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91-year-old woman dies after accident in Seven Corners
The intersection at Patrick Henry Drive and Leesburg Pike. [Google Maps] A 91-year-old woman has died from injuries sustained in a crash that occurred in Seven Corners several weeks ago, the Fairfax County Police Department reported Nov. 3. Maria Pascoe of Alexandria was driving south in a 2010 Mercedes C300 on Patrick Henry Drive approaching … Continued
Youngkin elected governor, despite big loss in Fairfax County
According to the Virginia Department of Elections, Youngkin got 50.68 percent of the vote statewide, compared to 48.55 percent for McAuliffe. The third-party candidate, Princess Blanding, got 0.69 percent.While Virginia elected Republicans for statewide office, Fairfax County voters went strongly for the Democrats.
Simpson-themed pop-up coming to Springfield
The Moe’s Tavern pop-up. [JMC Pop Ups LLC] A replica of Moe’s Tavern from “The Simpsons” is coming to (where else?) Springfield. The pop-up restaurant will be located on the lower level of Springfield Town Center next to the Macy’s entrance.
Annandale home transformed into an undersea fantasy
While most Halloween decoration around here featured skeletons, ghouls, and graveyards, one Annandale homeowner went all out to create an undersea fantasy with a seven-foot shark, jellyfish hanging from trees, a treasure chest, a big clamshell full of treats, and blue and green nylon netting and lights mimicking ocean waves. Homeowner Pamela Rinehart was decked … Continued
McAuliffe, Youngkin make last-minute pitches to voters
The two candidates for Virginia governor made last-minute pitches to voters on the eve of what is expected to be an extremely tight election. At a campaign stop in Merrifield Nov. 1, Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe urged voters to reject the Trump rhetoric spouted by his opponent, Glenn Youngkin.
Here’s what you need to know for Election Day
All eyes are on Virginia, as what is considered an extremely close race for governor will have national implications for the mid-term elections in 2022. The three statewide offices – governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general – are on the Nov. 2 ballot, as well as all members of the House of Delegates and a … Continued
Large crowd honors ATM murder victim Nelson Alexander
A vigil for Nelson Alexander Oct. 30 at the Wells Fargo parking lot. Family and friends of Nelson Alexander remember him as a kind, sweet man who went out of his way to help people. Alexander, age 73, was shot during a robbery at the Wells Fargo ATM on Annandale Road in Falls Church Oct. … Continued
Fairfax County to revise zoning rules on parking lots
The Parking Reimagined project will seek to “right-size” parking lots. [File photo] Fairfax County is launching an initiative to revise the zoning rules on off-street parking and loading. The Parking Reimagined project will consider potential changes to Article 6 of the Zoning Ordinance to meet current demand for parking. This section hasn’t been comprehensively reviewed … Continued
Stabbing, crash in Annandale sends three men to hospital
Suspect crashed into an apartment. [Tom Lynch/NBC Washington] A man was taken into custody after stabbing a man in the 4500 block of Commons Drive in Annandale Saturday night, the Fairfax County Police Department tweeted. After the stabbing, the suspect crashed a pickup truck into an apartment, injuring two other men, Tom Lynch of NBC … Continued
Police ramping up security following threat to shopping centers
Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis answers a question about a threat to shopping centers at an Oct. 29 news briefing. On the right are ATF Special Agent Charlie Patterson and FCPD Major Crimes Bureau Chief Ed O’Carroll. [FCPD] Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis confirmed yesterday that law enforcement agencies throughout the region are … Continued
Craft Gallery of Artisans United invites community to annual holiday show
As the holiday shopping season gets underway, do you want to avoid malls and instead search for a one-of-a-kind handmade gift? The Craft Gallery of Artisans United has what you’re looking for. The shop is located at the Packard Center, 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale, close to Annandale Community Park and the Hidden Oaks Nature Center.
Planning Commission endorses expanding substance abuse treatments at Seven Corners mental hospital
Dominion Hospital The Fairfax County Planning Commission approved a zoning special exception Oct. 27 to allow Dominion Hospital in Seven Corners to treat patients whose only medical condition is substance abuse. Under current development conditions, the facility can only treat people for drug and alcohol dependency if they also have a psychiatric diagnosis.
Metro delays will continue through at least Nov. 15
A 7000-series railcar. [Elvert Barnes/Creative Commons] Metrorail service will remain at the current reduced levels through at least Nov. 15, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced Oct. 28. That will give WMATA more time to work with the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission on a plan to get 7000-series railcars safely back into service.
Have a fun and Covid-safe Halloween
This display and all the others on this post are in the Annandale area. As our neighborhoods fill up with witches and ghouls this weekend, here’s what you need to know about Halloween 2021. Kids will be going trick-or-treating when it starts to get dark on Sunday, Oct. 31. Some homeowner associations and apartment complexes … Continued
Rabid raccoon found at Luria Park
A rabid raccoon who has been chasing people and pets in Luria Park has been confirmed to have rabies, the Fairfax County Health Department reported Oct. 27. Anyone who has been in contact with the animal – or whose pet might have been exposed to rabies – should contact the Health Department Rabies Program at 703-246-6004.