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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Sobriety Checkpoint: FCPD will host a checkpoint tonight at Leesburg Pike and Rt 286 in Reston. The checkpoint will take place from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Make the right call before you get behind the wheel.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Sobriety Checkpoint tonight at Ox Rd near Christ Church in Fairfax Station. The checkpoint will run from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. A safe ride home starts with a sober driver.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. travel.state.gov/en/internat…
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Heads up: A sobriety checkpoint is planned tonight at Ox Rd and University Dr near the George Mason University area. Officers will be out from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Make the smart choice, drive sober.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Sobriety Checkpoint: Officers will conduct a checkpoint tonight at Richmond Hwy and Jeff Todd Way in Woodlawn. The checkpoint will be held from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Your choices behind the wheel matter. Drive sober.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Sobriety Checkpoint: FCPD will host a sobriety checkpoint tonight at Annandale Rd and Walnut Hill Ln in Annandale. The checkpoint will run from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Drive sober or plan a safe ride home.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Our Police Department is alerting residents about a text message scam falsely claiming to be from Virginia toll services. Protect Yourself • Do not click on links • Verify the claim directly through its official website ow.ly/xTq150Yyjlc
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Avoid the Trap: Toll Payment Text Scam Circulating. Full story here ➡️fcpdnews.wordpress.com/2026/…
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
#FCFRD is working a number of calls for downed wires as a result of the high winds moving through the county. Downed wires are dangerous. Learn what to do and who to contact if you see downed wires by visiting: ow.ly/VHHq50YtMHl
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
🚍Don’t forget: We’re hosting two virtual meetings today to walk through the proposed June 2026 service changes in detail and answer your questions. 🕛 Noon 🕖 7 p.m. The survey is open until March 1. 🔗 Details & meeting links: engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/j01…

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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Connector will operate regular weekday service on Monday, February 23, with snow detours in effect. Our customer service phone line (703-339-7200) will be open until 11 p.m. this evening then again at 4 a.m. Monday. ❄️🚌 fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/…
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
SCAM ALERT Residents report voicemails claiming to be from the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office. ❌ Do NOT return the call ❌ Do NOT share info If you have fallen victim to the scam is encouraged to email FCSO SHF-CIU@fairfaxcounty.gov. More info: ow.ly/AQt150Yephs
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
🚨On Tuesday, February 10, a lane closure will be in effect on Worldgate Drive due to crane installation. Routes 921 and 952 will be impacted.🚍Bus Stops #3824 and #3825 will be temporarily closed during this work. Passengers may use Bus Stop #6356 as an alternate stop.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
As of this morning, the following routes are still on a snow detour: 151, 152, 161, 162, and 703. Updates: ow.ly/NRCj50Y9XsH In response to questions about uncleared bus stops, please see our statement on snow and ice removal on the Alerts page: ow.ly/NRCj50Y9XsH
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
In honor of Valentine’s week, we are waiving fees for civil wedding ceremonies (reg. $75.00) on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 9 AM to Noon at the Fairfax County Courthouse! Registration is required as spaces are limited! For more information, visit ow.ly/wEM050Y9h0H
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Going to party on Super Bowl Sunday? Please use a designated driver. @WRAP_org says free Lyft rides are being offered.
Free Super Bowl Lyft Rides throughout Greater Washington this Sunday to Prevent Drunk Driving 🏈 #SoberRide SoberRide.com
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Monday Service Update! Fairfax Connector will operate regular weekday service on Monday, Feb. 2. But please note that the following routes will begin operating on snow detours until road conditions improve: 151, 152, 161, 162, 310, 394, 432, 703 and 835. fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/…

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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Virginia State Police remind drivers to clear all snow and ice from vehicles. Flying ice on I 95 caused a crash. Driver sustained minor cuts.
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Fairfax County Times retweeted
Winter Salt Week may be over but staying #WinterSaltSmart lasts all season • Shovel early and often • Only apply salt where it’s truly needed • If the sun’s out, let it help melt ice before salting • After the storm, sweep up leftover salt/traction material to reuse next time
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Investigators conclude that both Hayfield Secondary and Fairfax High violated @VHSL_ rules in 2024. @fcpsnews refused to release the whole report and instead offered a sanitized one-line version. The investigation by @BakerMcKenzie followed months of reporting by @AsraNomani and @SravanGNews fairfaxtimes.com/articles/ou…
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