People walk along Royal Lake in Kings Park West with turtles and ducks on the water (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Offshore Wind Turbine Now Operating — “Dominion Energy’s major Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project is now sending surges of power to the grid, after its first commercial turbine was switched on Monday. It is the largest offshore wind project in America. The single turbine, separate from the structure’s two pilot turbines that have been operational since 2020, is producing 14.7 megawatts” off the coast of Virginia Beach. [Virginia Mercury]
Pedestrian Killed on I-395 — “A pedestrian was found dead in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 395 in Alexandria today (Tuesday), according to Virginia State Police. The crash happened around 6:12 a.m. on northbound Interstate 395 near the Duke Street exit.” [ALXnow]
Man Sentenced for Metro Station Assaults — “A Fairfax County man has been sentenced to one year in connection with assaults and attempted abductions near Metro stations in Alexandria last year, according to court records.” The man was sentenced last Friday (March 20) to 10 years in prison, with nine of them suspended, on charges of assault, sexual battery and attempted abduction. [WJLA]
Beware of Unpaid Toll Text Scam — “Residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages stating they owe unpaid toll charges and must make an immediate payment to avoid penalties or legal action. The messages claim to be from the General District Court for Fairfax County in an effort to appear legitimate and pressure recipients into responding.” [FCPD]
Lawmakers Advocate for Underground Power Lines — A state senator and a delegate both representing Loudoun County “asked the State Corporation Commission last week to consider burying high-voltage transmission lines, after bills that would initiate a pilot program for the proposed lines passed the General Assembly.” [Virginia Mercury]
Va. Could Ease Ban on Voting Under Guardianship — “Disabled Virginians under guardianship may be able to vote under a new law waiting for Governor Abigail Spanberger’s signature.” The bill, led by Fairfax Del. Kathy Tran, “would ask courts to make an additional finding, one of their competencies to vote, when someone is put under guardianship.” [WVTF]
Centreville Man Charged With Armed Robberies — “A 19-year-old has been arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies in Arlington last month.” Arrested at his home last Friday with the FBI and Fairfax County and Herndon police assisting, the man “faces a total of 20 charges stemming from four incidents on Feb. 24 and 25.” [ARLnow]
New Leasing Team for Towers Club Building — “Stream Realty Partners has been awarded the leasing assignment for 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, a 481,007-square-foot office tower in Tysons, according to a March 24 announcement.” Current occupants of the building include the recently renovated Tower Club and Chima Steakhouse. [Patch]
It’s Wednesday — Expect partly sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of about 59°F and a south wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. Wednesday night will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 49°F and a continued south wind at 7 to 9 mph. [NWS]
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Imagine stepping out of your door and being a brief, 0.3-mile walk from the McLean Metro Station. Indigo at McLean Station is redefining affordable Northern Virginia living, combining an unbeatable Tysons location with brand-new, high-end amenities.
Mark your calendar for our upcoming Open House on Saturday, November 14th, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, where you can explore everything our growing community has to offer.
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Plan your visit to 1750 Old Meadow Rd, McLean, VA 22102 this November 14th. Browse Our Available Floor Plans, check real-time pricing, and review income qualification criteria on our website, or call our leasing team directly at (571) 786-5546. Can’t make the Open House? Schedule a Tour Today.
Expect partly sunny skies with a high near 59°F and a south wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. By Wednesday night, the weather will become mostly cloudy with a low around 49°F. The south wind will increase slightly to 8 to 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
FCPS Parents for Intentional Technology member Jennifer Chang speaks during the public comments portion of the Fairfax County School Board's March 19, 2026 meeting (via FCPS/YouTube)
As Fairfax County Public Schools officials develop a policy regulating the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom, some parents worry the division is already too reliant on technology.
Several parents expressed concerns about technology use to the Fairfax County School Board during its meeting last Thursday (March 19).
Menopause is more than a physical transition—it can also be a time of profound change in how we see ourselves and what we want from life. As familiar roles, responsibilities, and priorities shift, many women find themselves asking, “Who am I now?” In this presentation, we'll explore how our identities have been shaped and consider which parts of ourselves still fit and which may be ready to change.
Under Armour Sports House is set for a grand opening at Tysons Corner Center on March 26, 2026 (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Under Armour is gearing up for a relaunch at Tysons Corner Center, which also recently bid farewell to a couple of prominent retail tenants.
Operating out of a temporary location near Bloomingdale’s since late 2024, Under Armour will unveil a new concept at the mall on Thursday (March 26) that’s intended to draw in a younger generation of athletes.
A coming soon sign for Trummer's Coffee at Twinbrooke Shopping Center in Kings Park West (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
A family-owned cafe offering coffee and wine is coming to the Twinbrooke Shopping Center in Kings Park West later this year.
Trummer’s Coffee & Wine Bar, which is inspired by Austrian, Italian and other European-style coffeehouses, will open its doors in the shopping center this fall, a spokesperson for property owner Federal Realty announced last week.
Woods behind a sign for Walker Nature Center in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Officially, Arbor Day won’t be recognized in Virginia until the end of April, but Reston Association will get a head start on observing the occasion with a volunteer event at the end of March.
The homeowners’ association is inviting community members to help clean up and enhance some of its natural areas next Tuesday (March 31) from 9:30 to noon.
An obelisk sign planned for the Tysons Metro stations on display at the Tysons Community Alliance's Vision Tysons 2026 summit (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
A new look is in store for the water tower that looms over the Route 123 and Route 7 interchange in Tysons.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted last week (March 17) to support the Tysons Community Alliance’s plan to replace the existing sign on the water tower with an updated “Tysons” logo introduced last spring.
Fairfax County Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid (staff photo by Jared Serre)
Fairfax County Public Schools is planning its own investigation separate from the police into allegations that a Fairfax High School student groped multiple female students, Superintendent Michelle Reid announced.
In a letter sent on Monday (March 23) to families, Reid said that FCPS had retained the services of “an independent outside law firm to conduct a comprehensive review of this matter.”