🌱 Man Charged In Drunk Driving Case + Bull Run Regional Park

Hello, friends. It's Monday in Centreville and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Warmer with plenty of sun. High: 55 Low: 24.
• Tuesday: Sunny and warmer. High: 64 Low: 40.
• Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun. High: 61 Low: 46.
• Thursday: A brief shower or two. High: 73 Low: 55.

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Here are the top stories in and around Centreville:

1. In a Fairfax County court on Thursday, Troy Reynolds accepted a plea deal for operating a school bus while under the influence of alcohol. The incident, which occurred in October 2022, led to Reynolds crashing the bus with 44 students and four teachers aboard on his way back from Cox Farms located in Centreville. Per the terms of the plea agreement, Reynolds is prohibited from driving any commercial vehicle, must undergo substance abuse treatment, and will be placed on probation. (Fox 5 DC)
2. A 32-year-old man was shot and hospitalized with serious injuries near the Fairfax County border in Alexandria. The incident occurred on Saturday, Mar. 18, and the Alexandria Police Department is requesting anyone with information to contact Det. Edmund Dougherty at 703-746-6697. (WRIC)
3. If you're looking for things to do in the area, Bull Run Regional Park is a 1,500-acre park that offers a range of activities for visitors of all ages. It features numerous hiking trails, camping sites, fishing ponds, picnic areas, horseback riding trails, and boating opportunities. If you're curious about more information, head over to this link. (usatales.com)

Coming up in and around Centreville:

Monday, March 20

• Friends and Family Jazzercise - 5625 Revercomb St, Fairfax, VA (12:00 PM)

Tuesday, March 21

• Ladysmith Black Mambo - The Barns at Wolf Trap (8:00 PM)

Wednesday, March 22

• Youth Music - Abiding Presence Lutheran Church (7:00 PM)

Thursday, March 23

• Karaoke Thursdays - Ship Garden (5:00 PM)

Friday, March 24

• Bethany Gates - Honor Brewing Kitchen (7:00 PM)

Saturday, March 25

• Bible and Balloon Bonanza - Highview Christian Fellowship (11:00 AM)
• A Royal Princess Party - American Legion Post 1976 (12:00 PM)

Sunday, March 26

• Burn the Ballroom - Jammin Java (10:30 PM)
• Bunny Cares: Sensory Friendly Event with Easter Bunny - Tysons Corner Center (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Over the weekend, staff and volunteers from the Fairfax County Animal Shelter attended the #ClickerExpo 2023, hosted by the Karen Pryor Academy, to learn about current training methods, sheltering trends, and the latest behavioral research. The Friends organization, which provides support for pets, also contributes to fostering growth and morale-building opportunities for staff and volunteers at the shelter. (Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• The Deer Park Elementary PTA is on a mission to promote mental wellness and happiness! They're getting involved with the National PTA Healthy Minds Program to spread the message far and wide. (Deer Park Elementary PTA - Centreville, VA via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with another update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.