Two hurt in Annandale apartment fire
Two people were injured in a three-alarm fire that started at about 2 a.m. on Nov. 23 in a garden-style apartment building in the 4900 block of Americana Drive in Annandale.
FCDOT outlines options for Gallows Road
Community members had lots of questions and concerns about a proposed overhaul of Gallows Road at a well-attended meeting on Nov. 21 at Woodburn Elementary School. Fairfax County Department of Transportation officials explained the options under consideration for improving safety and traffic flow along the corridor. The entire project – between Annandale and Tysons – … Continued
Police seek murder suspect
The Fairfax County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating murder suspect Javon Reid.
Gov. Youngkin honors ACCA volunteer Mary Lee Di Spirito
Longtime ACCA volunteer Mary Lee Di Spirito is one 10 individuals and entities honored by Virginia Gov. Glenn Younkin with a 2024 Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service Award.
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are reported by the Fairfax County Police Department on CityProtect:
Residents invited to a Mason District health fair Nov. 23
Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez invites the community to a free healthcare fair on Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Mason Government Center.
BoS seeks review of Trump proposals that would harm Fairfax County
The Board of Supervisors on Nov. 19 directed County Executive Bryan Hill to review options the board could take prepare for and respond to actions by the Trump administration “that will have a negative impact on Fairfax County residents.”
Nonprofit opens adult learning center
Comunidad, a local nonprofit and community development organization based in the Willston Multicultural Center in Seven Corners, opened a learning center for adults at Kingsley Common.
Issho Izakaya & Sushi opens in Annandale
Issho, an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant and izakaya, had a soft opening in Annandale on Nov. 20.
Home healthcare company opening in Annandale
Agnes Home Health Care, a company in Centreville that helps people age in place, is opening a second location in Annandale on Nov. 25.
Christmas Bazaar Nov. 23 at St. Alban’s
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church invites the community to its annual Christmas Bazaar this Saturday, Nov. 23..
Shoe repair/leather goods store to open in Annandale
A former shoe repair and alterations business in the Annandale Shopping Center will be replaced by another shoe repair business which will also focus on custom leather goods made in-house.
Man stabbed at Route 7 McDonald’s
A man was stabbed at the McDonald’s at 5603 Leesburg Pike in Bailey’s Crossroads, the Fairfax County Police Department reported on X.
Parents weigh priorities for FCPS boundary study
Parents and community members discussed their priorities for a districtwide boundary review at Glasgow Middle School on Nov. 18.
Childcare center proposed for South Street
The Gardner School has proposed building a childcare center at 6637 South Street next to Annandale Road in Falls Church.