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A procedural hearing is set for Aug. 22 in the murder case against former IRS agent Brendan Banfield, who is accused of killing his wife and another man, as well ...

When we think about exercise, we usually focus on the physical benefits of stronger muscles, better balance, and a healthier heart. Which are all beneficial. But racquet sports are unique in that ...

Connie Schreiber, owner and executive director of Fencing Sports Academy, understands that her business and sport are fighting an uphill battle in Fairfax County. With so many people focused on ...

Now, Virginia House of Speed returns to Houston with the largest number of AAU Junior Olympic qualifiers in its history – a testament to the team’s dedication and impact. Nearly 30 top-ranked ...

Capital was established in 2011 with a straightforward goal: to bring water polo to Northern Virginia. Unlike in other areas where the sport is more popular, such as California, Texas and Florida ...

Penny is a beautiful girl! She is house-trained and crate-trained. Penny knows all the basic commands and is easily corrected with a firm “no". Her favorite thing is playing with other dogs and ...

Northern Virginia is known as a home to military families and veterans. Elections come and go, and so does the rhetoric of “support for” or “advocacy for” different groups. Yet, ...

On July 18 at approximately 11:43 a.m., officers responded to the 11700 block of the Fair Oaks Shopping Center following a report of a child abduction. According to investigators, a young girl was ...

Charlie and Zeke are an absolutely awesome pair of 4-year-old black cats who were adopted out in 2021 and returned to Pets Bring Joy in 2025. The return had nothing to do with these wonderful ...

When most people think of invasive species in Fairfax County, the first one to come to mind is the spotted lanternfly. The winged adults with white and red wings have ...

For an organization that holds as much historic success as McLean Little League Softball, it is hard to find ways to go above and beyond the standard of dominance. However, ...