VPIS Donates, Plants 80 Coleuses Along W. Broad

On May 10, in coordination with the City of Falls Church’s Urban Forestry staff, the Village Preservation and Improvement Society (VPIS) Garden Committee donated and planted 80 coleuses in the planters of the north 100 and 200 blocks of W. Broad St.

State Police to “Diss-Rupt” Dangerous Driving on I-95

The Virginia State Police Fairfax, Culpeper, Richmond, and Chesapeake Divisions will be conducting Operation DISSrupt on all 179 miles of Interstate 95 in Virginia on May 16, 2024, and May 17, 2024. The traffic enforcement and educational safety initiative focuses on Distracted driving, Impaired driving, Speed compliance and Seat belt safety. A primary goal of this initiative is to prevent any fatal crashes from occurring on the interstate during the enforcement time period.

On January 10-11, Virginia State Police conducted a similar operation on Interstate 95 in Virginia. State Troopers cited 120 drivers for reckless driving, 117 drivers for speeding, 33 drivers for violating Virginia’s “Hands Free” law, and 25 drivers and passengers for seatbelt violations (one improperly restrained child). There were no fatal crashes along the interstate during the enforcement period.

Virginia State Police also recorded no fatal crashes this year during “I-95 Drive to Save Lives,” April 19-21.

Memorial Day Parade and Festival Details

It is that time of year! The 42nd Annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival is returning Monday, May 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the grounds of City Hall (300 Park Ave.). The event is rain or shine!

This family-friendly event has attractions for everyone, including a Memorial Day ceremony, parade, amusement rides, inflatables, live music, and over 70 vendor booths featuring local businesses, artisans, civic groups, and food, glorious food. Some surrounding streets will be closed beginning at 5:00 a.m. Check parking options and road closures ahead of time.

Full Schedule of Events:

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Festival
Children’s amusements
Vendor booths, including civic groups, crafters, local merchants, and food

9:00 a.m.: Beyer Auto 3K Fun Run
Start Line: Great Falls St. at Little Falls St.
Free! No Registration Required
No rollerblades, scooters, bikes

9:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.: Main Stage
The Coozies (9:15 a.m.)
F.C. Concert Band (12:30 p.m.)

11:00 a.m.: Memorial Day Ceremony
at Veterans Memorial
Keynote Speaker Major David Hatcher (Ret.) US Army

11:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.: Blood Drive
Inova Blood Drive, located outside the Community Center

2:00 p.m.: Parade
Parade route: Park Ave., between N. West St. & Little Falls St.
Led by 2024 Grand Marshal, Mary Gavin
“Best of” trophy presentation after the parade