A coalition of environmental advocacy organizations is asking Fairfax County officials for more information about the proposed sale of 42 acres in Chantilly to a data center developer.
County supervisors have set a March 17 public hearing to consider selling a portion of the county-owned parcel at 3721 Stonecroft Blvd where the Fairfax County Police Department has several training facilities.
Update — CVS announced on Thursday, March 12 that it has decided not to close its store at Reston Station in April after all after reevaluating its upcoming plans.
Earlier: Commuters entering and exiting the Wiehle Metro station in Reston will soon no longer be greeted by CVS Pharmacy.
Vigil Held for Stabbing Victims — “About a hundred people paid their respects at a vigil for the two women who were stabbed to death at their Fairfax home on Feb. 23.” The vigil for Binda and Mamta Thapa was held Friday (March 6) at the Margate Manor Apartments and “organized by Prabha Bhattarai, founder and president of the PKP Tender Hearts Foundation, an organization that supports the Nepalese community.” [Annandale Today]
McKay Doesn’t Plan to Order Casino Referendum — “If Virginia passes a bill to pave the way for a casino in Fairfax County, the chairman of the county board says he won’t put the issue before voters … The bill has not yet made it to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk as lawmakers in both chambers still need to address the differences in the versions of the bill that was passed.” McKay says he won’t support a referendum on a casino based on the bill “in its current form.” [WTOP]
Bill on Sexual Abuse Cases Heads to Governor — “In Virginia, the civil statute of limitations on child sexual abuse cases runs out 20 years after a survivor is no longer a minor. But what if crucial evidence doesn’t come out until after that? House Bill 1020 gives survivors another chance to have their day in court” by restarting the 20-year statute of limitations if new evidence is uncovered. [WRIC]
Murder Charge Dropped in Stabbing Case — “The family of a man stabbed to death near a bus stop in Groveton last year said they’re disappointed and angry that prosecutors decided not to pursue the second-degree murder case against the suspect … The Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office chose to drop the murder charge against Reed, citing a lack of evidence to support a prosecution.” [WUSA9]
Lawsuit Challenges Reproductive Rights Amendment — “At the core of a new Bedford County-based lawsuit challenging Virginia’s pending reproductive rights amendment is an allegation that House of Delegates Clerk Paul Nardo failed to send copies of the amendment to circuit court clerks around the state, as required by law. However, a bill Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed last month retroactively removed that part of state code.” [Virginia Mercury]
Belle Haven Fire Started in Bedroom — “On Wednesday, March 4, at 4:13 a.m., the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department responded to reports of a house fire in the 2600 block of East Side Drive … Fire investigators determined the fire originated within the wall of a second-floor bedroom as the result of an electrical event.” No injuries were reported, but the fire caused an estimated $20,129 in property damages. [FCFRD]
Temporary Music Venue Planned in Annandale — “Johnny P, a local entrepreneur, has big plans for the two vacant buildings on Columbia Pike that were damaged in a fire in 2023. He hopes to use the building that formerly housed the Thai Sushi Eats restaurant as a temporary live music venue called ‘Music Flavor’ – until the building is torn down and the property is redeveloped.” [Annandale Today]
Blood Drive Today in Chantilly — “Inova is experiencing a critical blood shortage. Join us for the Sully District Blood Drive on Monday, March 9. Help make sure that life-saving blood products are available.” As of last night (Sunday), four time slots remained available for the blood drive, which will take place at the Sully Government Center from 2-6 p.m. [Fairfax County Government/X]
New Legal Notice — Applicant seeks license to manufacture and sell alcohol on/off-premises. [Public Notices]
It’s Monday — Expect sunny skies and a high temperature near 72 degrees, accompanied by a calm wind shifting to the south at around 5 mph in the afternoon. As night falls on Monday, the sky will remain mostly clear, with the temperature dropping to a low around 48 degrees and the wind remaining calm. [NWS]
An extensive “comic and pop culture experience” is coming to Lorton’s Workhouse Arts Center (9518 Workhouse Way) this weekend.
Comicworx, a convention-style event featuring celebrity guests, vendors and more, will take place at the campus tomorrow (Saturday) — the first such event in the history of the venue.
Fairfax County is continuing its recent push to trim costs, pursuing budget cuts that are less drastic than the ones proposed last year but could still result in some notable programming changes.
Released on Feb. 17, County Executive Bryan Hill’s advertised fiscal year 2027 budget plan would reduce spending by $32.9 million and eliminate 107 positions, bringing the total amount of cuts since FY 2024 up to $124.5 million.
With spring right around the corner, Fairfax County residents might be thinking about giving their house or business a thorough cleaning. For those without the time or inclination to undertake such a challenge themselves, professionals are available to get your home looking organized and spotless.
