NewsCenter Daily Update

5 Things to Know from the 2024-2025 Youth Survey

• More than 32,000 8th, 10th and 12th grade Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) students participated in the annual survey. An additional 12,000 6th graders took the shortened version of the survey.
• Students have continued to report improvements in their mental health since the pandemic.
• Students reported the lowest rates of substance use in over a decade.
• Students feel supported at home and in the community.

3 Things to Know Today

1. Early Voting Begins Friday for the November General Election

2. Join the Park Authority to Celebrate National Public Lands Day on Sept. 27

3. Community Celebrates Progress on Affordable Homes at Indigo in Tysons

⭐Fairfax Forward: County Leaders Named to Most Influential List

Fairfax Forward: Highlighting Achievements, Success and Innovation

Several county leaders were named to Northern Virginia Magazine's "Top 50 Most Influential People" in our region. Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay, County Executive Bryan Hill and Police Chief Kevin Davis were recognized. Additionally, three key partners were also highlighted: Economic Development Authority President and CEO Victor Hoskins; FCPS Superintendent Michelle Reid; and Visit Fairfax President and CEO Barry Biggar.

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• Save Time and Pay Online: Car Tax Due on Oct. 6
• Suspect Arrested for Brandishing Gun in a Groveton Store
• Help Shape Roadway Restriping Proposals in Upcoming Meetings
• Franconia Rec Center Improvements Include Dedicated Courts for Tennis and Pickleball
• Historic Oak Hill Hosts Annual Open House on Saturday
• Commemorate the Fairfax Independent Company of Volunteers Sunday at the Fairfax Historic Courthouse
• Explore Memoirs with Author and Educator Ellen Herbert Saturday at Thomas Jefferson Library
• Set Intentions and Goals by Crafting Vision Boards at Great Falls Library Saturday