A man reportedly spotted brandishing a machete in Merrifield was arrested yesterday (Tuesday) after five hours of negotiations with police.
According to the Fairfax County Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 2700 block of Livingstone Lane in the Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station apartments at 6:13 p.m. on Monday (Oct. 7) after a man called 911 to report someone with a machete.
Victims of Fake Immigration Attorney Testify — Immigrants defrauded by a woman who posed as an attorney and threatened to report them to immigration officials when questioned shared their stories to a Fairfax County judge on Monday (Oct. 7). Jasmine Moawad will be sentenced next month after pleading “guilty in February to one felony count of obtaining money by false pretenses.” [NBC4]
Metro Proposes New Funding Model — “Leaders at the D.C. Metro system have been touting a huge drop in fare evasion at train stations since new, higher gates were installed. But only 30 percent of bus riders pay for the service, and the agency is considering a dramatic change to its funding model that would reduce the cost for jurisdictions whose riders pay their fares.” [Washington Post]
Hurricanes Send More Animals to Fairfax Shelter — “More animals are coming. Homeward Trails expects 30 pets from an affected shelter in Galax, Virginia, to arrive Wednesday, right before Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida. The rescue anticipates even more pets will arrive in the DC area later in the week.” [Washingtonian]
County Expands WiFi to Parking Lots — In time for Digital Inclusion Week from Oct. 7-11, the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services has expanded free Wi-Fi to the parking lots of over 20 community, senior, teen and adult day health centers. It also now offers iPads, 3D printers and robotics kits at some senior and community centers. [NCS]
Speakeasy-Style Restaurant Opens in Fairfax City — “Chef Jon Krinn’s restaurant Elyse in Fairfax officially opens on Wednesday, October 9. Until now, the 29-seat restaurant on Fairfax Boulevard has been ‘invitation-only’…Krinn describes the restaurant as having a speakeasy vibe with a tasting menu format paired with wine and spirits.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Women-Owned Businesses Awarded Grants — Six women-owned business in Fairfax City won grants totaling $27,859 from Fairfax City Economic Development (FCED). The inaugural recipients of the Women’s Entrepreneur Grant Opportunity were announced at the Women’s Entrepreneur Empowerment Luncheon on Sept. 25. [FCED]
Snake Meat Found in Bag at Dulles Airport — “A 4-year-old beagle working as a detector dog at Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia discovered two pounds of snake meat inside a traveler’s baggage recently…Although the meat is a routine protein source in Equatorial Guinea, it is one of the animal products that is illegal to import into the U.S.” [Patch]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny skies and a high near 71 degrees, accompanied by a west wind at 5 to 10 mph. At night, the sky will be clear, with the temperature dipping to a low of around 47 degrees. A northwest wind of approximately 7 mph will persist. [NWS]
There will be no weather issues or muddy courses the next couple of days as many area high-school cross country teams return to action.
Some meets were postponed in recent days because of wet weather and grounds.
Address: 118 Dogwood Street SW
Neighborhood: West Vienna Woods
Type: 6 BR, 5 (+1 half) BA single-family detached — 5,500 sq. ft.
Listed: $1,850,000
Noteworthy: Great in-law suite for multi generational home
Built in 2013, the main entry welcomes you into a foyer with cherry hardwood floors throughout.
Passing through the dining room with illuminated tray ceiling and chandelier, you’ll find the hallway/mudroom entrance from the garage, half bath, and hall closet. The rest of the main level is open with a massive family room with coffered ceiling and fireplace, a large morning room open to the kitchen with pantry, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, large island with overhang, soft close cabinets, and window overlooking the side yard.
There’s a sunroom with vaulted ceiling, tile floors, and lots of windows. The primary suite features an illuminated tray ceiling, with a sitting area, two walk in closets, an en-suite bathroom with jetted jacuzzi tub, walk in shower, dual sinks, and a water closet. There’s a covered front porch as well. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and large closet. Bonus loft area and upper level laundry.
The lower level features 2 bedrooms that each have a walk in closet, carpeting, and share a hallway bathroom with a tub/shower. There’s a media room, rec room, 2nd laundry room, and a large storage/mechanical room. There’s a door with stairs out to the yard. Smart home features like 42 Enphase Solar Panels, whole house water filtration, coax cables in every room, and gutter guards.
Enjoy living in Vienna with town events like the Halloween Parade, Oktoberfest, Chillin on Church, ViVa Vienna, Church Street Stroll, and the Farmer’s Market held at the nearby Community Center.
