Tysons

School Gets Permanent Weapons Scanners — Weapons detection scanners have been installed at Annandale High School and will be in place permanently at all Fairfax County high schools at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. “Fairfax County Public Schools launched a pilot program for weapon detectors this spring, which included a one-day test run at Annandale’s main entrance on May 15.” [Annandale Today]

I-66 Shooter Sentenced — “A road rage clash on I-66 in Northern Virginia nearly claimed multiple lives and left two newlyweds who were expecting a baby shot and wounded. In a story you’ll only see on News4, the couple spoke for the first time about the moment a driver opened fire – and why they’re infuriated by what they called a light sentence for the shooter.” [NBC4]

Reston California Tortilla Closed — “The slow, inexorable disappearance of California Tortilla restaurants in the area continues with the news that the location in Reston has closed its doors. The closure of the California Tortilla in the North Point Village Center reportedly happened in late April.” [The Burn]

New George Snyder Trail Option on Table — The Fairfax City Council will vote tomorrow (Tuesday) on whether to proceed with the approved alignment for the controversial George Snyder Trail, scrap the project or submit an alternate plan to VDOT “that would move the western end of the trail from an off-road path to an on-road path along the University Drive Extension, using wider sidewalks and shared-use paths.” [Patch]

McLean Burglaries Under Investigation — “Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying three suspects connected to two burglaries in McLean.” One burglary reportedly occurred in the 6500 block of Ivy Hill Drive around 3 p.m. on May 15, and around 3:15 p.m. that day, the same people allegedly tried unsuccessfully to break into a home in the 2000 block of Powhatan Street. [FCPD]

Fairfax City to Remove Invasive Plants — “Beginning June 9, patrons at two Fairfax City parks will see debris from non-native invasive plant removal projects. The city has contracted with Invasive Plant Control, Inc., to work periodically at Van Dyck and Kutner parks throughout the summer months.” [City of Fairfax]

Michelin Apparently Unimpressed by Virginia Food — “The $120,000 a year Michelin wanted to charge Virginia to be in its forthcoming Southern restaurant guide was steeply discounted compared with what other Southern states are paying.” Documents suggest the discount was offered because the state’s culinary scene was deemed lacking in “maturity.” [Axios Richmond]

FCPS Worker Retires After 50 Years — “Joyce Sisk started working at Bailey’s Elementary School in 1972 as a cafeteria hostess. At first, she would walk across the street from her house to the school with her three children. This year, Sisk will cross the street for one last time as a Fairfax County Public School employee.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]

It’s Monday — Patchy fog will clear by 10am, followed by cloudy skies with a high near 82. Night brings a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 11pm, with increasing clouds and a low around 68. Expect new precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. [NWS]

Parade to Put DCA Flights on Hold — “Flights to and from Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, will reportedly be suspended for an hour and a half on the evening of June 14, during a planned military parade through D.C. to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary.” [WTOP]

Deal for Reston Paris Baguette — “The Burn has learned that a deal has been signed for a new location at the RTC Next development off Sunset Hills Road … Paris Baguette will be taking a 3,150 s.f. space right across the street from the new AC Hotel/Residence Inn combo hotel that opened earlier this year.” [The Burn]

Dogs Die in Lorton Fire — Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department units responded to the 7500 block of Pollen Street yesterday (Thursday) for a house fire. “Units arrived to heavy smoke showing from a split-level home with fire reported in the basement and kitchen. One patient was transported. Sadly, two dogs were found deceased.” [FCFRD/Facebook]

Robot Consultant Opens Fairfax Lab — “RobotLAB Inc. is expanding in Greater Washington with a new location in Fairfax to serve businesses looking to tap into robotics to address labor-related challenges.” Based outside Dallas, Texas, the robotics rental services company will open a location at 11166 Fairfax Blvd to “provide on-site demonstrations, training and technical support services to customers.” [WBJ]

Police Patrol Annandale Businesses — “Fairfax County police officers spent the day canvassing businesses along the 236 corridor in Annandale Wednesday night, working to prevent future burglaries. Captain James Curry of the department’s Criminal Investigations Division said smaller, independently owned stores can often be more vulnerable to crime.” [WUSA9]

Tysons AI Startup to Increase Hiring — “Tysons AI startup pWin.ai is ramping up hiring after securing $10 million from investors to enhance its tool that cuts down the time it takes to complete government contract proposals.” Co-founder and CEO Vishwas Lele says the company will increase its 50-person workforce, which includes 20 employees in the D.C. region, by 40% over the next year, focusing on engineering and marketing positions. [WBJ]

Taste of Springfield Returns — Springfield Town Center will host the eighth annual Taste of Springfield Festival tomorrow (Saturday) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located in the mall’s parking lot by JCPenney and Dick’s Sporting Goods, the festival will feature “good food, exhibitors, performances, and LIVE music!” [Springfield Town Center]

Chantilly Artisan Market Reopens — The nZone Artisan Market in Chantilly “first opened in 2024, but this new(ish) market returns this Saturday, June 7, with a new name and some new vendors — a total of 16 vendors in all — who are expected to sell everything from fresh produce, artisan chocolates, and baked goods.” [Out & About Fairfax]

It’s Friday — Mostly sunny conditions are expected with a high around 84 degrees and a southeast wind at 3 to 7 mph. Clouds will increase in the evening, as night ushers in a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low temperature of approximately 67 degrees. [NWS]