Throughout the Town of Vienna’s 4.4 square miles, and in adjacent areas of Fairfax County, a number of businesses and residents have struggled with dead zones or otherwise weak cell phone coverage, leading to increasing frustration and even the passage of state legislation.
In a work session on May 11, staff and wireless providers told Vienna Town Council members that taller antennas are needed — and potentially a new review process with less oversight from the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) — to fix the recurring issues.
Tax office in the Fairfax County Government Center (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday (May 19) took the first step toward considering giving property owners tax rebates in years when the local government shows a significant budget surplus.
In a unanimous vote, supervisors agreed to a request by Springfield District Supervisor Pat Herrity, directing staff to begin looking at the technical and cost implications of such a proposal.
Our newest Centreville location is conveniently located off of Centreville Road!
The clinical team leads at Centreville are ready to take care of your families today!
For six decades, Fairfax Pediatric Associates has been a trusted leader in pediatric care across Northern Virginia. Voted #1 Pediatric Practice in Northern Virginia by families in Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia Awards, Fairfax Pediatric Associates is dedicated to helping children thrive from infancy through young adulthood through compassionate, evidence-based medical care.
With convenient locations in Fairfax, Centreville, and Brambleton, Fairfax Pediatric Associates makes high-quality pediatric care easily accessible for local families. FPA providers are passionate about supporting the health and well-being of children throughout the community, helping to strengthen families through compassionate care, education, and advocacy.
There is so much to celebrate at FPA this year! This summer marks an exciting milestone as the practice celebrates 60 years of caring for children while continuing to grow with its newest Centreville location. Adding to the celebration, Dr. Villa recently published her first book, Embracing Grace, a heartfelt story for children about belonging, self-worth, and the courage to believe in themselves. At Fairfax Pediatric Associates, caring for children extends far beyond office visits.
Families are invited to celebrate with Fairfax Pediatric Associates at an open house event on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at the new Centreville location. The event will include free character appearances, coffee, face painting, opportunities to meet Fairfax Pediatric Associates pediatricians, and a chance to see what makes the practice so special!
Fairfax Pediatric Associates offers comprehensive services tailored to every stage of your child’s development. From routine wellness visits and same-day sick appointments to specialized care, families can access a wide range of services including prenatal consultations, lactation support, sports physicals, travel consultations, ADHD management, and mental health services.
To provide even greater peace of mind, the practice also offers after-hours nurse advice and telemedicine appointments with pediatric providers, ensuring families have access to support whenever they need it.
“At Fairfax Pediatric Associates, we are honored to partner with families to help children stay healthy, happy, and thriving every step of the way,” said Dr. Clewett.
Don’t settle for anything less than the best for your child’s health! Give your child the exceptional care they deserve with the pediatric team that families have trusted for generations. Visit fairfaxpediatrics.com or call/text 703-391-0900 to learn more or schedule an appointment today!
Scenes from a Jan. 11, 2026 ICE Out for Good protest on Maple Avenue in Vienna (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has taken a mixed approach to bills from Fairfax state Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim (D-37) intended to counter the Trump administration’s draconian approach to immigration enforcement.
The governor announced today (Wednesday) that she has signed SB 352 and its House of Delegates companion HB 1482, which ban law enforcement officers from covering their faces, while vetoing legislation (SB 351 and HB 650) that would restrict federal immigration agents from conducting civil arrests in certain public places, including courthouses, schools and health care facilities.
Approved design of 1950 Old Gallows Road residential project (via Torti Gallas and Partners/Fairfax County)
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved plans on Tuesday (May 19) for 304 units of multifamily housing to replace an aging office building at 1950 Old Gallows Road in Tysons.
The development team, county staff and community “have worked together to create what I think is a much better” project than initially proposed, Providence District Supervisor Dalia Palchick said.
