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Amazon is throwing in the towel on Amazon Fresh, announcing today (Tuesday) that it will close all locations in favor of a renewed focus on Whole Foods Market and other concepts.

The last day of operation for Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores is Feb. 1, with the exception of its California locations, which will remain open longer to comply with state requirements, Amazon said.


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Matchbox has fizzled out at Reston Station, leaving behind an empty restaurant and outdoor patio.

The pizza chain permanently closed its doors at 1900 Reston Metro Plaza Drive, Suite 100, at the end of 2025, Greater Reston Living reported, citing posts from residents on the social media site NextDoor.


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Starting tomorrow (Tuesday), Vienna residents will have to travel a bit further to satisfy their Wendy’s cravings.

The fast food chain’s store in the neighborhood, located at 411 Maple Ave East, is closing after wrapping up service at midnight today (Monday), an employee confirmed to FFXnow.


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American Girl will soon be on the move at Tysons Corner Center.

The popular doll retailer is set to close its existing Tysons store on Jan. 4, 2026 ahead of a relocation to what appears to be a smaller storefront on the other side of the mall, according to notices posted on its website and signage in the store.


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One fitness center at Merrifield’s Mosaic District intends to close shortly after the start of the new year.

The LA Fitness gym located at 8190 Strawberry Lane will shutter next month, with its last day scheduled for Jan. 13, according to an email sent to members.


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As of now, a Starbucks store in Fair Lakes is the brand’s lone Fairfax County location on the chopping block.

The last day of business for the cafe, located at 12599 Fair Lakes Circle in East Market, will be tomorrow (Saturday), an employee confirmed to FFXnow.


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A well-liked local Egyptian eatery, an entertainment venue that lets customers compete in game shows, and other new retailers are about to shake up The Boro in Tysons.

Fava Pot will start moving into 1624 Boro Place on Sept. 20 — the day after Tasty Kabob, which has occupied the storefront since 2020, is set to close.


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