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🌱 Top restaurants in Fairfax County recognized for excellence

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In today's newsletter:

  • Top restaurants in Fairfax County recognized for excellence
  • Flight path changes could ease noise for Fairfax residents
  • Safety improvements recommended after firefighter training incident

Also on today's calendar: Northern Virginia Classical Academy Open House and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did Noah tell his sons about fishing off the ark? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Rather cloudy and breezy, with a high of 57 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy; a little p.m. rain, temps: high: 55, low: 51.
  • Thursday: Rain tapering off, with a high of 64 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Four Fairfax County restaurants ranked among 10 best in Northern Virginia (ffxnow.com) — Four restaurants in Fairfax County have made it to Northern Virginia Magazine's annual list of the top 10 best restaurants. Fairview Park's 2941 Restaurant reclaimed the top spot, showcasing the area's vibrant dining scene and culinary talent.
   

2. Proposed flight path changes around DCA could benefit Fairfax neighborhoods (ffxnow.com) — Residents in southern Fairfax County may soon experience relief from aircraft noise due to proposed flight path changes at Reagan National Airport. A key advisory panel has recommended a new route that aims to distribute noise more equitably across the region.
   

3. Report recommends improvements after Fairfax County firefighter training goes wrong (ffxnow.com) — A recent report highlights critical safety issues during a firefighter training in Fairfax County, where miscommunication led to a firefighter sustaining burns. The report recommends several improvements to ensure safer training practices for the future.
   

4. Fairfax County Public Schools under fire after students post anti-Semitic video (fox5dc.com) — Controversy erupts in Fairfax County Public Schools after students posted anti-Semitic videos on social media. The Jewish Community Relations Council expresses outrage, and school officials condemn the videos, emphasizing accountability for the students involved.
   

5. Why America's Debate Over Which Children Are ‘Gifted' Won't Go Away (nytimes.com) — Fairfax County school leaders are debating the future of gifted education programs, questioning whether labeling children as 'gifted' is effective. The discussion highlights disparities in access to these programs, particularly among disadvantaged students.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Now that autumn has brought in a breeze.
    What should I do with my basil trees? Shall I make pesto? Does it freeze? Answers should rhyme, if you over achieve. (Nextdoor Fair Oaks Estates)
  • Have you seen my kitty melly?
    She’s a outdoor indoor cat but she usually responds when I call her name or I see her walking around but I haven’t seen her since 10/24 so please… (Nextdoor Kings Park West)
  • Quantum Accounting & Tax PLLC posted a job opening for Assistant Bookkeeper in Fairfax. Apply here.
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier in Fairfax. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fairfax here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Go easy on the bait, boys. I only have two worms.
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Fairfax

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Fairfax

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.