Man arrested for stabbing wife in 1991
A man wanted for a murder in the Falls Church area of Mason District 33 years ago was arrested Jan. 18 as he attempted to enter Costa Rica, the Fairfax County Police Department reported. Ana Jurado, 24, of the 3100 block of Cofer Road, died from stab wounds to the upper body on April 30, … Continued
Early voting underway for Virginia Primary
All eyes might be on New Hampshire, but early voting is now underway for the March 5 Presidential Primary in Virginia. Three locations are open for early voting on weekdays: Additional early voting locations – including the Mason Government Center and Thomas Jefferson Library – will be open Feb. 24-March 2. In Virginia, voters do not … Continued
Salon opens on Little River Turnpike
Le Mirage, a hair and skin care salon, opened earlier this month in a new location, at 7311 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. The salon offers haircuts, color treatments, perms, several kinds of facials, brow design, eyelash extensions, semi-permanent and permanent eyeliner, and makeup for weddings or other special occasions. The salon had been located … Continued
Artists sought for mural project
The Fairfax County Community Revitalization Section invites artists to apply for a new murals program. “Paint It, Fairfax!” is aimed at building a database of talented artists interested in creating community-focused public art in the county’s eight commercial revitalization areas. That includes the Annandale Commercial Revitalization District, the Bailey’s Crossroads and Seven Corners Commercial Revitalization … Continued
Registration opens for summer camps at Hidden Oaks Nature Center
Despite the winter weather, it’s time to start thinking about summer camp. Registration for summer camps at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale opens Jan. 23 at 9 a.m. These sessions fill up quickly, so it’s best not to wait. To register for all camps, visit Parktakes online and search for the camp title or … Continued
Inova opens clinic for sick children
Inova celebrated the grand opening of a clinic for sick children Jan. 18 in Seven Corners. The Inova Cares Pediatric Sick Clinic, the first of its kind in the Inova system, provides care for children who have such common symptoms as fevers, ear infections, and sore throats so they can return to daycare or school … Continued
Supervisor Jimenez wants to make Mason District a cultural hub
Andres Jimenez, Mason District’s new member of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, wants to make Mason District “the cultural hub of Fairfax County.” “Mason District is one of the most diverse districts in the county, and we really want to put a spotlight on the small businesses that are here, the restaurants that are … Continued
New Korean restaurant opens in Annandale
A new Korean barbecue restaurant, called Mad for Grill, opened in Annandale on Jan 15. It’s located at 7315 Little River Turnpike in the space formerly occupied by Nak Won Restaurant and Nak Won Catering. Barbecue entrees, such as marinated short ribs or pork belly, are cooked on the table. Some of the other menu … Continued
Supervisors to vote on huge data center
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to hold a hearing on Jan. 23 on a huge data center in Chantilly that could have a negative impact on the county’s drinking water. An affiliate of Penzance is seeking a rezoning and special exception to build a 110-foot-tall data center in a resource protection area. … Continued
More details emerge on shooting of teen
Fairfax County Police provided more details on the shooting of a juvenile on Jan. 16. Just before 8 p.m., officers responded to the 6500 block of Little River Turnpike in Annandale after multiple calls about a shooting. They found a 14-year-old victim who was shot in the arm a short distance away. He was transported … Continued
General Assembly considers women’s health, gun violence
Hundreds of bills have been introduced in the Virginia General Session since the current term began on Jan. 10. Now that the Democrats have majorities in both houses, they’re pushing an agenda that includes curbing gun violence, protecting women’s reproductive healthcare, increasing funding for schools, and much more. Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) has veto power, … Continued
Male juvenile shot in Lincolnia
A juvenile was shot in the arm near Braddock Road and Overlook Drive in Lincolnia, the Fairfax County Police Department reported on X tonight. He was transported to the hospital with injuries not considered life-threatening. “Preliminary, this is not a random act. Detectives continue to investigate,” the FCPD states. There is no suspect description. The … Continued
Woman shot at Fairmont Gardens
Updated Jan. 18: A woman has been shot in the 4200 block of Wadsworth Court in Fairmont Gardens in Annandale on Jan. 16, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. The victim walked into the hospital shortly after 1 p.m. with a gunshot wound to the upper body. Her injuries are not considered life-threatening. A friend … 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: Jan. 15 Jan. 14 Jan. 13 Jan. 12 Jan. 11 Jan. 10 Jan. 9
Schools closed, bus service reduced
With more snow expected and temperatures staying below freezing for the next couple of days, the roads are expected to be treacherous. Fairfax County Public Schools and FCPS offices are closed today. All extracurricular activities, athletic games, and team practices are canceled. Fairfax County government offices will open at 10 a.m. The federal government is … Continued