Stories for May 2026

Stories for May 2026

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Thursday, May 21

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Refugee Women Graduate with New Skill

Refugee Women Graduate with New Skill

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Remembering the Fallen

Ceremony honors fallen officers at Waterfront Park.

Ceremony honors fallen officers at Waterfront Park.

Wednesday, May 20

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Gov. Spanberger Vetos Collective Bargaining Bill

Unions say the veto violated campaign promises

Unions say the veto violated campaign promises

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A Century in Motion

At 100, Marvin Hurley still listens for the beat of the world — late into the night.

100 years old

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Project PEACE Remembers, Looks Forward

Peace brothers and sisters

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Doorways Celebrates 20 years with Pig & Oyster Roast

Fundraiser and outreach for nonprofit creating pathways out of homelessness, domestic violence and sexual assault.

Oysters

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Neighborhood Bees Produce First Honey of the Season

McLean beehives produce gold.

Honey

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Behind the Garden Gates

Fairfax County’s Historic Garden Week Blooms with Beauty, Hospitality, and Hidden Surprises

Flowers

Tuesday, May 19

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Original Rockers in a Town Full of Tribute Bands

In fact, it’s a real “drag” says one of Bitter Luck’s songs.

Rock Music

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Sun Season is Here and So Is Melanoma

Melanoma Monday was May 4 followed by National Safe Sun Week starting Monday, May 18.

Melanoma

Monday, May 11

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Localizing Mental Health

HopeLink answers the 988 calls.

Mental Health call line

Friday, May 8

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At 102, Still Writing Life’s Next Adventure

From a western Maryland farm girl to wartime physical therapist to late-in-life author, Esther Lang proves that creativity, curiosity, and purpose have no age limit.

Author

Thursday, May 7

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Local Author’s Book, ‘The Cellar Below the Cellar'

Dark text lures readers 13+ into modern survival with ancient folklore.

Author

Vet’s Eye for Greatness

Defies odds in the sport of horse racing.

Horses

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Board of Supervisors Approves FY27 Budget Markup

Tax rate cut, schools underfunded, economic uncertainty reserve increases.

Budget

Wednesday, May 6

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Bounty of Farmers Markets in Fairfax County

Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.

Park Authority and independent markets open, some dog-friendly.

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Intercity Bus Service Returns to Tysons

10-year transit desert for intercity bus travel, but is Tysons ready?

Bus

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Skip Castro Keeps the Dance Floor Rocking at Jammin’ Java

Skip Castro Keeps the Dance Floor Rocking at Jammin’ Java