An apartment community near Dulles International Airport has changed hands.
The developers Bozzuto and Invesco Real Estate recently acquired Ashton at Dulles Corner — a 454-unit garden apartment complex at 13958 Mansarde Avenue in the McNair area south of Herndon — as part of a $330 million investment.
Getting axed will take on a more literal yet more enjoyable meaning in Tysons next week with the arrival of Level99.
Ax Run, where players race along a narrow beam while dodging swinging foam axes, is one of 53 games that will test patrons’ physical and mental agility when the unique entertainment venue opens at Tysons Corner Center on Monday (Aug. 25).
Imagine living just steps from the Metro, enjoying upscale amenities, and saving money on rent—all without leaving Tysons Corner. Indigo at McLean Station is a brand-new, affordable housing community located a brief 0.3-mile walk from the McLean Metro Station, delivering the ultimate connected Northern Virginia lifestyle.
We invite you to experience the neighborhood firsthand at our upcoming Open House on Saturday, October 3rd, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pick Your Perfect Layout: Phase I or Phase II
Whether you need an immediate change of scenery or are planning a late-fall transition, Indigo has options:
Immediate Move-Ins (Phase I): Don’t wait to upgrade your lifestyle. We have limited studio and one-bedroom apartments available right now for households qualifying at the 60% Area Median Income (AMI) standard.
Mid-October 2026 Move-Ins (Phase II): Secure a future home today. Pre-leasing is open for studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom configurations spanning 50% to 70% AMI tiers.
Ready to find your match? Visit the Floor Plan Page of our Website to browse up-to-date real-time pricing and verify our income qualification criteria.
Open House Details & Combined Savings
Join us for an exciting afternoon of touring, prizes, and massive rental discounts.
Event Date: Saturday, October 3rd (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Address: 1750 Old Meadow Rd, McLean, VA 22102
The Experience: Explore our gorgeous community spaces, tour Phase I apartments, sample local light refreshments, and enter our raffle.
The Stackable Special: Submit your application during the Open House and receive an extra 1/2 month of rent free on Phase I homes. This event-only special stacks on top of our active promotion of Up to Two Months Free on Select Apartments!
Can’t attend on October 3rd? Schedule a Tour Today to pick a time that works best for you.
A Tech-Forward, Welcoming Neighborhood Vibe
Indigo at McLean Station isn’t just a place to sleep—it’s a true community. We focus on giving you a seamless, stress-free living experience through modern perks:
Tailored Rent Payments: Keep control of your cash flow with our Flex Platform partnership, allowing you to pay rent on a customized monthly schedule.
A Paradise for Pets: We love your pets as much as you do, which is why we feature no breed restrictions, an on-site Pet Spa, and a pristine walking trail.
The Cobu App Connection: Our digital neighborhood platform lets you chat with neighbors, plan resident events, score discounts at local Tysons businesses, and trade goods safely.
To hear how much our community loves living here, Chat With One of Our Residents to get an honest, unedited look at the Indigo experience.
Claim Your New Apartment Home
Don’t miss out on the best affordable leasing incentives in Tysons Corner, featuring Up to Two Months Free on Select Apartments.
Go on a digital walkthrough right now via our Virtual Tour Playlist to see our stunning layouts. For further details on floor plans and qualifications, Visit Our Website to contact us online, or call our leasing center at (571) 786-5546.
*Specials apply to new applicants only, on select apartments, are subject to change and may have additional conditions.
Another case of measles has been confirmed in a person who traveled through Dulles International Airport last week, state health officials say.
The individual is a resident of another state, but they passed through the airport during the afternoon of Aug. 12, potentially exposing other travelers and workers, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) announced today (Wednesday).
The museum’s annual Native Art Market features award-winning and innovative Indigenous artists from across the Western Hemisphere. This event invites lovers of art and craftsmanship to meet Indigenous artists and learn about the traditional arts and contemporary Indigenous creativity. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase traditional and contemporary handcrafted artworks, including beadwork, jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, and sculpture.
Local police arrested a man last week for allegedly illegally possessing a firearm — but only after stopping him for another offense.
The man was spotted driving a stolen vehicle in the 6000 block of Richmond Highway in Groveton around 10:38 a.m. on Aug. 14, catching the attention of Auto Crimes Enforcement detectives, the Fairfax County Police Department said yesterday (Tuesday).
SPEAKERS
Pat Herrity, Springfield District Supervisor
Arthur Purves – FCTA President
Meal: $50, including tip, taxes and salad.
Maggiano’s Little Italy is vacating Tysons Galleria (2001 International Drive) next month ahead of a planned move to Tysons Corner Center.
