Event Brief
Catherine S. Read: First Woman Mayor of Fairfax
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: Catherine S. Read's election as the first woman mayor marks a significant milestone for women in leadership in Northern Virginia.
WHO: Catherine S. Read
WHAT: First woman elected as Mayor of the City of Fairfax
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 3:12 PM ET
WHERE: City of Fairfax, VA
WHY: To reflect on her achievements and impact on local leadership
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