to be a day of reflection, compassion, and unity for all people.

For over two decades, Kader’s Barbershop has been a cornerstone of the Fairfax City community, offering exceptional men's grooming services with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Established in 2010, this family-owned establishment has built a reputation for delivering precise haircuts, meticulous beard trims, and traditional hot towel shaves, all within a welcoming and professional environment.​

The financial burden of diabetes treatment has rapidly escalated over the past two decades,...