VDOT recommends improvements for key intersections on Braddock Road
The Virginia Department of Transportation has come up with recommendations for improvements to three critical intersections on Braddock Road. Those proposals, announced at a community meeting Nov. 29, are part of the Braddock Road Multimodal Project, which is aimed at reducing traffic flow and making the corridor safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. In May 2021, … Continued
Grand jury indicts suspects in ATM murder
A grand jury has indicted the two individuals arrested in connection with the murder of Nelson Alexander Sr. at a Wells Fargo ATM on Annandale Road in October 2021. Alexander, age 73, was withdrawing money when he was fatally shot during a botched robbery attempt. Winston Lark, the shooter, is charged with murder and the … Continued
Inova seeing a surge in patients
Patient volumes continue to surge at Inova hospitals, due to a spike in the flu, Covid-19, RSV, and other illnesses following the Thanksgiving holiday. The Fairfax County Health Department reports a rapid increase in RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) infections since early September. “Inova’s hospitals are experiencing unprecedented patient volumes and strain on hospital capacity,” the … Continued
School news roundup
The following news briefs cover schools in the Annandale/Mason District area. Collective bargaining – The Fairfax County School Board will hold a public hearing on a resolution to allow collective bargaining on Dec. 15, 6-7 p.m., at Jackson Middle School. Registration for 25 speakers will open at 6 a.m. on Dec. 1. Legislation approved by … Continued
Crime report: Nov. 22-27, 2022
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are from the Fairfax County Police Department as listed on CityProtect: Nov. 27 Assault – 7500 block of Parkwood Court, Falls Church, 3 a.m. Simple, not aggravated, assault. Assault – 4300 block of Ravensworth Road, Annandale, 2 p.m. Simple, not aggravated assault. Larceny/shoplifting – Seven Corners Shopping … Continued
Hot pot restaurant to open in Annandale
A new all-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant is expected to open in Annandale in about two weeks. 9292 Shabu is located at 7131-A Little River Turnpike next to 9292 Korean BBQ and 9292 Pocha (a bar that serves small plates). All three restaurants are offshoots of the original 9292 Korean BBQ restaurant in Duluth, Ga. Each … Continued
Explore a Park: Annandale Community Park
This article is part of our Explore a Park series on parks in the Annandale/Mason District area. The 52-acre Annandale Community Park at 4030 Hummer Road, Annandale, includes the Hidden Oaks Nature Center. the Fred M. Packard Center, and a park maintenance facility. Features: Two softball fields, tennis courts, a basketball court, a playground, trails, … Continued
Fire stations are collecting Toys for Tots
How about picking up a toy or two for needy children while doing your holiday shopping? The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department is again participating in the Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots campaign to “bring holiday joy and deliver a message of hope to children.” All Fairfax County fire stations – including those in … Continued
Rape case solved 34 years later
Fairfax County Police announced on Nov. 22 the arrest of a man for a rape committed 34 years ago. George Thomas Jr., 61, of Arlington, was charged with two counts of rape, one count of sodomy, and one count of abduction. On Aug. 24, 1988, a 22-year-old woman was getting off work at Skyline Mall … Continued
Deceased occupant found after house fire
A missing occupant following a house fire in Lincolnia Sunday night was later found deceased inside the home, the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department reports. The two-alarm fire was in the 6600 block of Pine Road.
Eight redevelopment projects proposed for Mason District
Developers have submitted nominations to amend the Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan to allow new multifamily housing, infill housing, and retail projects in Mason District. The proposals were submitted as part of the newly revised Site-Specific Plan Amendment (SSPA) process. The Board of Supervisors approved changes in the SSPA in July that sped up the timeline … Continued
Volunteers clean up Bailey’s Crossroads
Volunteers from New Hope Housing and Hilton Arlington National Landing cleaned up litter along Seminary Road in Bailey’s Crossroads in October. New Hope Housing operates the Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing facility, at 5914 Seminary Road, for Fairfax County. The organization adopted a 0.7-mile section of Seminary Road near the shelter as part of the … Continued
Teen fatally struck by car on Columbia Pike
Lesly Diaz-Bonilla, the 17-year-old fatally struck by a car in Bailey’s Crossroads, “was a beautiful angel” who dreamed of being successful in school and becoming a nurse, said her father, Fermin Diaz Argueta on a GoFundMe page he set up. The fundraising campaign has already received $20,391, more than double the goal of $10,000. Lesly … Continued
Police release footage from officer-involved shooting in Falls Church
The Fairfax County Police Department released a video from the officer-involved shooting Oct. 6 at Arlington Boulevard and Graham Road. Police officers approached the suspect while he was shooting at them. One of the officers fired five rounds, said Police Chief Kevin Davis at a media briefing Nov. 2. None of the shots hit the … Continued
Board of Supervisors approves funds for crosswalk and trail improvements
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 1 approved $5 million for active transportation projects to improve accessibility for pedestrians and bicylists. This funding is part of the board’s $100 million commitment in September to make roads, sidewalks, and trails safer for all users. The $5 million includes $2.7 million for crosswalk projects, including … Continued