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Register for the Taste of Annandale 5K before the price goes up

Attention runners of all abilities and ages: Be sure to register for the Taste of Annandale 5K Race before the fees goes up. Sign up online.Taste of Annandale 5K Race is a special feature of the fifth...

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Woman arrested for destroying flags

Arif [FCPD]A 39-year-old Annandale woman was arrested Aug. 26 for destroying American flags and committing other vandalism at private homes in the Annandale area, the Fairfax County Police Department...

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County officials are prioritizing development over community involvement

The huge Reston Crossing development was approved by the Board of Supervisors in June.The following piece by Terry Maynard was originally published in the Reston 20/20 blog July 30.  While this piece...

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Sidewalk proposed for Columbia Pike

Funding considered for a sidewalk on this section of Columbia Pike in Annandale. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation is considering applying for federal funding under the Transportation...

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Interim Park to open in September

The plaza area.Crossroads Interim Park, the new park being developed on the site of a demolished office building at 5827 Columbia Pike in Bailey’s Crossroads, is expected to be completed and open in...

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School bond referendum would fund an addition at Justice High School

Braddock Elementary SchoolA $360 million school bond referendum on the Nov. 5 ballot will provide funds for several projects in the Annandale/Mason District area.Those projects include $33 million for...

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Farmers markets will stay open throughout the fall

The Annandale Farmers MarketSummer is winding down, but most of the local farmers markets will be going strong for another couple of months or so – or even longer.The Annandale Farmers Market, at Mason...

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Thauma brings Korean fashions to Annandale

For one-of-a-kind Korean fashions, check out the relatively new shop, Thauma, at 7224 Columbia Pike in Annandale. Thavma carries Thauma and Palla brands of handbags and clothing from the Ahavah line....

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Share you memories with the Annandale Oral History Project at the Taste of...

The Annandale firehouse in 1948.Did you grow up in Annandale when it was a semi-rural outer suburb?We’re inviting you to share your memories with the Annandale Oral History Project during the Taste of...

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Enter the Taste of Annandale best-dressed pet contest for a chance to be...

Coco the Couture Cat makes an appearance at the 2016 Taste of Annandale.Does your pet have what it takes to become a star?Enter your pet in the Taste of Annandale Pet contest and find out. Your furry...

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Gross and Aiken make their case at a candidate forum

Gary Aiken and Penny Gross.Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross stressed her experience and accomplishments at a candidate forum Sept. 4, while Republican challenger, Gary Aiken, focused on high taxes...

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Vistas of Annandale hosts Food Truck Block Party

The Vistas of Annandale invites the community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at a Food Truck Block Party on Sept. 21.The party is noon-4 p.m. at 7931 Patriot Drive, Annandale.There will be...

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Two sewer lines breaks this week in Mason District

Workers install a temporary bypass system to remove flow from a damaged sewer pipe on Braddock Road to allow inspection and repairs. [DPWES]There were two sewer line breaks in Mason District this week...

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Candidates for Braddock Supervisor outline priorities

Braddock supervisor candidates Jason Remer (left) and James Walkinshaw.“It’s the local level where you make a positive impact on people’s lives,” said James Walkinshaw, in explaining why he’s running...

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Planning Commission to consider development at Inova and Fairview Park

A concept for new development at the Inova Center for Personalized Health. Gallows Road is at the bottom. Inova’s plans for the Gallows Road property include a massive amount of development along with...

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Dice Burger might close if business doesn't pick up

Sayed Sanaei, the owner of Dice Burger, doesn’t want to close the Annandale burger restaurant but might have to if business doesn’t improve. Dice Burger opened at 7023 Columbia Pike in February 2014....

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Residents invited to discuss county's strategic plan

Local residents discuss their vision for the future of the county at James Lee Community Center in March. Fairfax County invites residents to the next round of meetings on the countywide strategic...

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New Vietnamese restaurant on Annandale Road

Bếp Viết, the brand-new Vietnamese restaurant at 3000 Annandale Road, features the cuisine of Hanoi. The restaurant is in the space formerly occupied by the Little Dipper Hot Pot.Bếp Viết has a soft...

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Truck overturns on the beltway

A dump truck on its side on the beltway. [FCFRD]A dump truck overturned on the beltway southbound on Braddock in Annandale early Sunday morning, spilling 70 gallons of diesel fuel, the Fairfax County...

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Falls Church Anglican holds first service in huge new building on Arlington...

The Falls Church Anglican held its first Sunday service Sept. 8,  along with a consecration and dedication ceremony, in its brand-new building on Route 50.The sanctuary holds about 900 people and was...

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