As anyone who stepped outside this morning knows, the summer’s first heat wave is already taking hold of Fairfax County.
The National Weather Service has issued Extreme Heat Warnings that will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and tomorrow (Monday and Tuesday), prompting Fairfax County to activate cooling centers as part of its emergency heat plan.
The developer behind Tysons West is expanding its ambitions to the east side of Route 7 (Leesburg Pike).
JBG Smith, a Chevy Chase-based company also known for its extensive involvement in Arlington’s National Landing area, has acquired the three office buildings at Tysons Dulles Plaza (1410, 1420 and 1430 Spring Hill Road) for $42.3 million — a significant discount compared to previous sales.
Growth in the proportion of renters to homeowners across Fairfax County is changing the local landscape in a number of ways.
An analysis by Point2Homes released in mid-June places three Fairfax communities among the top 10 in the D.C. region for the percentage of renters compared to overall housing:
County Activates Heat Plan — “Fairfax County has activated its Heat Plan for Monday, June 23” after the National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning that will take effect at 11 a.m. “When Fairfax County’s heat plan is activated, cooling centers around the county will be available during normal operating hours for individuals needing relief from the heat.” [Fairfax County Emergency Information]
FCPD on Alert After Iran Strikes — “Fairfax County police will step up presence at religious institutions and public gathering places in the aftermath of Saturday’s U.S. military strikes against Iran … Police say there are no known threats to Fairfax County at this time.” [Inside NoVA]
Metro Service Changes In Effect — “Starting Sunday, June 22, Metro is enhancing the travel experience with new service improvements — including longer weekend hours, more frequent Red and Silver Line service during peak times, and new split Silver Line service … Metro is also rolling out its new rail maps for 2025 to reflect upcoming changes to the Silver and Yellow lines.” [WMATA]
Tysons Mall Shooter Back in Court — “Noah Settles, known as No Savage, served his three-year sentence but has a 10-year suspended sentence hanging over his head [after violating his probation]. At a court appearance in Fairfax County on Friday, his defense lawyer made an unusual request: He asked the judge to remove the condition that Settles cannot use marijuana.” [NBC4]
Tysons Firm to Invest in AI — “Consulting firm Guidehouse plans to spend $1.5 billion on artificial intelligence over the next three years in a bid to further embed the technology in the company and increase value for clients.” The company’s plans include a new AI center, acquisitions of AI companies, training for its 18,000 employees and expanded partnerships “with other companies to better meet customer needs.” [Washington Business Journal]
Inside DHS Recruiting Event in Chantilly — “Customs and Border Patrol, the Coast Guard, and the Secret Service were all recruiting at the event, but ICE was the main draw. Far more applicants stood in line to submit their resumes for deportation officer than for any other position on offer in the cavernous room.” [n+1]
Learn About RTC North Plan — “Attend this community meeting for an update by Inova and Fairfax County staff on the joint rezoning for Reston Town Center North.” The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. today (Monday) in the North County Governmental Center (1801 Cameron Glen Drive). [Hunter Mill District Supervisor’s Office]
Korean Spa Opens in Vienna — Redwood K-Wellness will celebrate its grand opening at 110 Pleasant Street NW in Vienna with ribbon cutting tomorrow (Tuesday) from 5-7 p.m. Co-owner Micah Hopkins says the spa is “the first place in Virginia to only focus on scalp treatments” with the goal of “improving scalp health, promoting hair growth, reducing stress, supporting healthy skin, detoxification, improved immune functions and more.” [Redwood K-Wellness]
It’s Monday — Expect sunny and hot conditions with temperatures reaching near 100 degrees and heat index values as high as 110. A northwest wind will be blowing at 6 to 8 mph. By Monday night, the sky will be mostly clear and temperatures will drop to around 79 degrees with a light northwest wind. [NWS]
Summer weather is officially on the way, bringing the D.C. region its first heat wave of the season.
Fresh off multiple days of severe storms, Fairfax County is expected to see searing temperatures starting this Sunday (June 22), according to county officials.
A handful of Fairfax restaurants specialize in American barbecue, serving up staples like pulled pork and brisket alongside plenty of comforting sides.
Here are the nominees for “Best Barbecue Restaurant in Fairfax” as part of our FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite restaurant below? If not, write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, July 4.
