Tag: Bailey’s Crossroads
Police report: pursuit, larceny, burglaries
Cooper [FCPD] Officers from the Mason District Police Station on June 3 located a 2009 Mercedes SUV at Leesburg Pike and Nevius Street in Seven Corners that had been involved in a theft from a nearby business. The driver refused to stop, so officers initiated a traffic stop at about 2:40 p.m. The SUV stopped … Continued
COVID-19 testing clinics in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads deemed a failure
People stay in their cars as they check in for a COVID-19 test at Annandale High School May 23. The Fairfax County Health Department acknowledges the COVID-19 testing clinics at Annandale High School and Bailey’s Elementary School in Bailey’s Crossroads during the Memorial Day weekend could have been planned better. The events were aimed at … Continued
CVS offers COVID-19 tests in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads
The CVS in central Annandale. CVS now offers drive-through COVID-19 testing at its stores in Annandale (7205 Little River Turnpike) and Bailey’s Crossroads (3401 Charles St.). To receive a test, you must meet Centers for Disease Control and Prevention criteria and age guidelines. To determine if you are eligible, an online questionnaire asks about symptoms, underlying … Continued
Tuesday Morning store in Bailey’s Crossroads is closing
A typical home decor display. [Tuesday Morning] The Tuesday Morning store at 3501 Carlin Springs Road in Bailey’s Crossroads, is one of 132 stores on the company’s closure list, as part of its Chapter 11 filing. Tuesday Morning specializes in home goods at low prices. The Tuesday Morning Corp. announced May 27 it will pursue … Continued
Bailey’s Crossroads gets a Harbor Freight hardware store
Harbor Freight is in the former Babies R Us spot. Harbor Freight, a hardware store at 5723 Columbia Pike next to Aldi in Bailey’s Crossroads, had a soft opening May 26 and is planning an official opening for June 13. Harbor Freight sells tools at discounted prices, including automotive tools, power tools, garden tools, building … Continued
Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club keeps food pantries stocked
The Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club board of directors has agreed to donate more than $40,000 to address food insecurity due to COVID-19 in the community. Most of the funds are being used to purchase food from local supermarkets for delivery to food pantries operated by the Annandale Christian Community for Action and the … Continued
Fire damages Edy’s Chicken & Steak in Bailey’s Crossroads
Crews from the Bailey’s Crossroads Fire Station put out a fire at Edy’s. [FCFRD] UPDATED March 22: There was a fire at Edy’s Chicken & Steak Restaurant at 5240 Leesburg Pike, near the Skyline Center in Bailey’s Crossroads this morning. The fire started at about 11 a.m. on the roof. No one was injured, the … Continued
Free drive-through COVID testing this weekend in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads
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
Skyline resident organizes help for elderly neighbors
Kanber-agha The Fairfax County Emergency Information Blog on May 6 highlights Skyline Plaza resident Waleed Kanber-agha, who recruited volunteers to help her elderly neighbors quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic. Waleed Kanber-agha knew the high-rise building in Bailey’s Crossroads had many elderly residents – like her late grandfather and grandmother who lived there for 30 years … Continued
Blue Angels and Thunderbirds are flying over Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads May 2
The Blue Angels and Thunderbirds salute first responders in New York City April 28. [Kenneth Wilsey/FEMA] The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels and the U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds will fly over the Washington, D.C., area Saturday, May 2, as part of the military’s “America Strong” initiative honoring frontline COVID-19 responders. The Annandale area is in the … Continued
More details emerge on Skyline revitalization project
The project calls for less concrete and more green space. Developer Robert Seldin, the CEO of Highland Square Holdings, plans to repurpose three office buildings at Skyline Center in Bailey’s Crossroads as residential/work space units, while transforming the concrete setting into an engaging urban park. Seldin and land use attorney Mike Van Atta described their … Continued
Culmore Clinic responds to coronavirus crisis
Culmore Clinic staff served the public outdoors for a short period last month before social distancing requirements were put in place. The Culmore Clinic has responded to the coronavirus emergency by transforming all interactions with patients to a telemedicine model. Patients make an appointment for a phone call with a healthcare provider. The clinic has … Continued
County is providing space at hotels for homeless people with coronavirus
The Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing facility opened in November 2019 in Bailey’s Crossroads. Fairfax County has secured three hotels for homeless people who tested positive for COVID-19, have COVID-19 symptoms, or have been exposed to someone who tested positive, reports Board of Supervisors Chair Jeffrey McKay. These hotels have a total of 223 rooms … Continued
World Central Kitchen gives out thousands of meals a week in Annandale and Culmore
Cultmore residents pick up free meals at the Woodrow Wilson Library April 16. Chef and restaurateur José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen, the Medical Care for Children Partnership (MCCP) Foundation, and the Legal Aid Justice Center are teaming up to feed families in Bailey’s Crossroads and Annandale during the coronavirus crisis. The program provides nearly 2,000 … Continued
New app spotlights restaurants offering takeout
Takeout Ethiopian cuisine is available at Meaza Restaurant in Bailey’s Crossroads. Visit Fairfax has launched a mobile app listing restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and wineries offering takeout during the coronavirus pandemic. The free Take Out Trail mobile passport program, accessible via computer and smartphone, is aimed at boosting business at restaurants, wineries, and breweries forced to … Continued