The “interim” tag has been removed from Dan Wolff’s title as the head football coach of the private-school Potomac School Panthers in McLean.
Wolff was given that label when he took over for the 2024 high-school season. That designation recently was removed after Wolff led the Panthers to a bounce-back 5-4 record this fall.
Efforts to upgrade bus service along the Route 7 corridor from Tysons to Alexandria continue to roll steadily forward, albeit with no recent headline-grabbing advances.
The $518 million initiative dubbed Envision Route 7 appears to be “moving along well,” Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC) chair Matt de Ferranti said at the organization’s Nov. 7 meeting.
Inova Fairfax Hospital plans to open the region’s first EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment, and Healing) unit for those experiencing a mental health crisis.
The unit, which opens to patients Nov. 19, was created in response to community need for enhanced behavioral health services, Inova said in a news release.
As the holidays approach, homeowners begin their annual preparations — cleaning, decorating, meal planning, and organizing guest rooms. Amid all the excitement and planning, one key aspect often gets overlooked: the bathroom, particularly the toilet.
Whether it’s hosting a large family dinner or entertaining friends for holiday parties, the last thing any homeowner wants is an embarrassing plumbing problem such as leaking, clogging, slow filling, or visibly aging toilets. That’s where ToiletKing steps in with their fast and affordable process for replacing toilets in under an hour, ensuring homes are holiday ready from top to bottom.
In response to these potential problems, ToiletKing, a Virginia-based home service company founded in Loudoun County, is offering a unique solution — replacing homeowners’ toilets in under one hour. This service is designed to be both fast and affordable, addressing a range of common toilet issues that often arise at inconvenient times.
Addressing Common Toilet Problems Before the Holidays
During busy holiday gatherings, the bathroom, and particularly the toilet, is one of the most frequently used spaces in a home. Toilets that are aging, malfunctioning or have a weak flush can quickly become a source of stress. Some of the most common issues include:
Replacing problematic toilets before the holidays is a proactive measure that can help avoid potential inconveniences for homeowners and their guests.
Fast and Efficient Service
ToiletKing has developed a process that allows them to replace toilets quickly and efficiently, completing the installation in less than one hour. This expedited service is designed to help homeowners avoid long waits or interruptions to their holiday plans.
Christos Karageorgos, Founder of ToiletKing, explains the company’s approach: “Our process focuses on streamlining the toilet replacement experience. We’ve structured our service so that we can replace any standard toilet within an hour and with precision, minimizing disruption to homeowners. We understand that during the holidays, time is of the essence, and we aim to make the process as quick and stress-free as possible.”
Affordability and Transparency
In addition to speed, ToiletKing emphasizes affordability and transparent pricing. The company aims to provide homeowners with an affordable solution for upgrading their toilets without compromising on the quality of service and materials. All pricing is provided upfront, with no hidden fees or unexpected costs, which can be especially important during a season when homeowners are often juggling multiple expenses.
The company’s competitive pricing, combined with a high level of expertise, has positioned them as a convenient option for those seeking to upgrade their toilets in preparation for holiday gatherings. The company’s service is designed to cater to both those who need last-minute solutions or who want to replace an aging toilet before it becomes a larger issue.
How ToiletKing’s Process Works
ToiletKing’s replacement process is simple: homeowners visit the website and select a toilet from one of the company’s four all-inclusive toilet replacement packages: Basic, Standard, Deluxe, or The Kings Throne. Each package, while varying in price, includes all the same excellent service: choice of toilet, delivery, professional installation, and responsible removal of your old toilet. The company also offers a range of bidets and an affordable extended service warranty for those customers who would like additional peace of mind.
ToiletKing offers a range of high-quality and high-performance brands such as Kohler, Toto, American Standard, and Swiss Madison that fit seamlessly into any bathroom style, ensuring functionality without sacrificing aesthetics. With ToiletKing’s affordable and efficient toilet replacement service, you can easily check one item off the list when it comes to preparing your home for the holidays.
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Final consideration of Fairfax County Public Schools’ proposal to build a new elementary school to serve the Dunn Loring area has been delayed until 2025.
