The Trust Policy benefits immigrants
Immigrants shouldn’t be afraid to call the police if they’re a victim or a witness to a crime, says Karol Escalante, director of immigrant community affairs for the Fairfax County government. That’s because of the Trust Policy approved by the Board of Supervisors in 2021, which affirms the county’s agreement not to report people to … Continued
Eden Center welcomes the Year of the Dragon
Hundreds of people filled the parking lot and restaurants at the Eden Center in Seven Corners Feb. 10 to celebrate the Vietnamese Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Dragon. There were lion dances, a dragon dance, firecrackers, a flag-raising ceremony, and welcoming remarks by Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Gerry Connolly. Many … Continued
FCPD adopts remote restraint devices
Following a successful pilot program, the Fairfax County Police Department is rolling out BolaWrap so all 800 or so patrol officers across the county will have access to one of the devices. BolaWrap is a hand-held remote device used to safely restrain an individual so they can be safely taken into custody. When activated, the … Continued
Chico’s hosts free pet spa event and contest
Chico’s Natural Pet Market is hosting a special pampering event for Valentine’s Day for the one who loves you the most. Bring your furry friend to the store on Feb. 10, 11, or 14 from 12-4 p.m. for a free mini beauty makeover by the shop’s groomer. Chico’s is located at 6464-A Lincolnia Road at … Continued
Learn how climate change is affecting gardening
Hands On Harvests, the nonprofit organization that operates the new garden in the Eileen Garnett Civic Space on Columbia Pike in Annandale, is hosting three online gardening education programs. The first webinar, on Feb. 13, 7 p.m., is on gardening in a changing climate. Sara Via, a professor and climate extension specialist at the University … Continued
Third person dies from Annandale crash
The crash on Feb. 3 at the intersection of Braddock Road and Bradfield Drive in Annandale has claimed the life of a third person. Yan Zhou, 68, of Burke, has succumbed to the injuries she sustained in the crash, the Fairfax County Police Department announced on Feb. 8. Hong Tang, 63, of Fairfax, died earlier … Continued
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are from the Fairfax County Police Department as reported on CityProtect: Feb. 7 Feb. 6 Feb. 5 Feb. 4 Feb. 3 Feb. 2 Feb. 1
Police target crime at Fairmont Gardens
The Mason Police District reports “significant and positive outcomes” from a crime suppression effort at Fairmont Gardens in Annandale. Between Jan. 3 and Feb. 3, patrol officers and detectives charged 85 people with 137 crimes in the area around Wadsworth Court. There were 48 felony charges – including 23 drug arrests – and 99 misdemeanor … Continued
Amazon Fresh will open in Bailey’s Crossroads after all
Two big things are happening at the Crossroads Center in Bailey’s Crossroads. The Amazon Fresh grocery store that had been on hold since 2021 is back on track, and Floor & Decor is moving into the shopping center on Leesburg Pike, reports Senior Property Manager Joe Simi. Amazon has submitted plans to redo the interior … Continued
AHS music teacher brings home a Grammy
“It was a whirlwind,” says Annandale High School orchestra director Annie Ray of her time in Los Angeles at the Grammys to accept the 2024 Music Educator of the Year Award. “It was unbelievable. It was so cool to see what goes on behind the scenes,” Ray told Annandale Today. She met a slew of … Continued
Ramen restaurant coming to Pinecrest Plaza
Kajiken, a Japanese ramen restaurant, is going into the former Foxfire Grill space at Pinecrest Plaza. Foxfire closed in November. Kajiken specializes in abura soba, which it describes as “soupless ramen.” It’s made with thicker, chewier noodles than regular ramen and can be ordered with a variety of toppings and spices. Options include spicy cod … Continued
Casino bill off the table – at least for this year
The Virginia Senate Finance Committee voted on Feb. 6 to carry over for the next year a bill that would have allowed the development of a casino in Tysons. That means the General Assembly won’t act on the legislation at least until 2025. That will provide more time for research on the impact of a … Continued
FCPD officers arrest man wanted for murder in Maryland
Fairfax County police arrested a suspect in Annandale Feb. 6 who was wanted for a 2022 murder in Frederick, Md. The suspect, Hakeem Earnest Sampson, age 27, was wanted for the first-degree murder of Michael Isaih Olaniyi, the Frederick Police Department reported. Two suspects were identified; Benjamin Michael Johnson was arrested for the fatal … Continued
House passes assault weapons ban
The Virginia House of Delegates passed a bill banning the purchase, sale, and transfer of assault firearms and certain ammunition-feeding devices. The legislation, HB 2, was introduced by Del. Dan Helmer (D-Clifton). Violation would be a Class 1 misdemeanor. Among other legislation related to firearms, the House passed a bill (HB 22) that bans … Continued
Police identify victim of fatal crash
Fairfax County Police identified the victim of a fatal crash in Annandale Feb. 4. Annandale resident Yun Hu, a 72-year-old woman, was pronounced deceased at the hospital. She was a passenger in a 2006 Lexus RX 3301 that was involved in a crash with a 2024 BMW X6. Detectives from the FCPD Crash Reconstruction Unit … Continued