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

Farmers markets open in May

The Annandale Farmers Market opens for the season on May 1. In addition to a variety of fresh produce and prepared foods, there’s something new at the Annandale Market – a lead-testing program hosted by the Fairfax County Health Department. Lead is toxic, especially for young children. Lead poisoning can cause developmental delays, learning disabilities, … Continued

Explore a park: Justice Park

Justice Park, at 3312 Peace Valley Lane in Seven Corners, across the street from Justice High School, serves students, as well as the public. Features: Four tennis courts, a basketball court, a softball field, a picnic shelter, an outdoor classroom, and an open grassy area. There’s a path through the wooded section of the park. The … Continued

More transparency needed on Lake Accotink preservation study

By Martin “Shep” Shepherd The update on the Lake Accotink Preservation Feasibility Study, provided in the February edition of Supervisor James Walkinshaw’s newsletter, “The Braddock Beacon,” highlights several ongoing efforts and key milestones. However, critical questions remain unanswered, and gaps in public transparency persist. Below is a detailed evaluation of the update, key takeaways, and … Continued

Pickleball court planned for Mason District Park

The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking community feedback on the proposed addition of a dedicated pickleball court at Mason District Park. Comments can be submitted online through 5 p.m. on March 13. The proposal includes the placement of one new pickleball court adjacent to the tennis courts at the southwestern corner of the park. … Continued

Rick Healy appointed to the Park Board

Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez has named Rick Healy to represent Mason on the Fairfax County Park Authority Board. Healy replaces Ron Kendall, who was appointed to the Park Board in 2017. Kendall left the Park Board early; his term doesn’t end until December 2026. Healy served on the staff of the U.S. House of … Continued

Pavilion planned for Green Spring Gardens

The Fairfax County Park Authority is planning to construct a pavilion at Green Spring Gardens for outdoor educational programming. There will be a community meeting on the project on Feb. 6, 2-4 p.m., in the Horticultural Center’s library. Residents can also share their views online here. The pavilion is a key component of the revised … Continued

Pinecrest Golf Course to host a Trackman league

The Fairfax County Park Authority’s golf department is launching its first-ever Indoor Trackman League at the Pinecrest Golf Course in Lincolnia. The tournament will run Jan. 6-March 30. Participants will play the top golf courses in the world – St. Andrews, Pebble Beach, and more – on Pinecrest’s state-of-the-art Trackman4 golf simulator. The registration deadline … Continued