Chainsaw artist carves woodland creatures on a dead tree trunk at Hidden Oaks
Andrew Mallon carves animals on a tree trunk at Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Taking a chainsaw to a tree usually means destroying it. But what Andrew Mallon does with a chainsaw is turn a dead tree trunk into a work of art. Mallon was at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center Sept. 9 carving raccoons, squirrels, … Continued
The police helicopter will be at the Taste of Annandale
Families check out the police helicopter at the 2018 Taste of Annandale. The police helicopter will make an appearance again at the Taste of Annandale this year, and there will also be a larger law enforcement display than we had last year, featuring vehicles from the Fairfax County Police Department, Virginia State Police, and Sheriff’s … Continued
Jerusalem restaurant to add a new location
The future home of the Jerusalem restaurant at 3400A Leesburg Pike. The Jerusalem Restaurant is opening a second location, in the new shopping center on the corner of Leesburg Pike and Washington Drive in Bailey’s Crossroads. It’s across the street from its original spot at 3405 Payne St. The original Jerusalem will focus on seafood. … Continued
Falls Church Anglican holds first service in huge new building on Arlington Boulevard
The Falls Church Anglican held its first Sunday service Sept. 8, along with a consecration and dedication ceremony, in its brand-new building on Route 50. The sanctuary holds about 900 people and was so full on Sunday that late arrivals watched the service on a monitor in the lobby. The building also houses the children’s ministry. The … Continued
Truck overturns on the beltway
A dump truck on its side on the beltway. [FCFRD] A dump truck overturned on the beltway southbound on Braddock in Annandale early Sunday morning, spilling 70 gallons of diesel fuel, the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department reports. One person was injured and taken to the hospital. Traffic was routed to the express lanes … Continued
New Vietnamese restaurant on Annandale Road
Bếp Viết, the brand-new Vietnamese restaurant at 3000 Annandale Road, features the cuisine of Hanoi. The restaurant is in the space formerly occupied by the Little Dipper Hot Pot. Bếp Viết has a soft opening last week with a limited menu, featuring such items as Hanoi-style grilled pork, spicy beef soup, pork belly stew in … Continued
Residents invited to discuss county’s strategic plan
Local residents discuss their vision for the future of the county at James Lee Community Center in March. Fairfax County invites residents to the next round of meetings on the countywide strategic plan. Six community meetings have been scheduled, including one on Sept. 17 at Justice High School in Mason District, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sign up … Continued
Dice Burger might close if business doesn’t pick up
Sayed Sanaei, the owner of Dice Burger, doesn’t want to close the Annandale burger restaurant but might have to if business doesn’t improve. Dice Burger opened at 7023 Columbia Pike in February 2014. In addition to several varieties of burgers cooked on a wood-burning grill, the fast-casual restaurant offers burritos, veggie burgers, ribs, chili, gyros, … Continued
Planning Commission to consider development at Inova and Fairview Park
A concept for new development at the Inova Center for Personalized Health. Gallows Road is at the bottom. Inova’s plans for the Gallows Road property include a massive amount of development along with improvements to Gallows Road the preservation of some open space to make the project more acceptable to the community. That concept was … Continued
Candidates for Braddock Supervisor outline priorities
Braddock supervisor candidates Jason Remer (left) and James Walkinshaw. “It’s the local level where you make a positive impact on people’s lives,” said James Walkinshaw, in explaining why he’s running as the Democratic candidate to succeed incumbent John Cook as the Braddock representative on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Jason Remer, the Republican candidate, says … Continued
Two sewer lines breaks this week in Mason District
Workers install a temporary bypass system to remove flow from a damaged sewer pipe on Braddock Road to allow inspection and repairs. [DPWES] There were two sewer line breaks in Mason District this week – one at Roundtree Park and one in Parklawn. The first one occurred at Roundtree Park Monday evening when an eight-inch … Continued
Vistas of Annandale hosts Food Truck Block Party
The Vistas of Annandale invites the community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at a Food Truck Block Party on Sept. 21. The party is noon-4 p.m. at 7931 Patriot Drive, Annandale. There will be Latin-themed food trucks, a DJ, snacks for sale, piñatas, face painting, lawn games, and chalk for sidewalk art. The Vistas of … Continued
Gross and Aiken make their case at a candidate forum
Gary Aiken and Penny Gross. Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross stressed her experience and accomplishments at a candidate forum Sept. 3, while Republican challenger, Gary Aiken, focused on high taxes and more oversight. The forum, hosted by the local chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, also featured candidates for Braddock Supervisor; … Continued
Enter the Taste of Annandale best-dressed pet contest for a chance to be Chico’s Next Pet Model
Coco the Couture Cat makes an appearance at the 2016 Taste of Annandale. Does your pet have what it takes to become a star? Enter your pet in the Taste of Annandale Pet contest and find out. Your furry fashionista could become Chico’s Next Pet Model. Chico’s has a wide selection of pet outfits. The … Continued
Share your memories with the Annandale Oral History Project at the Taste of Annandale
The Annandale firehouse in 1948. Did you grow up in Annandale when it was a semi-rural outer suburb? We’re inviting you to share your memories with the Annandale Oral History Project during the Taste of Annandale on Oct. 5. There will be a table set up with an interviewer to record your stories at the … Continued