Staff at the location told FFXnow that the two-story restaurant, which has served Italian cuisine at the Galleria since the mid-1990s, will have its last day of business at its current location on Sept. 23.
The Trump administration appears to be following through on its threat to withhold federal funds from public schools in Northern Virginia after they refused to roll back policies that support transgender and gender non-conforming students.
The U.S. Education Department announced yesterday (Tuesday) that it has placed Fairfax County Public Schools and the school systems in Arlington, Alexandria, Prince William and Loudoun on “high-risk status,” a move that it claims lets it attach specific conditions for releasing funding.
Hurricane Could Affect Virginia Coast — “Hurricane Erin will pass well offshore the Mid-Atlantic but close enough to generate strong winds and dangerous seas and surf for Virginia, Maryland and Delaware beaches, particularly Wednesday and Thursday. Conditions may remain perilous into the weekend … and many beaches are already closed.” [Capital Weather Gang]
Va. Lawmakers Consider Regulating Chatbots — “As more Virginians turn to artificial intelligence for simple tasks or even companionship, lawmakers are exploring policy ideas to address how AI chatbots are influencing residents’ health and well-being, as well as their privacy and security.” The General Assembly’s Joint Commission on Technology and Science (JCOTS) heard an overview of the technology and potential policy concerns on Monday (Aug. 18). [Virginia Mercury]
11th District Candidates Discuss Priorities — “Congressional candidates James Walkinshaw (D) and Stewart Whitson (R) clashed on Medicaid cuts, immigration, tariffs, crime, and much more in an online forum hosted by the League of Women Voters on Aug. 18.” [Annandale Today]
Poll Shows Tightening Governor’s Race — “Democrat Abigail Spanberger holds a 7-point lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in the race for Virginia governor, according to a new Roanoke College Poll that shows the contest tightening since the spring … The numbers mark a closer race than in May, when Roanoke’s poll showed Spanberger ahead 43%-26%.” [Virginia Mercury]
Petition Seeking Transgender Girls Ban Accepted — “The Virginia State Board of Health unanimously voted Monday to accept a petition that could lead to regulations banning transgender girls and women from competing in girls’ and women’s sports.” The petition filed by three college swimmers, also called for trans girls and women to be barred from spaces “where females are likely to be in any state of undress.” [WTVR]
New Security Scanners Coming to DCA — “CLEAR and the TSA are piloting biometric ‘eGates’ at three major U.S. airports ahead of a nationwide rollout, the identity verification company told Axios exclusively.” The gates, which will be deployed at Reagan National Airport next week, use “real-time biometric verification, matching a traveler’s face to their ID and boarding pass.” [Axios]
GMU Hires Former Governor — “The Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University welcomes former Virginia governor Robert F. (Bob) McDonnell to the faculty as a Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice … McDonnell served as the 71st governor of Virginia from 2010 to 2014.” [GMU]
NOVA Senior Olympics Accepting Athletes — “The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics are set for September 13 to 28, marking the 43rd year of the regional games that celebrate health, competition, and community among older adults. Registration is open now through August 29, and organizers expect more than 1,100 participants, a turnout that would make it the largest in the event’s history.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
It’s Wednesday — Expect patchy showers and possible thunderstorms after 2pm, with clouds gradually clearing to mostly sunny skies and a high near 85°F. Precipitation chances stand at 30%. At night, skies will be mostly cloudy with a low around 70°F. [NWS]
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 — Aug 19, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Expect patchy showers and potential thunderstorms after 2pm, transitioning to mostly sunny skies and a high of 85°F with southeast winds around 6 mph. There’s a 30% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night, watch for showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 2am, followed by a slight chance of showers. The low will be around 70°F with northeast winds at 9 mph, and a 30% chance of precipitation. 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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Reston Art Gallery and Studios will be overtaken by weeds next month — an intrusion that, in this case, will be enthusiastically welcomed.
The gallery at Lake Anne Plaza (11400 Washington Plaza West) announced today (Tuesday) that it will host a new exhibit titled “Weeds & Seeds: Observed Motifs” from local visual artist Jennifer Duncan from Sept. 6-28.
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time for commemorating our ancestors. Rather than a period of mourning, it is an occasion for celebrating with family—both living and dead—and honoring the cycle of life. Learn about La Catrina and her joyful view of life and mortality. Enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the day, including dance performances, coloring activities, and paper marigold and mask making. Visitors are invited to leave photos and mementos of their loved ones on the ofrenda (altar) or commemorate them by writing their names on a butterfly to attach to the memorial arch.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
