CVS expands COVID vaccination program to Northern Virginia
CVS to provide COVID vaccinations. [CVS] CVS Health has expanded its list of COVID-19 vaccination sites to 36 stores in Virginia, including stores in Fairfax, Alexandria, and Arlington, reports company spokesperson Amy Thibault. CVS has earlier announced plans to offer vaccinations in 11 states, including 28 stores in Virginia but not Northern Virginia.
Granddaddy’s Skillet opens in Pinecrest Plaza
Granddaddy’s Skillet, the soul food restaurant in Pinecrest Plaza, has finally opened Feb. 3 after yet another setback. The restaurant was initially supposed to open in late 2020, but installing a new ventilation system took longer than expected. The owners, Roxanne and Andre David, had to replace the ventilation system and remove the pizza oven … Continued
New commander named for Mason Police District
Capt. Adcock [FCPD] Capt. Shawn Adcock has been named the commander of the Mason Police District, succeeding Capt. Brooke Wright. He starts the new position on Feb. 13. Wright, who has led the station since April 2018, is moving on to a new position, not yet announced, at the Fairfax County Police Department headquarters. Adcock, … Continued
CVS Health rolls out COVID vaccination program in Virginia
CVS is ready to vaccinate the public. [CVS] CVS Health will begin offering COVID-19 vaccinations Feb. 11 at a limited number of pharmacies in 11 states, including Virginia, the company announced Feb. 2. In Virginia, CVS is working with the Virginia Department of Health to provide 26,000 vaccine doses at 28 locations. None of them … Continued
Fairfax County School Board approves return-to-school plan
A COVID vaccination clinic for school employees at Inova. [Karen Bolt/FCPS] The Fairfax County School Board on Feb. 2 approved an updated timeline for students returning to school for in-person learning beginning Feb. 16. Under this timeline, presented by Superintendent Scott Brabrand, all students would return by March 16. Students have been learning at home … Continued
Over 800 COVID deaths so far in Fairfax County
A snow virus by Chris Milensky. The Fairfax County Health District (FCHD) reached a grim milestone over the weekend – 800 people died from COVID-19. As of Feb. 2, there have been 60,690 total cases, 3,325 hospitalizations, and 807 deaths in the FCHD.
Native seedling sale starts this week
American Beautyberry Orders open Feb. 2 for the 2021 native seedling sale hosted by the Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District. Seedlings can be picked up April 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and April 17, 9 a.m.-noon at the Sleepy Hollow Bath and Racquet Club, 3516 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church.
Prepare for a snowstorm
January 2019 in Annandale. With the first snowstorm in 2021 headed our way, here’s what you need to know. The National Weather Service is predicting snow three to seven inches of snow on Sunday, a wintry mix on Sunday night, and possibly another one or two inches of snow on Monday.
Summer camp registration open for Hidden Oaks Nature Center
Nature Playce at Hidden Oaks. [Keith Pham] Registration is now open for summer camps at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale. Capacity is limited to 12 children per session. All camps are held outdoors. There are lots of options. Register here.
Crime report: robbery, stabbing, burglary
Two former tenants, after being involved in two incidents in the McLean area, went to a home at the 3400 block of Holly Street in Seven Corners at about 4:40 p.m. on Jan. 27, where they threatened the homeowner with a gun and demanded property, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. Officers found the two … Continued
Residents speak out against zoning changes that would destabilize neighborhoods
More than 40 people spoke at a Fairfax County Planning Commission meeting on zMOD Jan. 28, most of them opposing new rules that would make it easier to create an Accessory Living Unit (ALU) and home-based business. By the time the public hearing portion of the meeting was over it was 1 a.m., so the … Continued
It will take months before everyone eligible can get a COVID vaccine
An Inova vaccination clinic for school employees. [FCPS] As the demand for COVID-19 vaccinations still greatly exceeds the supply, state and local officials are scrambling to manage the vaccination process. “It will take months to vaccinate all of those who are eligible and currently registered to get a vaccine appointment,” the Fairfax County Health Department … Continued
Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners business owners invited to free training program
Business owners in Bailey’s Crossroads and Seven Corners are invited to participate in a free business training program. The Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners Revitalization Corporation is working with the Community Business Partnership to offer this program with grant funds from Kaiser Permanente.
Bailey’s Crossroads house fire caused by improperly disposed ashes
Lt. Javier Santa Gadea of the Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire Station demonstrates how to properly dispose of fireplace ashes in a video. [FCFRD] A house fire in the 5900 block of Colfax Avenue in Bailey’s Crossroads on Jan. 27 was started in the garage and was caused by improperly discarded woodstove ashes, the Fairfax County … Continued
Driver trapped in car rescued after crash in Annandale
Car flipped after accident in Annandale. [FCFRD] Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel extricated a driver trapped in a car after it flipped over following a two-vehicle crash at Braddock Road and Backlick Road in Annandale at about 9 p.m. on Jan. 27. The driver was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Units from … Continued