The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors directed County Executive Bryan Hill last Tuesday (Feb. 3) to consider ways a number of “placemaking” organizations — including Visit Fairfax, Volunteer Fairfax and the Tysons Community Alliance — could be consolidated or restructured to reduce costs and be more operationally strategic.
“While each provides value, fragmentation and duplicative services dilute impact and reduce efficiency,” board members said in the directive to Hill.
The coming weekend will bring Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and, for Kingstowne residents, the closure of their longtime community library.
Fortunately, patrons won’t have to wait too long for a new place to check out books: after the existing Kingstowne Library closes this Sunday (Feb. 15), a regional branch that has been under construction since 2023 will open at 7130 Silver Lake Blvd early this spring.
At Kokua, we believe that every stage of life holds possibilities for creativity, purpose, and growth. Located in the heart of Tysons, Virginia, Kokua offers a fresh, hospitality-driven approach to care developed by Mather, a nationally recognized pioneer in the senior living space with more than eight decades of experience. Newly opened in 2025, Kokua blends care with our research-driven approach to deliver personalized wellness tailored to individual needs.
For a limited time, Kokua is welcoming new residents seeking assisted living or memory support in the DC area with exclusive move-in incentives. Nestled in a lively urban neighborhood, our LEED-Gold certified community incorporates biophilic design that brings the outside in to enhance health and wellbeing.
In our assisted living and memory support neighborhoods, residents enjoy a collection of thoughtfully designed spaces that feel like an upscale hospitality destination.
Multiple restaurants offer chef-prepared cuisine with flexible, open-hours service, complemented by demonstration kitchens, art and music studios, as well as gathering spaces. A spacious outdoor terrace, Marzenia Salon, and beautifully appointed amenity areas create opportunities for wellness, connection, and everyday enjoyment.
Residents enjoy opportunities to choose from enriching programs, meaningful social opportunities with experiences such as sensory walks, meditation, acupuncture, Reiki, songwriting workshops, poetry readings, Sensory Symphony Swim, and more.
Ādar means “respect”, and Kokua delivers. Here, our team encourages residents to be as independent as possible, for as long as possible. Each one-bedroom apartment home (ranging in size up to nearly 900 square feet) offers generous space and thoughtful design, complemented by assistance with daily living tasks and emergency response systems for peace of mind.
Miran means “peaceful”—another pillar in the Kokua way of life. Private suites are designed for those with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or similar cognitive conditions. Our person-centered approach embraces individual strengths and needs, with an interdisciplinary team and through social events, wellness programs, creative arts, and more.
Kokua offers the next generation of care in Ādar and Miran, true to our commitment to highly personalized service rooted in respect for each individual.
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Though it hasn’t served a drink since Lyndon B. Johnson was in the White House, the historic Dranesville Tavern appears to have retained its appeal as a lodging destination.
Where other sites in its Resident Curator Program might attract a single offer, the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) received three proposals from community members looking to restore the 19th-century property in Herndon in exchange for a rent-free stay.
This year’s Very Godly VBS, inspired by The Titan’s Curse, invites children into the world of Camp Half-Blood to explore faith, courage, belonging, and community through storytelling, music, crafts, games, science, and reflection in a fun and welcoming environment for all.
Location: The Falls Church
A potential statewide special election on mid-decade redistricting could put further stress on Fairfax County’s elections office, which has already been stretched thin over the past six months.
For now, however, the county’s election officials say the situation remains under control.
*Mamistad Groups meet IN PERSON-only the introductory Zoom call is virtual. 🙂
Pregnancy and new mom groups are a lifesaver when it comes to normalizing those feelings we just can’t be prepared for.
Tysons Corner Center is continuing to expand its entertainment options with an unveiling of The Escape Game.
Making its Virginia debut, the escape room company opened a 4,470-square-foot venue on Saturday (Feb. 7) on the mall’s first floor between Barnes & Noble and the recently relocated American Girl.
