Major Tree Damage From Storm — “The line of severe storms that crossed the D.C. area late Thursday afternoon produced tree damage all around. Some trees fell on wires, houses and cars — and blocked roads.” Winds of up to 66 mph were reported at Dulles International Airport, and downed trees blocked the entrances to Great Falls Park in both Virginia and Maryland, trapping visitors. [Capital Weather Gang]
Man Shot Near Costco — “Police are investigating after a man was found shot near a Costco store in Fairfax County late Wednesday night. The man was taken to a hospital with injuries not thought to be life-threatening.” Officers responded to a gas station in the 7900 block of Richmond Highway in Hybla Valley for the shooting, though “police say the man was not shot at the gas station, but walked there to get help.” [WUSA9]
LGBTQ Pride Sign Vandalized — “Michelle Nickens, pastor of Washington Plaza Baptist Church in Reston, has a message for the person who damaged the church’s sign with a message celebrating LGBTQ Pride.” A member of the church’s congregation first noticed on Sunday (June 15) that the sign’s plastic covering was broken and the word “pride” removed. [Patch]
McLean Man Sentenced for Fatal Crash — “Timothy Pack, 22, of McLean, Virginia, was sentenced [on Friday, June 13] to 20 years and 60 days in prison after a crash that killed victim Jasmin Ashely Gimon, 25, said the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO).” Prosecutors said Pack was driving over 100 mph when he crashed into Gimon’s vehicle near Federal Plaza Shopping Center on April 27, 2024. [WJLA]
Beauty Store Opens in Mount Vernon — “The new Ulta Beauty store at Mount Vernon Plaza will be soft opening June 20, with plans for a grand opening and ribbon cutting on June 27. According to the company’s website, customers can get 20% off qualifying in-store purchases during grand opening weekend, June 27-29.” [On the MoVe]
Tysons Furniture Store to Vacate Building — Patrick’s Elegant Living has agreed to “move out of its stand-alone store at 1800 International Drive by Oct. 15,” as a legal dispute between the business and property owner Macerich is expected to continue in Fairfax County Circuit Court. FFXnow has removed a previous report saying Patrick’s was evicted, because it was a misinterpretation of General District Court Judge Susan Earman’s June 4 ruling. [Washington Business Journal]
DCA Gets Its Own Lego Model — “A nine-month labor of love by Lego enthusiast Richard Paules, the 120-pound centerpiece — featuring an accurate floor design with domes, arrival/departure levels and even a baggage claim — is set to appear to the public next Monday … He previously constructed a model of Dulles International Airport that has been on display there since early 2024.” [ARLnow]
Vaccinations Encouraged for Kids — “As the 2024-25 school year ends and summer begins, it’s a great time for children to get up to date on their immunizations. Parents and caregivers are urged to make an appointment for their child now with their healthcare provider to avoid the last-minute rush before the 2025-26 school year starts.” [Fairfax County Health Department]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny skies and a high of approximately 86°F, accompanied by a west wind of around 8 mph. As night falls, the sky will turn partly cloudy, with the temperature dropping to around 68°F and a light southwest wind. [NWS]
