It’s a good time to buy – and sell – in Annandale, real estate leader says
Todd It’s a great time to both buy and sell real estate in Annandale—and throughout Fairfax County—says Christine Todd, chief executive officer of the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR). Of course, that’s what you’d expect a realtor to say, but Todd has plenty of data to back up her optimistic predictions. Speaking at the … Continued
Annandale resident charged with murdering barber
A man suspected of killing a barber yesterday has been identified as Annandale resident Hung T. Nguyen, the Washington Post reported. The man who opened fire inside a barbershop in the Belle View area of Fairfax County has turned himself in at the Sully District Police Station last night. Nguyen, 44, a former employee, was charged … Continued
To Sok Jip offers homestyle cooking at reasonable prices
Dak kalguksu, a noodle soup in chicken broth. By James Moon To Sok Jip (pronounced roughly as “toe soak jeep”) is a hole-in-the-wall Korean dining hall at 7211 Columbia Pike that could be described as a refuge for homesick foreign students on F-1 visas. The prices are relatively cheap, the portions are large, the food … Continued
Scene around A-Town: The trees are watching
We found this tree creature on Larchmont Drive, Annandale.
Schedule set for Spotlight by Starlight summer concerts in Mason District Park
The following free concerts take place in the Newton W. Edwards Amphitheatre at Mason District Park, 6621 Columbia Pike in Annandale. The shows listed are on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 7:30 p.m. In addition, there will be free performance for children on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in the same location. The schedule for those … Continued
DaMoim puts a Korean spin on quesadillas and tacos
DaMoim, a Korean fusion restaurant and bar in Annandale offers a mix of Korean and American fare, but most people come for the tacos and quesadillas, and with good reason. They are delicious. The buldahk quesadilla, a perfect combination of caramelized onions, spicy chicken, and cheddar and jack cheese in a soft tortilla ($8). is … Continued
Community development is all about ‘asset building’
Lopez At a forum on “building community” Thursday evening, sponsored by the Mason District Council, leaders from neighborhood groups cited some of the issues they’re concerned with: poorly maintained houses; hideous mcmansions; front-yard used car lots; never-ending renovation projects; and unwanted townhouse developments. Presenters Elisa Lueck and Norma Lopez from the Fairfax County Office of … Continued
Home prices in Annandale up 5.5 percent from a year ago
The dollar value of real estate sold in Annandale (zip code 22003) in February 2011 is up 5.5 percent over February 2010, reports Vivianne Couts of Coldwell Banker. The average price of a home sold in February 2011 was $347,357, compared to $314,404 in February 2010, a 10.5 percent increase. A total of 42 units … Continued
Christopher Wade launches bid to unseat Cook as Braddock supervisor
Wade Christopher Wade, a manager at the MorganFranklin Co., announced April 5 that he is running for supervisor of Fairfax County’s Braddock District, which includes part of Annandale. Both Wade and Marc Greidinger, a lawyer specializing in civil rights and environmental issues who threw his hat into the ring last month, are seeking an endorsement … Continued
FX CO Police Chief Rohrer says public trust is essential to law enforcement
Rohrer Fairfax County Police Chief David Rohrer does not believe the police should ask people about their citizenship status during routine law enforcement matters, he told members of the Mason District Station Citizens Advisory Committee Tuesday evening. “Public trust is what we base everything we do on,” he says. Noting that he has heard from … Continued
FCPS staff reports on ‘scope of study’ for school boundary review
At a Fairfax County school board work session April 4, FCPS staff presented its recommendations on the “scope of study” for relieving overcrowding at Annandale High School and setting boundaries for the new elementary school at the Lacey site. The most noteworthy aspects of the staff report are the recommendations that the board consider a … Continued
Fairfax County grants support neighborhood improvement projects
Congratulations to the 29 neighborhood and homeowner groups that received 2011 Neighborhood Enhancement Partnership Program (NEPP) grants. The organizations that received grants include these in the Mason District and the greater Annandale area: Broyhill Crest Recreation Club/Broyhill Crest Community Association—Clean Up and Reclamation of Broyhill Crest Lot 10A. Chapel Square West Community Association—Community Parkland Access Staircase. … Continued
Public invited to workshop Thursday evening on ‘Building Community’
Do you wish you knew more of your neighbors? Would you like to get your neighborhood involved in more social events and improvement projects? Would you like to reach out to the diverse members of your communities? The public is invited to a special workshop on “Building Community,” sponsored by the Mason District Council, Thursday evening, … Continued
Mason and Braddock Districts will gain precincts under redistricting proposals
Mason and Braddock, the Fairfax County districts where Annandale is centered, could each pick up at least a couple of precincts when the county Board of Supervisors approves a redistricting plan later this year. An advisory citizens committee charged with developing options for reapportioning the nine magisterial districts in Fairfax County has submitted 22 plans … Continued
Unidentified creature spotted in Holmes Run Park
An alert reader spotted what looks like a large furry creature while walking through Holmes Run Park a few weeks ago. There were several large bones nearby. Yikes!! He took these photos, but when he tried got closer, the thing growled and started coming after him. Fortunately, he was able to run away. Anyone see anything like … Continued