NVCC plans to install – and pay for – a traffic signal on Wakefield Chapel Rd.
Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) plans to install a traffic light at the intersection of Wakefield Chapel Road and Chapel Road is not sitting well with some local residents. NVCC believes the signal would reduce traffic tie-ups in the neighborhood and allow people to get out of the NVCC parking lot faster, which would encourage … Continued
Two candidates seek Democratic endorsement for FXCO school board
Two candidates—Ryan McElveen and Jeannie Armstrong—are vying for a Democratic endorsement for an at-large seat on the Fairfax County School Board. Armstrong In May, the Fairfax County Democratic Committee (FCDC) had endorsed three candidates to run for the three-at large positions, but one of them, Charisse Espy Glassman withdraw June 30 after word got out … Continued
Public urged to testify on ‘walk-on’ field use at FXCO Park Board hearing
Ossian Hall Park People who use Fairfax County athletic fields on a casual basis are encouraged to come to a Park Authority Board hearing July 13 on a proposal to limit the number of “walk-ons” from 40 to 20. That includes spectators, as well as players. If the rule change passes, people who like to … Continued
Free exercise class offered at Audrey Moore RECenter
The Fairfax County Park Authority is introducing a new exercise program, Les Mills Bodypump, with a free class at the Audrey Moore RECenter in Annandale July 30 at 9 a.m. Les Mills Bodypump, developed in New Zealand, is a non-impact exercise class that works every major muscle group in the body using weights, a bar, … Continued
State Sen. Marsden has deep roots in Annandale
The Marsden farmhouse State Sen. Dave Marsden has deep roots in Annandale, having grown up here when the area was still dotted with farms. Marsden, a Democrat who represents the 37th District, will be campaigning for re-election this year for the first time in many Annandale neighborhoods. Due to redistricting, four precincts are switching from the … Continued
Local pool celebrates Fourth with kids parade
Thanks to Debo Burke for sending photos of the annual Fourth of July decorated bike/trike parade at the Broyhill Crest Recreation Club in Annandale.
Fairfax County celebrates the Fourth of July in style
Thanks to reader Allie Guidry for sending some photos from the City of Fairfax Fourth of July parade.
Glassman withdraws as at-large school board candidate
Glassman The withdrawal of Charisse Espy Glassman as a candidate for an at-large seat on the Fairfax County School Board leaves a gap that the county Democratic organization is trying to figure out how to fill. Glassman announced her decision to withdraw June 30, citing personal and family reasons. It was later revealed that she … Continued
Tahirih Justice Center helps immigrant women fleeing gender-based violence
Olga Sanchez Immigrant women in the Annandale area—and throughout Northern Virginia—who are dealing with domestic violence or caught up in human trafficking and don’t know what to do—are finding a helping hand through the Tahirih Justice Center. Tahirih, based in Falls Church, provides free legal and social services to immigrant women fleeing gender-based violence and … Continued
Free physical exams offered for uninsured children
If your school-age children are uninsured, the Fairfax County Department of Family Services is providing free physical examinations at the Springfield Family Resource Center, 7224 Commerce St., T4, Springfield. The exams will be offered 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 5, July 6, and Aug. 16. It’s first come, first served, with no appointment necessary. Parents … Continued
Two firefighters injured at Hummer Road house fire
Two firefighters were injured as they battled a house fire at 3905 Hummer Road in Annandale this afternoon. Hummer Road was blocked for hours and smoke filled the air. “There was significant damage” to the house, says Fairfax Fire and Rescue spokesperson Capt. Jason Jenkins. “Two firefighters suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to the … Continued
Community input sought on Wakefield Skatepark expansion
The halfpipe at Wakefield Skatepark The Wakefield Skatepark is going to be redesigned and expanded, and the Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking input from the skateboarders, inline skaters, and BMX bikers who use it. The Wakefield Skatepark is the only stakepark in Annandale. Located at the Audrey Moore RECenter, it was built in 2004. … Continued
KORUS Festival will take place at NOVA’s Annandale campus
The 2010 KORUS Festival After efforts to keep the popular KORUS Festival at the Kmart parking lot in central Annandale failed, it now appears the three-day celebration of Korean culture will take place at the Annandale campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Mike Kim, who is in charge of organizing the festival for the Korean … Continued
There are plenty of places to see fireworks in NOVA on July 4
UPDATE: Click here for information about fireworks on July 4, 2012. Unless you or your neighborhoods are doing your own show, you’ll have to get out of Annandale if you want to see some good fireworks on the Fourth of July. The biggest official gatherings closest to Annandale, as usual, will be in Fairfax … Continued
$21,000 in reward money offered for tips on Vanessa Pham murder
On the one-year anniversary of the murder of Vanessa Pham, which is still unsolved, Fairfax County Police announced a private cash reward of $20,000 has been offered for tips that lead to an arrest. That’s in addition to the $1,000 offered reward from Crime Solvers. On Sunday, June 27, 2010, police found the 19-year-old college … Continued