Living in Centreville today, it can be hard to envision that it was once the site of major military movements during the Civil War. Sure, we’re reminded of the battles of Bull Run every time we drive down Rte. 29 towards Manassas, but for the most part, Centreville has shed all traces of that period […]
Union encampment in Centreville 1862 Read More »
I drive past this sad tree behind Stone Middle School just about every day. Someone should really cut it down and put it out of its misery.
Centreville Snapshot — Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tree Read More »
Fairfax County Public Schools put together this video highlighting the oldest schoolhouses in the Centreville District, which includes Centreville, Chantilly, Clifton, and Fair Oaks.
Centreville’s oldest schools Read More »
The heights of Centreville were strategically significant during the the Civil War, offering panoramic views to the west. Confederate Gen. Joseph Johnston needed to withdraw his troops from Centreville in March 1862, but removing the army’s cannons would have alerted the Union troops, situated just miles away, that he intended to leave. So, he replaced
Centreville’s “Quaker Guns” Read More »
With all the rain we’ve been getting over the last few weeks, the natives are getting restless. These three box turtles were in our driveway the other day — glad I looked before pulling out of the garage! Eastern box turtles are particularly active on rainy days in May through June, and we have certainly
Watch out for turtles! Read More »
The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile made a stop at the Giant on Stone Road today, much to the delight of everyone who happened to be shopping there. The 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels has been roaming America’s highways and backroads since 1936.
Weinermobile spotted in Centreville! Read More »