The Tysons economy appeared to be heading in an encouraging direction to start 2025. Visitations and residential and retail occupancy rates were up, and office vacancies at least held steady instead of rising.
However, the impacts of federal spending and workforce cuts by the Trump administration have yet to emerge in the data tracked by the Tysons Community Alliance (TCA), which released its latest quarterly market report today (Thursday).
Reston’s new Taco Bell appears to be on the verge of reopening.
The fast-food restaurant at 11257 Roger Bacon Drive has been closed for months, as franchise owner Summerwood Corporation undertook a wholesale demolition and replacement of the existing building.
The sailing lifestyle starts with a single moment. A breeze filling the sails. A quiet morning on the Bay. A weekend exploring new places with nothing but the horizon ahead.
For generations, the Chesapeake Bay has inspired sailors with its protected waters, charming waterfront towns, and endless opportunities to explore. It’s a place where a short afternoon sail can become a lifelong passion, and where every trip on the water offers a new adventure.
Every fall, the Annapolis Sailboat Show brings that lifestyle within reach.
From October 15–18, downtown Annapolis transforms into a celebration of sailing, bringing together beautiful sailboats, passionate sailors, industry experts, and waterfront experiences in America’s sailing capital.
Walk the docks, step aboard sailboats from around the world, discover new designs, connect with the sailing community, and imagine where the wind could take you next. You don’t have to be an experienced sailor to enjoy the show. You just have to be curious.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show offers a rare opportunity to experience the sailing world all in one place. Explore sleek performance sailboats built for adventure. Step aboard comfortable cruising yachts designed for weekend escapes. Discover spacious catamarans that offer a new way to experience life on the water.
Every boat represents a different possibility.
Maybe it’s learning to sail for the first time. Maybe it’s planning weekend adventures on the Chesapeake. Maybe it’s simply discovering a new passion you never knew you had. Walk the docks, talk with sailing experts, and explore the boats, brands, and resources that can help make sailing part of your story.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make sailing special.
Beyond the docks, visitors can experience the best of fall in Annapolis. Stroll historic brick-lined streets, enjoy waterfront dining, browse local shops, and take in views of sailboats moving through the harbor.
Throughout the show grounds, connect with sailing organizations, charter companies, outfitters, and marine experts who help make the sailing lifestyle more accessible. It’s a weekend filled with discovery, community, and the unmistakable energy of a city built around the water.
For many people, sailing is a dream they’ve always wanted to explore but didn’t know where to begin. The Annapolis Sailboat Show helps turn curiosity into confidence.
Take part in educational opportunities designed for every level of experience, including the First Sail Workshop for beginners, Cruisers University for in-depth sailing education, and free daily seminars led by experienced sailors and industry experts.
Whether you’re stepping aboard for the first time or building the skills to go farther, these programs provide the knowledge and confidence to enjoy more time on the water.
Sailing is about more than the boat.
It’s the quiet morning sail. The sunset over the harbor. The weekend escape with friends. The feeling of discovering somewhere new. The Annapolis Sailboat Show brings together the boats, people, and possibilities that make the sailing lifestyle so rewarding.
Come step aboard, meet the sailing community, and discover where your next adventure begins.
Fairfax County doesn’t want to be left behind in what’s looking like an artificial intelligence arms race.
At a meeting of the Board of Supervisors Council for Economic Opportunity on Tuesday (June 3), regional government and private sector leaders discussed plans to assemble an AI Coalition.
Traveling to Italy, looking to learn a new language, or want to brush up on existing Italian skills? The Italian Cultural Society has provided Italian language lessons since 1974, and recently expanded its services to Northern Virginia. This fall, kids and adults can take lessons at our new location at the Vienna Community Center. Saturday, in-person classes are taught by native Italian speakers.
Adults can meet other community members interested in Italian, build real-world language skills (like how to order at a restaurant, purchase tickets at a station, or ask for directions), and learn more about Italy’s culture, art, and history while also acquiring the grammatical skills and vocabulary needed to advance in the language. Kids will learn through age-appropriate games, crafts, songs, and more. Our Virginia Chapter courses start at age 2 and go all the way up the 8th grade.
Two men accused of striking and killing pedestrians while driving under the influence pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter last month.
Carlos Nunez Morales and Michael Rambudhan, both residents of Woodbridge, are set to be sentenced in August for their roles in the pair of 2024 crashes. According to statute, each man faces a maximum of 10 years in prison for the manslaughter charge alone.
Join us on September 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Daylight Time) at 12000 Government Center Pkwy for Pender’s First Annual Angel Fund 5K!
This fun community event supports the Angel Fund at Pender Veterinary Centre, which helps pet owners in Northern Virginia cover unexpected veterinary costs when finances are tight. For over 50 years, Pender Veterinary Centre has been proud to care for pets and their families, and this 5K is all about bringing everyone together to celebrate that bond.
