Man assaulted and robbed
Fairfax County Police report a robbery occurred Aug. 9 at Lake and Tyler streets near Lake Barcroft and the Woodrow Wilson Library. The victim was walking at about 1:30 a.m. when he was approached and pushed to the ground by an unknown male who took his wallet. There was a brief struggle. The suspect produced … Continued
A Fairfax County farmer promotes local, healthy food for children
Chickens on the Guerre farm. By Marie Reinsdorf While Fairfax County farms have virtually disappeared into local lore and historic records, the story of farmer Chris Guerre brings the promise of fresh food grown nearby. It’s a promise of vegetables you can buy directly from the grower; the opportunity to ask questions and get answers … Continued
Bank robbery in Bailey’s Crossroads
The Sun Trust Bank inside the Safeway at Crossroads Center in Bailey’s Crossroads was robbed on Aug. 9, the Fairfax County Police Department reports. A man entered at 2:18 p.m. and passed a note to an employee demanding money and implying that he had a weapon. The suspect took cash and fled. There were no … Continued
Pet shop coming to Barcroft Plaza
Chico’s Pet Depot is coming to the Barcroft Plaza shopping center on Columbia Pike. The shop could open as early as September, says Joseph Thorne of the Pet Depot company, although it looks like a lot of work still needs to be done. The shop will sell pet food, treats, pet supplies, and small animals, … Continued
Korean cultural heritage celebrated in Annandale
Hundreds of people converged on Ossian Hall Park in Annandale Aug. 9 for Korean Cultural Heritage Night, featuring music, dance, drumming, a martial arts demonstration, and food. It was also an early celebration of Korean Independence Day on Aug. 15, which commemorates Korea’s liberation from Japanese rule. The International New Praise Academy youth orchestra, based … Continued
Cosmetics shop coming to Annandale
Curious about the question marks on the sign at 4129 Hummer Road in Annandale? This property next to 7-Eleven, formerly occupied by a laundromat, is going to be a Tony Moly cosmetics store. Tony Moly was founded in South Korea in 2006. There are 102 Tony Moly shops in Asia, Europe, Australia, Canada, and … Continued
Firefighter of the Year based in Bailey’s Crossroads
Lewis Master Technician Michael Lewis of the Bailey’s Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department was named Firefighter of the Year by the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department. Lewis was recognized for his “tireless work ethic, passion for teaching, and getting things done.” Off duty, he has helped rebuild a home for a fellow firefighter, visited local … Continued
Window company helps fix up local pools
The snack bar at the Annandale Swim and Tennis Club has a new operable window. Community pools in our neck of the woods seems to be struggling to make ends meet every summer, as it’s getting harder to replace members who move away or feel they don’t enjoy a pool as much after their children … Continued
The Pinecrest community celebrates National Night Out
Kids check out a police car during National Night Out at The Pinecrest. [Photos by DeAnn Jelinek] Neighborhood organizations throughout the nation—including many in Mason District—celebrated National Night Out on Aug. 5 with friendly visits from police officers and firefighters. There were cookouts, ice cream socials, and block parties aimed at crime prevention and community … Continued
Virginia should allow second-parent adoptions
Jennifer Shearing and Julie Naff with their boys. The following article by Annandale resident Jennifer Shearin discusses the difficulties she and her partner, Julie Naff, had when they wanted to legally adopt children together in Virginia. Their story offers one example of why the commonwealth’s ban of same-sex marriage is unfair and discriminatory. The 4th … Continued
Upper Bailey’s Elementary School on target to open in September
The new entrance will be in back. The new Upper Bailey’s Elementary School will be open on time for the start of the school year, although there might be a few little odds and ends to wrap up, said John Goldman, the nighttime supervisor with the main contractor, the John C. Grimberg Co. Work is … Continued
Mobile DMV unit coming to Northern Virginia this month
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ mobile customer service center, called DMV 2 Go, will be in Northern Virginia this month, providing a convenient way to get and renew a driver’s license and take care of other DMV and other state government business. People without a driver’s license will be able to get a photo … Continued
Help make Annandale Pyramid Back-to-School Resource Fair a success
Volunteers are desperately needed to help make the second annual Annandale Pyramid Back-to-School Resource Fair a success. The fair takes place Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2-7 p.m., at Annandale High School. More than 10,000 students and family members are invited. Fair organizers are putting out an urgent call for volunteers—adults and students—to help out during the … Continued
Vietnamese cultural heritage celebrated at Ossian Hall Park
Nguyen Dinh Nghia About 200 people packed Ossian Hall Park in Annandale Saturday evening for Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Night, a free variety show supported by the Fairfax County Parks Foundation and various corporate sponsors. Among the performers was the group Nguyen Dinh Nghia, which played traditional Vietnamese music using a flute, large bamboo xylophone, guitar, … Continued
Woman assaulted in Falls Church
Fairfax County Police are investigating a reported sexual assault that occurred in the Falls Church Area of Fairfax County near the lake by Fairview Park Drive. The victim, a 20-year-old woman, was working at the pool at the Carr at New Providence condos by Yarling Court. Around 7 p.m. a man approached the woman at … Continued