July 2, 2026
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

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

Wakefield Forest Elementary to be expanded and redesigned

#Annandale, #schools

Wakefield Forest Elementary School Wakefield Forest Elementary School, in western Annandale, is getting a total makeover. Fairfax County Public Schools plans to expand and totally redesign the school, which was built for 500 students but now has 700. After the renovation is completed, the school will have capacity for 800. The project will add about … Continued

Public comment sought on pedestrian signal at dangerous Annandale intersection

#Annandale, #pedestrians, #safety, #traffic, #transportation
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The Conwell Drive intersection at Little River Turnpike.  Representatives from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation will be at a tent at the corner of Little River Turnpike and Conwell Drive in Annandale tomorrow and Monday seeking public feedback on a proposed HAWK signal for improving pedestrian safety. Residents are invited to drop by and discuss … Continued