Top dogs compete for prizes at the Taste of Annandale Pet Contest
The Pet Contest at the Taste of Annandale on April 29 showcased some of the best-dressed, most talented, and most endearing dogs in the community. The event was hosted by Danielle Areco, owner of Chico’s Natural Pet Market in Barcroft Plaza. The judges, Holly Hazard and Jamie DeSimone, must have had a hard time picking the … Continued
Annandale Today raffle winner announced
The winner of our raffle, Andrew Maletz, happens to be an Annandale resident who is a regular Annandale Today reader. He even has an Annandale Today magnet on his car. People entered the random raffle drawing by filling out a brief survey at the Taste of Annandale on April 29. The prize was a gift … Continued
One dead after shooting in Bailey’s Crossroads
Updated May 8: Two people were shot early this morning in the 3800 block of S. George Mason Drive in Bailey’s Crossroads, the Fairfax County Police Department reported on Twitter. One victim has died, and the other has injuries considered to be life-threatening. The man who died was identified as Maurice Anderson, 24, of Washington, … Continued
Early voting underway for Democratic Primary
Early voting is underway for the June 20 Democratic Primary. For Mason District/Annandale voters, these candidates will be on the ballot: Any registered voter can vote. The deadline to register is May 30. The last day to request an absentee ballot is June 9. The last day to vote early is June 17. Related story: … Continued
Woman stabbed in Seven Corners
A woman who was stabbed during a domestic dispute in Seven Corners was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, the Fairfax County Police Department reported. The suspect is in custody. According to a report on NBC News4, the incident occurred in an apartment building on the third floor of the Loren at 6410 Arlington … Continued
Stand for the Silent works to end bullying
In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, there’s a table in front of Collector’s World at 7006 Columbia Pike in Annandale offering information on suicide prevention and bullying. The booth is hosted by the national organization Stand for the Silent. It will be up until 6 p.m. and might be back next week, … 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: May 4 May 3 May 2 May 1 April 30 April 29 April 28 April 27
RAMP presents soccer shirt to raffle winner
Keith Persson not only enjoyed the Taste of Annandale on April 29, he ended up winning the framed Wayne Rooney shirt raffled off by RAMP Optimal Performance & Wellness. Rooney was one of the top football stars in England and is the current manager of DC United. RAMP owner Pablo Amaya, a DC United assistant … Continued
Planning Commission recommends approval of zMod despite widespread opposition
The Fairfax County Planning Commission on May 3 voted unanimously to recommend the Board of Supervisors approve an overhaul of the county’s zoning ordinance known as zMod. The Planning Commission also agreed to have its Land Use Process Review Committee look at some of the issues raised by residents during the public hearing, with the … Continued
Health clinic opens temporarily in Annandale
CareLife Medical, a clinic temporarily located in a former bank building at 4250 John Marr Drive in Annandale, offers medical aesthetics services, as well as basic healthcare. CareLife relocated from its former home on Old Lee Highway in Fairfax and will only be in its current space for about two more months until it secures … Continued
Giant takes steps to address shoplifting
Giant grocery stores throughout the region are changing their checkout procedures due to a soaring increase in shoplifting. The self-checkout stations are now limited to 20 items per customer, and stores now close at 10 p.m. A manager at the Annandale Giant on Columbia Pike also said more security staff are being added. A … Continued
Annandale house fire caused by arson
Investigators with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department ruled that a house fire in the 4900 block of Bristow Drive in Annandale on April 27 was deliberately set. Clinton James Hall, 27, was charged with arson. The fire was started on the porch of the three-story, single-family home shortly before 12 p.m. There were … Continued
Supervisors cut property tax rate
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a budget markup package for FY 2024 on May 2 that reduces the real estate tax rate by 1.5 cents and fully funds the county employee compensation plan. The board will formally adopt the budget on May 9 but is not expected to change anything. “This budget recognizes … Continued
Mason District supervisor candidates outline their priorities and qualifications
The four candidates running in the Democratic Primary to represent Mason District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors presented their views on a wide-ranging series of issues at a forum on May 1. Speaking to a full house at the Mason Government Center, the candidates spoke about their qualifications and proposals, although they offered … Continued
The Taste of Annandale 5K draws more than 100 participants
[Updated May 12] More than 100 people – of all ages and abilities – participated in the Taste of Annandale 5K race on April 29. Some did their utmost to run as fast as possible, while others walked the course enjoying the nice weather in Mason District Park, some with strollers or dogs. Although the … Continued