Bulova requests $5 million from VDOT for widening Route 236
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Bulova has asked the state to spend some of its budget surplus on road projects in Northern Virginia, including $5 million to begin the design work on widening Little River Turnpike through central Annandale. In an Oct. 19 letter to Virginia Transportation Secretary Sean T. Connaughton, Bulova says, … Continued
New car wash set to open in January
Do you miss the American Car Wash place that used to be at 7333 Little River Turnpike in Annandale between U One Meat and Fast Auto Loans? The building is being renovated and will reopen as a car wash with a “very contemporary design,” says a representative from the company working on the building, District Design … Continued
Election update: Connolly’s margin expands but recount possible
Votes from two malfunctioning voting machines in Virginia’s 11th district have been counted, and Rep. Gerry Connolly’s lead over Keith Fimian has expanded to about 820 votes. Since the margin is less than 1 percent, Fimian can request a recount but must wait until the election results are certified.
Annandale voters contribute to Connolly’s victory
Democrat Gerry Connolly got enough votes to narrowly keep his seat in the House of Representatives, with nearly all the precincts in Annandale and nearby areas contributing to his victory. As of midnight last night, Connolly had 110,401 votes (49.11 percent), compared to 109,914 (48.90 percent) for his Republican challenger, Keith Fimian. One precinct, Laurel … Continued
Flu shots available at several Annandale locations
Know anyone with the flu yet this fall? Get yourself a flu shot before it’s too late. In a recent online discussion, Dr. Peter Troell of the Fairfax County Health Department recommends everyone over six months old get the flu vaccine “as soon as possible, before influenza starts spreading through the community.” Fairfax County Health Clinics offer … Continued
Watch out for voter intimidation on Nov. 2
The Fairfax County Democratic Committee is urging its members to watch out for voter intimidation on Election Day, in light of Fairfax County Electoral Board Vice Chair Hans von Spakovsky’s involvement in voter suppression efforts around the county, particularly in districts with a heavily minority or low-income population. The committee cites a report on MSNBC’s … Continued
It’s the last Halloween for Annandale homeowner’s haunted graveyard
Residents of Annandale’s Ravensworth-Bristow community have been enjoying a neighbor’s makeshift haunted graveyard on Halloween for the past 16 years, but this will be the last year. “It’s been a lot of fun, but I’ve just gotten tired of doing it,” says Brenda Griffin of 7609 Newcastle Drive. “It takes four days to set up … Continued
Annandale residents get in the Halloween spirit
Transportation bond and constitutional amendments on Fairfax County ballot
Metro construction in Tysons Corner In addition to electing a member of Congress Nov. 2, Fairfax County voters will have a chance to vote on a transportation bond and three constitutional amendments. The referendum asks voters to vote Yes or No on a $120 million Fairfax County transportation bond to pay the county’s required contribution to … Continued
Annandale kids ready for Halloween
Oops, a whoopie cushion Halloween isn’t just for adults. Kids like to dress up, too. A random survey of children at the Annandale Parade and Festival Oct. 23 about what they plan to be for Halloween generally confirmed the gender stereotypes: Most boys plan to be something scary or gory; while most girls are opting … Continued
Halloween parties on tap all weekend at Annandale-area bars
With Oct. 31 happening on a Sunday this year, get ready for a weekend-long Halloween party. Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in some of the bars in Annandale and nearby areas: The Cue Club, 7041 Columbia Pike, Annandale, is having a Halloween “water pong” competition Friday, Oct. 29 at 9 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. … Continued
Annual Festival showcases best of Annandale
Gavin Dock Perfect weather and a large crowd helped make the Annandale Parade and Festival Saturday a huge success. The parade (see photos in previous post) featured marching bands from Annandale and Falls Church high schools; several Bolivian dance groups, including Sangre Boliviana Sambos Caporales Virginia and Fraternidad Tinkus Wapurys Tiataco; circus acts, civic groups, … Continued
Annual parade brings music, culture, and fun to Annandale
Sex offender reported living in Broyhill Crest neighbohood
The Virginia State Police Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry announced Oct. 22 that a registered sex offender. John Ward Conlon, lives at 7318 Franklin Road, Annandale, in the Broyhill Crest neighborhood . He was convicted in 2003 of indecent liberties with a child by the child’s custodian. Conlon, age 54, is described as … Continued
Farewell to the Lacey Center
The Lacey Center is almost all gone. The building at the end of Crest Drive in Annanadale that used to house a Fairfax County Public Schools administrative center is being removed to clear the way for a new elementary school. The new school is slated to open for the start of the 2012 school year. … Continued