Fairfax County’s dermatologists are known for their diagnostic expertise, effective treatment plans and dedication to helping patients with a wide range of skin conditions.
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Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 8:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14.
Voting for the Best Eye Doctors in Fairfax County is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday, Aug. 7 at 8:30 a.m.
Conceptual rendering of interior of new Dulles International Airport facilities (courtesy of MWAA)
Specifics remain vague on how the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) plans to fund the $22.5 billion proposed Dulles International Airport expansion plan announced July 29 at the White House.
Neither MWAA officials nor those representing dominant Dulles carrier United Airlines offered further details when asked by FFXnow on how the expansion plan could impact the existing operating agreement between the authority and airlines using Dulles.
The space at 8190 Strawberry Lane, Suite 1, in the Mosaic District has been vacant since Four Sisters closed in May 2023 (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
It turns out that the replacement for Four Sisters at Mosaic District won’t be a restaurant after all.
Investment and financial advisory service Charles Schwab confirmed to FFXnow plans to open a new branch at 8190 Strawberry Lane, Suite 1 in Merrifield. That’s the former location of Vietnamese restaurant Four Sisters, which closed in May 2023 after 30 years.
Fairfax County police car with lights flashing (file photo)
An Alexandria man is facing multiple charges following a non-fatal shooting in the Groveton area, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.
Rusbel Alberto Argueta, 19, of Alexandria, is charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm within 1000 feet of an elementary school.
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Paddleboarders enjoy calm waters on a mild summer day at Lake Audubon in Reston. (staff photo by Mary Stachyra Lopez)
Missing Swimmer Found Dead in Potomac River — “Crews have found the body of a 25-year-old man who went missing in the Potomac River south of Great Falls earlier this week. He is the third person to die after swimming in that area of the river this summer. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue said its swift water rescue team found the man’s body at 11:30 a.m. Thursday.” [NBC Washington]
Rep. Beyer Opposes Lincolnia Substation Associated with Data Center — “U.S. Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) [Thursday] urged the Fairfax County Planning Commission to deny the permit application filed for Edsall Data Center Substation 2232 at the Plaza 500 site at 6299 Edsall Road in Lincolnia, citing serious concerns about the project’s potential impacts on land use, flooding mitigation, light pollution, noise pollution, and whether this proposal is consistent with Lincolnia’s sustainable growth goals.” [Rep. Don Beyer news release]
Affordable Housing Project to Feature Limited Parking — “The Columbia Crossroads affordable housing project in the works for Bailey’s Crossroads might not have enough parking, members of the Mason District Land Use Committee said at a meeting on July 28. The seven-story apartment building will be located on the site of the Crossroads Interim Park on Columbia Pike between Radley Acura and the Alta Nova market-rate apartments.” [Annandale Today]
N. Va. Republicans Vie to Face Sen. Mark Warner — “A trio of Republicans from Northern Virginia are seeking the GOP nomination to battle Democratic incumbent U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, who’s seeking a fourth term. Warner, 71, has said this will be his last campaign to seek reelection. The candidate who wins the Aug. 4 primary will face a tough challenge against Warner, who has a big campaign war chest and won by double digits in the 2020 election.” [WTOP]
Reston Education Company Sees Leadership Shakeup — “James Rhyu is out as chair and CEO of Reston online education company Stride Inc. after 13 years with the company and five years as its top executive, the company announced Thursday. Robert Knowling, a longtime tech executive and Stride director since 2018, is taking over as CEO effective immediately.” [Washington Business Journal]
Vapes, Other Intoxicants Targeted in AG’s New Enforcement Unit — “Virginia is creating an enforcement unit to oversee the rapidly expanding market for vaping products, hemp-derived intoxicants, THC and kratom, consolidating several regulatory responsibilities within the attorney general’s office … Inspectors assigned to the unit will monitor retailers, conduct compliance checks and coordinate enforcement with the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority and other state agencies. The office will also be able to pursue civil penalties and other legal action against manufacturers, distributors and retailers accused of violating state law.” [Virginia Mercury]
Parking Lot Closure at Fairfax County Government Center Starts Aug. 3 — “The work currently underway to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Fairfax County Government Center is moving along nicely. Phase 2 of the project begins August 3. That portion of the work will result in the partial closure of Parking Lot A through September 25. The project supports Fairfax County’s commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2040 by expanding EV charging infrastructure for both public and county fleet vehicles at the Government Center.” [Fairfax County Public Works]
In-Person Early Voting Continues Through Saturday — “Early voting for the Aug. 4 Primary Election continues at 16 locations across Fairfax County through Saturday, Aug. 1. The Fairfax County Government Center is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All other early voting locations are open weekdays from 1 to 7 p.m. On the final day of early voting, Saturday, Aug. 1, all locations will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.” [Fairfax County Office of Elections]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of 90°F, accompanied by a gentle northwest wind at 3 to 5 mph. On Friday night, the weather will be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to around 70°F and light, variable winds. [NWS]
Expect a sunny day with temperatures reaching a high of 89°F and a gentle northwest wind blowing at 3 to 5 mph. Friday night will bring partly cloudy skies with a low around 69°F and light, variable winds. See more from Weather.gov.
A display for the Reston National Evolution renovation and development project in the Reston National Golf Course clubhouse (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
War Horse Cities, which has owned the 168-acre golf course property at 11875 Sunrise Valley Drive since 2019, formally launched its “RNGC Evolution 18” initiative at an open house on June 19, outlining plans to renovate the golf facilities, while also allowing housing development on a 14-acre portion of land.
A reception celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Capital One Hall Community Arts Partnership (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Since opening in October 2021, Capital One Hall has drawn an array of nationally recognized musical and comedy acts, Broadway shows and even a circus to Tysons, but the performing arts venue has also opened doors for many local community and nonprofit artists.
Thanks to a Community Arts Partnership with ArtsFairfax, Fairfax County’s official arts agency, Capital One Hall (7750 Capital One Tower Road) has hosted 48 local nonprofits so far have collectively drawn more than 61,000 attendees and generated $2.4 million in ticket revenue, officials shared at a July 14 reception celebrating the collaboration’s first five seasons.
Setbacks for an example accessory dwelling unit in a Fairfax City backyard (screenshot via City of Fairfax)
Homeowners in the City of Fairfax who want to allow elderly parents to move in, obtain rental income or perhaps even install a luxury “She Shed” can now add another dwelling on their property with less bureaucratic hassle.
The city council voted 4-2 on Tuesday (July 28) to approve code amendments permitting detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right within city boundaries.
