Pumpkin spice season returns to Fairfax BY LIBBY BONDI, STAFF WRITER The City of Fairfax’s Main Street was packed on Saturday, Oct.11, as the Fairfax Fall Festival returned for another year. The air had that unmistakable crisp autumn feeling, filled…
Protestors from Fairfax join a nationwide demonstration BY EMMA G. SCHAIBLE, OPINIONS EDITOR Music, costumes, car honking and homemade signs created an atmosphere of resistance on the streets of Fairfax this morning, 18 days into a federal government shutdown. Today,…
A small but lively spot offering bold flavors and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled in the bustling streets of Dupont Circle, Astoria DC might not immediately grab attention from the outside, but once inside, it reveals…
The city-sponsored event gives foodies a chance to explore diverse cuisines BY MELANIE JENSEN, STAFF WRITER Fairfax City’s Eighth Winter Restaurant Week began on Monday, Feb. 24, allowing residents and visitors to try food from a variety of diverse restaurants…
Exploring the firefighter shortage in Northern Virginia BY CAROLINE FRISBY, STAFF WRITER Editor’s note: The full transcript of the volunteer firefighter shortage video by Caroline Frisby is provided below. At the Public Safety Headquarters in Fairfax County, the Volunteer Fire…
Administration answers students’ questions about parking, dining and scooters BY JACK HARVEY, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR Mason Housing and Residence Life hosted a town hall with administrative staff from Mason Dining, Auxiliary Enterprises, and Parking and Transportation on Wednesday, Oct. 23….
Check out these cool locations in Fairfax accessible through the CUE bus routes. Locations are five minutes or less from each stop BY NAYOMI SANTOS, STAFF WRITER 29 Diner: If you’re looking for an old-school diner with great comfort food,…
BY ABIGAIL ADCOX NEWS EDITOR Wednesday, Sept. 18 — Fairfax Campus/Mason Shuttle Bus Credit Card Fraud/Larceny: Complainant (GMU) reported the theft and unauthorized use of a credit card. Case 2019-009015 — Pending Tuesday, Sept. 17 — Rappahannock parking deck Hit…
Mason to introduce electric scooters as the newest form of transportation BY MADISON SCHOFIELD, STAFF WRITER Electric scooters have exploded in popularity in recent years. They’ve been popping up in cities all across America and soon they’ll be arriving at…
HSUS undercover investigation reveals dead rabbits left in the freezer BY ABIGAIL ADCOX, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR On Wednesday, April 3, Petland ended its franchise agreement in Fairfax due to an ongoing investigation by the City of Fairfax Police Department of…