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FFXnow Daily Debrief for Sep 15, 2026

By FFXnow.com
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Good Tuesday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Sep 15, 2026.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Wednesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.

☀️ Wednesday’s forecast

Expect sunny weather with a high of about 86°F and a light south wind blowing at 3 to 6 mph. Wednesday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 66°F, and similar southern breezes continuing at 3 to 6 mph. See more from Weather.gov.

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

Thanks for reading! Feel free to discuss the day’s happenings in the comments.

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Fort Belvoir’s Oktoberfest Returns Sep. 24–27 at New Pullen Field Location

By Sponsor
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Image from Fort Belvoir's Oktoberfest Returns Sep. 24–27 at New Pullen Field Location
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Get your lederhosen and dirndls ready! Fort Belvoir Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) is thrilled to host the 28th Annual Oktoberfest, a four-day festival celebrating German culture, food, and family fun from September 24–27 at its new location, Pullen Field.

This highly anticipated community event brings the spirit of Bavaria to Fort Belvoir with authentic German cuisine, beer, and lively music. The festival features a thrilling carnival, a scenic Volksmarch 5K/10K Walk, and activities for the entire family. It’s an unforgettable experience for everyone!

Event Schedule:

  • Thursday, Sept. 24: 6–10 p.m.

  • Friday, Sept. 25: 4–11 p.m.

  • Saturday, Sept. 26: noon–11 p.m.

  • Sunday, Sept. 27 (Military Appreciation Day): noon–8 p.m.

What to Expect:
From the sounds of traditional German music to the tastes of bratwurst and pretzels, Oktoberfest offers a multi-sensory experience. Guests can enjoy a wide selection of food and beverages, shop for unique Oktoberfest merchandise like Bavarian mugs and hats, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The carnival will be running throughout the festival, offering fun rides and attractions for all ages. Ride tickets will be sold onsite, with discounted wristbands for Active Duty and their family members on Military Appreciation Sunday.

Plan Your Visit:
Oktoberfest is located at Pullen Field (9625 Middleton Road) on Fort Belvoir. All visitors aged 18 and older without a valid DoD or military ID must obtain a visitor pass in advance. To ensure smooth access, please arrange for your sponsored pass at least 72 hours prior to your visit. Free parking will be adjacent to the event area. For the most up-to-date information on installation access, vendor lists, and entertainment schedules, please visit the official website at belvoir.armymwr.com.

A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Fort Belvoir Family and MWR extends a heartfelt thank you to our presenting sponsor, USAA, and all our valued sponsors for their incredible support in making this community event possible.

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Countywide

UPDATED: Fairfax supervisors restore crossing guard funding after residents rally for action

By Scott McCaffrey, Mary Stachyra Lopez and Angela Woolsey
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Hunter Mill District School Board Representative Melanie Meren speaks at a rally to call for crossing guard funding on Sept. 15, 2026 outside the Fairfax County Government Center in support of restoring crossing guards (staff photo by Mary Stachyra Lopez)

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted today (Sept. 15) to restore funding for crossing guard services at a number of public high schools.

The board unanimously approved a fiscal year 2026 budget carryover review package that included $707,908 in funding and 11 full-time police positions to restore coverage of 11 crossings at 10 high schools for the remainder of fiscal year 2027, which began on July 1 and will end on June 30, 2027.

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Announcement

Adult and Kids’ Italian Classes Launching in Vienna

By The Italian Cultural Society
Group of children gathered around a large wall map in a classroom, pointing and placing markers to indicate a location together.

Traveling to Italy, looking to learn a new language, or want to brush up on existing Italian skills? The Italian Cultural Society has provided Italian language lessons since 1974, and recently expanded its services to Northern Virginia. This fall, kids and adults can take lessons at our new location at the Vienna Community Center. Saturday, in-person classes are taught by native Italian speakers.

Adults can meet other community members interested in Italian, build real-world language skills (like how to order at a restaurant, purchase tickets at a station, or ask for directions), and learn more about Italy’s culture, art, and history while also acquiring the grammatical skills and vocabulary needed to advance in the language. Kids will learn through age-appropriate games, crafts, songs, and more. Our Virginia Chapter courses start at age 2 and go all the way up the 8th grade.

