A six-floor office building in Annandale could grow two stories taller and add about 50 housing units under a new development plan.
Located at 7620 Little River Turnpike, the office building eyed for residential conversion by Alexandria-based Nicholas Development was built in 1971 and is now “largely vacant and out-of-date,” according to rezoning application materials dated May 28. The building is apparently just 8% occupied.
Transportation staff from Maryland crossed the Potomac River last week to gather data in McLean for their long-planned American Legion Bridge replacement project.
According to a notice shared by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) sent a field team last Thursday (May 30) to investigate the drainage along Live Oak Drive.
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Climate Activists Rally Against Data Centers — “Dozens of environmental activists took part in a rally June 2 in Reston to push for more state and local action to pause the out-of-control expansion of data centers…The Fairfax County Planning Commission is scheduled to consider proposed zoning changes on June 5 that would impose some restrictions on data centers, but the activists say they don’t go far enough.” [Annandale Today]
Reston Man Arrested on DUI — “A 24-year-old Reston man was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol [on May 29] in Fairfax City. City of Fairfax Police responded around 2:36 a.m. for the report of a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Fairfax Boulevard and Fair Woods Parkway.” [Patch]
Housing to Open on Former Motel Site Soon — “Pulte Homes expects to have the first of its properties in the Overlook at Fairfax Boulevard development in Fairfax City available for purchase this summer, according to a BusinessWire report. The development is located on the former site of the Breezeway Motel on Fairfax Boulevard.” [Patch]
Afghan Refugee to Graduate from FCPS — “Four years ago, Samiullah Luddin was new to the U.S. His father had escaped the Taliban and brought him and his four siblings to Fairfax County from Afghanistan…Despite the learning challenges that came with a new country, a new school, new technology, and a pandemic, the Annandale student never gave up, and on June 3, he will graduate” from Annandale High School. [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Vienna Replacing Park Merry-Go-Round — “It’s last call for those who over the past 40 years have loved the metal merry-go-around at Meadow Lane Park in Vienna…Town officials are planning a celebration on Tuesday, June 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. to say goodbye to the childhood favorite, in place since the early 1980s.” [Gazette Leader]
Metro Service Changes in Effect — As of Sunday (June 2), Metro has implemented “a minor service adjustment on the Orange Line during the weekend and off-peak on weekdays. On Metrobus, changes will take place on 31 routes starting on June 16, including expanded service on high-demand routes and schedule changes to improve reliability.” [WMATA]
It’s Tuesday — Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 86, but there’s a 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Those will clear up before 8pm, with a slight possibility of showers resuming after 2am. Night will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. [NWS]
Good Monday 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 3, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Tuesday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Expect isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2pm today, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 86°F. Winds will become southeast at 5-7 mph in the morning. Precipitation chance stands at 20%. Tonight, isolated storms may occur before 8pm, and there’s a slight chance again after 2am. Mostly cloudy conditions will prevail, with a low of 66°F and southeast winds at 6-8 mph. Precipitation chance remains at 20%. 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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Local author and Fairfax County Public Library librarian Luis D. Aponte invites parents and community leaders to an empowering discussion inspired by his book “A Safe Place: How to Prevent the Next School Shooting.” Drawing on seven years of research into more than 1,200 U.S. school shooting incidents, he shares practical, nonpartisan, research‑based steps families and schools can use to strengthen safety and emotional well‑being. Discover hopeful, community‑building solutions that help every child feel supported and able to thrive. Attendees receive two free ebooks, with a paperback signing to follow.
Adults. No registration required. Free event. For more information, visit ASafePlaceBook.com.
When students arrive at Oakton High School, they will now encounter a historical marker honoring civil rights activist Lillian Blackwell, whose own children might not have been allowed inside when the school opened in 1967 if not for her advocacy.
Fairfax County officials unveiled the plaque detailing Blackwell’s legacy, including her fight against the segregation of local public schools and movie theaters, at a ceremony on Saturday (June 1) attended by some of her family members and the students who suggested her for the recognition.
A technology company assembled by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s former employer has extended its reach to the Herndon area.
Two Six Technologies held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Wednesday (May 29) to celebrate the opening of its new office at 13865 Sunrise Valley Drive in Coppermine Commons, a three-building campus in the McNair neighborhood just east of Dulles International Airport.
A wellness clinic in Tysons will soon offer massages, acupuncture and other treatments to competitive video game players.
The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (VUIM) announced last month that it has been named the official health and wellness partner of the Ultimate Endgamers League (UEL), an esports league based in Stafford. The private university’s clinic at 1980 Gallows Road will provide care to players once the UEL season starts in August.
One of the D.C. area’s favorite pizza spots is now officially open in Fairfax City.
Located at 10408 Fairfax Blvd in the 50 Point Shopping Center, the New York-style pizza chain Andy’s celebrated the grand opening of its newest Northern Virginia store last Friday (May 31), marking another step in its regional expansion.
The Town of Herndon will hold its first-ever Pride event this Saturday (June 8). The family-friendly festival is free and will feature music, crafts, food, drag performers and more.
The event, called HerndonPRIDE, will be hosted by Arts Herndon, an organization focused on artistic and educational opportunities for artists and performers.
