Fairfax Courthouse Reopens — After a two-day closure, the “Fairfax County Courthouse will reopen and resume operations, with some modifications, on Monday, May 19. Please be aware that visitors may experience delays in accessing the building or services.” The Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court will still be in the Historic Courthouse at 4000 Chain Bridge Road. [Fairfax County Emergency Information]
GW Parkway Still Closed After Storm — “George Washington Parkway remains closed between Belle Haven Blvd and Alexandria Ave. This closure is expected to impact the morning rush hour. Please plan ahead to use alternate routes.” [Fairfax Alerts]
Arrest in Abduction at Fairfax Museum — “The City of Fairfax Police Department said a man has been arrested for trying to abduct a woman from the Fairfax Museum last year. On July 3, at around 4:30 p.m., officers responded to the Fairfax Museum, located at 10209 Main St., for reports of an abduction.” [DC News Now]
Missing Man Found Dead in Fairfax City — A 25-year-old man was found dead in Fairfax City early Saturday (May 17) morning, police say. The man had been reported missing on Friday (May 16) and was allegedly seen around the city near George Mason University’s campus with a knife and wounds that were believed to be self-inflicted, prompting an extensive police search. [City of Fairfax Police/X]
Reston Company Loses $2.4 Billion Federal Contract — “According to a court filing last week, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has terminated a $2.4 billion IT and cybersecurity contract awarded last year to Reston-based federal contractor Leidos.” Dulles-based contractor Nightwing Intelligence Solutions had filed a protest of the contract in court but requested a dismissal after learning that DHS had terminated the deal on May 8. [Virginia Business]
FBI to Leave D.C. Area, Director Says — “The FBI will leave its D.C. headquarters and relocate 1,500 employees, Director Kash Patel said in an interview that aired Friday morning. Patel said the FBI will leave the J. Edgar Hoover Building on Pennsylvania Avenue NW because of its condition.” [NBC4]
Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance Forms — “Supervisor Andres Jimenez has formed a Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance with local animal advocates to improve services for pets, wildlife, and companion animals … Activities under consideration include vaccination clinics and events with rescue groups. The alliance plans to meet monthly.” [Annandale Today]
Reston Association Launches Kayak Storage Lottery — “Based on member feedback, RA is proud to introduce a new kayak storage pilot program in its ongoing effort to expand its lake access for members. Beginning May 16, RA members will have the opportunity to enter a lottery to obtain a slot at the Association’s new kayak storage rack at Lake Audubon boat ramp.” [Reston Association]
It’s Monday — Expect sunny skies and temperatures reaching 76°F, accompanied by a northwest wind blowing at 13 to 16 mph and gusts up to 26 mph. Monday night, the weather will be mostly clear with a low of about 52°F, and a northwest wind ranging from 7 to 11 mph, gusting up to 20 mph. [NWS]
