🚨💦 Due to flooding this morning, Fairfax County's Pennino Building will be closed for at least a week. In the meantime, seek health, human & employment services online or visit a Human Services Building, including 1850 Cameron Glen, Reston. Details: buff.ly/rKIid6g #FairfaxCounty #Reston

Keep an eye out for the #BuddhistMonks in Fairfax County on their #WalkforPeace this weekend! 🧡 They're expected to stop at Chua Hoa Nghiem (9111 Backlick Rd) on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. A ceremony starts at 12 PM before they head to D.C. at 3 PM. 👣 Follow their live progress: buff.ly/t25KQVV

Winter isn't over yet! ❄️ We're asking for donations of new or gently used winter coats for kids. Can you help us reach our goal by Feb. 18? 🧥 Find donation & drop-off info here: buff.ly/cGxj6DN #CoatsForKids #NoVa #FairfaxCounty

🚨 Alert: Fairfax County's Pennino building will be closed today, Friday, Feb. 6, due to flooding.

It was great to meet with Delegate Vivian Watts, Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation leaders and @novatransit.bsky.social to discuss transportation funding for Northern Virginia. Transportation funding is critical for our region's mobility and economic success.🚘️ 🚄 🚍️

The Board of Supervisors named 5 companies in #HunterMillDistrict as "Best Workplaces for Commuters" for their commitment to smart transit options. Congrats to: ⭐ Association Innovation and Management ⭐ @AudiNews ⭐ @devtechnology ⭐ @ICF ⭐ @take2consulting Learn more: buff.ly/GfBmTcS

Save the date! 👀 Join a virtual community meeting for the Samuel Morse Drive Site-Specific Plan Amendment. Learn about the proposed land-use changes for this 5-acre site in #Reston. 🗓️Monday, Feb. 9 ⏰ 7 – 8:30 PM 🔗 Join via Zoom: bit.ly/45HIEj6 #FairfaxCounty

The #WalkforPeace will passing through #FairfaxCounty. 🚶‍♂️✨ The #BuddhistMonks are expected to arrive at Chua Hoa Nghiem on their way to D.C.: 📍 9111 Backlick Rd, Fort Belvoir 🗓️ Sun., Feb. 8 🕙 10 AM: Arrival 🕛 12 PM: Lunch then ceremony 🕒 3 PM: Walk resumes Follow their progress: buff.ly/t25KQVV

Get ready. Here we go again. Because temps will be below freezing and covered with snow and ice Wednesday morning, the @nws.noaa.gov is warning about a potentially hazardous commute. Snow will likely end between 2-5 a.m. in most areas with a coating to 1-inch accumulation.

Today, the Board of Supervisors honored @cornerstones.bsky.social CEO Kerrie Wilson on her upcoming retirement after nearly 25 years. Her retirement is great loss for Fairfax County as her impact on our community includes advancing affordable housing, providing child care & fighting food insecurity.

I joined @ebpforva.bsky.social, Del. Margaret Franklin, @canekforcouncil.bsky.social, Council Member David Synder, & @novatransit.bsky.social Director @vatransitnerd.bsky.social during the VA Transit Assoc. Advocacy Day in Richmond. It's always great to talk about the importance of transit! 🚌🚄🚃

Tonight, I am joining @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social, faith leaders, and our neighbors at United Christian Parish for a candlelight vigil honoring #RenéeGood and #AlexPretti.🕯️ Their loss was tragic and senseless. We gather tonight in prayer and solidarity to remember them and support one another. 🕊️

Come join the grand reopening party for the Cathy Hudgins Community Center this Saturday, Jan. 31. 🎉 Enjoy free snacks, pizza, vintage arcade games and more!🍕 🎮️ #reston #comunitylove

We gave out more than 100 winter coats for kids in need just before this weekend's storm. 🧥 🧒 Now, we your help restocking our racks as the extreme cold continues. Donate a new or gently used children's coat at my office or Heritage Fellowship Church: buff.ly/mXy7BtJ

❄️ Protect Your Pipes TONIGHT! ❄️ Prevent your pipes from freezing due to the extreme cold. ✔️ Use simple tip: before you go to bed, turn on at least one faucet and let it drip when temps are in the teens or lower.💧 This keeps water moving & helps prevent freezing. Learn more: buff.ly/usN0jV3

