The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is pumping the brakes on consideration of a plan for the county government take over management of trash collection services for all single-family neighborhoods.
“We need to do some more work,” Hunter Mill District Supervisor Walter Alcorn said at the board’s meeting today (Tuesday).
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (WMAA) will receive nearly $7 million in federal funding to support taxiway reconstructions at Dulles International Airport.
The $6.8 million in funding represents the second-largest amount among 18 aviation-related projects approved statewide by the Federal Aviation Administration. Funding comes from a $25 billion appropriation in the 2021 Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act.
Game on! The Tysons Trek & Treat Fall Challenge returns this week, running October 2 through November 1. Participants can walk, bike, or roll through Tysons while checking in at stops, earning points, and redeeming them for prizes.
Hosted by Tysons Community Alliance (TCA), the free mobility challenge features five walkable and bike-friendly routes—including a brand-new route this season!—for a range of ages and abilities. Explore The Boro on the Yellow Route, wander past Arbor Row and Tysons Galleria on the Green Route, stroll Scott’s Run Trail and Capital One Center on the Red Route, or take on the Orange and Purple routes by bike or wheels.
There’s no app to download, so just choose a route, grab your phone, and start exploring.
And there’s a good reason to sign up now: pre-register by October 1, and you’ll automatically be entered to win a $150 Experience Tysons e-gift card, redeemable at participating businesses throughout Tysons.
As you make your way through Tysons, be on the lookout for Trek & Treat check-in stickers posted at stops along each route. Scan the QR code on each sticker to check in, earn points, and keep moving toward your next prize.
While racking up points, you can earn prizes including wireless earbuds, a Bluetooth speaker, an OGIO backpack, Metro SmarTrip cards, portable chargers, and more. Participants can also earn Experience Tysons e-gift cards, including $300 for the Tysons Trailblazer grand-prize winner, $250 for second place, and $200 for third place.
Register and complete at least one check-in by October 10, and you’ll also receive an exclusive “I Trekked Tysons” t-shirt.
So whether you’re looking for a fun way to get outside, discover new corners of Tysons, or earn prizes along the way, Trek & Treat offers plenty of reasons to explore this fall. Registration is easy at tysonsva.org/exploretysons/gameon.
Tysons Trek & Treat Fall Challenge runs October 2–November 1
A Reston resident says she’s facing fines and possible legal action over the presence of milkweed on her property.
According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, milkweed has a “bad reputation,” but the wildflower is vital for monarch caterpillars and other pollinators. It’s also toxic to the invasive spotted lanternflies, which have proliferated across the D.C. region over the past few years.
Alexandria, Virginia – October 1, 2026 – Body Imperium, an Old Town Alexandria strength-training studio, has announced that it is rebranding as Imperium Strength and Longevity, known simply as Imperium.
The new name reflects the studio’s evolution from its Pilates origins into Alexandria’s only strength-training facility powered by ARX® (Adaptive Resistance Exercise) technology. The evolution of the business closely follows founder Victoria Azor’s personal experience building strength and longevity.
Greenheart Juice Shop’s remaining stores are apparently changing hands, continuing a summer of upheaval for the Northern Virginia business.
The juice bar has closed its Vienna location after just over four years at 208 Dominion Road. Its final day of operations was Sunday (Aug. 24), taking loyal customers by surprise.
Fall is in its full glory every first Saturday in October with our Manassas Fall Jubilee and 2026 marks the 43rd one! This community-spirited festival spans all of Center Street and side streets, and includes an assortment of fun for kids and adults with over 100 craft and community booths, live music and entertainment, food, and more. Live music ranges from pop to rock to heavy metal, and dance performances include ballet, clogging, and belly dancing. And, the kids will enjoy a meet & greet with Cinderella, pumpkin painting, games, and more!
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has ordered state police to investigate explosive allegations from a conservative blog that Fairfax County Public Schools officials helped multiple underage girls obtain abortions in 2021 — a probe whose findings may not surface before Election Day but could still sway voters in the court of public opinion.
Virginia law requires minors to obtain either parental consent or a successful court petition to undergo the procedure. Such records are also exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
Diners will pay a little bit more to eat at Vienna restaurants starting next year.
