Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance formed

Supervisor Andres Jimenez has formed a Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance with local animal advocates to improve services for pets, wildlife, and companion animals. The group will work with his office, local agencies, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations “to advance county resources, policies, and programs that strengthen animal welfare and promote coexistence in both residential and … Continued

Summer concerts scheduled

The Fairfax County Park Authority has posted a preliminary schedule of summer concerts in the Spotlight by Starlight series in Mason District. The following free concerts will be held at the amphitheater in Mason District Park on Friday and Sunday evenings at 7:30 p.m.: June 20 – City of Fairfax Concert Band. June 22 – … Continued

Jimenez has a new chief of staff

Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez has a new chief of staff. Devin Pharr succeeds Amir Abu-El-Hawa, who has returned to his previous position as chief of staff for Board of Supervisors Chair Jeffrey McKay. Pharr started his new role in Jimenez’s office on May 12. He had previously been chief of staff for Providence Supervisor … Continued

Mason District leaders to fight for funds for the middle school afterschool program

Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez and Mason School Board member Ricardy Anderson both said they will fight to ensure continued funding for the middle school afterschool program. Jimenez and Anderson spoke at a virtual Mason District Budget Town Hall on March 26, along with County Executive Bryan Hill and Fairfax County Public Schools Chief Financial Officer … Continued

Committee suggests ways to make Mason District greener

There are dozens of ways to improve sustainability in Mason District, according to a committee of individuals knowledgeable in environmental issues. Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez appointed Ken Sandler, an expert in environmental science and policy, last April to convene a Greener Mason Advisory Committee. The committee was charged with proposing both long-term and short-term … Continued

Jimenez podcast features Virginialicious

The second episode of Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez’ podcast series features Mina Kim, who as the founder of Virginialicious, leads tours of Annandale’s Korean restaurants. The podcast, “Reimagine Mason,” is the place “where we highlight the people places and projects shaping Mason District into a vibrant and inclusive community,” Jimenez says. The first episode … Continued