The @nws.noaa.gov forecasts dangerously cold weather tonight into Tuesday morning. Get ready by: 🌡️ Dressing in layers and cover exposed skin. 🌡️ Limit time outdoors 🌡️Protect your pipes from freezing: buff.ly/usN0jV3 🌡️Call 703-691-2131 if you see someone who needs shelter

Fairfax Connector will operate limited service on Tuesday, Jan. 27. These routes will run on a Sunday schedule with snow detours: 🚍161 🚍162 🚍171 🚍310 🚍401 🚍402 🚍605 🚍615 🚍662 🚍672 🚍950 🚍RIBS 1 & 3 Questions? Call 703-339-7200.

Waddle you do when the sidewalks are frozen? 🐧 ❄️ The best way to stay upright is to "Walk Like a Penguin": ✅ Bend slightly & keep your knees loose. ✅ Point your feet out slightly. ✅ Take short, shuffling steps. ✅ Keep your center of gravity over your front leg. Stay safe out there!

Fairfax County Government offices and all courts (Circuit Court, General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court) are closed tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 27 See county operating status: fairfaxcounty.gov/status

As you continue to dig out from the snow today❄️ , please consider shoveling any fire hydrants on your street to make sure they're accessible in case of emergency. You can help our first responders🚒, and join the #FCFRD Adopt A Hydrant Program too: buff.ly/C907xG3

County and transportation operating status for today Monday, Jan. 26: 🏛️Fairfax County Government & courts closed, including libraries & Reston Community Center 🏛️Town of Vienna offices & community center closed 🚌Fairfax Connector service suspended 🚆@wmata.com rail runs every 30 mins on all lines

NBC 4 has the Pat Collins Snow Stick, but here in Reston, we do things a little differently. 📏 I’ve officially broken out the "Reston Ruler" and I got a solid 7 inches! ❄️ How’s it looking in your neighborhood?

Fairfax County Government offices & courts are closed on Monday, Jan. 26. Emergency administrative leave is granted for county employees not designated as emergency personnel. More info: fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2026/01/25/f...

Fairfax County facilities will at 8 pm today through Sunday, except for public safety facilities, hypothermia shelters & other essential services. The federal government has announced its DC region offices will be closed Monday.

Due to the impending winter storm, all Fairfax County Government facilities will close at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, and will remain closed through Sunday, Jan. 25. For specific schedule information: fairfaxcounty.gov/status

It's National Weather Service official. A winter storm warning has been declared from Saturday 11 p.m. to Monday 4 a.m. ❄️☃️ To help you prepare, here are 10 things to know: ow.ly/4aW150Y1b9p

Fairfax County's position is clear. We oppose any bill to bring a #casino to #Tysons unless the Board of Supervisors asks for one. #nocasino #fairfaxcounty #virginia #generalassembly

What could be more festive than wearing my @wmata.com holiday sweater while riding public transit in Berlin and Prague during my Christmas market vacation! #wmata #publictransit #christmasmarket

At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, I introduced a successful motion to our adopted state legislative program to oppose a casino in Tysons. I stand firm in my opposition, and now so does the Board of Supervisors.

During today’s legislative committee meeting, I announced my intent to add a provision to our state legislative program opposing a casino in Fairfax County unless the Board of Supervisors requests it. The Board will vote on the full program next Tuesday, Dec. 9. Learn more: buff.ly/4tjPV9J

Thanks to everyone who attended my holiday open house tonight, including @jenniferboysko.com and Del. Karen Keys-Gamarra 🎉❄️ Soecial thanks to the Reston Chorale for leading us in a delightful musical sing along!🎶

Had the best time at today’s #RestonHolidayParade! Kicking off the most wonderful time of the year with great company, including @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social @jenniferboysko.com, Del. Karen Keys-Gamarra, Fairfax County Sheriff Kincaid and so many others. ✨🎄 #restontowncenter #reston #restonva

As you gather around your table, I wish you a very happy #Thanksgiving filled with timeless warmth of a #NormanRockwell painting.🦃 🥧 ❤️

To prepare for Election Day tomorrow, Nov. 4, Fairfax County precinct chiefs are picking up materials for their polling places. For voters, note that the North County Governmental Center isn't a polling place on Election Day. You must vote at the precinct where you're registered.

