June 30, 2026
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Residents complain about deteriorating conditions at the Bailey’s Shelter

#government services, #homeless, #housing
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The failure of New Hope Housing to adequately manage homeless shelters, including the one in Bailey’s Crossroads, has had a negative impact on clients, as well as staff. Shelter employees have complained about missing paychecks, suspended benefits, and shelters running out of supplies. Meanwhile, homeless people served by the shelter say conditions have deteriorated in … Continued

Music is the key to addiction recovery

#drugs, #health, #Seven Corners

Recovery Unplugged, a new addiction treatment center in Seven Corners, uses music as a catalyst to help people change their lives.   The center offers holistic treatment for mental and behavioral health, as well as detox for addiction, said Riley Osborne, the company’s chief growth officer, at an open house on Sept. 30. Recovery Unplugged … Continued

Learn about volunteer opportunities at a resource fair

#volunteers
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Empty nesters, retirees, and young people often say they want to volunteer, but don’t know how to get started. The Venture into Volunteering Fair, this Sunday, Oct. 5, 12-4 p.m., at Springfield Town Center, will feature representatives from 41 agencies and nonprofits eager to talk about volunteer opportunities. There are openings for people of all … Continued

Asiantique visitors dress to impress

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The latest Asiantique Market, on Sept. 28 in Annandale, drew a contingent of video game characters, along with the usual crowd of people attracted to the array of Asian food vendors. The festival hosted a cosplay costume contest, with the top prize, $300, awarded to “Princess Zelda” from Nintendo’s Legends of Zelda series. Amanda R. … Continued

Restaurant Week locations announced

#Mason District, #restaurants
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Fourteen restaurants in the Annandale/Mason area will participate in Mason District Restaurant Week Oct. 20-26. This year’s theme is “Eat Around the World.” Some of the restaurants have already announced specials for Restaurant Week; the others will be doing so soon. These restaurants are participating in Mason District Restaurant Week: Beanetics Coffee Roasters, Annandale. Bawadi … Continued

Donations sought for pet food pantry

#Mason District, #pets

When families face food insecurity, so do their pets. The Mason District Animal Welfare Advisory Alliance launched a pet food pantry to ensure vulnerable dogs and cats don’t go hungry. The group, formed by Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez, has set up collection bins for wet and dry pet food at three locations: Related story: Mason … Continued

Annandale is getting a new café

#restaurants

Dessert 39, a franchise company based in Korea, is coming to 7326A Little River Turnpike. The shop will open in the long-vacant storefront formerly occupied by the Manoa Bakery Café. According to a building permit application filed with Fairfax County, Dessert 39 is planning a $20,000 renovation of the space. Dessert 39 offers donuts, croissants, … Continued

Casino opponents dispute economic benefits

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Now that another bill promoting a casino in Tysons will be introduced in the next General Assembly, opponents are gearing up again to fight it. Leaders of the opposition presented their arguments at an online presentation on Sept. 24. The legislation would authorize Fairfax County to hold a referendum on whether a casino and entertainment … Continued

Survey seeks input on school start times

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As part of Fairfax County Public Schools’ effort to implement a later start for middle schools, community members are asked to indicate their preference for one of two proposed options. The goal is to shift the start of middle schools to after 8 a.m. Research shows students who have more time to sleep do better … Continued