F.C.’s BZA Reverses Forest Dr. Ruling

2026-07-13 10:27 PM

Last Thursday, the Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) reversed a decision by the City’s Zoning Administrator to approve a permit for construction of a home at 217 Forest Drive in Falls Church. A different interpretation of the City code on setbacks was at issue. The BZA overturned the decision by a 5-0 vote, being the first time it had reviewed a permit on the issue of “front setback averaging” since 2005.

Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation to Honor Longtime Volunteer Mary “Mama K” Knieser

The Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation will celebrate the life of longtime volunteer and staff member Mary “Mama K” Knieser with a Celebration of Life on Sunday, July 26, from 11:30

America at 250: Its Next 250 Years

As we celebrate our first 250 years, here are some thoughts on what the next 250 years for the U.S. may bring: The next 250 years will likely transform the

Movie Review: Young Washington

The timing could not be more fitting for Angel Studios’ July 3rd release of a historical drama centered on the formative years of a founding father. The PG-13 film features

A Penny for Your Thoughts 7-9-2026

The disclosure last week that Donald Trump’s family increased its wealth by $1.4 billion in 2025, largely through the dubious cryptocurrency market, was stunning in its dollar amount, but not