This morning Cox Charities presented $45,000 in grants to seven nonprofits, including $5,000 to Cornerstones for their efforts to fight hunger. Thanks to the Cox employees who donated money for these charitable contributions!👏

🎉Congratulations to artist and educator Marco Rando on receiving a well-deserved 2025 #ArtsFairfax Award! Rando is the founder of the South Lakes High School STEAM Team, known for their imaginative annual public art installations on Lake Thoreau 🎨

Congratulations to the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department's Sebastian Herbolsheimer for earning Firefighter Rookie of the Year Award! 🏆 👨‍🚒 The Volunteer Fire Commission bestowed the honor at our Board of Supervisors meeting. Thanks to all our brave women & men who are #volunteer firefighters.

The TPB elected Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn as new TPB Chair. @walteralcorn.bsky.social will lead the board's review of #Visualize2050, the National Capital Region Transportation Plan. The TPB will vote on plan approval at its December 17 meeting. More: bit.ly/47aqHJN

Yesterday, the region’s Transportation Planning Board voted to defer the I-495 Southside Express Lanes proposal, which would extend lanes from the Springfield Interchange to Maryland. Our action showed more work is needed on the project to achieve the regional agreement necessary to advance it.

Join the family-friendly activities at the open houses of the Reston and Vienna Fire Stations this Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 🚒 You'll also learn how to prevent fires caused by lithium-ion battery which are becoming increasingly more common.🔋 🔥

Join me this Saturday, Oct. 11 at 10 am for a guided community walk.🚶 We'll explore the trails near Hunters Woods Plaza and docents will share insights on nature, public arts and history.🌱 🖼️ 📜 This event is sponsored by Reston Community Center and One Hunter Woods. Learn more: buff.ly/zZILFnr

It's #BannedBooksWeek.📖 Stand up against censorship and exercise your right read! This week crack open a banned book from this list of top titles that have others have tried to suppress, available at the Fairfax County Library: buff.ly/UwzIuh4

Today, the Board of Supervisors got an update on our draft Virginia General Assembly legislative program. As chair of our Older Adults Committee, I strongly support state legislation to require financial institutions to be trained in scam prevention and report suspected financial exploitation.🚫 💵

Did you know lithium-ion batteries are in most of the electronics in your home? If not used correctly or damaged, they can start a fire or explode. Watch Fairfax County firefighter Davis offer safety tips, and read other battery safety tips🔋🔥 bit.ly/3IUAN9I

Big thanks to the South Lakes High School PTSA for having me help lead the pre-race warmups at the “Do It Your Way 0.5K”! 🏃💪💚💙 We walked 650 steps to raise funds for the PTSA's food pantry that feeds 550 students and families each week. #pantrypoint5K #DoItYourWay #SLHS #reston #lakeanne

To help the about 80,000 federal workers and many contractors who live in Fairfax County, the Board of Supervisors voted this morning to extend the personal property tax deadline for 30 days until Nov. 5. The extension is retroactive to the original Oct. 6 due date. #shutdown2025

I joined @AFSPNCAC for the #OutOfTheDarkness Walk to send a powerful message: you are not alone. Alongside my fellow Board members, I walked to raise awareness and remind everyone that suicide is preventable — and support is always within reach. #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma

Thanks to @CapitalOne Center & @Tephra_Ica for inviting me to speak at the Celebration of the Arts! Stop by this free event for art installations, live music, food + more! It’s open until 5P today and tomorrow 🎨 #artsfestival #tysonsva

What a great day at Vienna’s Oktoberfest sponsored by Vienna Business Association and Town of Vienna. It runs until 7 pm. Come raise a stein!🍺

As our region has been battered by federal jobs cuts and now a #FederalShutdown, Fairfax County wants to know how economic conditions are impacting local businesses. Take this quick survey to help us better tailor our programs & services: buff.ly/D6utXke #EconomicImpact #Shutdown