Voting for the Best Bar and Nightlife Spot in Fairfax is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Pet-Friendly Restaurant in Fairfax. The results are now official:
Thousands of people in Fairfax County are still without electricity after a quick but powerful storm swept through the D.C. area yesterday (Thursday).
While some major outages were addressed last night, Dominion Energy still has 163 projects affecting 10,356 customers in Fairfax County to address, as of 10:40 a.m., according to its outage map.
Candidates seeking to fill out the remainder of Rep. Gerry Connolly‘s term in Congress will speak directly to voters next week.
With a special election set for Sept. 9, both Democrats and Republicans have scheduled candidate forums to give voters insight into their potential nominees, who will be determined on Saturday, June 28.
Taylor and Joe left their West Virginia home around 7:30 and made the over two-hour trip into Virginia for the chance to be among the first shoppers to enter the newly reopened Barnes & Noble at Tysons Corner Center.
While stores come and go at the mall, the temporary closure of Barnes & Noble at the mall last May left a hole for Taylor, Joe, and dozens of other patrons who lined up at the grand reopening Wednesday (June 18) morning.
Major Tree Damage From Storm — “The line of severe storms that crossed the D.C. area late Thursday afternoon produced tree damage all around. Some trees fell on wires, houses and cars — and blocked roads.” Winds of up to 66 mph were reported at Dulles International Airport, and downed trees blocked the entrances to Great Falls Park in both Virginia and Maryland, trapping visitors. [Capital Weather Gang]
Man Shot Near Costco — “Police are investigating after a man was found shot near a Costco store in Fairfax County late Wednesday night. The man was taken to a hospital with injuries not thought to be life-threatening.” Officers responded to a gas station in the 7900 block of Richmond Highway in Hybla Valley for the shooting, though “police say the man was not shot at the gas station, but walked there to get help.” [WUSA9]
LGBTQ Pride Sign Vandalized — “Michelle Nickens, pastor of Washington Plaza Baptist Church in Reston, has a message for the person who damaged the church’s sign with a message celebrating LGBTQ Pride.” A member of the church’s congregation first noticed on Sunday (June 15) that the sign’s plastic covering was broken and the word “pride” removed. [Patch]
McLean Man Sentenced for Fatal Crash — “Timothy Pack, 22, of McLean, Virginia, was sentenced [on Friday, June 13] to 20 years and 60 days in prison after a crash that killed victim Jasmin Ashely Gimon, 25, said the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO).” Prosecutors said Pack was driving over 100 mph when he crashed into Gimon’s vehicle near Federal Plaza Shopping Center on April 27, 2024. [WJLA]
Beauty Store Opens in Mount Vernon — “The new Ulta Beauty store at Mount Vernon Plaza will be soft opening June 20, with plans for a grand opening and ribbon cutting on June 27. According to the company’s website, customers can get 20% off qualifying in-store purchases during grand opening weekend, June 27-29.” [On the MoVe]
Tysons Furniture Store to Vacate Building — Patrick’s Elegant Living has agreed to “move out of its stand-alone store at 1800 International Drive by Oct. 15,” as a legal dispute between the business and property owner Macerich is expected to continue in Fairfax County Circuit Court. FFXnow has removed a previous report saying Patrick’s was evicted, because it was a misinterpretation of General District Court Judge Susan Earman’s June 4 ruling. [Washington Business Journal]
DCA Gets Its Own Lego Model — “A nine-month labor of love by Lego enthusiast Richard Paules, the 120-pound centerpiece — featuring an accurate floor design with domes, arrival/departure levels and even a baggage claim — is set to appear to the public next Monday … He previously constructed a model of Dulles International Airport that has been on display there since early 2024.” [ARLnow]
Vaccinations Encouraged for Kids — “As the 2024-25 school year ends and summer begins, it’s a great time for children to get up to date on their immunizations. Parents and caregivers are urged to make an appointment for their child now with their healthcare provider to avoid the last-minute rush before the 2025-26 school year starts.” [Fairfax County Health Department]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny skies and a high of approximately 86°F, accompanied by a west wind of around 8 mph. As night falls, the sky will turn partly cloudy, with the temperature dropping to around 68°F and a light southwest wind. [NWS]
