Dulles International Airport still uses mobile lounges, or people movers, to transport passengers (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Some existing mobile lounges at Dulles International Airport have been operating since John F. Kennedy was president in the mid-20th century, and with proper care, airport officials hope to keep them in service until almost the middle of the 21st century.
The iconic transportation equipment is a critical part of airport operations and “will remain essential for the next 15 to 20 years,” Thomas Beatty, chief operations officer for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), told the agency’s board of directors last Wednesday (Sept. 17).
People walking on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail at Cedar Lane in Dunn Loring at sunset (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Fairfax Supervisors Slam Road Project Delays — “Several Fairfax County leaders are speaking out about delays in finishing road safety projects that have already been funded.” [WTOP]
It’s Monday — Expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching around 80 degrees and a calm wind turning south at 6 mph in the afternoon. The night will be mostly cloudy with lows near 64 degrees and a south wind at around 6 mph. [NWS]
Northern Virginia’s Top Federal Prosecutor Resigns Amid Pressure from White House — “A federal prosecutor in Virginia whose monthslong mortgage fraud investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James has not resulted in criminal charges resigned Friday under pressure from the Trump administration.” [AP]
BlackNerd Coffee Closing in Vienna — “September 30 is the last day to visit this Vienna storefront. It was known for making coffee that tasted great without any added cream or sugar. Customers can shop online to get 20 percent off merchandise.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Trump Delivers Remarks at Mount Vernon — “President Trump delivered remarks at the American Cornerstone Institute Founder’s Dinner in Mount Vernon, Virginia, on Saturday night.” [Fox]
Hallmark-Like Towns Near Nothern Virginia for a Fall Getaway — “Make the most of the autumn season with these three easy weekend escape options.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Bonchon is among new restaurant offerings coming to Dulles Airport (via MWAA)
With its opening just a year away, the first concessionaires have been announced for Dulles International Airport’s Concourse E.
The new food, beverage and retail stores “focus on brands that represent the regional D.C. experience,” said officials with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA).
A Metro train passing the Point of Reston apartments (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
Fairfax County Elementary Schoolers Now Have Mandatory Homework — “Fairfax County Public Schools has updated its homework guidelines for elementary schoolers, a shift away from the optional homework policy that some parents said had become the norm.” [WTOP]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny conditions and a high of 87 degrees accompanied by a light northwest wind at around 5 mph. Moving into Friday night, skies will turn partly cloudy with a low of 64 degrees. A calm wind will shift to the northeast at 5 to 7 mph after midnight. [NWS]
Fairfax County Schools Launch New Criminal Background Monitoring System for Employees — “Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is implementing a new criminal background check monitoring system, the first school district in Virginia to do so.” [ABC7]
Shake Shack Opens Kamp Washington Location — “Shake Shack officially opened its doors in Kamp Washington with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, charitable donation and tote bag giveaway.” [Patch]
Fast-Casual Fish Restaurant Set To Open First Of 3 DMV Locations — “West Coast restaurant chain specializing in responsibly sourced seafood is poised to open the first of three DMV locations.” [Patch]
The 11 Best Things to Do in Northern Virginia and DC this Weekend — “Check out these concerts, beer festivals, family-friendly events, stage productions, and more the weekend of September 19 to 21.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Proposed route of I-495 Southside Express Lanes project (via VDOT)
Fairfax supervisors on Tuesday (Sept. 16) informally confirmed their support of the Interstate 495 Southside Express Lanes project as it moves toward a make-or-break regional vote next month.
Despite concerns about specifics of the 11-mile-long toll-lanes proposal across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, even the most skeptical supervisors said they supported keeping the project moving through the review process.
A man walks a dog along South Lakes Drive in Reston with snow on the ground (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)
With winter creeping closer, the Town of Herndon is looking ahead to snow removal this season and, hopefully, some improvements for trail users in future years.
Tammy Chastain, acting director of public works, walked the Town Council through what’s planned for dealing with snow this season.
