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Morning Notes

Published April 5, 2024 at 8:15AM

Cherry trees line Elden Street in Herndon, seen from under Fairfax County Parkway (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Five Vehicles Crash on Route 123 in Lorton — Non-life-threatening injuries were reported in a five-vehicle crash on Ox Road near Silverbrook Road in Lorton, Fairfax County police reported at 7:18 p.m. yesterday (Thursday). One lane in each direction was open, but police advised drivers to use an alternate route. [FCPD/Twitter]

Case Against Suspect in 1994 Murder Advances — “Prosecutors argue that [Stephan] Smerk fatally slashed Robin Warr Lawrence, 37, in her West Springfield, Va., home in November 1994. On Thursday, Judge Gary H. Moliken in Fairfax General District Court found probable cause that Smerk killed Lawrence and allowed the case to proceed to a grand jury.” [Washington Post]

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FFXnow Daily Debrief for Apr 4, 2024

By FFXnow.com

Published April 4, 2024 at 9:00PM

Good Thursday 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 — Apr 4, 2024.

McLean Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival – DEC 4th-6th

By Sponsor

Published November 9, 2026 at 12:45PM

SAVE THE DATE!
December 4-6, 2026
Experience the magic of the holiday season at this beloved event that has offered truly unique, handcrafted treasures for more than four decades. Find pottery, glass, jewelry, fashion accessories, woodwork, artisanal foods, and more from eighty exceptional regional artisans. Come discover the perfect gifts, treat yourself to lunch at the onsite café, and celebrate the spirit of the season with us! A juried show since 1982.

• FREE parking | 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
• Proceeds support the NVHG Scholarship Program for college art students
• Tote bags will be given to the first 200 attendees each day
• MCC has accessible entrances and restrooms

For additional information please visit:
www.nvhg.org
www.mcleancenter.org

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Most and least expensive homes sold in Fairfax County (March 2024)

By FFXnow.com

Published April 4, 2024 at 4:45PM

Here in Fairfax County, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the most and least expensive single-family homes sold last month (March 2024).

Most expensive single-family homes sold

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Tysons-based Hilton ranked as the best company to work for in the U.S.

By Angela Woolsey

Published April 4, 2024 at 3:30PM

Hilton, which has corporate headquarters in Tysons, has topped Fortune's 2024 100 Best Companies to Work for rankings (courtesy Hilton)

Hilton continues to rake in five-star reviews from employees.

The Tysons-based hotel giant has been named the best company to work for in the U.S. by Fortune Magazine, which released its 27th annual round-up of the top 100 companies today.

Event

Washington Spirit Alum Meet & Greet + The Amazing Race Watch Party

November 18, 2026 8:30 pm -11:00 pm

Event location

Westover Taco

5849 Washington Blvd B

Arlington, Virginia 22205

Add to Calendar

Spend the evening with Washington Spirit alum and former USWNT player Joanna Lohman, a true DMV women’s soccer legend.

This is your chance to meet Joanna in person, hear the stories behind the career, the competition, and The Amazing Race, and experience the kind of sports moment you’ll still be talking about long after the night is over.

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Interim renovations planned for Reston Regional Library ahead of full overhaul

By Fatimah Waseem

Published April 4, 2024 at 2:30PM

Reston Regional Library (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Reston Regional Library is slated for a complete renovation as part of the overall redevelopment of Reston Town Center North.

But after the potential RTC North developer unexpectedly withdrew from the project last year, Fairfax County is now looking at making some interim upgrades to the library at 11925 Bowman Towne Drive. The improvements are expected to extend the building’s lifespan for the next seven to ten years.

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Overturned truck spills jet fuel at Fort Belvoir, prompting environmental review

By Angela Woolsey

Published April 4, 2024 at 1:30PM

Fort Belvoir Fire and Emergency Services and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department respond to a fuel spill at Davison Army Airfield at Fort Belvoir on April 3, 2024 (courtesy of Fort Belvoir Fire Emergency Services)

Clean-up efforts are underway at Fort Belvoir after a truck overturned near its airfield yesterday (Wednesday), spilling thousands of gallons of jet fuel and temporarily closing part of Richmond Highway.

Fort Belvoir Fire and Emergency Services and the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department were dispatched to the Davison Army Airfield (6954 Britten Drive) around 6:30 p.m. in response to an overturned government fuel truck.

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Fairfax City Council endorses first phase of Fair Woods Parkway bicycle enhancements

By James Jarvis

Published April 4, 2024 at 11:45AM

Crosswalks and a shared-use path are proposed on Fair Woods Parkway at Fairfax Blvd (via Fairfax City)

The Fairfax City Council recently approved several bicycle network enhancements along Fair Woods Parkway, its first project since adopting a bicycle master plan in 2021.

The unanimous adoption of the resolution gave city staff the go-ahead to engage engineering consultants to design the bike routes.

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Food trucks, mobility maze to energize upcoming Tysons Placemaking Fest

By Angela Woolsey

Published April 4, 2024 at 11:00AM

A "mobility maze" has been painted in the parking lot behind The PARC at Tysons for the Tysons Community Alliance's upcoming Placemaking Fest (maze and photo courtesy of Tech Painting Co)

The Tysons Community Alliance (TCA) hopes to put the “play” in “play-cemaking” with a mini festival on Saturday (April 6) that will feature food, art and opinions about what might make the urban center tick.

Hosted by Celebrate Fairfax at The PARC at Tysons (8508 Leesburg Pike) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the TCA Placemaking Fest is envisioned as both an example of how to distinguish Tysons and an occasion for community members to share their thoughts on future activities that could cement that identity.

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Mexican grocery store with a restaurant to open soon in Reston

By Fatimah Waseem

Published April 4, 2024 at 10:15AM

The grocery store El Super will replace Fusion Dental at 11503 Sunrise Valley Drive in Reston (via Google Maps)

A grocery store that is a subsidiary of the third-largest retailer in Mexico is set to open soon in Reston.

El Super, a supermarket that also includes a restaurant, will open at 11503 Sunrise Valley Drive in Suite 10, according to Fairfax County permits. The building in the Sunrise Valley Center commercial park was previously a Fusion Dental.