Green Spring Gardens pavilion project will be revised
The Fairfax County Park Authority will present a revised proposal for a pavilion at Green Spring Gardens at a community meeting on Wednesday, July 30. The meeting will be held 3-5 p.m. in the Horticultural Center at 4603 Green Spring Road, Lincolnia. The pavilion would be used as an outdoor classroom for school field trips … Continued
Annandale burglary suspect arrested
Fairfax County Police detectives arrested a woman in connection with a residential burglary in Annandale last year. Shortly before 3 p.m. on Dec. 27, officers responded to a burglary alarm in the 3300 block of Elm Terrace in Holmes Run Acres. A homeowner reported seeing two suspects enter her home on a surveillance camera. After … Continued
Man convicted for murder at Fairmont Gardens
Ezequiel Diaz-Mondragon, 21, was convicted by a jury of first-degree murder for killing Anthony “Tony” Benitez, 18, at Fairmont Gardens in Annandale on Feb. 19, 2021, Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano announced June 26. Diaz-Mondragon was also convicted on one count of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Prosecutors showed at trial … Continued
Select schools offer free meals this summer
School is out for the summer, but children are welcome to come back for the Summer Food Service Program. Fairfax County is offering free breakfasts and/or lunches at 31 schools countywide. The meals are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Children must remain on-site while eating. Here’s the schedule for schools in the Annandale/Mason District … Continued
Justice Park tennis courts to get a makeover
The worn-out tennis courts at Justice Park in Seven Corners are finally getting an upgrade. The Fairfax County Park Authority will begin reconstruction work on the courts early next week. The project includes “crack filling, birdbath levelling, new fencing, and a complete level construction repair to improve the playing surface and user experience.” The work … Continued
Police arrest NY man for package thefts
Fairfax County Police officers arrested a man on June 25 for a recent string of package thefts in Annandale and Springfield. Just before 1 p.m., a patrol supervisor from the Mount Vernon Police Station spotted a man riding an e-scooter along Sherwood Hall Lane in Hybla Valley who matched the description of a suspect wanted … Continued
Congressional candidates lay out plans for resisting Trump
Nine candidates running in the Democratic Primary for Virginia’s 11th congressional district all say they will fight against President Trump’s overreach and stand up for federal workers. But they all bring a different set of skills, experience, and priorities. The 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee is holding a primary on Saturday, June 28, at 17 … Continued
Movie Night at the Eileen Garnett park on June 28 features ‘The Princess Bride’
Movie Night, featuring a free showing of “The Princess Bride,” at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space, has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 28. Movie Night starts at 8 at 7200 Columbia Pike in Annandale. Come early, grab a good spot on the lawn. Bring a blanket, chairs, a picnic, and friends, “as you wish,” to make … Continued
Police seek ‘porch pirate’
Fairfax County police detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole packages delivered to homes in Annandale and Springfield. On June 17, at 10:30 a.m., officers responded to the 6300 block of Alberta Street in Springfield for a theft report. The victim said someone stole a package containing electronics that had … Continued
Motorcyclist severely injured in crash
A motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle shortly after 8:30 p.m. on June 24 at the intersection of Little River Turnpike and Braddock Road in Lincolnia. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, the driver remained on the scene. Crash Reconstruction detectives are conducting an investigation.
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Annandale Today is on a brief break. We hope to be back on June 26.
Monthly Thai street markets offer food and entertainment
By Shane Gomez The Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale was transformed into an extravagant and lively celebration of Thailand and its presence in Northern Virginia on Sunday. This event marked the official grand opening of the monthly Thai festivals at that location. The first one, on May 11, was a soft opening. Around 30 … Continued
Walkinshaw launches congressional campaign
James Walkinshaw promises to work “to put the brakes on the dangerous and reckless Trump administration,” if elected to Congress. Walkinshaw represents the Braddock District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. He is one of nine candidates running in a Democratic Primary for the vacant House seat formerly held by Rep. Gerry Connolly, who … Continued
Atoms Booster Club hosts a golf tournament
Enjoy a fun game of golf while supporting the Annandale High School Atoms Booster Club. The 2025 Atoms Golf Invitational is June 23 at the Chantilly National Golf and Country Club in Centreville. Registration is open until 5 p.m. on June 18. The registration fee is $140 per golfer or $500 per team. Sign up … Continued
Residents show their support for the Constitution at ‘No Kings Day’ protests
While President Trump celebrated his birthday with a military parade in D.C. on June 14, protesters gathered in Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads, and Falls Church as part of the nationwide No Kings protests against the overreach of the Trump administration. Local residents, armed with homemade signs and American flags, expressed anger at the Trump administration’s disregard … Continued