After 11 years in Loudoun County, it wasn’t clear what the future held for Meadows Frozen Custard.

Having battled what he describes as an over-saturation of One Loudoun for years, franchisee Michael Nassif considered shutting his doors for good — until he found the perfect new location in Reston.


In mere days, the Town of Vienna will kick off its annual Restaurant Week.

More than 40 restaurants will offer prix fixe menus, discounts or specials as part of the event, which starts Friday, March 7. A “festive social event” will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. that day at the Vienna Town Green, featuring music, giveaways and free refreshments.


Good Tuesday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Mar 4, 2025.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Wednesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.

⛈️ Wednesday’s forecast

Expect showers and potential thunderstorms with severe heavy rainfall today, with a high near 63 and breezy south winds at 15-22 mph, gusting up to 38 mph. The precipitation chance is 100%, and rainfall amounts will be between three quarters and one inch. Tonight, anticipate showers and thunderstorms until 11 pm, followed by a chance of showers until 1 am, with a low around 42 and south winds turning west after midnight at 9-15 mph, gusting up to 22 mph. The precipitation chance will be 60%, with new amounts ranging from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. See more from Weather.gov.

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

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Our Mom Eugenia’s Merrifield expansion is complete.

The family-owned Greek restaurant announced last week that its new, private dining room and outdoor patio at the Mosaic District (2985 District Avenue, Suite 185) are now available for reservations.


Good Monday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Mar 3, 2025.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Tuesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.

🌥️ Tuesday’s forecast

Expect partly sunny skies with a high around 59 and south winds at 6 to 13 mph, gusting up to 22 mph. Clouds will increase Tuesday night, with a chance of showers after 1am and a low temperature of around 49. Winds will continue from the south at 9 to 14 mph, gusting up to 22 mph, and there is a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

Thanks for reading! Feel free to discuss the day’s happenings in the comments.


Good Friday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Feb 28, 2025.

Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.

  • Fairfax officials reject blame for collapse of Prince William’s Route 28 bypass project (27375 views)
  • New eateries and more changes expected at Merrifield’s Mosaic District (17887 views)
  • Fairfax County leaders see no easy solution for school funding needs (9142 views)
  • Motorcyclist killed in Route 28 crash near I-66 in Centreville (7472 views)
  • Owner seeks to replace ‘obsolete’ Fairfax Ridge office building with housing (7025 views)
  • Gov. Youngkin unveils new job portal as federal workforce layoffs hit Virginia (4818 views)
  • Public safety agencies face significant cuts in proposed Fairfax County budget (4697 views)
  • Rooftop bar to open at Reston Town Center’s Marriott hotel this weekend (4319 views)
  • Person taken to hospital after large house fire in Vienna (4156 views)
  • CVS Pharmacy to close over 30-year-old Vienna store this spring (3658 views)
  • NEW: Tree clear-cutting along W&OD Trail alarms local officials and residents (3435 views)
  • Smallest and largest homes sold in Fairfax County (January 2025) (3344 views)
  • 📅 Upcoming events

    Here is what’s going on Saturday throughout the county, from our event calendar.

    Here are the events planned for Sunday:

    🌤️ Saturday’s forecast

    Expect partly sunny skies to transition to full sun with a high around 59 and breezy conditions. Southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph will shift to northwest at 19 to 24 mph in the morning, potentially gusting up to 39 mph. Saturday night will be clear and blustery, with lows near 24 and northwest winds at 17 to 23 mph, gusting up to 37 mph. See more from Weather.gov.

    🌅 Tonight’s sunset

    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. 👋


    A school in Reston has been chosen to host the centerpiece event of this year’s nationwide Read Across America campaign.

    Local author Kwame Alexander will visit Langston Hughes Middle School at 2:30 p.m. this Sunday (March 2) to celebrate Read Across America Day as well as the 10th anniversary of his 2015 Newbery Medal win for the bestselling novel “The Crossover.”


    A fitness chain endorsed by “Friends” star Jennifer Aniston is extending its reach to Northern Virginia.

    Pvolve announced this week that it has signed a franchise agreement with Dr. Mona Keshtkaran for two studios in the region. The New York City-based company also has deals for its first franchises in Chicago and Seattle.


    Good Thursday evening, Fairfax County. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

    🕗 News recap

    The following articles were published earlier today — Feb 27, 2025.

    📅 Upcoming events

    Here is what’s going on Friday throughout the county, from our event calendar.

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    ☀️ Friday’s forecast

    Expect a sunny day with a high temperature near 54 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind of 10 to 15 mph that shifts to the southwest in the afternoon. Wind gusts may reach up to 26 mph. As for Friday night, the sky will have increasing clouds and a low temperature around 44 degrees. Southwest winds will blow at 10 to 13 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 18 mph. See more from Weather.gov.

    🌅 Tonight’s sunset

    The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

    Thanks for reading! Feel free to discuss the day’s happenings in the comments.


    One of the world’s biggest burger chains is planning to set up shop in Springfield Town Center.

    Representatives for Burger King requested three building permits for a space inside the mall earlier this month, according to Fairfax County’s permitting portal.


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