Braddock candidates lay out their vision for Fairfax County
At a forum with the candidates for Braddock supervisor, Ken Balbuena, the Republican candidate, presented himself as disconnected from national GOP politics, while the Democrat, Rachna Sizemore Heizer, said, “who we align ourselves with matters.” Sizemore Heizer, a member of the Fairfax County School Board, said, “We have a party that is decimating our economy, … Continued
Library friends host book sale Oct. 23-26
The Friends of George Mason Regional Library are selling thousands of books at their semi-annual book sale at George Mason Regional Library Oct. 23-26. The book sale will be open 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. daily. The library is located at 7001 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. The George Mason Friends are also hosting a preview sale … Continued
Fall Festival this Saturday in Annandale
The Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale is becoming a busy place for fun weekend events. This Saturday, Oct. 18, Fairfax County’s Community Revitalization Section and the Park Authority are hosting a Fall Festival. The event is 1-4 p.m. at 7200 Columbia Pike. There will be a petting zoo, fall-themed arts and crafts, seedling giveaways, … Continued
Educators honored with FCPS Impact Awards
Educators at Holmes Middle School, Annandale Terrace Elementary School, and Annandale and Woodson high schools are among the recipients of FCPS Impact Awards. Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid presented the awards to 24 individuals – including school-based educators and central office staff – and 17 teams at a ceremony at Fairfax High School … Continued
Fire station hosts the public at an open house
Children got a chance to explore fire trucks, ambulances, and the Fairfax 1 helicopter at the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department’s open house on Oct. 11, while also getting a lesson in fire prevention. As a volunteer-run fire department, the two stations in Annandale – at 7128 Columbia Pike and 8914 Little River Turnpike – depend … Continued
Creativity on display at the Mason District Art Festival in Annandale
Creativity in many forms – paintings, photography, ceramics, textiles, and jewelry – was on display Saturday at the Mason District Art Festival at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale. Thirty-some artists participated – and in some cases, sold their creations – at the event, which also featured music, dance, and poetry performances along with … Continued
Residents invited to adopt a fire hydrant
The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department invites members of the public to adopt a fire hydrant. Those who adopt a hydrant will be responsible for clearing snow and ice after storms and removing grass, leaves, and trash to ensure it is visible and accessible. “This initiative is designed to enhance community safety and ensure that … Continued
Motorcylist suffering life-threatening injuries from hit-and-run crash
An adult male on a motorcycle was struck in a hit-and-run crash at Leesburg Pike and Patrick Henry Drive in Seven Corners last night, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. The victim is in the hospital with a life-threatening condition. The driver fled the scene in a dark-colored SUV.
Wakefield Park gets new pickleball courts
The Fairfax County Park Authority has completed a court reconfiguration project at Wakefield Park in Annandale that includes the addition of six new dedicated pickleball courts. One tennis court was converted into four dedicated pickleball courts, while two dual-use courts were returned to tennis-only play. With these changes, Wakefield Park now has 10 tennis courts … Continued
School news roundup
The following news items are from FCPS and individual schools Environmental education – Westlawn Elementary School was recognized as a Year 3 Virginia Naturally School by the state’s Department of Wildlife Resources. The program recognizes the work done by Westlawn staff to increase students’ environmental literacy. “Helping students become socially and environmentally conscious is woven … Continued
The St. James proposes a major expansion
The St. James sports complex is planning a major expansion of its private academy for elite student athletes. The facility, located on Industrial Road in the Springfield area of Mason District, is proposing a 20,000-square-foot expansion to accommodate future growth of the St. James Academy, a private school that opened in August 2024. The academy … Continued
Fire stations host open houses on Saturday
Explore a fire truck, teach your kids about fire safety, and meet Hector the Smoke Detector and Sparky the Fire Dog this Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department’s Open House. All Fairfax County fire stations are hosting an open house on Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., as part of National Fire Prevention Week. … Continued
An exciting mix of performers joins the Mason District Art Festival
By James Albright, chair of the Mason District Arts Advisory Council Under the guidance of Bharati Soman, local producer, performer, and member of the Mason Arts Advisory Council, nine performances will take place at the Mason District Art Festival on Oct. 11. Performances will include a wide variety of music, dance, theater, and poetry from local and regional artists. … Continued
Falls Church HS sports will be off-campus this spring
Much of the renovation/expansion project at Falls Church High School has been completed, but the athletic fields won’t be done until next summer or early fall. That means spring season sports will have to be conducted at other locations, said Scott Eschbach, director of design and construction for Fairfax County Public Schools, at a community … Continued
Car tax deadline extended
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has extended the personal property tax deadline from Oct. 6 to Wednesday, Nov. 5. The extension gives residents additional time to submit their payments without incurring any interest or late fees. “We understand the financial challenges many residents are facing this year, particularly our federal workforce impacted by the … Continued