Funeral home hosts a Halloween event
Lots of schools, churches, and community centers are holding trunk or treat events this Halloween season, but the scariest one could well be at the Demaine Funeral Home.
Economic Mobility Pilot distributes cash payments
A randomly selected group of lower-income Fairfax County households are receiving cash payments as part of a pilot program to promote economic mobility.
New Bank opens in Annandale
Annandale has a new bank. PromiseOne Bank opened this month at 7410A Little River Turnpike.
Justice HS holds a Recycling Fair
Justice High School student volunteers helped local residents declutter their homes while keeping unneeded items out of landfills.
Animals delight kids at Annandale festival
The Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale was filled with families on Oct. 19 for a Fall Festival.
Annandale HS Athletic Hall of Fame inductees announced
The Annandale Athletics Hall of Fame has announced a new slate of inductees who have “demonstrated exceptional talent, leadership, and dedication throughout their athletic careers.”
Lake Accotink is being drained for an evaluation of the dam
Part of the lakebed at Lake Accotink is exposed, as the water level is being lowered to facilitate a study of the dam structure.
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are reported by the Fairfax County Police Department on CityProtect:
Vote early at the Mason Government Center
Early voting for one of the most consequential presidential races in U.S. history began at Fairfax County’s 13 satellite locations on Thursday, Oct. 17.
New Annandale shop features a mix of fashion and home decor
A new shop in Annandale, Elegant Snob, offers carefully curated furniture, art, clothing, and accessories.
Completion of Fort Buffalo Fire Station delayed
Construction of the Fort Buffalo Station on Sleepy Hollow Road in Seven Corners appears to be completed, but it’s not expected to open until February due to a construction problem.
Fall Festival in Annandale this Saturday
The community is invited to a Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space.
Man dies from injuries in pedestrian crash
A man injured in a pedestrian crash last month in Seven Corners was pronounced deceased on Oct. 13.
Tree planting honors Penny Gross
Fairfax County leaders honored former Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross by planting a tree in her honor at Mason District Park on Oct. 11.
Health officials urge residents to get flu shots
Now that peak flu season is in full swing, public health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated.