Arlington-founded Bakeshop is getting closer to opening in the former location of Skorpios Maggio’s Greek Family Restaurant in Vienna.
Monica Garcia, the general manager at Bakeshop, told FFXnow that the bakery expects to open at 421 Maple Avenue East in early April. The business had originally hoped to open sometime in 2025.
With less than two weeks left in the Virginia General Assembly’s 2026 legislative session, three bills authored by a Fairfax state senator that would “end ICE abuses” still have a chance to become law.
Each of the bills introduced by state Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim (D), which would place state-level restrictions on federal immigration enforcement activities, await action by the House of Delegates at large before potentially heading to the governor’s desk.
Hartwell Park is coming early fall 2026 to Birchwood at Brambleton, introducing the Fairmont and Worthington Collections of single-level elevator condominiums thoughtfully designed for vibrant, connected 55+ living.
The Fairmont Collection, from the $500s, offers 1- to 3-bedroom residences with private balconies, penthouse residences available, and a den in select residences. With up to 1,661 sq. ft., these right-sized homes offer easy, adaptable spaces for hosting, relaxing or simply enjoying more time to yourself.
The Worthington Collection, from the $700s, is designed for those who aren’t ready to compromise on space. These expansive 2- and 3-bedroom residences offer a den in select residences, private balconies, generous primary suites and up to 2,442 sq. ft. of sophisticated living—with fewer residences on every floor for a quieter, more private home.
At Hartwell Park, thoughtfully planned amenities, scenic surroundings and meaningful social connections create a lifestyle centered on what matters most. Beyond Birchwood, Bram Quarter eateries and Brambleton’s thriving town center continue to evolve with restaurants, retail destinations and services that bring even more convenience to everyday.
Explore the Fairmont and Worthington floorplans, discover the home that feels right for you and join the VIP list to stay connected as Hartwell Park gets closer to opening.
Design work is progressing on an approved redevelopment of two empty office buildings on Worldgate Drive in Herndon.
At a work session tonight (Wednesday), the Town of Herndon’s Architectural Review Board (ARB) will discuss the latest plans for an apartment building, stacked condominiums and townhouses that would replace offices at 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive.
A new restaurant will bring Vietnamese cuisine with a dash of Cajun influences to Tysons Galleria’s food hall (2001 International Drive) next week.
Chao Ban, a brand-new, fast-casual concept from D.C. chef Kevin Tien, is scheduled to open next Tuesday (March 10) on the mall’s third floor, a spokesperson told FFXnow.
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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors went on record yesterday (Tuesday) supporting state officials’ efforts to cure a major rail-traffic bottleneck.
In a letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, the board asked the federal government to award the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority’s request for funding to design 4.6 miles of a third mainline track on CSX’s rail corridor in Fairfax and Prince William counties.
Virginia Economic Slowdown Predicted — “Virginia’s economy faces another slowdown and the loss of more than 10,000 jobs this year, University of Virginia researchers said in a new report, and Northern Virginia could once again play an outsized role in the downturn.” The forecast found that Virginia’s economy often “underperformed” compared to the U.S. overall last year, particularly during the federal government shutdown in October. [WTOP]
Murder Suspect Had Been Previously Convicted — The man accused of fatally stabbing a woman at a bus stop in Hybla Valley last month had previously served two years in prison for attacking another man near a 7-Eleven on Richmond Highway in February 2023. “Jalloh wasn’t out of jail long before he was arrested again two times, and that triggered a probation violation.” Prosecutors, however, didn’t ask for five years of prison time that had been suspended to be imposed. [NBC4]
Dog Belonged to Stabbing Suspect — “The Virginia State Police (VSP) said the dog that was stabbed and killed during a road rage incident on Interstate 495 in Fairfax County belonged to the suspect. VSP said on Tuesday that it is continuing to investigate the deadly stabbing stemming from a road rage incident that happened southbound of I-495 at exit 52.” [DC News Now]
Menstrual Products Bill Heads to Governor — “House Bill 998 by Del. Holly Seibold, D-Fairfax, would require ingredient labels be listed on all menstrual products sold in Virginia, an effort to better inform consumers about possibly toxic substances in the reproductive health items. Having passed both the House of Delegates and cleared the Virginia Senate Monday, it now heads to Gov. Abigail Spanberger for her signature, amendment or veto.” [Virginia Mercury]
By-Right Housing Bills Move Forward — “Despite opposition from Alexandria and other Northern Virginia localities, bills permitting by-right multifamily development in commercial zones are advancing in the Virginia General Assembly.” Del. Dan Helmer’s HB 816 was advanced to the full Senate on Monday (March 2) with an amendment that set an expiration date of July 1, 2031, while the Senate version of the bill was read a second time by the House of Delegates yesterday (Tuesday). [ALXnow]
Vacant Seven Corners Offices Sold — “A small, long-vacant office building at 6320 Castle Place in Seven Corners has been sold for $2.7 million, reports Pauline Thompson, president of Tysons Realty Inc … The building had previously housed MVI Post, a family-owned post-production media company that filed for bankruptcy in 2009.” [Annandale Today]
New Chief Justice Sworn In — “On Monday, the Honorable Cleo E. Powell was formally sworn into her new role as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia. She is the first Black woman to serve as the chief justice in Virginia, and is the only member of the state’s Supreme Court to have served as a judge at each level of Virginia’s judicial branch,” according to the state bar. [VPM News]
GMU Basketball Team Wins Playoffs Spot — “The George Mason women’s basketball team has captured a share of the 2026 Atlantic 10 Regular Season Championship — the first regular season conference title in program history. The Patriots closed league play with a program-best 16-2 conference record, marking their strongest Atlantic 10 ever.” [GMU]
It’s Wednesday — Expect rain after 4pm, with a cloudy sky and a high near 52. There’s a 60% chance of precipitation with less than a tenth of an inch possible. At night, there’s a 70% chance of rain, with cloudy conditions and a low around 49. [NWS]
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Good Tuesday 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 — Mar 3, 2026.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Expect showers mainly after 4pm, with patchy fog developing after 3pm and a high near 52. Winds will be light and variable, with a 60% chance of precipitation and potential for less than a tenth of an inch. Wednesday night, showers continue with areas of fog and a low around 49, calm wind, and a 70% chance of precipitation. Anticipate new precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch. See more from Weather.gov.
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Local business owner Tom Dannan will be the Braddock District’s next representative on the Fairfax County School Board.
Endorsed by local Democrats in a caucus on Jan. 10, the 41-year-old Terra Centre resident bested GOP-supported Saundra Davis in a special election today (Tuesday), securing the seat with approximately 65% of the vote, according to unofficial results.
Bank of America is taking over the former Uno Pizzeria and Grill at Gatehouse Plaza in Merrifield.
The shopping center’s owner, an affiliate of the developer Silver Companies, revealed the identity of its new tenant at 3058 Gate House Plaza in a special exception request that Fairfax County zoning staff accepted for review on Feb. 25.
