🌱 Patch AM: How you can help at Lorton’s Capital Area Food Bank site

Happening soon: ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception on the Lorton Patch calendar

Local Business Spotlight: True Honey Teas

True Honey Teas offers naturally sweet, honey-infused teas crafted with globally sourced botanicals and proudly made in the USA.

🌱 Patch AM: Where Lorton volunteers can make a difference this Thanksgiving season

Coming up on the Lorton Patch calendar: ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception

🌱 Patch AM: 2026 Seton Crafters Holiday Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale and 11 more events

Be sure to catch ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception on the Lorton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 2026 Seton Crafters Holiday Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale and 12 more events

Spotted on the Lorton calendar: ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception

🌱 Patch AM: How Lorton’s former prison is being reimagined through powerful photography.

Be sure to catch Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival / Hosted by True Honey Teas on the Lorton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Tree Rescue at Laurel Hill Park Central Green and 13 more events

And check out Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival / Hosted by True Honey Teas on the Lorton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo and 12 more events

Be sure to catch Woodson at South County on the Lorton Patch calendar

6 Charged In Fire At Fairfax County USAR Training Facility In Lorton: Police

Six suspects have been charged after a June fire caused up to $1.3 million in damage at a Fairfax County training facility in Lorton.

Man In ‘Scream’ Mask Arrested With Bricks Near Lorton Community Center: Police

Detectives watched a masked man retrieve bricks and run toward a Lorton community center after six vandalism incidents, police said.

Townhouse Fire In Lorton Displaces No Residents, Causes No Injuries

Firefighters responded to a townhouse fire in Lorton. All occupants escaped safely.

MD Juvenile Charged After I-95 Chase Ends With Trooper's Cruiser Rammed In Fairfax

A Maryland juvenile faces charges after a high-speed I-95 chase ended with a Virginia State Police cruiser being rammed.

Garage Fire Displaces Family Of 6 In Lorton

Authorities said the fire broke out at a home in the 9200 block of Blue Steel Way shortly after 1 p.m. Friday.

Lorton Townhouse Fire Extends Into Roofline; No Injuries Reported

Firefighters responded to a townhouse fire on Point Replete Drive in Lorton on Saturday.

Lorton Fire That Damaged Fairfax USAR Facility Arson, Chief Says; Search for Suspects Continues

Police say the fire at Fairfax County's USAR training facility in Lorton was arson as investigators seek suspects.

Police Seek Public's Help Identifying People After Fire At Fairfax USAR Training Facility

Fairfax police seek help identifying people seen before a fire damaged the county's USAR training facility in Lorton.

Lorton Family Seeks Housing After Fire Destroys Home, Home Daycare Business

A Lorton family is rebuilding after a fire destroyed their home and home daycare business. A fundraiser has been launched to help.

Motorcyclist Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries In Richmond Highway Rush Hour Crash

A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital in life-threatening condition after a crash in Lorton Wednesday morning.

Fairfax Firefighters Tackle Garbage Truck Vs. House (PHOTO)

The dramatic scene resulted in no injuries.

Lorton Fire Dept Kicks Off Fundraiser for New Ambulance!

The Home Sweet Home Spring Expo is a family-friendly, free event on Saturday, May 2, 2026

Yacht Club Boathouse Engulfed In Flames Early Monday In Lorton

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue responded early Sunday for the report of a boathouse fire at the Lorton Yacht Club.

Measles Exposure Reported At This NoVA Grocery Store

NoVA's latest cases of measles exposures were at a grocery store, emergency room and health clinic in Fairfax and Prince William counties.

1 Killed In Crash On Interstate 95 In Fairfax County

Virginia State Police​ said the collision occurred shortly before 2 a.m. Wednesday on Interstate 95.

I-95 Carjacking Suspect Indicted On Weapon Charges By Federal Grand Jury

A man who ran from police on I-95 last April was indicted in federal court for possessing a firearm with a machine gun conversion.

South County Theatre is Bringing the Heartwarming, Holiday Classic to the Stage

"It's A Wonderful Life" will be performed December 11, 12, and 13th at South County High School in Lorton VA

Get Your Granola Fix From This New, Local and Growing Small Business

The Granola Family launches in Mount Vernon

Boy's Murder Solved After 53 Years, 2nd Child Homicide Uncovered

Detectives identified a boy whose body was found in 1972 in Lorton and in the process uncovered the suspected death of a second child.

Lorton Bus Driver Assault Suspect Found In Loudoun County

Fairfax County Police received help arresting the wanted suspect who they say assaulted a bus driver.

Newly Minted JMU Double Duke Charts Her Path to Dream Job

With Master’s Now in Tow, Osei, of Lorton, Wants ‘to Serve People Who Look Like Me’

Cappies Review: 'A Chorus Line: Teen Edition' At South County High

A student reviews the recent performance of "A Chorus Line: Teen Edition," an adaptation of the musical.

A Chorus Line: Teen Edition Comes to Lorton in Early May!

South County High School's Most Recent Revival of a Broadway Classic

Man Charged After Multiple Crashes, Attempted Carjackings On I-95

A 22-year-old man was charged following a series of incidents on Interstate 95 in Fairfax County, state police said.

Ride to End ALZ Nation's Capital on May 3

Hundreds of cyclists to ride and raise funds for Alzheimer's and dementia research

Shortsightedness in installing bike lanes on Laurel Crest Lane

Bike Lanes cause community disruption.

Names Of Driver Killed, Injured Passenger In I-95 Crash Released

Authorities said a DC man was killed when he was thrown from his convertible and struck by another car on I-95. A woman passenger was hurt.

1 Dead, 1 Critically Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash On I-95: State Police

The driver of a BMW was killed when he collided with another vehicle on northbound Interstate 955 near Lorton and was run over, police said.

Holiday gift guide for people living with Alzheimer’s, other dementias

Alzheimer’s Association resource also offers gift suggestions for caregivers

8 Ways to Support an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

More than 11 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer's of other dementias.

“The 39 Steps” to Mystery and Hilarity

South County High School’s Play Will Take You To New Heights

19th Annual Lorton Holiday Extravaganza!

One of the largest and most popular holiday events in South Fairfax is back for its 19th year!