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Car crashes into Dollar Tree at Bradlick Shopping Center
The Dollar Tree at the Bradlick Shopping Center in Annandale is closed today after a car smashed through the entryway shattering the glass doors. A manager hopes the store will reopen tomorrow. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, a Mercedes struck a Nissan Versa shortly after 2:30 p.m. then crashed into the store at … Continued
Vendor spaces fill up at new Annandale food court
Lunchtime draws a crowd at the food court. A couple of new things are happening at the food court at the K Market grocery store on John Marr Drive in Annandale. Skinny Elephant, one of the non-food vendors in that space, will offer fashions, shoes, and accessories from Korea. Owner Jessica Ryu expects the shop will … Continued
Justice Park advocates blamed for potential delay of Justice High School addition
Playtime in Justice Park. Retaining all of Justice Park for recreational uses shouldn’t have a negative impact on the construction of an addition to Justice High School, park advocates say. The community deserves both – an intact park and an expanded school. Now that both Fairfax County Public Schools and the Park Authority have officially stated they … Continued
New historic marker commemorates James Lee Elementary School
Descendants of James Lee pull the cord to unveil a historic marker commemorating James Lee Elementary School. Alma Amaker, who attended James Lee Elementary School when it opened in 1948 in Falls Church, remembers it as the “very best concept of a neighborhood school.” Amaker spoke at the unveiling of a historic marker Oct. 2 … Continued
Hope cards improve security for abuse victims
Victims of domestic violence in Fairfax County have a new tool to protect their security. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, the Fairfax County Police Department in partnership with the Sheriff’s Office, and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court now offers the Hope Card to people who have obtained protective orders for … Continued
Salon suites available for personal care stylists
Phenix Salon Suites is coming to Graham Park Plaza, the shopping center on Arlington Boulevard in the Falls Church area of Mason District. Phenix is a franchise company that leases suites to individual “lifestyle professionals,” such as hairstylists, nail technicians, and massage therapists.
Crime report: Assault, robbery, and burglary
The Fairfax County Police Department reports the following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area. A 29-year-old man was charged with robbery shortly after 4 p.m. on Sept. 28 on the 4200 block of Annandale Road. The suspect had a dispute with the victim and assaulted him.
Bill Lecos and Nancy Joyner are Mason District’s Lord and Lady Fairfax
The 2021 Lords and Ladies Fairfax with the Board of Supervisors. [Fairfax County Government] Bill Lecos and Nancy Joyner have been honored as the 2021 Lord and Lady Fairfax for Mason District. The two were selected by Mason Supervisor Penny Gross. Every year, since 1984, each member of the Board of Supervisors selects two residents … Continued
New athletic training facility opens in Pinecrest Plaza
D1 Training, an athletic coaching and fitness facility for people of all abilities, is now open at 6550 Little River Turnpike in Pinecrest Plaza. There will be a grand opening on Monday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting, a DJ, snacks, pro athlete appearances, and raffles.
Staffing shortages blamed for yard waste pickup delays
Yard waste piled up for weeks on Glen Forest Drive, as well as all over Mason District. [Kevin Phillips] Bags of yard waste are piling up all over the Annandale/Mason District area as Fairfax County grapples with a severe staff shortage. Kevin Phillips, a resident of Glen Forest Drive in Bailey’s Crossroads, reported on Sept. … Continued
Gold’s Gym opens in Bailey’s Crossroads
Gold’s Gym is now open at 5718 Columbia Pike in Bailey’s Crossroads. There will be a grand opening on Oct. 9, noon-1 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting, food, membership deals, free classes, and prizes for members, including those who sign up on that day.
McAuliffe, Youngkin clash on COVID, abortion, taxes
Candidates for Virginia governor Terry McAuliffe (left) and Glenn Youngkin at a debate Sept. 28. Candidates for governor Terry McAuliffe and Glenn Youngkin clashed on COVID, the economy, abortion, and much more at a debate Sept. 28 hosted by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce. McAuliffe, the Democratic candidate, took on the role of an … Continued
Annandale house fire caused by fire pit ashes
Ashes should be storedin a metal bucket. [Zeny] A fire Sept. 28 in the 4000 block of Ossian Hall Lane in the Wakefield Chapel area of Annandale was caused by improperly discarded fire pit ashes, the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department reports. The fire started at about 3:30 p.m. in the garage of a … Continued
COVID vaccine booster now available
A pop-up COVID vaccination clinic was held at Annandale High School in August. Beginning today, the Fairfax County Health Department is providing booster shots of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who meet new CDC guidelines.
Sales to open this fall on townhomes at Graham Park Plaza
An illustration of the forthcoming townhouse development on Route 50. [EYA] The EYA development company plans to open sales this fall on the Townhomes of Graham Park. The new houses will be built on a portion of the Graham Park Plaza shopping center on Arlington Boulevard in the Falls Church area of Mason District. The new … Continued