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06/01/2020

Metrorail and Metrobus service will end earlier than normal today, so adjust travel as needed. https://bit.ly/2XP0v3T

05/28/2020
05/21/2020
Metro Forward

Metro Forward

Reminder: Metro's expanded summer shutdown begins this weekend. Starting May 23, all nine Orange/Silver line stations west of Ballston will be closed and there will be no Silver Line service. Travel alternatives & project info at http://wmata.com/platforms

Bike to Work Day may be canceled, but we can still cycle for fun! Join Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) for ...
05/06/2020
Bike Anywhere Week

Bike to Work Day may be canceled, but we can still cycle for fun! Join Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) for Bike Anywhere Week for lots of fun and a chance to win some great items.

No pit stops this year, but we’ve got rad t-shirts, giveaways, and a bingo card full of fun social-distance-compatible activities.

Fairfax County Government
05/05/2020

Fairfax County Government

Each year Hand Hygiene Day is observed on May 5. While it is always a good reminder, this year it takes on added significance as handwashing is critical in slowing the spread of COVID-19.

Disease can spread when a virus gets on our hands from a contaminated surface and then we touch our eyes, nose or mouth where it causes infection. Handwashing is one of the most important and easiest actions you can take to lower your chance of getting sick and spreading germs to others.

Here are six steps to proper handwashing:
Step 1️⃣: Start with warm water.
Step 2️⃣: Use soap to make a lather.
Step 3️⃣: Scrub for 20 seconds.
Step 4️⃣: Rinse well.
Step 5️⃣: Dry hands completely.
Step 6️⃣: Use towel to shut off faucet.

Learn more: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2020/05/05/learn-the-six-steps-to-proper-handwashing-on-hand-hygiene-day/

One month to go until Vienna shuts down for the summer.
04/27/2020

One month to go until Vienna shuts down for the summer.

Making the most of historically low ridership and traffic-free highways, yesterday we announced plans to combine the schedules of our two biggest capital priorities in Virginia: rebuilding platforms and connecting the Silver Line to Metro’s existing network.

Under the expanded plan, Metro will combine this summer’s platform reconstruction work at four Orange Line stations with a separate project on the Silver Line to connect Metrorail to the new “phase II” stations, which are being constructed by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA).

The resulting summer shutdown will close a total of nine stations from Memorial Day weekend through the fall.

Learn more: https://www.wmata.com/about/news/Orange-Silver-Summer-2020.cfm

04/20/2020

Heads up - Expect overnight lane closures on I-66 and flagging operations on Saintsbury Drive this week as crews continue work on the Transform 66 project. https://bit.ly/2VLRzeH

04/13/2020
Virginia Department of Transportation

Stay safe and stay home, if possible.

Severe #weather is affecting parts of the Commonwealth this morning. We know most of you are hunkering down at home and #socialdistancing. If you're an essential employee or you must travel today, please:

💡 turn on headlights + wipers (it's the law)
☔️ watch for road spray, ponding & debris
🌊 #turnarounddontdrown
📱 check http://511virginia.org for road conditions
🚨 slow down
🚘 increase following distance

AND stay safe!

Lots of fun things you can do while staying home and following social distancing guidelines!
04/09/2020
Help Your Community, Take a Vacation and Learn Something New — All Without Leaving Your House - Fairfax County Emergency Information

Lots of fun things you can do while staying home and following social distancing guidelines!

Posted at 12:50 p.m. While we stay at home to limit the spread of the coronavirus, it’s easy to develop a rhythm that can quickly feel boring. Luckily, there’s lots you can do and learn without ever leaving the house, including helping your community and taking a virtual “vacation.” Help You...

04/03/2020

Metro to again run limited bus, rail service for essential travel only this weekend.

https://bit.ly/2XhtZcf

Fairfax County strongly urges residents to follow the stay-at-home order issued by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam.
03/31/2020
Fairfax County Asks Residents to Follow State’s Stay at Home Order - Fairfax County Emergency Information

Fairfax County strongly urges residents to follow the stay-at-home order issued by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam.

Posted at 3:30 p.m. Fairfax County strongly urges residents to follow the stay-at-home order issued by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam today. This order is critical to help slow the spread of the coronavirus as cases continue to climb across the state with 225 confirmed cases in the Fairfax County Healt...

03/27/2020

Metro will operate significantly reduced rail and bus service this weekend. Customers are urged to travel only if necessary.
https://bit.ly/2y7ZpqI

Beginning March 24, Fairfax Connector temporarily suspends fare collections and requires rear door boarding.
03/23/2020

Beginning March 24, Fairfax Connector temporarily suspends fare collections and requires rear door boarding.

Beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2020, Fairfax Connector customers will be required to enter and exit the bus using the rear doors. This does not apply to customers who need to use a wheelchair ramp. Fare collection on buses will also be temporarily suspended due to the location of fareboxes and SmarTrip equipment at the front entrance of buses. These changes are being made to protect the health and safety of Fairfax Connector employees, customers and the public as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect all aspects of travel in the National Capital Region.
https://bit.ly/39ed8cu

03/22/2020
WEEKDAY SCHEDULE ANNOUNCEMENT: Limited service for essential trips only; public urged to stay home; use Metro only if no other options available | WMATA

**Weekday Metro Schedule Updates**
Transit continues to be scaled back and the public is asked to limit their use of Metro to essential travel only.

Metro today announced expected rail and bus service levels for the week of Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27. Transit service remains significantly scaled back to protect the health and safety of Metro employees, customers and the public as the COVID-19 outbreak continues to disrupt all asp...