The Fairfax County Planning Commission voted unanimously yesterday (Wednesday) to defer a vote on its recommendation for the proposal until Jan. 15, which also postpones any final action by the Board of Supervisors.
By MATTHEW BARAKAT Associated Press
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A Marine Corps veteran who pleaded guilty to making ricin after his contacts with a Virginia militia prompted a federal investigation was sentenced Wednesday to time served after the probe concluded he had no intent to harm others.
McLean Mansion Allegedly Bought with Stolen Money — “The way Nigerian authorities tell it, their country’s former national security adviser misappropriated more than $2 billion from his own government, routing some of it to a family friend — the man who bought the mansion in McLean. In the United States, according to Nigerian authorities, the man sought to launder the money in part by purchasing homes.” [Washington Post]
Congressman Arrested for Being Drunk at Dulles Airport — “House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul was detained by police at Dulles International Airport earlier this month in an incident that he described as ‘the result of a poor decision’ to mix Ambien and alcohol.” He has been charged with being drunk in public for the Nov. 4 incident. [Semafor]
Suspect Wanted in Armed Tysons Robbery — “On October 25, at 5:14 p.m., officers responded to the 2000 block of Chain Bridge Road in Tysons for a robbery call. The victim reported that a suspect entered the business with a firearm and demanded money. The suspect then fled out of the business with cash from the register and into a vehicle. The victim was not harmed.” [FCPD]
FCPS to Address Crowding at Lincolnia School — “Community meetings have been scheduled to discuss options for easing overcrowding at Parklawn Elementary School, Mason school board member Ricardy Anderson announced.” A virtual meeting is planned for Nov. 25, followed by an in-person forum on Dec. 11 in the school’s cafeteria. [Annandale Today]
Fairfax Connector Gives Riders Safety Lights — “Be Smart. Be Safe. Be Seen. We’re lighting up Fairfax County by providing bus and rail riders with safety lights. Our Fairfax Connector team handed out dozens at the Huntington Metro this evening.” [Fairfax Connector/Twitter]
Animal Shelter Seeks Owners of Found Pets — “Do you recognize these found pets? Please help us find their families by sharing this post!” The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is looking to get several dogs, a cat, two rabbits and one parakeet found around the county between Nov. 4 and 12 to their proper homes. [FCAS/Facebook]
Mediterranean Restaurant Lands in Falls Church — “Cafe Zevian, a Mediterranean concept by Adem Kaplan, will be located at the bottom of The Kensington senior living facility at 700 W. Broad Street … The new eatery will open in the former space of Famille, a French-inspired restaurant that closed in 2022. It’s scheduled to open for business by the end of the week.” [ARLnow]
FFXnow Has Joined Bluesky — While FFXnow isn’t joining outlets like NPR and The Guardian in fully leaving Twitter (at least for the time being), we’ve added Bluesky and Threads to our growing roster of active social media platforms, which also includes Facebook and Instagram. To keep up with all our stories, you can also sign up for our email newsletter.
It’s Thursday — Expect rain in the afternoon, with cloudy skies and a high of 52. Rain will continue until 4am, accompanied by patchy fog and a low of 45. The chance of precipitation increases from 70% to 90% at night, with potential amounts between a quarter and half an inch. [NWS]
Smiles for the second-place team photo masked disappointment for the top-seed Potomac School Panthers girls tennis team.
The Panthers lost on their home court in the championship match of the Division I state private-school tournament to No. 2 seed and defending champion Collegiate School of Richmond, 5-3.
Winning 21 matches and reaching a state championship match usually would be considered a successful season, and it was for the Flint Hill Huskies.
But compared to the girls volleyball team’s recent rich history, the accomplishments fell slightly short of past glories.
A nearly 3-mile stretch of the Washington & Old Dominion Trail has been out of commission this week, but pedestrians and bicyclists should be able to return soon.
Dominion Energy closed the trail from Mill Street NE in Vienna to Sandburg Street in Dunn Loring on Monday, Nov. 11 as part of its ongoing project to replace electric power lines between the Clark and Idylwood substations.
