November 24, 2024
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Free drive-through COVID testing this weekend in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads

#Annandale, #Bailey's Crossroads, #community events, #coronavirus, #health

A zip code map from the Fairfax County coronavirus dashboard. The Virginia Department of Health and the Fairfax County Health Department are teaming up to  provide  free drive-through and walk-up COVID-19 testing in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads this weekend.  The testing will take place Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at Annandale High School, 4700 … Continued

Virginia Beach will open Friday

#Annandale, #coronavirus, #health, #Northam, #Recreation

Virginia Beach on a typical summer weekend. (Kaitlin McKeown/Virginia Media) Virginia Beach will reopen Friday, May 22, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced during a coronavirus briefing today.  Recreational activities – including sunbathing, swimming, and fishing – will be allowed, although beach goers are urged to maintain social distancing.  No group sports, alcohol, tents, speakers, or … Continued

There have been fewer accidents, more burglaries in Annandale during pandemic

#Annandale, #coronavirus, #crime, #health, #police

Members of the community express their appreciation for the officers at the Franconia Police District. [FCPD] Traffic accidents are down during the coronavirus lockdown in the Annandale/Mason District area, but there’s been an increase in certain crimes.   According to data shared by Capt. Brooke Wright, commander of the Mason Police Station, and Lt. Jane Burns … Continued

FCPS outlines plan for summer programs

#Annandale, #coronavirus, #education, #health, #schools

A message from Camelot Elementary School in Annandale. Schools will continue distance learning for students during the summer along with targeted intervention services, according to an update from Fairfax County Public Schools. School buildings will remain closed in July.  No decisions have been made about the 2020-21 school year, although several scenarios are being considered. Special … Continued

Afghan refugee challenges Rep. Connolly in Democratic primary

#Annandale, #Connolly, #elections, #immigration, #politics

Congressional candidate Zainab Mohsini (right) with volunteers (from the left) Billy Bates, Will McLauchlin, and Jackson Anderson. Campaigning during a pandemic is so much more challenging, says congressional candidate Zainab Mohsini. It’s especially difficult for a political neophyte and progressive like Mohsini, an immigrant from Afghanistan, who’s up against the well-known and well-funded Rep. Gerry … Continued

Community celebrates 97th birthday of Vince Guidi, Annandale’s first paid firefighter

#Annandale, #community events, #fire department, #people
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Vince and Jeanne Guidi A parade of firetrucks, ambulances, and dozens of cars cruised by the home of former Annandale firefighter Vince Guidi on Annandale Road May 13 in honor of his 97th birthday.  Guidi started volunteering at the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department, Company 8. in 1944 and was hired as the first paid firefighter … Continued

FCPS weighs options for fall and for graduation

#Annandale, #coronavirus, #education, #health, #school board, #schools

Signs like these are cropping up all over.  The Fairfax County School Board reviewed three possible scenarios for the 2020-21 school year at a May 11 work session.  Meanwhile, a state-level COVID-19 Education Task Force plans to issue policy guidance in June on the conditions for reopening schools.   The three possibilities considered for fall 2020 … Continued