The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Fairfax County and several surrounding jurisdictions in Northern Virginia, effective until 12:15 a.m. Monday.
Doppler radar shows thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area, with 0.5 to 2 inches already fallen, according to NWS. Another couple of inches of rain is possible, with flash flooding ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
The Fairfax County Police Department is boosting patrols near the homes of legislators in the wake of the fatal shooting of a Democratic lawmaker in Minnesota.
From the FCPD:
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.
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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.
Good Friday 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 13, 2025.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Showers with a potential thunderstorm are expected after 2pm, reaching a high near 82°F and accompanied by a 3 to 6 mph northeast wind. There’s an 80% chance of precipitation and possible new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch. On Saturday night, showers and potentially a thunderstorm are likely before 2am, followed by a chance of showers. Expect a low around 66°F and a 6 mph east wind, with an 80% chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts ranging from a quarter to half of an inch. See more from Weather.gov.
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
We hope you have a great weekend! Feel free to discuss the most-read stories of the week, the upcoming weekend events or anything else of local interest in the comments. 👋
Fair Oaks Mall is hosting a Taste of FFX event tomorrow (Saturday), featuring a mix of local dining and regional chains.
The event is scheduled to kick off at 11 a.m. and run until 5 p.m.
Event location
Bluemont Park
601 N Manchester St
Arlington, Virginia 22205
Join Comunidad for its Annual 5Dollar5K—a fun, family-friendly race that brings neighbors together in support of local children, teens, and families in Falls Church and Arlington. Run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, and bring the little ones for a special Kids’ Dash! Registration is just $5, and children ages 12 and under participate for free. Comunidad is a community development organization based in the Seven Corners area of Falls Church. We hope you'll join us and together help us build comunidad!
The Town of Herndon is expanding its summer programming this year with a new “Town Square Tuesdays” concert series.
The free, outdoor concerts will kick off next Tuesday, June 17 on Herndon’s Town Square patio (730 Station Street) with Mystic Warriors, a band based in the D.C. area that plays Andean music.
The U.S. Army’s 250th birthday parade isn’t the only procession taking to the streets in the D.C. region tomorrow (Saturday).
The Town of Vienna will host a parade of its own to kick off its fifth annual Liberty Amendments Month celebrations, which shine a light on the 13th, 14th, 15th and 19th amendments to the U.S. Constitution for bringing the country closer to its egalitarian ideals, at least on paper.
From casual breweries and laid-back sports bars to live music spots, Fairfax County has plenty of great venues for a fun night out.
Here are the nominees for “Best Bar and Nightlife Spot in Fairfax” as part of our FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite spot below? If not, write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, June 27.
Voting for the Best Pet-Friendly Restaurant in Fairfax is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Sushi Restaurant in Fairfax. The results are now official:
By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press
A panel of experts called Wednesday for policy and cultural changes to prevent deaths linked to heat and exertion at the nation’s police academies, and insisted that urgent action is needed to save the lives of recruits.
Fairfax County supervisors wrapped up the 2024-2025 Site-Specific Plan Amendment (SSPA) cycle at their meeting on Tuesday (June 10) with a few tweaks to recommendations from the Planning Commission.
Projects that made the cut will now be placed on a county staff work plan for further review and community outreach. Rejected submissions can return in the next cycle, expected to start in about 18 months.