Fairfax County Park Authority
03/20/2020

Fairfax County Park Authority

While our parks are open, we remind visitors to follow currently social distancing recommendations: limit groups to 10 or fewer and maintain a minimum of six feet between persons. Connect with the outdoors, not each other. http://bit.ly/33wnMKk

Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. We are sending a big THANK YOU to our amazing bus and train operators. Thank y...
03/18/2020

Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. We are sending a big THANK YOU to our amazing bus and train operators. Thank you for all that you do!

03/17/2020

URGENT UPDATE: Metro service further reduced to support "essential trips only" - effective tomorrow, March 18.
https://bit.ly/2Wk3thA

Beginning today, Metro is reducing service, which will also allow for additional disinfecting of railcars and buses. As ...
03/16/2020

Beginning today, Metro is reducing service, which will also allow for additional disinfecting of railcars and buses. As a reminder, if you are not feeling well, do NOT take public transportation and call your healthcare provider before leaving home.

As of 2 p.m., Friday, March 13, Metro has further escalated its response to Phase 3 of its Pandemic Flu Plan. Phase 3 is the highest level of response and will include all subsequent mitigation steps required during the public health emergency. Metro expects to be at Phase 3 until further notice. Phase 4 is the “recovery phase” of the plan that involves Metro’s return to normal operations after the situation is under control.
Details at https://www.wmata.com/about/news/Metro-announces-additional-COVID-19-changes.cfm

Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19 with these simple steps.
03/09/2020

Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19 with these simple steps.

Happy International Women's Day!
03/06/2020

Happy International Women's Day!

In celebration of International Women’s Day this Sunday, please join us as we recognize some of the women that work at Metro. Each holds a different position, comes from a different background, but all have one thing in common: they help keep us and the DMV region moving.

Today is the first day of Virginia Telework Week! Save time and money by cutting your commute and working from home.
03/02/2020

Today is the first day of Virginia Telework Week! Save time and money by cutting your commute and working from home.

Employers are encouraged to try a pilot telework program for their employees during Virginia Telework Week, March 2–6. Teleworking just one day a week can make a big difference to your employees and your company.

Learn more: teleworkva.org

Want to be the next Allison Friedel? Apply to the Art in Transit program!
02/28/2020

Want to be the next Allison Friedel? Apply to the Art in Transit program!

Share some love for Allison Friedel and her amazing artwork on display throughout the Metro system! Allison is the first local artist to have her art displayed on our digital screens as part of Metro’s Art in Transit program. Want to see your art on the big screen? We’re now accepting applications! Learn more about Art in Transit and apply at wmata.com/arts. #wmata

📷: IG/allisonfriedel

Have thoughts on Metro's budget? Share them tonight or online!
02/26/2020

Have thoughts on Metro's budget? Share them tonight or online!

Tonight is the final hearing on Metro's FY2021 budget. Join us at #WMATA Headquarters building to provide your comments in person. Not able to make it? Learn more about our FY 2021 budget and provide your feedback at wmata.com/budget until 5 PM, Monday, March 2.

Commuter Connections
02/25/2020

Commuter Connections

Thinking about switching to public transit or carpooling? Here’s a little extra encouragement to leave your car at home! Get a free Guaranteed Ride Home in case of unexpected illness, emergencies, or unscheduled overtime. Register or renew today for free at commuterconnections.org or 800.745.RIDE. Some restrictions apply.

Donations are being accepted between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm tomorrow!
02/21/2020
Fairfax County Government

Donations are being accepted between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm tomorrow!

Fight hunger, feed hope – local food pantries need our help! Stuff the Bus will be collecting food and household item donations on Saturday, February 22, at the Fox Mill Giant in Herndon.

Find out more about collection hours and the program below.

There are so many great local events this weekend! Happy Valentine's Day 💓 https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news2/fairfax-c...
02/14/2020
Fairfax County Weekender - Feb. 14-16, 2020 - Fairfax County Government NewsCenter

There are so many great local events this weekend! Happy Valentine's Day 💓 https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news2/fairfax-county-weekender-feb-14-16-2020/?fbclid=IwAR1jPYjy7y-dKNJ2C3wUrKiULmphrNLBKZrLZVR8iXWA2OjKgGQem12Uxsc

Feb. 14: Love is in the Air Courtship in the Animal World Campfire: Turtles, frogs, insects, birds and even fish all have unique techniques for finding that special someone. Learn more and enjoy a short hike before sitting around a campfire to roast marshmallows. From 6 to 7 p.m. at Ellanor C. Lawre...

Heads up for Vienna station users!
02/07/2020

Heads up for Vienna station users!

Heads up if you're using the Orange or Silver lines this weekend. Due to preparation for the Summer Platform Improvement Project, free shuttle buses will replace trains at Vienna, Dunn Loring and East Falls Church stations. More information here:
https://www.wmata.com/service/status/details/weekend.cfm

🚌If you're new to Fairfax Connector or haven't ridden in a while, take a moment to read their rider guide for helpful ti...
01/31/2020

🚌If you're new to Fairfax Connector or haven't ridden in a while, take a moment to read their rider guide for helpful tips before you hop on the bus!🚌

New to Fairfax Connector? Read our rider guide for important information such as passenger rules, how to board the bus, paying your fare, and more. http://bit.ly/36CE2cG

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Thanks to Anna and Elizabeth of Metro West and the WABA volunteers! It was a great ride. As an amateur historian, I found the Jeremiah Moore burial site most interesting. My curiosity was activated, so I did a little more research about Jeremiah Moore. Go visit http://www.fairfaxresolvessar.org/content/ffx_patriotic_patriotgravemarking/jeremiah_moore.html https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Jefferson/01-32-02-0036 http://www4.ncsu.edu/~lbpage/moore/ps01/ps01_005.html https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Moore-22191 Thanks again to Anna and Elizabeth and the WABA volunteers! Ed Murphy