Public meeting to address the White Gardens resident curator program
The Fairfax County Park Authority invites the community to a virtual meeting Monday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., on the future of the Resident Curator program for the John C. and Margaret K. White Horticultural Park. The 13-acre park, at 6711 Princess Anne Lane, in the Falls Church area of Mason District, includes a house, … Continued
County executive proposes a $5 billion budget for FY 2024
Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill presented a proposed FY 2024 budget to the Board of Supervisors Feb. 21 that would retain the existing property tax rate of $1.11 per $100 of assessed value. Due to rising assessments based on equalization, however, the average annual tax bill is estimated to increase by just over $520. The … Continued
Real estate assessments rise again
Fairfax County real estate assessments for 2023 are up an average of 6.79 percent, the Department of Tax Administration announced on Feb. 21. More than 357,000 updated 2023 assessment notices are being mailed to all property owners. You can also look up your assessment here. Due to rising property values, the average annual tax bill … Continued
Little League registration now open
Hey, kids, get in the game. Registration is now open for the 2023 season of the Mason District Little League. The MDLL offers opportunities for children ages 4-13 to learn and play tee ball and baseball. Register here. Teams practice at Mason District Park, Parklawn Park, and Parklawn Elementary School. The MDLL is a member … Continued
Bring your dog to the Taste of Annandale for the Best-Dressed Pet Contest
The best-dressed pets in Annandale will be showing off their fashion sense at the Taste of Annandale. a community festival on April 29 on Tom Davis Drive. The Best-Dressed Pet Contest, sponsored by Chico’s Natural Pet Market in Barcroft Plaza, will be on the stage at 2:30 p.m. The contest isn’t just about buying an … Continued
Women’s health office opens in Annandale
There’s a new healthcare option for women in Annandale. The Elite Gynecology Center will open on Feb. 21 at 3301 Woodburn Road, Suite 309. The founder, Dr. Nadine Hammoud, provides preventive care, annual exams, screenings, and minimally invasive surgery. She addresses such issues as abnormal periods, pelvic pain, birth control, menopause, hormonal disorders, infections, infertility, … Continued
You’re all invited to the Coach CJ Celebration
The Coach CJ Celebration is back – after a two-year hiatus. The seventh annual event will be held March 11, 7-10 p.m., at the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department social hall, 7128 Columbia Pike. The St. Patrick’s Day-themed party is a fundraiser for the scholarship program run by the Team Joyner Foundation. The Coach CJ … Continued
Planning Commission recommends one-to-one replacement of affordable housing
The Fairfax County Planning Commission on Feb. 15 passed a motion to recommend the Board of Supervisors strengthen the county’s policy on preserving affordable housing. As developed by county staff, a new objective would be added “to provide affordable multifamily rental housing incentives for preservation, including density.” The goal is “no net loss of … Continued
Fairfax Water to begin flushing fire hydrants
If your tap water tastes like chlorine, don’t worry, says Fairfax Water. It doesn’t affect the quality of the water. Fairfax Water will soon begin flushing its water mains by opening fire hydrants and allowing them to flow freely for a short period of time. This is done every year to maintain water quality. During … Continued
Fire destroys kitchen in Annandale townhome
The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department says a townhouse fire on Feb. 10 in Annandale was caused by combustibles left on an electric range that were ignited after the burner was accidentally turned on. No one was in the home when the fire started. The two-story, end-unit townhouse in the 7800 block of Trammell … Continued
Workshop set to review development proposals
The Fairfax County Planning Commission will hold a workshop on March 9 to review 17 Comprehensive Plan Amendment proposals including five in Mason District. The workshop will be held at the Fairfax County Government Center in Fairfax at 7:30 p.m. Under the Site-Specific Plan Amendment Process, developers submitted applications for housing and other land use … Continued
A vape shop with a twist is coming to Annandale
Can Annandale handle another vape shop? Apparently, it can. The Hidden Cloud Smoke Shop is coming to 7031 Little River Turnpike, unit 11-B, in Great World Plaza. They’re aiming for an April 1 opening. This one will be a little different. According to the company’s Instagram, the shop will sell anime, videogame merchandise, and “exotic … Continued
Dredging Lake Accotink is not financially or environmentally feasible
At a virtual community meeting Feb. 15, Fairfax County officials explained why the dredging project that had been proposed to save Lake Accotink is no longer feasible. County public works staff are recommending that “Lake Accotink not be dredged due to significant community and environmental impacts and excessive costs.” A new analysis found the project … 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. 14 Breaking and entering (attempted forcible entry), burglary – 7000 block of Columbia Pike, Annandale, 12 a.m. Vehicle theft – 5800 block of Seminary Road, Bailey’s Crossroads, 3 a.m. Feb. 13 Simple assault – 6300 … Continued
Fairfax County proposes free Connector rides for children
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation is proposing to allow children ages 5-11 years old to ride for free on Connector buses when they’re with a paying adult. FCDOT will hold a virtual community meeting on the proposed changes on Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. Access the meeting here. Currently, only up to two children … Continued