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
Paintings celebrate Mason District
Four paintings highlighting Mason District have been installed in the office of Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez. The artist, Todd Crespi, says he was inspired by Jimenez’ goal to celebrate the vitality of Mason District through the arts. The painting in the upper left in the image above depicts a Spotlight by Starlight concert with the … Continued
Mason District roars into fall with numerous art offerings
By James Albright, chair of the Mason District Arts Council The art landscape continues to expand across Annandale and Mason District with a number of exciting opportunities and some new players on the scene. Following the success of the Mason Arts 250 initiative, the Mason District Arts Council has plans for a festival, some shared … Continued
A tri-athlete champion from Fairfax focuses on addiction recovery on a cross-country run
A Woodson High School graduate who saw his professional career as a tri-athlete go up in flames has found redemption by completing a 2,000-mile run from Boulder, Colo., to Washington, D.C. Collin Chartier celebrated the end of the journey Aug. 30 at the Lincoln Memorial after completing the last 20 miles on the W&OD trail … Continued
This way to the airport
In case you’re trying to get to Dulles Airport, there’s a helpful sign in front of the Exxon station at 7336 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. It seems to be the same sign that had been located several blocks to the east at the Pinecrest area on Little River Turnpike where a sidewalk is being … Continued
‘Greening the Greenway’ project has taken root and is expanding
By James Albright Four beds of native plants have taken strong root along Columbia Pike in downtown Annandale through the hard work of volunteer gardeners, the support of business and institutional leaders, and donations from the public. Two weekends ago, the “Greening the Greenway” team evaluated the progress of the beds during a seasonal weeding … Continued
There won’t be a Taste of Annandale this year
The 2025 Taste of Annandale was a huge success, drawing thousands of people and hundreds of vendors for a community celebration hosted by the nonprofit Annandale-Mason Roundtable. The Roundtable has made the difficult decision to not hold the event this fall. We are considering the possibility of resuming the Taste in 2027. To the many … Continued
Mental health hospital in Seven Corners sold
HCA Healthcare has sold Dominion Hospital in Seven Corners to Hill Valley Healthcare for $25.2 million, the Washington Business Journal reported on Sept. 1. The 116-bed Dominion Hospital, located at 2960 Sleepy Hollow Road, provides behavior and mental health services for children, teens, and adults. It offers treatments for eating disorders, psychological trauma, and alcohol … Continued
Supervisors to reconsider their decision to eliminate high school crossing guards
In response to a pedestrian crash on Sept. 1 involving a student, Board of Supervisors Chair Jeffrey McKay announced that the police department will provide traffic and pedestrian-crossing support at 11 locations, including Annandale High School. On Sept. 1, a 16-year-old student was struck by a car while walking to South Lakes High School in … Continued
George Mason Regional Library will close Oct. 23 for renovations
George Mason Regional Library is scheduled to close next month for a two-year renovation project. The library’s last day will be Oct. 23. In advance of the closure, the shelves will become increasingly bare as staff transfer books to storage or other libraries. George Mason Friends will host its annual Fall Book Sale Sept. 24-27, … Continued
Police seek burglary suspect
Fairfax County Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who burglarized a home in Lincolnia. The suspect entered a townhome in the 6300 block of Manchester Way shortly after 8:30 a.m. on Aug. 28. He came in through a rear door and took an item of clothing. The homeowner confronted the suspect, … Continued
A welcome center for immigrants is coming to Lincolnia
We Are CASA, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of immigrants and working-class families, is developing a Welcome Center in Lincolnia. The center will be located at 6462 Little River Turnpike in a building that formerly housed the InFirst Federal Credit Union. CASA purchased the 11,000-square-foot building in 2025 and is in the process … Continued
Planning Commission defers hearing on substation
The Fairfax County Planning Commission has postponed the hearing on the substation for the Edsall Data Center to Dec. 2. The hearing had originally been scheduled for Sept. 24. Tyler Ray, founder of the Save Bren Mar Coalition, called Dominion’s request for a deferral “a move that reeks of desperation.” Staff at Mason Supervisor Andres … Continued
The Dominion/NextEra merger called a ‘bad deal’ for Virginians
The proposed merger of Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy is a bad deal for Virginians, as it will likely lead to higher electric bills for residents and businesses. That’s the consensus of the panelists who spoke at a community forum on Aug. 30 at the Sully Government Center in Chantilly. NextEra, a Florida-based energy company, … Continued
School news roundup – back to school edition
Middle school AAP centers – The Fairfax County School Board approved a plan on Aug. 27 to establish Advanced Academic Program centers at all middle schools along with a timeline for implementation. The plan calls for an AAP center to be in place at Holmes Middle School beginning with grade 6 in August 2027. Community … Continued