By a 6-1 vote yesterday (Monday), the Vienna Town Council approved a one-percentage-point increase to the town’s meals tax, bumping the current 3% rate to 4% indefinitely.
GMU President Disputes Finding — “Facing mounting pressure from the Trump administration, a lawyer for George Mason University President Gregory Washington told the board on Monday the leader had done nothing unlawful and would not apologize for his diversity, equity and inclusion policies, despite a call from the Education Department to do so.” [Washington Post]
Driver Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash — Fairfax County police officers responded yesterday (Monday) afternoon to a multi-vehicle crash at Sully Park Drive and Kamputa Drive in Centreville. “One adult male driver was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition.” The road reopened around 8:45 p.m., but an investigation is ongoing. [FCPD/X]
McLean Mansion Sells for Record Price — “The 22,000-square-foot mansion at 6431 Georgetown Pike sold Monday for $18.5 million,” making it “the most expensive home ever sold in Northern Virginia that doesn’t front the Potomac River.” Listed for $22 million in March, the estate formerly known as Chateau du Soleil first got a makeover to remove some gaudier touches, such as a mirrored ballroom ceiling. It still features a spa, gym, a lap pool, gardens, a jogging path, smart-tech systems, a 200-inch retractable TV and more. [Washington Business Journal]
Man Cited for Concealed Gun at Fairfax Park — “A 40-year-old Annandale man was cited for having a concealed firearm in a public park during last Friday’s Rock the Block event at Old Towne Square, according to authorities. Around 7:54 p.m., police responded for the report of someone carrying a concealed firearm while drinking.” The Fairfax City Council is considering expanding its restrictions on guns, which have been in place since 2021. [Patch]
License Plate Reader Company Pauses Work With Feds — “Flock Safety, whose cameras are mounted in more than 4,000 communities nationwide, put a hold last week on pilot programs with the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection and its law enforcement arm, Homeland Security Investigations, according to a statement by its founder and CEO, Garrett Langley.” [Associated Press/ABC News]
Police Warn About Romance Scams — “Our Financial Crimes Unit is seeing versions of the same pattern: a ‘perfect’ match starts a conversation, moves you to private messaging, avoids meeting in person or on live video, and eventually asks for money or sensitive information. Here’s how to spot the red flags and protect yourself and your loved ones.” [FCPD]
New FCPS Hall of Fame Members Announced — “Three Annandale High School graduates are among the 11 Fairfax County Public School’s Alumni Hall of Fame, Educate Fairfax announced on Aug. 22.” The new inductees, who will be honored at Wolf Trap next month, include CNN anchor Jim Acosta and Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay’s chief of staff, Amir Abu-El-Hawa. [Annandale Today]
Theater Coming to D.C. Area This Fall — “This fall, many exciting plays and musicals are being staged at theaters across the Northern Virginia area. Here are some highlights of the season’s must-see shows,” including “Fair Play” at the renovated 1st Stage in Tysons and NextStop Theatre’s production of “The Last Five Years” in Herndon. [Northern Virginia Magazine]
It’s Tuesday — Expect sunshine and a high near 79 degrees with a northwest wind of 5 to 7 mph. On Tuesday night, it will be partly cloudy and the temperature will drop to around 59 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind at about 6 mph. [NWS]
Good Monday 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 — Aug 25, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Tuesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Expect mostly sunny skies with a high temperature near 78 degrees and a mild northwest wind of 6 to 8 mph. As night falls, the sky will become partly cloudy with a low temperature around 58 degrees and a steady northwest wind at 6 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
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What? Gaming Giant is evolving!
The Fairfax City gaming shop Gaming Giant celebrated its grand reopening last Friday (Aug. 22) in a new, larger space in the Old Town Plaza shopping center, right in the heart of the City of Fairfax and around the corner from a previous location.
A Bison Celebration is part of the Smithsonian Institution’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Bison Celebration will be a full day event that brings together organizations, scholars, scientists and filmmakers to celebrate the past, present, and future of North America’s largest land mammal. Through captivating films and thought-provoking panel discussions, the museum will explore the bison’s vital role in restoring grassland ecosystems and its deep spiritual connection to Tribal nations.