Fairfax Schools Open on Time — “This weekend our weather team traveled around the county to see first hand the progress of ongoing efforts to clear snow and ice from sidewalks and bus stops. We are pleased to report that these efforts have done enough for us to return to our regular school day. With that in mind, all FCPS schools and offices will open on time for Monday, February 9, 2026.” [Fairfax County Public Schools]
Students Report Man Following Them — “City of Fairfax Police are actively investigating a suspicious incident involving a group of children who reported on Thursday [Feb. 5] seeing a man following them as they walked home from school, first in Van Dyck Park and later in their neighborhood. The children described the man as wearing black winter gear.” [City of Fairfax Police]
Man Killed in Four-Vehicle Crash Identified — Fairfax County police are continuing to investigate a four-vehicle crash on Braddock Road that killed one driver who is believed to have crashed into a police cruiser, setting off a chain reaction of rear-end crashes at a red light. The initial driver — Dariush Bakhtiani, 57, of Centreville — was transported to a hospital, where he died. [FCPD]
Measles Exposure at National Airport — “A pre-school age child with measles traveled through Reagan National Airport and on a Yellow Line Metro train last week.” The child, a resident of another state, traveled through the airport on Jan. 26, according to the Virginia Department of Health, which says the state has now reported six cases of measles this year. [ARLnow]
Transit-Oriented Housing Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk — “Bills that could allow by-right zoning for apartment buildings, townhomes and mixed-use developments in certain commercial corridors cleared the Senate Thursday, one of several proposals to boost housing supply working through the Virginia legislature.” [Virginia Mercury]
Human Services Building Closed After Flooding — “Due to the flooding issue this morning, Friday, Feb. 6, the Pennino building will be closed a minimum of one week and potentially longer. If you have a scheduled appointment at this location, please contact the agency you were visiting to reschedule.” The flooding was caused by a “water line break” in the building, which houses the county’s family, neighborhood and human services agencies. [Fairfax County Emergency Information]
Centreville Burglary Under Investigation — “On January 24, at 11:25 a.m., officers responded to the 13900 block of Big Yankee Lane … for a burglary report. The victim was alerted by a neighbor that their home was burglarized. Officers reviewed surveillance footage and observed two men forcibly enter the residence through the back door around 8:46 p.m. on January 23.” Police are offering a $5,000 reward for information that results in an arrest of the suspects, who appear to have stolen two guns. [FCPD]
Tysons Company Loses Big on Bitcoin — “Strategy Inc. reported its largest loss ever in the fourth quarter — a whopping $12.4 billion — as the Tysons company took a massive write-down on the value of its bitcoin holdings.” Though the loss “essentially wiped out” its profits from 2025, the company “formerly known as MicroStrategy continues to load up on the cryptocurrency, acquiring more than 41,000 bitcoins in January alone.” [Washington Business Journal]
Indian Restaurant Eyes Tysons Location — The Texas restaurant Dum ‘N Grill is planning to expand around the country, including with locations in Loudoun and Fairfax counties. “Over in Fairfax County, Dum N Grill is working on a location at the Tysons Corner Center shopping mall.” [The Burn]
New Legal Notice — Establishment seeks ABC Marketplace Wine and Beer On-Premises license. [Public Notices]
It’s Monday — Expect sunshine and a high temperature around 33 degrees, with northwest winds of 3 to 6 mph. The night will bring mostly cloudy skies and a low temperature near 22, accompanied by calm winds. [NWS]
By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer
MILAN (AP) — It seemed only fitting that Ilia Malinin was the first one to get his Olympic gold medal after the U.S. successfully defended its team title by holding off the Japanese on Sunday night in the three-day competition at the Milan Cortina Games.
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 — Feb 6, 2026.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday throughout the county, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Expect sunny skies with a high temperature of 18 degrees, but wind chill factors may drop as low as -9. Be prepared for strong northwest winds between 25 and 29 mph, and gusts reaching 60 mph. For Saturday night, the sky will remain mostly clear, with temperatures falling to a low of around 9 degrees and wind chill values as low as -8. Blustery conditions will persist with northwest winds between 16 and 23 mph, and gusts up to 41 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
We hope you have a great weekend! Feel free to discuss the most-read stories of the week, the upcoming weekend events or anything else of local interest in the comments. 👋
A 2,300-mile trek by Buddhist monks advocating for unity and compassion will soon enter Fairfax County.
The Walk for Peace is currently scheduled to arrive in Lorton at Richmond Highway and Furnace Road on Sunday (Feb. 8) around 8 a.m., according to the Fairfax County Police Department, which will provide an escort for the pilgrimage while it’s in the county’s borders.
