On April 29th, the Fairfax County Republican Party lost a dedicated volunteer and committed patriot in Keith Damon.  Keith was born in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and raised in Mt. Lebanon, PA.  He received his undergraduate degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, NY. In addition, he received his PHD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin. Upon graduation, Keith spent his career at Mobil, working in the New York City and Virginia corporate offices. Once he retired, he became a teacher at Learning Tree International, both locally and internati ..read more

The Board of Supervisors approved a budget with a higher real estate tax rate, more funding for FCPS and employee pay increases. This article appeared here first in the Patch. FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — The real estate tax rate will go up three cents in the budget approved by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Tuesday. The $1.125 per $100 of assessed value is an increase from the current rate of $1.095 per $100 of assessed value. The county said the average residential tax bill will increase by about $450. The three-cent increase is lower than the four-cent increase in the original bu ..read more

This article appeared here first on WTOP.com Budget negotiators in the Virginia General Assembly have reached a bipartisan deal, ending a lengthy standoff over the spending plan and avoiding a highly unusual state government shutdown. Lawmakers will be back in Richmond on Monday to vote on the deal during a special legislative session. JUST IN: Virginia lawmakers reach budget deal, avoiding shutdown. See what's included. https://t.co/dyIpaHoMRZ — WTOP (@WTOP) May 9, 2024 “Folks pretty much in general got what they wanted,” said Del. Luke Torian, who chairs the Appropriations Committee in th ..read more

May marks the celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich cultural diversity, history, and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Here in Fairfax County, we take pride in the vibrant tapestry of cultures that make up our local community, and the AAPI population plays an integral role in that diversity. This month, we not only celebrate the accomplishments and heritage of this community, but also encourage people of all backgrounds to join in the festivities. The Legacy of AAPI Communities Asian Americans and Pa ..read more

The following was written by Stephanie Lundquist-Arora, contributor for the Washington Examiner, and first published here. Members of the Fairfax County School Board only seem to be concerned with students’ and teachers’ “inherent biases” when they are against pre-approved groups. It seems that Jewish students are not among them. According to the Anti-Defamation League, antisemitic incidents are increasing across the country. From 2022 to 2023, ADL reports a 135% increase in such incidents at K-12 schools, totaling 1,162 incidents nationwide. There ..read more

Fairfax, VA – In a decision that has sparked controversy among Fairfax County residents, the Democrat-dominated Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a significant tax hike on Monday during a budget markup meeting. This decision, led by Board Chair Jeff McKay, will raise real estate taxes by three cents, resulting in an estimated $450 annual increase for the average Fairfax County homeowner. Fairfax County Board of Supervisors vote to raise taxes, fees on residents. Homeowners will see on average a $450 increase annually | WJLA https://t.co/2SmyO48VJx — Alana Austin (@alana_austin) Ap ..read more

In recent developments concerning Fairfax County’s education landscape, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJ) has experienced a worrying decline in its standing in the 2024 U.S. News World Report’s ranking of the best public high schools. Once celebrated as the pinnacle of public education in the United States, TJ now ranks 14th, down from 5th in 2023, and from holding the coveted 1st place for three consecutive years before that. This decline is not merely a number but a symptom of a broader issue threatening the quality of education in our county. . @TJHSST_Official ..read more

West Potomac High School’s “Beyond the Page Theatre Company” in Virginia is performing the risqué musical “Kinky Boots,” and in conjunction with that they are promoting a “Drag Brunch” on May 4, 2024. The Daily Signal reported on it. West Potomac High partnered with the "FCPS Pride" org. to put on the musical "Kinky Boots", and invite three drag queens from Washington DC to put on a drag brunch for the students. pic.twitter.com/4TKQQv65up — Tony Kinnett (@TheTonus) April 24, 2024 Thank you to the Colonial Mt. Vernon Women’s Republican Club for taking action on this! What can you do?? 1) Em ..read more

Your Voice Matters in Fairfax County’s Republican Primary Fairfax County Republicans, early voting for the June primary starts on Friday, May 3rd and it’s imperative that every conservative voter takes action. This primary will determine our candidates for critical races, including the Republican nomination to challenge progressive U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, as well as candidates for the 10th Congressional District. (Republican candidates in the 8th and 11th Congressional Districts are running unopposed) Your participation is vital to shaping our future and promoting conservative values in Virgin ..read more

Fairfax County’s radical policies and habit of ignoring the rule of law enabled an illegal immigrant to commit reprehensible crimes against innocent Virginia children. The sheriff needs to cooperate with ICE. She chooses not to. This needs to change immediately.… — Jason Miyares (@JasonMiyaresVA) April 24, 2024 Fairfax County, Virginia, reportedly did not comply with a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer request concerning a Honduran national who was charged with committing sexual offenses against a child, according to ICE on Wednesday. The individual, a 30-year-old man ..read more