Enjoy a sweet treat this weekend and celebrate #NationalIceCream Day on Sunday with events at our parks: 🍦 Burke Lake Ice Cream Parlor 🍧 Making Ice & Ice Cream at Walney at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park 🍨 Ice Cream at Historic Huntley in Alexandria 💌https://ow.ly/3eT650Zp6OY

Our heat plan has been activated for today, July 18. Cooling centers with supplies will be available during operating hours for people needing relief from the heat. For details and tips to stay cool: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/extreme-heat-resources

As we prepare for potential strong to severe thunderstorms, here's who to contact about downed trees and wires: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/who-contact-about-downed-trees-and-wires For more details, visit our storm center: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/stormcenter

Multiple rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Saturday. ⛈️ Here's who to contact about downed trees and wires: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/who-contact-about-downed-trees-and-wires For more information visit, https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/stormcenter

Our Board of Supervisors adopted the Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Lorton area on July 14. The updates reflect extensive staff analysis and a robust community engagement process steered by the Lorton Visioning 2040 Task Force. Learn more: https://ow.ly/FzcX50ZoVbb

Photos of the wildfire smoke this morning in Reston. Remember, there's a Code Red Air Quality alert today, which means the air quality is unhealthy for everyone. Monitor air quality levels as they will change throughout the day: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/air-quality

Watch the latest Check It Out! 🌞📚 From gardens to great books, this episode highlights summer fun at the library — explore gardening tips, the Summer Reading Adventure, and programs for the whole community. Dive in and discover what’s blooming! VIDEO: https://ow.ly/npRn50ZmKrA

Due to wildfires in Canada, a Code Red Air Quality alert has been issued for Friday, July 17, which means air quality is unhealthy for everyone. Protect your health with these tips: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2026/07/16/code-red-air-quality-day-for-friday-july-17/

County Conversation: Chipping Away at the County’s Health Gap 🎧Listen: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/county-conversation-chipping-away-countys-health-gap

During hot days, there is plenty that you can do to stay cool, like visiting shopping malls, the movies, or one of our public buildings when they are open: https://ow.ly/k13U50ZokeG Please check the operating hours to ensure it's open before arriving.

Watch the latest Connect with County Leaders! CEX Bryan Hill sits down with retired U.S. Air Force Four‑Star General Lester L. Lyles—an air combat and space pioneer turned champion for the arts and STEM opportunities for under‑served kids. VIDEO: https://ow.ly/5yq750ZmKmI

AccessAbility Fairfax: Navigating Fairfax Services Together is a FREE, in-person event created specifically for people with disabilities and their families — and you don’t want to miss it. Learn more and pre-register now: https://bit.ly/AccessAbilityFairfax

Beware of Misinformation About Shredding Events at County Facilities 🚫 We continue to see false advertisements for shredding events. These events are not associated with us & we urge you to take steps to avoid misinformation & potential scams. Tips: https://ow.ly/WQq350ZmcOx

Celebrating 10 Years of Diversion First Diversion First has transformed our approach to behavioral health and justice with a wide‑ranging system of diversion services. Learn more https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/celebrating-ten-years-diversion-first?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Are you curious about becoming a foster parent? Hundreds of children in our county need a temporary loving home until they can safely return to their families. Our next virtual information meeting is by invitation only on Tuesday, July 14, at 6:45 p.m. https://bit.ly/4e5gmlW

"School's out for summer." 😎⛱️ School blacktops, playgrounds, outdoor basketball and tennis courts, and tracks are available for use. Learn what items and activities are prohibited: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/guide-to-summer

Brush up on the different ways to stay healthy and safe in the water this #nationalswimmingpoolday 🏊‍♀️ While swimming is a physical activity that offers many health benefits, pools & other recreational water venues are also a place where germs can be spread and injuries may occur

Today's the day! Submissions for the James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards are due by 5 p.m. The awards program honors achievement in the total design of a building and its site. For eligibility requirements and more, visit: https://ow.ly/EAGV50ZmcNB

Behind a drunk driver? Need to report a suspicious person? Alarm going off overnight? Our dispatchers are available, for non-emergency (703-691-2131) and emergency (911) Social media accounts are not monitored 24/7.

Show off your creative skills in "The World We Write," our short story contest co-sponsored by our public library and the Fairfax Library Foundation. Three winners will be chosen in each age group: 📚 Grades 3-6 📚 Grades 7-12 📚 Adults Learn more: bit.ly/FCPL_WorldWeWrite

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Fairfax County and much of the region for Thursday, July 9; scattered severe thunderstorms are possible, with damaging winds the main threat. Sign up for Fairfax Alerts: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/alerts

The spotted lanternfly starts its final transformation from nymph to adult in July. These pests will begin laying their egg masses around the county. What Can You Do? If you see spotted lanternfly nymphs or adults, squish/step on them. More Information: https://bit.ly/44m0eZM

REVIVE! trains you on what to do in an #opioid overdose emergency, how to administer naloxone, and what to do afterward. Register with the Community Services Board for a virtual class: July 21 August 3 August 22 Details: https://bit.ly/2TMDeME

Join our library's Summer Reading Adventure through Aug. 19 📚 Readers of all ages can earn prizes while reading or enjoying fun library activities! More details: https://bit.ly/45T8VJX

Our population and housing inventory continued to grow during 2024, while median home values climbed over 6% between January 2024 and January 2025, according to the newly released Demographic Reports 2025. Take a look: https://ow.ly/LpE750ZlLzG

Summer is officially in full swing, and July has a full slate of fun lined up for our county! 🌞 Visit Fairfax shares a roundup of events and what to do this month: https://www.fxva.com/blog/post/things-to-do-this-july-in-fairfax-county/

Real Estate Taxes Due July 28 🏡 The first real estate tax payment of the year is due July 28, for those who don’t pay their tax through a mortgage company. Pay online by e-check or credit card/debit card: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/taxes/pay

Celebrate #NationalIceCreamDay with our library 🍦 Pohick Regional Library is hosting an event with fun activities for all ages. Details: https://bit.ly/3pNHh0B

The Fairfax Health District saw a 22% reduction in opioid overdose fatalities in 2025 from the previous year. This is the lowest annual number of opioid overdose fatalities in our area since 2015. https://ow.ly/5abM50Zle7x

With so many people on the move, it’s essential to keep safety in mind when traveling during this busy season: 🚗 Prepare your vehicle 🎒 Pack an emergency kit 🌂 Check weather 📲 Avoid distractions For more tips: https://bit.ly/3uiLLhH