Drought Watch Still in Place — Despite a wetter-than-usual May, the D.C. region still hasn’t gotten enough rain to lift a drought watch that has been in place since last July, the executive director of the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin says. That could change, as NOAA is forecasting “above average rainfall between now and the end of August.” [WTOP]
Office Space for Subleasing Declines — “The sublease supply for Northern Virginia’s top office hubs is shrinking as the market has begun to stabilize after the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a May 22 report from Avison Young.” After peaking at over 4.2 million square feet in the second quarter of 2023, available space in the Rosslyn-Ballston, Tysons and Reston-Herndon submarkets dipped to 2.75 million square feet in Q2 2025. [Virginia Business]
Food Bank Predicts Plunge in Supply — “Thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food for Others was able to assist 64,000 people in Fairfax County experiencing food insecurity last year, distributing 3.8 million pounds of food.” Deb Haynes, executive director of the Merrifield-based nonprofit, says federal funding cuts will lead to at least “a 50 percent reduction in the food that we’re receiving to distribute to the community.” [Patch]
Skepticism of Trash Service Consolidation — “Some of the concerns raised at the town hall dealt with the prospect of small trash haulers being forced out of business, whether homeowner associations could be excluded, and residents’ lack of choice in deciding what services they want.” [Annandale Today]
Tysons Mall Stakeholder Looking to Sell — “The Alaska Permanent Fund is looking for buyers for some of its retail and office properties to reinvest the raised cash into multifamily and industrial assets.” Chief Investment Officer Allen Waldrop said at a May 28-29 board meeting that the fund is looking “to offload some or all of its 50% stake in two properties,” including Tysons Corner Center. [Bisnow]
Federal Cuts Could Affect Housing Programs — “A series of White House budget requests sent to Congress in May proposes deep cuts for housing programs that Virginia has long relied on to help struggling renters, first-time homebuyers, and those who are unhoused and in need of shelter. Federal housing funds also support organizations that fight housing discrimination.” [Virginia Mercury]
Firefighters Reunite With Saved Pedestrian — Firefighters from Burke and Fairfax City responded on Feb. 26 to a vehicle crash that left a 4-year-old girl with critical injuries. “We’re thrilled to share that Charlotte has made a full recovery, and even better, she stopped by the firehouse over the weekend to visit the crews who helped save her life.” [IAFF Fairfax County/Facebook]
School Counts Down to Soccer World Cup — “News4 and Telemundo44 are celebrating the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a friendly match between two elementary schools in Springfield, Virginia. T44’s Joseph Martinez was at Key Middle School Wednesday for the fun.” [NBC4]
It’s Thursday — Expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high near 86 and south winds between 6 to 8 mph. Thursday night will also be mostly cloudy with a low around 65 and south winds ranging from 3 to 7 mph. [NWS]
The Arlington Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Hearing Announcement
The Arlington Housing Choice Voucher Program
5-Year PHA Plan for 2025-2029 and 2025 Annual PHA Plan
Now available for review and public comment!
These plans are available for public review on our website at www.arlingtonva.us/AHCVP-plans and available for distribution at the Arlington County Department of Human Services (DHS) main office located at 2100 Washington Blvd. 3rd floor Arlington, VA 22204 Monday -Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m EDT.
A public hearing regarding these plans is scheduled for Friday, July 25, 2025, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at DHS located at 2100 Washington Blvd. lower-level auditorium Arlington, VA 22204. The public may also submit written comments prior to the public hearing by emailing hcv@arlingtonva.us with the subject line, “Public comment AHCVP Plans”.
If you or anyone in your family requires language interpretation services and/or is a person with disabilities and require a specific accommodation to fully utilize our programs and services, please contact the AHCVP office at 703-228-1450/TTY: 703-228-2737.
Good Wednesday 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 — Jun 4, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Thursday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Expect a mostly cloudy day with a high temperature close to 86 degrees, accompanied by a south wind blowing at 6 to 8 mph. The night’s forecast also remains mostly cloudy as temperatures drop to around 65 degrees, and the south wind reduces to a speed of 3 to 7 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.
Thanks for reading! Feel free to discuss the day’s happenings in the comments.
A man has been charged with attempted abduction after police say he tried to lure a child who was waiting for a school bus.
Hugo Perez Soliz, 45, allegedly drove up to the child near Wadsworth Court and Little River Turnpike in yesterday (Tuesday) morning and “attempted to persuade the child” to get into his black Subaru sedan, the Fairfax County Police Department says.
Summer is heating up in Tysons with a variety of free programs throughout the season.
A new “Latin Dance Experience” series will kick off at Boro Park (8350 Broad Street) this Sunday (June 8).
