Parklawn teacher charged with assault
A former Parklawn Elementary School teacher has been charged with assault, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. Mary Simons, 63, of Arlington, assaulted a student and another teacher during two separate incidents. On March 28, Child Protective Services received a referral about a student being assaulted and notified the FCPD. Following the allegation, Fairfax County … Continued
Woman arrested for bank robbery
The Capitol One Bank in Annandale was robbed on April 28, and a suspect was arrested soon after. A woman entered the bank, at 7030 Little River Turnpike at around 12 p.m. and showed a note to a teller demanding money, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. She didn’t display a weapon but the note … Continued
Gateway signage in the works for Seven Corners and Bailey’s Crossroads
Fairfax County is developing a gateway signage project for the Bailey’s Crossroads and Seven Corners commercial revitalization districts. The Community Revitalization Section (CRS) of the Department of Planning and Development is partnering with the Crossroads and Corners Coalition and the office of Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez on the project. CRS has retained the services … Continued
Rep. Connolly will not seek re-election
Rep. Gerry Connolly will not seek re-election due to a recurrence of esophageal cancer. “When I announced my diagnosis six months ago, I promised transparency. After grueling treatments, we’ve learned that the cancer, while initially beaten back, has now returned,” Connolly stated on X on April 28. “The sun is setting on my time in … Continued
Displaced retail tenants secure concessions from Virginia Hospital Center
The Virginia Hospital Center has agreed to assist the small businesses it’s displacing from a small retail strip on Arlington Boulevard in Falls Church, the Viet Place Collective reports. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in October approved VHC’s plans to replace Graham Center with a health facility to include an emergency room, an urgent … Continued
Free speech screening for children offered at libraries
The Fairfax County Health Department is hosting free workshops on speech and hearing development and free speech screening for children ages 3-7 at selected libraries. The sessions will take place at these libraries in Mason District: The 30-minute workshops are designed for parents who want to learn more about speech and hearing development. Experts will … Continued
Advisory committee is considering plans to adjust school boundaries
The Fairfax County Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee earlier this month reviewed a potential scenario to address attendance islands and schools located outside of their attendance zones. The committee has not yet reported on a proposal to eliminate split feeders. The school board hired Thru Consulting to oversee a district-wide boundary study and develop potential … Continued
Youngkin asks lieutenant governor candidate to withdraw
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has asked Richmond-area radio personality John Reid to withdraw as the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor, numerous news outlets are reporting. The story, first reported by The Richmonder, says GOP researchers found sexually explicit posts online they believe are connected with Reid. Reid denied posting the images. According to a statement … Continued
Sleepy Hollow Preschool hosts an online auction
Community members are encouraged to participate in an online auction to raise funds for the Sleepy Hollow Preschool in Annandale. The auction goes live at 12:01 a.m. on April 26 and ends on May 4. “Whether you’re looking for a fun family experience, a date night, or a treat for yourself, there are options for … Continued
Road closure in Annandale next week
The Virginia Department of Transportation is closing Spring Valley Drive between Birch Lane and Tunlaw Street in Annandale April 28-May 1. The road is being closed for the replacement of a drainage pipe. The construction will be done each day 9 a.m.-5 p.m., weather permitting. People who need to reach properties along Spring Valley Drive … Continued
Farmers markets open in May
The Annandale Farmers Market opens for the season on May 1. In addition to a variety of fresh produce and prepared foods, there’s something new at the Annandale Market – a lead-testing program hosted by the Fairfax County Health Department. Lead is toxic, especially for young children. Lead poisoning can cause developmental delays, learning disabilities, … Continued
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are reported by the Fairfax County Police Department on CityProtect: April 23 April 22 April 21 April 20 April 19 April 18 April 17 April 16
BoS authorizes a hearing on a Unified Sanitary District
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on April 22 authorized a hearing on a proposal to consider the formation of a Unified Sanitary District. The hearing will be June 24. County Executive Bryan Hill recommended the county take over garbage and recycling collections through a regional system. The county would grant private companies exclusive rights … Continued
Registration open for the Child Development Center’s summer program
Enrollment is underway for the summer program for children ages 6-12 at the ACCA Child Development Center. The bilingual, full-day program runs from June 16 to Aug. 15, at the CDC, located at 7200 Columbia Pike in Annandale. Activities include arts and crafts, technology, engineering, math, cooking, sports, science experiments, outdoor adventures, and more. Experienced … Continued
Herrity quits race for lieutenant governor
Springfield Supervisor Pat Herrity, the lone Republican on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, has ended his bid for lieutenant governor of Virginia, citing health reasons. In the weeks since he had heart surgery on March 13 to repair a genetic defect, “I have had several complications that have impacted my recovery time,” Herrity wrote … Continued