Tag: businesses
Annandale loses another longtime family-owned business
Alan Shaffer in front of American Rental years ago. When American Rental moved from Annandale to Springfield in January, Annandale not only lost its only equipment rental business; it also lost a store that’s been owned and operated by the same family for three generations. American Rental had been at 7245 Columbia Pike for nearly … Continued
Annandale bowling alley: a modernistic gem as well as social gathering spot
. The picture on top is the original plan for the AMF Annandale Lanes bowling alley based on the design of the architect, Anthony Musolino. The actual structure, built in 1960, however, did not look exactly like the painting, as the photo, taken yesterday, shows some differences in the design. The bowling alley, a … Continued
Scene around A-Town: Farewell, Fuddruckers
Demolition crews began taking down the old Fuddruckers building this week. All that‘s left of the popular hamburger restaurant on Little River Turnpike between Columbia Pike and Backlick Road is a pile of rubble —and a huge sign. A Walgreens drug store is going in that spot.
Annandale Blockbuster closing, and Advance Auto Parts moving in
Everything is on sale. The Annandale Blockbuster is closing March 24, and Advance Auto Parts will move into that location, at 7448 Little River Turnpike in the Little River Plaza Shopping Center. The Advance Auto Parts store isn’t scheduled to open until 2014, said a spokesperson for the Roanoke, Va.-based company. There are 10 Advance … Continued
Gang leader sentenced to 17 years for extorting Annandale businesses
The popular Honey Pig was one of the restaurants targeted by the Korean Night Breeders gang. Han Sa Yu, 44, the leader of a criminal gang known as the Korean Night Breeders, was sentenced to 17 and a-half years in prison for using fear, violence, and threats of violence to extort money from Korean businesses … Continued
XSport Fitness responds to negative comments on Pro Maxx Fitness
Editor’s note: Representatives from both XSport Fitness and Pro Maxx Fitness have asked us to remove negative comments in reference to articles about the recent opening of Pro Maxx in Annandale. We’re not doing that but have agreed to publish a statement from Kelly Cartwright, director of customer service for XSport Fitness, a company with … Continued
Pro Maxx Fitness celebrates grand opening
Pro Maxx Fitness Manager Susan Hilaski is holding the big scissors, while Mason Supervisor Penny Gross cuts the ribbon with a regular pair of scissors. Pro Maxx Fitness had a grand opening celebration Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Mason Supervisor Penny Gross, Mason Police District Commander Gun Lee, and Gary Moore, deputy chief of … Continued
Major redevelopment projects proposed for Annandale
Apartment building planned for this site. After years of inaction, something big is proposed for central Annandale: A large apartment building is in the works for the site of the AMF Annandale Lanes on Markham Street, and a smaller apartment building is planned for Rectory Lane, behind the Heritage shopping center on Heritage Drive. Both … Continued
Mason residents concerned with appearance of buildings, overcrowding
A jumble of signs on Route 7 in Bailey’s Crossroads. The physical condition of area businesses and roadways, the quality of education, and boarding houses are among the top concerns of Mason District residents, according to survey results released Jan. 9 by the Mason District Council of Community Associations (MDC). Fairfax County government officials will … Continued
New development could be in the works for Columbia Pike
These buildings are for sale. Within the next few months, there could be some big changes on Columbia Pike between Little River Turnpike and Backlick Road in central Annandale. The building that formerly housed the Sunset Grille, 7250 Columbia Pike, is being renovated, and the entire inside has already been gutted. The first floor is … Continued
Is Annandale getting better or worse?
Loan Max took over the old Trophy Mart building on Little River Turnpike. During the past year, several long-time Annandale businesses have closed (Fuddrucker’s, Sunset Grille, Trophy Mart, and Annandale Florist, to name a few). Other relatively new places shut down, including Bloom and Pelican Seafood. We’re gotten a few new businesses in central Annandale … Continued
Stories about redevelopment, tragedy drew the most readers in 2012
As the year rolls to a close, we’ve reviewed the statistics for the Annandale to see which posts drew the most readers. Here are the 12 most popular stories in 2012: 1. Target, other stores in Merrifield’s Mosaic District to open next October, Jan. 15 2. Body of missing teen, Bryan Glenn, found in woods, … Continued
Pro Maxx brings fitness to Annandale
Pro MAXX Fitness, the gym in the Annandale Shopping Center on Columbia Pike, has opened just in time for those of us planning a more active, healthier lifestyle in 2013. If you used to work out at the old Maxx Fitness in that spot, you won’t recognize the new Maxx. It’s been totally redesigned with … Continued
Annandale comes together to wrap gifts for seniors
“Elvis” made it a party. Dozens of volunteers sorted and wrapped over 2,000 holiday gifts for residents of senior living facilities Dec. 18. The annual event gift-wrapping party sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care of Annandale took place at the Annandale Fire Station’s Ossian Hall. And it was a party, with entertainment by Elvis tribute … Continued
Annandale Florist owner Gary Sherfey remembers the old Annandale
An old photo of Annandale Florist is on display in the shop. Many longtime Annandale residents will miss Annandale Florist when it closes for good at the end of the year. The owner, Gary Sherfey, however, is looking forward to retirement. “In a way, it’s bittersweet,” he says. “but it’s something I’ve been doing for … Continued