Fairfax unemployment rises slightly, but remains low
The percent of workers without work in Fairfax County increased just a tad between July and August, rising 0.1 percent. That works out to a…
Business
Business leaders want more mobility
A group of business leaders is calling for more transportation options in the congested region that stretches from Baltimore to Richmond — not just more…
Apartment complex to replace office building in Reston
Quiet cul-de-sac Roland Clarke Place is becoming the hub for new, lower-density residential development in Reston. Woodfield Acquisitions will replace a vacant, two-story office building at…
West Falls Church development project wins Council approval
The City of Falls Church has taken initial steps to enter a public-private partnership with EYA, PN Hoffman, and Regency Centers to develop a portion…
Whisky will soon flow in the Mosaic District
There are bars and then there are whisky rooms. Not sure of the difference? We’re not either but our content partner Tysons Reporter will straighten…
First Amazon, next Apple?
What’s next — Google? We don’t know about that but following right on the heels of Amazon’s choosing Arlington for half of its HQ2, our…
GOP excited but cautious about Amazon’s move to NoVa
The Suburban Virginia Republican Coalition (SUVGOP) says the selection of Crystal City for Amazon’s planned headquarters location will become a significant issue in next year’s…
Virginia Tech plans $1 billion campus next to Amazon HQ2
Virginia Tech says it will build a “revolutionary” 1 million-square-foot, technology-focused campus in Alexandria — envisioned as a $1 billion project that is part of a comprehensive higher-education package…
Northern Virginia, NYC to split HQ2 spoils
As we reported earlier this month, Northern Virginia and New York City are Amazon’s choice for its coveted HQ2, an expansion of its headquarters that is…
New Giant Food stores opening this month
Regional grocery chain Giant Food is opening two new stores this month, in Herndon and Alexandria, replacing older stores in each community. Giant closed another…