Here are the nominees for “Best Cleaning Service in Fairfax” as part of our FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite business below? If not, write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 8:30 a.m. Friday, March 20.
Voting for the Best Home Renovation Firm in Fairfax County is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday, March 13 at 8:30 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Bicycle Shop around Fairfax. The results are now official:
To students, the one to two months left until prom may seem like a lifetime away, but for anyone looking to get a head start on picking out their outfit, Reston Community Center (RCC) is once again here to help.
RCC’s annual Diva Central shopping event will return to its Lake Anne facility (1609-A Washington Plaza North) for a 24th year on March 14.
Though DC Water has lifted its advisory warning against recreational activities on the Potomac River, Virginia health officials are remaining cautious after millions of gallons of raw sewage spilled into the water earlier this year.
The Virginia Department of Health announced yesterday (Thursday) that it has lifted a recreational water advisory for the river from Chain Bridge (Glebe Road) in Arlington to the Governor Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge in King George County, but it remains in place for a 4.7-mile stretch upstream from Chain Bridge to the American Legion Bridge (I-495) in Fairfax County.
Cherry Blossoms Peak Bloom Predicted — “The cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin are predicted to reach peak bloom from March 29 to April 1, 2026, the National Park Service announced at a National Cherry Blossom Festival press conference on Thursday.” The festival is scheduled to begin on March 20 and continue through April 12 with events across the D.C. region. [Washingtonian]
FCPS Considers Policy to Punish Deepfakes — “A disturbing trend in which some students are using AI to make fake nude images of their classmates is leading Fairfax County School Board members to consider changing the school system’s discipline policy.” Under the proposed policy, students who create the fake images could face a suspension of up to five days with referrals to the superintendent and law enforcement. [NBC4]
Fairfax Station Road Changes Still Pending — More than three years after two teens were killed in a crash on Lee Chapel Road, their families are still waiting to see improvements. Construction on a project to eliminate two hills between Fairfax County Parkway and Ox Road is expected to begin in 2027, and “officials are also working with the Virginia Department of Transportation to install a roadside memorial along the stretch of road.” [WUSA9]
Bill Would Protect Public Education for Immigrants — “Virginia lawmakers are on track to codify a 1982 U.S. Supreme Court decision that protects a child’s right to an education regardless of their immigration or citizenship status. The move comes amid ramped up immigration enforcement, federal policy changes and related legal challenges.” [Virginia Mercury]
Senate Rejects By-Right Housing Bill — “A bill seeking to permit by-right multifamily development in commercial zones was defeated in the Virginia Senate [on Wednesday, March 4] despite limitations proposed by Arlington’s state Sen. Barbara Favola (D-40). The Senate voted 17-22 on HB 816 by Del. Dan Helmer (D-10),” while the House of Delegates sent a companion bill to a committee. [ARLnow]
Va. Could Ease Restaurant Liquor Sales Rule — “Gov. Abigail Spanberger may soon put her pen to one of the most notable changes to Virginia’s liquor license laws in more than three decades. The House of Delegates and Senate both passed legislation last month that would reduce the ratio of food-to-alcohol sales for restaurants in the commonwealth from no less than 45% to at least 30%.” [Washington Business Journal]
Mural Takes Shape on Vacant Annandale Building — “The long-vacant building at 7219 Columbia Pike is in the process of being covered with designs in preparation for painting. Fairfax County land records show Annandale Social LLC is renovating the building to establish a restaurant/carryout. An ABC license for beer, wine, and mixed beverages is pending.” [Annandale Today]
Participants Wanted for Reston Cultural Festival — “The Reston Community Center is preparing for the 25th anniversary of its Multicultural Festival, a signature event that draws thousands to Reston each fall. Applications are currently open for performers, artisans, culturally inspired businesses, and community organizations interested in participating in this milestone celebration.” [Patch]
New Legal Notice — Applicant seeks mixed-beverage restaurant license; objections due within 30 days. [Public Notices]
New Legal Notice — Public hearing on advanced academics center, March 19, 6:45 p.m. [Public Notices]
It’s Friday — Showers may occur after 4pm, with foggy conditions clearing up before 11am. Expect a mostly cloudy sky with a high near 54 degrees and an east wind blowing at 5 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation stands at 20%. For Friday night, showers could occur after 7pm, and a low temperature around 45 degrees under a mostly cloudy sky with east winds at 5 to 8 mph and a 30% chance of precipitation. [NWS]
Oracle wants to provide more parking for employees on its Reston campus.
An attorney representing the Texas-based technology corporation sent a letter to Fairfax County’s zoning administrator in January asking if a surface parking lot could be constructed on the office property at 1900 Oracle Way instead of a previously approved parking garage.