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Dulles International Airport Concourse E rendering (courtesy MWAA)
Funding for Dulles International Airport’s new Concourse E is still coming together, even as construction inches closer to completion.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $41.8 million in grant funding for the project, whose first phase will add 14 gates intended for United Airlines — the airport’s largest carrier — as well as a direct connection to the underground Aerotrain and various amenities.
Tysons II pedestrian bridge over Tysons Blvd on a cloudy spring day (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Congressional Candidates Drop Out — Several House of Delegates candidates have officially suspended their campaigns after the Virginia Supreme Court voided the results of the April 21 redistricting referendum. That includes former Space Force Col. Bree Fram, who was set to challenge Rep. James Walkinshaw in the 11th District, and contenders for the proposed 7th District: Dorothy McAuliffe, Del. Dan Helmer, state Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim and J.P. Cooney. [ABC News]
Man Sentenced for Burke Lake Park Murder — “A man convicted of the 2023 slaying of his girlfriend at a Fairfax County park was sentenced Friday [May 15] to 40 years in prison, after a judge cited the defendant’s heavy use of psychedelic mushrooms on the night of the killing as one of his mitigating factors.” The judge said he believed Rami El-Sayed, 36, “was not fully aware of his actions.” [WUSA9]
Majority of Metrobus Riders Not Paying — “Metro says nearly seven out of every 10 bus riders are still not paying the fare to ride the bus. Now, a new crackdown is coming that will involve bus operators and transit police. Metrobus operators will quote the fare to ride the bus as a reminder to riders to pay.” [NBC4]
Burke Ranked Best Place to Live in Va. — “U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026–2027 Best Places to Live list, and the results might surprise you … Burke was the No. 1 Best Place to Live in Virginia, and it landed at 108 on the list of 250 U.S. cities. The Burke 22015 zip code also topped our list of the 20 Hottest Zip Codes in Northern Virginia.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Unionized Electricians Back Data Center Tax Break — “Dozens of electricians, all union workers who help build data centers across Virginia, attended a meeting of the Senate Finance committee Tuesday. They were there to urge negotiators to keep tax breaks for data centers, a sticking point in the ongoing fight over Virginia’s budget.” If a new budget isn’t in place by June 30, Virginia would face its first-ever partial government shutdown. [WVTF]
Metro Leader Pitches ‘Gold Line’ — “Randy Clarke sees Metro’s future in the Gold Line: A zippy, dedicated bus route from Georgetown to the new Commanders stadium.” The Metro general manager also that “fares are probably going up next year for inflation … three years after the last increase.” [Axios DC]
RA Revising Pesticide Notification Policies — “The Reston Association is updating its communication procedures for pesticide applications following community transparency concerns, according to an email sent Monday by Acting Chief Executive Officer Peter Lusk.” The changes are being implemented after local homeowner Amy Becker raised concerns at a board meeting on May 1. [Patch]
Asian Celebration Planned in Annandale — “The community is invited to an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Saturday, May 23, 2-6 p.m., at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space.” The festival will feature over 50 vendors, live entertainment, a fashion show, an eating contest, crafts and appearances by community organizations. [Annandale Today]
It’s Wednesday — There’s a 60% chance of rain, likely after 5 p.m. and a high near 95°F, with a west wind of 6 to 11 mph. Tonight, the low will be around 59°F, with a north wind of 5 to 7 mph and an 80% chance of rain. [NWS]
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Showers and thunderstorms are possible after 2pm with increasing clouds and a high near 94°F. West winds will pick up to 5-10 mph. There’s a 50% chance of rain. Wednesday night, expect showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm, with continuing chances of rain until 2am. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low around 59°F, and north winds at 5 to 7 mph. The chance of rain is 60%, with rainfall potentially between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, more in thunderstorms. See more from Weather.gov.
Traffic on Route 29 west of West Ox Road after fatal crash at Meadow Estates Drive (via 511Virginia traffic camera)
A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving a tractor-trailer on Route 29 in the Fair Lakes area.
Officers and units with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department were dispatched around 1:51 p.m. Tuesday (May 19) for the crash on Route 29 at Meadow Estates Drive, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.
