Spanberger releases plan on data center accountability
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger unveiled a Data Center Accountability Framework on Sept. 18 to give communities a voice in local approvals, protect residents from higher energy bills, and enforce strong environmental standards. The new data center policies and implementation plans are outlined in Executive Order 22, which also creates an AI Task Force “to address growing … Continued
GOP candidate for Congress Tony Sabio calls himself a moderate who supports Trump
Tony Sabio, the Republican candidate running against Rep. Don Beyer in the upcoming midterm elections, characterizes himself as a “Reagan conservative” who can bring both sides of the political divide together. Despite his characterization of himself as a “moderate with commonsense solutions,” Sabio told Annandale Today he supports “80 to 90 percent” of what the … Continued
Park Authority honors exemplary volunteers
The Fairfax County Park Authority has honored 17 individuals and entities with 2026 Elly Doyle Park Service Awards, including three volunteers who have supported parks in Mason District. The Elly Doyle awards recognize “exceptional service and contributions to the county’s parks, natural and cultural resources, and recreational opportunities.” Green Spring Gardens volunteer Susan Voss received … Continued
Middle Eastern cafe opens in Bailey’s Crossroads
Habibi House, a new café in Bailey’s Crossroads, is more than a coffee shop; “It’s a community space where people can come and hang out,” says co-owner Andrew Saleeb. Located at 3400-B Washington Drive between the Jerusalem Restaurant and the Afandina Hookah Lounge, Habibi House Café specializes in Middle Eastern coffee drinks and pastries. “It’s … Continued
Health & Wellness: Top 5 cooling and healthy eats in Annandale
By Rachel Martin Summer may be winding down, but we’re not quite done with the heat yet. Most mornings may start with temperatures in the 70s, but by afternoon, Annandale can still feel like the middle of summer. So, before we trade our iced drinks and fresh salads for soups and comfort foods, I wanted … Continued
Supervisors pause new Flock cameras
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has directed the Police Department to pause the installation of any new automated license plate readers from Flock Safety. The Board Matter approved by the BoS on Sept. 15 calls for the board’s Safety and Security Committee to discuss the use of Flock ALPRs at its Oct. 20 meeting. … Continued
Board restores funding for high school crossing guards
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 15 approved $707,908 to restore crossing guards at 10 high schools, including Annandale, for the remainder of the school year. The FY 2027 budget approved by the BoS last spring eliminated funding for high school crossing guards. Since the start of the school year, there have been … Continued
Bora Bora brings smoothies to Route 7
There’s a new dessert spot in Bailey’s Crossroads: Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe opened last week at 5807 Leesburg Pike. Menu items include power smoothies, regular smoothies, milkshakes, juices, acai bowls, other fruity bowls, crepes, waffles, croffles, sandwiches, fruity drinks, and soft-serve ice cream. Bora Bora was founded in 2023 in Dearborn, Mich. It has since … Continued
Recent crashes highlight the need for efforts to focus on pedestrian safety
A series of recent crashes is leading to calls for more attention to pedestrian safety. At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, the board will consider restoring funding for high school crossing guards as part of the discussion on the FY 2026 carryover budget package. Meanwhile, the Fairfax County Police Department is launching “Operation Safe Right … Continued
Homebuilder gets 12-year sentence for fraud
Richard Tadlock, a homebuilder who scammed customers out of millions of dollars, was sentenced on Sept. 10 to 12 years of incarceration for fraud, the office of Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano reports. A Fairfax County General District Court judge ordered Tadlock, 76, to pay $2.3 million in restitution to six families. A jury had previously … Continued
Deer hunting season underway in parks
Fairfax County’s deer management program, which uses bowhunters to reduce the deer population, started on Sept. 12. Bowhunters who meet the county’s standards are allowed to hunt deer in designated county parks Monday through Saturday from 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset. Parks remain open to the public during deer hunting season, … Continued
Chili Wok opens in Bailey’s Crossroads
Chili Wok, a brand-new restaurant in Bailey’s Crossroads, offers traditional Chinese homestyle cooking. The restaurant is located in the former Yeshi Kitfo spot at 3400-D Washington Drive. It’s the third Chili Wok, following outlets in Vienna and Del Ray in Alexandria. The Bailey’s Crossroads Chili Wok has more handmade appetizers and more noodle options than … Continued
Motorcyclist killed on Braddock Road
UPDATED Sept. 13, 4:45 p.m.: A motorcyclist who had been in a crash on Braddock Road at Southampton Drive at about 9 p.m. on Sept. 11 has died, the Fairfax County Police Department reported. Police identified the motorcyclist as Russell Edwards, 45, of Burke. He was operating a 2025 KTM SMCR 390 motorcycle eastbound on … Continued
250th Commission hosts free screening of “1776”
The Fairfax County 250th Commission is sponsoring a free screening of the movie “1776” on Sept. 18, 7 p.m., at the James Lee Community Center, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls Church. The movie depicts the struggle to pass the Declaration of Independence. It is based on the musical of the same name. Set in Philadelphia during … Continued
Library to host book sale Sept. 24-27
George Mason Friends is hosting the last big book sale later this month before the George Mason Regional Library closes on Oct. 23 for a two-year renovation project. The book sale at the library opens Thursday, Sept. 24, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. The sale offers a great selection of … Continued