Listed by:
Laura Schwartz — McEnearney Associates
laura@guidingyourmove.com
(703) 283-6120
Fairfax County’s recently retired chief equity officer is asking local leaders to be vigilant in their efforts to promote a more just community.
“Fairfax is an amazing place — yet we know that is not the experience of everyone,” Karla Bruce said after being honored by the Board of Supervisors this morning (Oct. 8).
By MATTHEW BARAKAT Associated Press
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — A coalition of immigrant-rights groups and the League of Women Voters in Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of an ongoing “purge” of voter rolls that will disenfranchise legitimate voters.
The Washington & Old Dominion Trail’s history as a rail line was on full display yesterday (Monday) during the latest 50th anniversary celebration organized by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority (NOVA Parks).
After listening to local elected leaders, park officials and advocates reflect on the trail’s importance to the region, ceremony attendees could pore over old photographs of train stations and touch a rusted railroad spike, just steps from where the W&OD tracks once ran through the heart of the Town of Vienna.
Dranesville District Supervisor Jimmy Bierman found himself lost in the weeds.
While he might not have been the only person to lose track of the conversation, Bierman was the one who spoke up Thursday (Oct. 3) as the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC) discussed regional coordination and the potential of creating a dedicated stream of tax revenue to fund local transit.
Tysons continues to have the priciest apartment-rental costs in the D.C. region.
The median Tysons apartment-rental price in September was $2,654 ($2,414 for one-bedroom units and $2,894 for two bedrooms), according to figures reported last Thursday (Oct. 3) by Apartment List.
Merrifield Barricade Resolved — Police have arrested “a wanted man who is possibly armed & refusing to exit his vehicle,” leading to a barricade situation in the 2700 block of Livingstone Lane in Merrifield. [FCPD/Twitter]
Fairfax Motorcyclist Dies After Crash — Joshua Doan-Ha, 20, died Sunday (Oct. 6) from injuries he sustained in a two-vehicle crash on Braddock Road near Kings Park West. Police say Doan-Ha crashed into the driver of a 2016 Toyota Corolla on Oct. 3 while traveling east on a 2023 Kawasaki Ninja. “Detectives continue to investigate whether speed or alcohol were a factor in the crash.” [FCPD]
Security Company Expands Tysons HQ — “Alarm.com Holdings Inc. has renewed its headquarters lease at The Boro in Tysons, marking not only one of the largest recent deals in Northern Virginia but also a rare expansion. The residential and commercial security company inked a lease for a little more than 246,000 square feet at EastBoro III,” a 29% increase in space. [Washington Business Journal]
County Shares Respiratory Illness Data — “The Fairfax County Health Department has published a new Respiratory Illness Dashboard to help residents stay informed about the prevalence and trends of respiratory viruses in the Fairfax Health District. This tool offers real-time updates and data on various respiratory illnesses such as flu, COVID-19, and RSV.” [FCHD]
The State of Abortion Access in Virginia — “Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade two and a half years ago, states around the country have shored up their protections or enacted various bans and restrictions. And though Virginia is the least restrictive Southern state — and a bastion for out-of-state patients — a new report indicates some hurdles.” [Virginia Mercury]
Road Diet Proposed for Huntington Avenue — “The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual public meeting Oct. 9 to brief community members on a proposed road diet along Huntington Avenue between Richmond Highway and Telegraph Road.” One travel lane in each direction will be converted into a buffered bicycle lane, and a center turn lane will be added. [On the MoVe]
Fairfax Connector Unveils ‘Spooky Bus’ — “A peek at the ‘Spooky Bus’ wrapping process! This is one of three designs you’ll see on roadways in Fairfax County beginning this week.” People who share a photo of the Halloween-themed bus on social media “will be entered to win a $50 SmarTrip card.” [Fairfax Connector/Twitter]
Reston Contractor CEO Buys Former Nats Star’s Home — “Steve Schorer, who replaced Stu Shea at Peraton in early September, recently paid $8.55 million for the McLean home of Stephen Strasburg, the retired Washington Nationals’ pitcher and 2019 World Series MVP, according to public records. Schorer closed the deal Sept. 27, paying $1.2 million less than the original list price.” [WBJ]
It’s Tuesday — Expect sunny skies and a high of around 69 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind at approximately 6 mph. The night will be mostly clear with a low of about 49 degrees and a gentle west wind. [NWS]
