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 — Oct 27, 2023.
River-Sea Chocolate Factory is moving its chocolate production facility to Reston, though its retail store and hot chocolate cafe will remain in Chantilly at 4520 Daly Drive, Suite 100.
While the company isn’t ready to share the exact address yet, co-founder Krissee D’Aguiar tells FFXnow they are in the process of working with architects and engineering experts to plan the build-out for the Reston location, which is expected to start operations next year.
Up to Two Months Free on Select Apartments!*
Finding a modern, budget-friendly apartment in the heart of Tysons Corner just got easier. Indigo at McLean Station is open and welcoming residents to a vibrant, connected lifestyle. Located just .3 miles from the McLean Metro Station, this brand-new affordable housing community merges transit-oriented convenience with exceptional apartment finishes and upscale amenities.
Discover Phase I & Phase II Floor Plans
Whether you are looking to move immediately or planning for the fall, Indigo has an option for you:
- Phase I (Immediate Move-Ins): Limited studio and one-bedroom floor plans are remaining. All remaining Phase I apartments are reserved for households at the 60% Area Median Income (AMI) level.
- Phase II (November 2026 Move-Ins): Pre-leasing is now underway for studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Phase II homes accommodate AMI tiers ranging from 50% to 70%.
Ready to find your perfect layout? Visit the Floor Plan Page of our Website to browse current availability and download detailed information on maximum allowable household income guidelines.
Join Us for an Open House Event
Come experience the community firsthand! We are hosting an Open House, and you are invited to tour our brand-new spaces.
- Date & Time: Saturday, August 22nd from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Location: 1750 Old Meadow Rd, McLean, VA 22102
- What to Expect: Full tours of Phase I apartments and community amenities, light refreshments, and an exciting raffle.
- Exclusive Event Special: Anyone who submits an application during the Open House will receive 1/2 month’s rent free*! This can be combined with any of our active leasing specials.
Can’t make it to the event or want to lock in your spot sooner? Schedule a Tour Today to see the property on your own schedule.
Modern Finishes, Flexible Living, and Ultimate Pet-Friendliness
Indigo at McLean Station is designed to elevate your daily routine. Inside your apartment, you will find contemporary finishes, open layouts, and energy-efficient appliances.
We also believe peace of mind extends to your finances and your furry family members:
- Flexible Rent Payments: We partner with the Flex Platform, giving residents the ability to pay rent on a prescribed, flexible monthly schedule that matches their cash flow.
- True Pet-Friendly Living: Indigo has no breed restrictions. We feature an on-site Pet Spa to keep your pets looking their best, alongside a beautiful Walking Trail right outside your door.
A Connected, Tech-Driven Community Lifestyle
Life at Indigo is built around connection. Through our exclusive resident app, Cobu, neighbors easily plug into a thriving community lifestyle. The Cobu app serves as your digital neighborhood hub, allowing you to:
- View the full resident events schedule.
- Access exclusive local deals and offers.
- Buy and sell items securely in the neighborhood marketplace.
- Join interest groups and chat with neighbors.
- Create and host your own resident-sponsored events.
Curious about what it is actually like to live here? Chat With One of Our Residents to get an authentic perspective on the Indigo lifestyle.
Start Your Journey Today
We are currently offering incredible introductory leasing incentives, including Up to Two Months Free on Select Apartments!*
Take a look around right now by exploring our Virtual Tour Playlist to view detailed video walkthroughs of our Phase I apartments and amenities. For more details, Visit Our Website for full availability, pricing, and active specials. Have questions about income qualifications? Contact Us Online or call our leasing team directly at (571) 786-5546.
*Specials apply to new applicants only, on select apartments, are subject to change and may have additional conditions
McLean got a step closer this week to realizing its wish for a new, improved and more inclusive playground at McLean Central Park (1468 Dolley Madison Blvd).
The Fairfax County Park Authority Board approved a $20,000 Mastenbrook Grant Wednesday (Oct. 25) to help fund the project, which has significantly expanded in scope thanks to the advocacy and fundraising efforts of local parents.
Annandale’s Eastgate Shopping Center is closer to getting an apartment building.
During a meeting on Tuesday (Oct. 24), the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a plan from developer Eastgate JV LLC to allow residential development on the 11.8-acre property at the corner of Little River Turnpike and John Marr Drive.
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.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan for single-family homes near a historic area of Lake Fairfax Park at a Tuesday meeting.
The plan by developer SEM Fairfax Land Associates calls for eight single-family homes at the site of J.R.’s Custom Catering’s former Fairfax Hunt Club along Lake Fairfax Drive in Reston. The property features a historic log house that will be preserved as part of the redevelopment and an unmaintained and unnamed cemetery.
Another Fairfax County office building will soon morph into a live/work development, where units are designed to serve as a home, a workplace or both.
A proposed repurposing of the 10-story office building at 2000 Corporate Ridge in Tysons got approved Tuesday (Oct. 24) by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors after a straightforward public hearing where the only community member who signed up to speak couldn’t be reached.
A Lorton man was arrested earlier this week for shaking a dog, threatening its owner with a knife and driving wildly down Richmond Highway with police in pursuit.
According to the Fairfax County Police Department, Franconia District officers were called to the 9600 block of Eaton Woods Place in Lorton at 4:03 p.m. on Tuesday (Oct. 24) by a man who said he’d been threatened while walking his dog.
Halloween Events Galore This Weekend — “Whether you’re looking to be scared silly or for some Halloween events for kids to just have some good old-fashioned family fun this year, check out the activities below to find the perfect Halloween activities. And beware, you never know what could turn up on these hallowed grounds at these Halloween events.” [Visit Fairfax]
Escaped Inmate Arrested at Springfield Hotel — “Naseem Roulack, 21, was arrested at approximately 9 a.m. at a hotel in the 6700 block of Commerce Street…Roulack was serving a 13-year sentence for charges of aggravated malicious wounding, grand larceny and hit-and-run when he escaped custody, but is also facing kidnapping, armed robbery, armed carjacking, first-degree assault and vehicle theft charges for a Sept. 1 incident in Gaithersburg, Maryland.” [U.S. Marshals Service]
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 — Oct 26, 2023.