Falls Church News-Press

Falls Church News-Press is the premier newspaper serving Falls Church, Northern Virginia and the Washington D.C. area.

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Has Falls Church lost its way? Former Vice Mayor Hal Lippman criticizes the lack of affordable housing. Read more at

https://t.co/JpL0ftBQ1M

#HousingCrisis #FallsChurch

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Affordable housing — at what cost?

A Falls Church proposal aimed at expanding housing options is sparking concern after officials flagged a $175K startup expense and questioned whether the project will deliver enough units to justify it.

Read more: https://t.co/02KDvTqCpE

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Rusted signal arm at W. Broad & N. West in Falls Church raises safety concerns 🚦

More: https://t.co/MVhDYg4WAL

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Rep. Don Beyer’s new AI transparency bill is putting pressure on the White House plan — especially around creators’ rights and copyright. Who gets credit when AI is trained on creative work?
Read more: https://t.co/o9fq5EDCJ9

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Falls Church City Manager Wyatt Shields has announced his retirement.

City Council will launch a nationwide search for his successor — a major transition moment for the Little City.

Read more: https://t.co/9XehKAHDA8

#FallsChurch #LocalNews #NoVA

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DMV fans remember Cinderella runs.

DMV IMPACT ON COLLEGE HOOPS and this years Tournament feels real again👀
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🌸 Looking for spring camps, schools, and programs for your kids?

The Falls Church News-Press Camps & Schools2026 Guide is here! 🎒

👉 Browse the full guide: https://t.co/GyrzaTI2co

#FallsChurch #NorthernVA #KidsActivities #SpringCamps #Education #Parenting #FCNP

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🎨 The Spring Arts & Entertainment Issue is here!

Discover the best of local arts — from theater and music to galleries, events, and creative voices shaping our community this season.

Dive in now 👇
https://t.co/mH47TnAAch
#FallsChurch #ArtsScene #SupportLocalArts #SpringArts

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U.S. Rep. Don Beyer will host a Resource Fair this Saturday, March 21 at 10 a.m. at Wakefield High School in Arlington, offering support for federal workers, contractors, and others facing economic challenges.

More: https://t.co/T5kOlPrO1V

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A delightful, bilingual kids’ show with heart 🎭
Our review of “Séneca, The Library Mouse” at GALA highlights a fun, music-filled story about books, differences, and belonging.
Read more: https://t.co/TO1foJKakn

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Falls Church’s upcoming budget may be tight—but not as severe as neighbors like Fairfax & Arlington facing major shortfalls. Regional layoffs, a shaky office market, and global uncertainty are reshaping the outlook.

Read more: https://t.co/OYuww9rZNi

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Richmond’s 2026 session delivered major wins on rights & fairness. Now all eyes are on April’s redistricting vote.

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Meridian Wraps Up Winter Season with MVP, Character Honors

Meridian High School celebrated its winter athletes Sunday night, recognizing standouts across every program with MVP and Champion of Character awards as the season comes to a close.

Read more: https://t.co/84Xz3Gwfqg

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George Mason’s season ends in a 77-71 NIT loss to Liberty, but the Patriots showed fight, growth, and a glimpse of what’s next. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of 2026. #MasonMBB #A10 #CollegeBasketball

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Meridian’s Will Davis knocks down 1000th point! @MeridianMstangs #basketball #vhsl

https://t.co/eFqmVvGmUX

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#mason #hoops #basketball #nova

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Mason Holds Off Hot-Shooting Loyola, Wins 86-79
https://t.co/nQEBYdwawg

#gmu #mason #hoops #tonyskinn #college #basketball

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MERIDIAN WITH THE BIG COMEBACK WIN AT FAUQUIER 71-51

This game pushes Meridian to 3-0

Leading Scorers
Icabalceta 19
Myles 15
Pye 15
Bryan 15

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@peteybuckets @gmuhoops @BarstoolGMason

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By George The Dream is Alive! 2006 Final Four team to be honored Saturday Dec. 13th in Fairfax!

#GeorgeMason #hoops #collgebasketball @CoachTonySkinn @cdurlak @ByGeorgeGMU @GeorgeMasonU @masonhoops_com @GoMasonSID

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Congrats to our All Region players!

First Team:
OL Ryan McDonald
LB Keaton Grace

Second Team:
TE Rex MacAlister
DB Jack Mossburg
DB Jack Moore
PR Duke Dawson

Honorable Mention:
RB Oumar Thompson
RB Duke Dawson
OL Finn Hauber
LB Seth Hahn
DB Alex Jacobson
P Junior Martinez-Cruz