A monthly e-newsletter produced by the Fairfax County Government Channel 16

Bringing Government and Community into Focus

JANUARY 2026

View TV Schedules:  Channel 16 and the Fairfax County Training Network

Rachna Sizemore Heizer Sworn In as Braddock District Supervisor

Rachna Sizemore Heizer was officially sworn in as the Braddock District representative on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on December 16, 2025. Community members, county leaders, and guests gathered at the Fairfax County Government Center to celebrate the start of her service on the Board.

Local Music, Arts and the Journey of Recycling

This edition of County Magazine spotlights Veronneau, a local musical group, highlights key findings from the ArtsFairfax artist survey, and takes you behind the scenes to explore the journey your recycled plastic takes after it leaves the bin.

Keep Swinging through Winter

On this edition of Parks Plus, learn how to keep your golf game in peak condition all winter long. From the cutting-edge TrackMan Golf Simulator to cozy heated driving ranges, discover how Golf Fairfax helps you perfect your swing—no matter the season.

BOARD AND COMMISSION MEETINGS

Virginia General Assembly Public Hearings
January 10 at 9:00 a.m. (Live)

Board of Supervisors
January 13 at 9:30 a.m. (Live)
Replays
January 16 at 8 p.m. (a.m. session)
January 17 at 10 a.m. (full session)
(Agenda Preview – January 12 at 5:30 p.m.)

Board Committee Meetings
January 27 (Live)
9:30 a.m. – Economic Initiatives Committee
11:00 a.m. – Health and Human Services Committee
1:30 p.m. – Housing Committee
3:00 p.m. – Land Use Policy Committee

Board of Zoning Appeals
January 7, 14, and 28 at 9 a.m. (Live)

Board of Legislative Committee Meetings
January 16, 23, and 30 at 4:00 p.m. (Live)

Planning Commission
January 7, 14, and 28 at 7:30 p.m. (Live)

Planning Commission Committee Meetings
January 8 at 7:30 p.m. (Live)

STAY CONNECTED, INFORMED, and ENGAGED!

Watch Fairfax County public meetings, and the latest events, programs and services on TV:  Channel 1016 (Cox), Channel 16 (Verizon/Comcast), and on live video stream. Channel 16 delivers all of its programming with closed captions and dual captioning of all live programs in both English and Spanish including government meetings, press conferences, and district town halls.

Stay in the Loop with "16 Around Fairfax" — your daily update on news and events around Fairfax County. Watch it on Channel 16 at 7:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m., or catch the live video stream online at those same times.

Serving Up Answers: Food and Beverage Tax Workshops

Learn more about the Department of Tax Administration’s Food and Beverage Tax Workshops. These sessions provide an overview of the tax and outline what businesses need to know to begin collection on January 1, 2026.

MORE 16 AROUND FAIRFAX SEGMENTS:

Children's Holiday Shopping at Colvin Run Mill: Kids enjoyed a festive shopping experience filled with holiday treasures and timeless charm.

Fairfax County Carolers: Fairfax County employees and retirees continue to lift spirits during the holiday season.

Green Business Partners host Social Event at Spaces Reston Station: Entrepreneurs and sustainability leaders connected at a lively networking event focused on green innovation.

Hunter Mill District Coats for Kids 2025: Generous donations provided cozy coats to children in need.

Sensory Friendly Santa at Colvin Run Mill: Families enjoyed old-fashioned holiday fun in a welcoming and calm environment.

Winter Food Drive: Over 600 families in need received food to help them through the long holiday break.

Winter Wonderland at Burke Lake Park: Visitors stepped into a magical holiday wonderland with festive activities and seasonal joy.

Let's Talk Trash, Yoga Time, and Fury Friends!

Watch videos from Fairfax County’s Department of Public Works and Environmental Services on recycling, composting, and other topics for a sustainable future.

Your body deserves movement that works for you!  This empowering yoga series offers four half-hour routines tailored to help older adults feel energized, balanced, and strong- every single day.

Fairfax County Animal Shelter’s “Furfax Friends” offers Virginia residents a 5-day, no-commitment Adoption Audition with eligible pets. Meet Junior, a sweet senior cat hoping for his forever home!

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