Farmers markets open in May
The Annandale Farmers Market opens for the season on May 1. In addition to a variety of fresh produce and prepared foods, there’s something new at the Annandale Market – a lead-testing program hosted by the Fairfax County Health Department. Lead is toxic, especially for young children. Lead poisoning can cause developmental delays, learning disabilities, … Continued
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are reported by the Fairfax County Police Department on CityProtect: April 23 April 22 April 21 April 20 April 19 April 18 April 17 April 16
BoS authorizes a hearing on a Unified Sanitary District
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on April 22 authorized a hearing on a proposal to consider the formation of a Unified Sanitary District. The hearing will be June 24. County Executive Bryan Hill recommended the county take over garbage and recycling collections through a regional system. The county would grant private companies exclusive rights … Continued
Registration open for the Child Development Center’s summer program
Enrollment is underway for the summer program for children ages 6-12 at the ACCA Child Development Center. The bilingual, full-day program runs from June 16 to Aug. 15, at the CDC, located at 7200 Columbia Pike in Annandale. Activities include arts and crafts, technology, engineering, math, cooking, sports, science experiments, outdoor adventures, and more. Experienced … Continued
Herrity quits race for lieutenant governor
Springfield Supervisor Pat Herrity, the lone Republican on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, has ended his bid for lieutenant governor of Virginia, citing health reasons. In the weeks since he had heart surgery on March 13 to repair a genetic defect, “I have had several complications that have impacted my recovery time,” Herrity wrote … Continued
Neighbors object to high-density projects proposed for Annandale
At the final meeting of the Site-Specific Plan Amendment (SSPA) proposals submitted for Mason District, local residents voiced concerns about traffic congestion, overflow parking, and quality of life issues. The proposal generating the most opposition at the April 21 meeting calls for a five-story multifamily project on a 1.8-site at 6675 Little River Turnpike between … Continued
Driver charged in fatal pedestrian crash
Alexandria Police have identified the driver and victim in a fatal pedestrian crash on Route 7 at Dawes Avenue on April 16. Abdullahi Mumin, age 19, was struck in a hit-and-run crash at about 8:40 p.m. He was rushed to Inova Fairfax Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver, Jilmar Doria-Medina, 42, of … Continued
TJ theater and STEM students combine their talents for ‘Big Fish’
By Sohana Bahl and Ami Le With show-stopping dancing, dedicated technicians, and the fantastical world of giants and mermaids, the theater department at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is ready to make a splash with “Big Fish.” Performances are scheduled for April 25 and 26, and May 2 and 3 at 7 … Continued
JJ Salon & Barber reopens in Annandale
After the building housing JJ Salon & Barber on Columbia Pike was destroyed by a fire in March 2023, the owners rented space in two other salons while they tried to find a place of their own. Earlier this month, the owners, Jenny and Joey Lee, reopened JJ Salon & Barber in an office condo … Continued
Annandale celebrates Earth Day
While children painted birdhouses and pinecones at the Earth Day festival in Annandale on April 19, the adults learned about volunteer opportunities with local organizations dedicated to protecting the environment. The Earth Day event, at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space on Columbia Pike, was organized by the Community Revitalization Section in Fairfax County’s Department of … Continued
Objections raised on the process for giving Little River Turnpike an honorary name
About a dozen people showed up at a meeting on April 17 to discuss a proposal to bestow an honorary name on Little River Turnpike to honor the Korean-American community. An honorary name is just that – it won’t be an official name recognized by the post office and no one’s address would change. The … Continued
Lake Barcroft group supports sustainable habitats
As we approach Earth Day on April 22, it’s a good time to recognize the local residents who are working all year to improve their community’s natural environment. Lake Barcroft residents formed a group called SEED to support sustainable habitats for pollinators and other wildlife. SEED (Service, Education, Ecology, Discovery) is sponsored by Lake Barcroft’s … Continued
Libraries seek volunteers for Fix-It Clinics
The Fairfax County Public Library seeks volunteers for its Fix-It-Clinics next month. Several library branches, including the Culmore Community Library and the Thomas Jefferson Library, are offering free assistance for fixing small household objects on Saturday, May 10, 1-5 p.m. The Fix-It Clinic at the Culmore library in Bailey’s Crossroads is seeking volunteers skilled in … Continued
Visas revoked for GMU students
The U.S. government has terminated or revoked student visas for 15 international students at George Mason University. “These terminations have occurred without involvement of or prior notice to the university,” states a announcement on the GMU website signed by GMU President Gregory Washington and Vice President for University Life Rose Pascarell. “As we seek to learn … Continued
Pedestrian struck by drunk driver on Route 7
A man was arrested for driving under the influence following a hit-and-run pedestrian crash on Route 7 at about 8:20 p.m. on April 16. The pedestrian, an adult male, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. The crash happened at King Street and Dawes Avenue in the City … Continued