A Fairfax City police officer shot a man who was allegedly armed with a knife at Wawa shortly after midnight today (Saturday).
City of Fairfax Police officers were dispatched to the convenience store at 9700 Fairfax Blvd at around 12:07 a.m. after 911 received a call about a man wielding a knife inside the business.
Good Friday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Jul 10, 2026.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 85°F. Winds will be from the north at 5 to 7 mph. On Saturday night, expect a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 PM, then a slight chance of showers until midnight. The night will be mostly cloudy with a low near 68°F and a light north wind. See more from Weather.gov.
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
We hope you have a great weekend! Feel free to discuss the most-read stories of the week, the upcoming weekend events or anything else of local interest in the comments. 👋
Lee Gimbap’s Korean fried chicken is more than just a meal—it’s pure comfort in every bite. The first crunch is deeply satisfying, followed by juicy, tender chicken that feels warm and rewarding.
The flavors are bold yet familiar, with soy garlic bringing a savory richness and sweet & spicy adding a gentle kick. It’s the kind of food that makes you slow down and enjoy the moment.
It also has a way of bringing people together. Shared at the table, it turns an ordinary meal into something lively, comforting, and memorable.
Gimbap is simple, but deeply comforting. Each roll feels like a complete, balanced bite—soft rice, fresh vegetables, and savory fillings wrapped in seaweed.
There’s a quiet satisfaction in how easy it is to enjoy. It’s light enough for a quick lunch, but fulfilling enough to feel like a complete meal.
More than anything, it feels grounding. It’s the kind of food that fits into your day effortlessly while still leaving you content.
The butterfly pea lemonade brings a sense of surprise and delight to the table. Its deep blue color already feels refreshing before you even take a sip.
Then, as lemon juice is added, the drink slowly transforms into a glowing purple. It’s a small moment of wonder that makes people pause, smile, and reach for their phones.
The taste is just as uplifting—bright, citrusy, and refreshing. It’s not just a drink, but a small moment of joy in the middle of your day.
Lee Gimbap fits naturally into everyday life, whether it’s a quick lunch, a relaxed family dinner, or an office celebration. It’s dependable in the best way—it simply makes the day easier and better.
A meal here feels comforting without being heavy, satisfying without being complicated. It’s the kind of food you come back to not just because you’re hungry, but because it feels good.
For a limited time, guests can enjoy the special Lee Gimbap & Lee Ramyun Combo for just $9.99, available Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for dine-in customers. It turns a busy day into a moment of relief, where a good meal is both simple and accessible.
Virginia is creating a new office focused on studying the impacts of climate change, and it will be housed at George Mason University.
Mason was authorized to host the Virginia State Climate Office by a provision in the state budget that took effect on July 1 after last-minute negotiations between Gov. Abigail Spanberger and the General Assembly. The governor ultimately signed the two-year spending plan into law on June 29 — just before the end of the fiscal year.
A Utah-based indoor golf simulator company plans to open a second location in Fairfax County, its ninth in Virginia.
Back Nine Golf has filed a permit to modify the 3,647-square-foot space at 11215 Route 29, Suite L, in the back area of the Fairfax Centre shopping plaza, near the Walmart just outside Fairfax City.
Partners in Care, a group of united professionals in the healthcare industry in Northern Virginia is delighted to have Kareem Rosser as part of their polo team on July 18th at Morven Park in Leesburg. We invite families and polo enthusiasts to bring their lawn chairs and blankets to sit on the lawn along with coolers to enjoy each match. There are food and beverage vendors to purchase goodies from as well. The cost to enter is $45/per car for admission. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Kareem Rosser during an exclusive book signing.
Discount code for parking pass – 26Guest5 for a $5 discount.
Fairfax County leaders have begun working to determine what local steps are needed to implement changes in state cannabis laws, and what regulatory powers they will have.
“We want to make sure we put in place what we need to put in place,” Board Chair Jeff McKay said at the July 7 meeting of the Board of Supervisors’ Land Use Policy Committee.
From charity 5Ks to half marathons, Fairfax County hosts a variety of races throughout each year that will get the legs and hearts pumping.
Here are the nominees for “Best Races for Runners in Fairfax” as part of our FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. Did we miss your favorite event below? Write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 8:30 a.m. Friday, July 24.
A few weeks ago, we voted on the Best Golf Course in Fairfax County. The results are now official:
Vienna leaders are taking a breather, both on plans to build an aquatics and fitness center on the currently vacant Annex property and on the possibility of reversing a meals tax increase primarily intended to fund that facility.
After about 40 minutes of debate, the Vienna Town Council voted 5-2 on Monday (July 6) to schedule a public hearing for Feb. 22, 2027 on whether the town should reduce its meals tax rate from 4% to 3%.
Mod Pizza is shuttering its last restaurant in Fairfax County, making way at Plaza America in Reston for the past decade for a RAMMYs Award-winning chain.
A Mod Pizza spokesperson confirmed to FFXnow that its Reston location will permanently close at the end of September, just over a decade after opening its doors at 11642 Plaza America Drive.
A driver was taken into police custody last night (Thursday) after allegedly traveling the wrong way on I-95 and crashing into two different vehicles on I-395.
The Virginia State Police responded at around 7:37 p.m. after being notified that a vehicle was traveling north in the I-95 Express Lanes in Prince William County at a time when traffic on the highway was supposed to be flowing south, according to a VSP spokesperson.