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News

Centreville’s 41-acre Trinity Centre office park could be replaced with housing

By Mary Stachyra Lopez
Rendering of a modern dark-gray mixed-use building with glass storefronts on the ground level and residential floors above.
A multifamily residential building in Stanley Martin Homes and JLB Partners' proposed Trinity Centre redevelopment (via KTGY/Fairfax County)

Two developers are hoping to build a significant amount of new housing on a 41-acre area in Centreville that is currently home to four office buildings.

On the heels of Fairfax County approving an updated long-term vision for a large part of the Centreville area, affiliates of developers Stanley Martin Homes and JLB Partners filed a rezoning application in early September offering two options for redeveloping the Trinity Centre office park.

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Event

Graphic Novel School Break Camp

Bright yellow poster announcing a 'Graphic Novel School Break Camp' with 'Coming Soon' graphic, date and location details included for a September camp.

Event location

The Community Studio at John Calvin Presbyterian Church

6531 Columbia Pike

Annandale, Virginia 22003

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Calling all budding artists & writers Ages 8 – 12, spend your day off of school at The Community Studio working with a professional Graphic Novelist to bring your big ideas to life. September's featured artist is Brigitta Blair.

Before and after care is available. Space is limited

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Around Town

Reston wine and houseware shop plans grand opening with tastings, music

By Angela Woolsey
Smiling woman in a denim jacket holding a wine glass in a cozy home wine bar setting with bottles on wooden shelves behind her.
Kinship Wine and Wares owner and founder Jennifer Monago with a glass of wine (courtesy East 27 Creative)

After more than a month in business, Kinship Wine + Wares is ready to christen its launch in Reston with an official grand opening.

The wine and vintage houseware shop will formally introduce itself to Lake Anne Plaza with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by the Reston Chamber of Commerce on Thursday (Sept. 17), followed by a community celebration on Saturday (Sept. 19).

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News

JUST IN: Health care coalition leader charged with illegally filming teens in Tysons stores

By Angela Woolsey
Mugshot of a bald man with a gray beard, wearing a light blue button-down shirt, standing against a gray backdrop.
Shawn Gremminger (via FCPD)

The recently removed leader of a national coalition of health care purchasers is facing an assortment of criminal charges after allegedly taking obscene videos of teens at Tysons stores.

Officers were called to the 1900 block of Chain Bridge Road at around 12:30 p.m. on both Aug. 16 and 17 for reports of unlawful filming, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.

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News

Fairfax City moves forward with University Drive bicycle lane project

By Acacia James
Busy urban intersection with cars waiting at red lights under overhead signals and clear blue sky.
The University Drive and North Street intersection in Fairfax City (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Fairfax City is moving ahead with a plan to add bicycle lanes on University Drive, north of Old Town.

The Fairfax City Council unanimously approved awarding a $725,551 contract to Arthur Construction Company Inc. to construct the bike lanes during a meeting last Tuesday (Sept. 8).  The project calls for parts of the roadway to be reduced to make room for the proposed changes.

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Countywide

Sluggish August home sales in Fairfax may portend a softer fall market

By Scott McCaffrey
A for sale sign for a house in Vienna coming soon to the market (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Fairfax County saw a slight decline in home prices and a more substantial drop in overall sales in August, as buyers pulled back in the wake of increased interest rates.

According to one key regional analyst, that could be the precursor to a sluggish remainder of the year.

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News

Community mourns after owner of Vienna’s Caffe Amouri dies from cancer

By Angela Woolsey
Exterior view of The Caffé Amouri coffee shop with a black awning, glass windows, and wooden doors; pumpkins decorate the outdoor seating area on a sunny day.
Caffe Amouri at 107 Church Street NE in Vienna (photo by Amy Woolsey)

The Town of Vienna has lost a beloved community figure.

Michael Amouri, founder and owner of Caffe Amouri, died at his home this weekend, more than three years after he was diagnosed with lung cancer, the coffeehouse announced Saturday evening (Sept. 12).

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