May 27, 2026
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia
Pinecrest School

Constitutional amendment on the ballot would create a commission on redistricting

#elections, #politics, #state government, #voting
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With all the attention on the presidential election, voters are encouraged not to neglect the other issues on the Nov. 3 ballot, including a constitutional amendment to create a Virginia Redistricting Commission.  The proposed amendment would establish a bipartisan commission to draw the election districts for the U.S. House of Representatives, the state Senate, and … Continued

Mixed-use redevelopment proposed for Big Lots site across from Landmark Mall

#Alexandria, #hotel, #housing, #land use, #Landmark, #redevelopment, #revitalization
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A concept for the Landmark Overlook development. [Hekemian & Co.] A mixed-use redevelopment is planned for an 8.2-acre site along Route 236 across from the now-closed Landmark Mall, the Washington Business Journal reports. Hekemian & Co., a New Jersey-based developer, purchased the property March 31 for about $21.5 million. The site includes a Big Lots … Continued

Stores robbed in Bailey’s Crossroads, Lincolnia

#crime, #police, #robbery

There were two commercial robberies and one pursuit incident this week in Mason District, the Fairfax County Police Department reports.  An employee at the Ross Dress for Less store at Landmark Plaza in Lincolnia saw three suspects taking multiple items and attempted to leave without paying shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 16. When the … Continued

Fairfax County supervisors approve incentives to spur economic revitalization

#Annandale, #Bailey's Crossroads, #Board of Supervisors, #redevelopment, #revitalization, #Skyline Center
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A plan to redevelop these buildings at the Skyline Center will benefit from the new Economic Incentive Program. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a new economic incentive program Sept. 15 to encourage investment in six areas, including Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners, Lincolnia, Springfield, Richmond Highway, and McLean. The financial incentives include a 10 percent … Continued

Early voting in Virginia starts tomorrow

#elections, #voting
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The Office of Elections plans to keep voting stations clean to prevent voters from contracting COVID-19. [Fairfax County government] Early voting in person begins this Friday, Sept. 18, at the Fairfax County Government Center. Here’s what you need to know about voting: Early voting in person  Fairfax County citizens can vote Mondays to Fridays, 8 … Continued

Fairfax County board bans guns in government buildings

#Board of Supervisors, #guns

The Fairfax County Government Center [Keith Pham] The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted 9-1 on Sept. 15 to ban firearms and ammunition in county-owned buildings, parks, RECenters, and community centers. The lone vote in opposition was cast by Supervisor Pat Herrity (Springfield).  Approval of this measure follows the passage of legislation by the Virginia … Continued

FCPS considers new admissions plan to increase diversity at TJ

#Brabrand, #diversity, #education, #schools
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology [Keith Pham] Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Scott Brabrand has presented recommendations to the school board to revise the admissions policy at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology to give historically underrepresented students – African Americans and Hispanics – a better shot at attending.  Admissions … Continued

Fire department hosts virtual events during Fire Prevention Week

#Annandale, #community events, #families, #fire department, #safety

Due to the need to maintain safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, Fairfax County fire stations are not inviting the community to open house events this fall.  Instead, the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department is hosting interactive, virtual events every day during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-10. This year’s theme is “Serve Up Fire Safety … Continued