McLean, VA|News|
Dish Machine Had Zero Sanitizer, Food Discarded: McLean Restaurant Inspections
Fairfax County inspections from July 1-16 found sanitizer failures, discarded food, fruit flies and cooling violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
VA Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Virginia.
Reston, VA|News|
New Chef-Curated Meals Take Off On United Flights From Dulles
Two D.C. chefs created new seasonal meals for United Polaris passengers on long-haul international flights from Dulles.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax Restaurants Join 2026 Summer Restaurant Week
Seven Fairfax restaurants will offer specials during Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week from Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Business Owner Among 7 Suing VA Over Hemp Law Changes
A Manassas hemp business owner is among seven suing Virginia over what they say are sudden changes to the state's hemp regulations.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean, Tysons Restaurants Join 2026 Summer Restaurant Week
McLean and Tysons restaurants will offer prix fixe specials during Summer Restaurant Week, Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
More Than 1,300 Sign Letter Asking Governor To Oppose Plaza 500 Substation: Community Group
More than 1,300 people and 29 groups have signed a letter asking the VA governor to oppose a new substation near Alexandria.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston Restaurants Join Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week 2026
Ten Reston restaurants are participating in Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week from Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Summer Restaurant Week 2026: 30 Participating Restaurants And Menus
Thirty Arlington restaurants will offer prix fixe brunch, lunch or dinner menus during Summer Restaurant Week.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Salon Coze The Space Celebrates Opening In Old Town
Coze The Space, a new salon at 4002 University Drive, marked its opening with a Fairfax City ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Hotel Names Francecil Ponte Executive Chef Ahead Of Renovation Reveal
Francecil Ponte will oversee culinary operations at Le Méridien Arlington as the Rosslyn hotel prepares to unveil renovations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Office Building Near Ballston Metro Set For Major Renovation
A 271,000-square-foot office building near the Ballston Metro will get a new lobby, conference center, gym and other upgrades.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Planning Commission To Weigh State-Mandated Zoning Changes
The Aug. 12 hearing covers manufactured homes, parking, solar power, battery storage, data centers and wireless structures.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Northern Virginia Farmer Launches Goat Landscaping Business
A Prince William County farmer is putting her goats to work, hiring them out as gentle, environmentally friendly landscapers.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Free Back-To-School Haircuts, Meals Available For Fredericksburg Students
Fredericksburg students in kindergarten through 12th grade can receive a free haircut and meal Saturday at Pete's Barbershop.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Tysons Corner Center Launches School Cents Program To Support Local Schools
Tysons Corner Center shoppers can earn points for local schools competing for awards of $500 to $4,000 during the 2026-27 year.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Data Center Fight + Sweets Chain Opening + Layoffs + New Coffee Shop: VA Business News
Data center actions, an eye drop recall, summer layoffs and a Washington Spirit soccer clinic lead Virginia business news.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Mason District Supervisor Calls On FFX County Planning Commission To Reject Plaza 500 Substation Proposal
Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez has joined a chorus of voices opposing a new data center and substation at the Plaza 500 site.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Restaurant Week Returns With 21 Restaurants Showcasing Signature Dishes
Fairfax City Restaurant Week returns Aug. 20-30 with 21 restaurants highlighting signature dishes and the stories behind them.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax Teen Builds Free AI Tool To Help Neurodivergent Job Seekers
A Thomas Jefferson High School senior created a free AI tool that helps neurodivergent job seekers evaluate workplace fit.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Cockroach, Sanitizer Failures Among Arlington Restaurant Inspection Findings
Arlington health inspectors cited food temperature, sanitation and other violations at restaurants inspected July 8-10.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Vertical Horizon To Headline Free Rocktoberfest At Reston Town Center In October
Vertical Horizon, Everything and Virginia Coalition will perform at the free Rocktoberfest at Reston Town Center Oct. 10.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Coffee Shop Featuring Favorites From This Latin American Country Opens In Vienna
A new bakery and cafe brings more flavors from Latin America to Vienna.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Picklr To Offer Free Play At Fredericksburg Club For National Pickleball Day
Fredericksburg's Picklr club will offer free open play and beginner sessions Aug. 8 for National Pickleball Day.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Sidewalk Sale Returns In August
The 17th annual Sidewalk Sale will be held later this month.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Bringing Sweet Treats, Exclusive Merchandise To Arlington
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will stop at National Landing on Saturday with exclusive merchandise and sweet treats for fans.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Shark Tank-Backed Sweets Chain Opening First NoVA Location
An ice cream concept backed by the business reality show will open its first location in Northern Virginia this summer.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Shark Tank-Backed Sweets Chain Opening First NoVA Location In Ashburn
An ice cream concept backed by the business reality show will open its first location in Northern Virginia this summer.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Health Inspections: 7 Restaurants Cited For Violations During Early July Checks
Seven Fairfax City restaurants were cited for health code violations during inspections conducted July 1-14.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Across Virginia|News|
Layoffs Up 50 Percent In VA This Summer, Hundreds To Lose Jobs In August
Summer job losses are up more than 275 percent compared to summer 2024.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Data Center Company Signs Major Headquarters Lease At Reston Station
QTS will relocate its headquarters to Reston Station after signing a 77,000-square-foot office lease with Comstock.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
TekSynap Signs Lease for Full Floor At Reston Town Center Headquarters Expansion
TekSynap will relocate its Reston headquarters to a 26,500-square-foot office at Reston Town Center.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
FAA Greenlights Washington Manassas Airport Expansion After Environmental Assessment
The FAA formally declared that the project to launch commercial service at the Manassas airport won't have major environmental impacts.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Eatery Wins Wine Spectator Award + Data Center Battles + Farmers Market Crash: VA Business News
Virginia's latest business news includes the Dulles Airport makeover, data center disputes, a farmers market crash and local openings.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Largest Acquisition In Linden Property Group History Brings New Investment to Tysons Apartments
Linden Property Group acquires 217-unit Tysons Crossing apartments, with renovations planned at the Metro-adjacent community.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
New National Landing Cafe Constellation Blends Chef-Driven Dining, Gourmet Market
Constellation, a new all-day cafe in National Landing, offers elevated comfort food, specialty coffee and a curated gourmet market.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Flying Insects, Food Safety Issues Found At 2 Fredericksburg Sites: Inspection Report
Two of 14 Fredericksburg-area food establishments inspected July 8-14 had violations, health officials reported.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
How One Fairfax Couple Turned A Lifelong Passion Into A Community Preschool
A Fairfax couple left corporate life and teaching to build a preschool focused on creativity, community and learning through play.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Sprouts Farmers Market To Hire 104 Employees Ahead Of Arlington Store Opening
Sprouts Farmers Market will hire 104 employees before opening its new Langston Boulevard store in Arlington in September.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston's Davio's Earns 2026 Wine Spectator Award For Wine Program
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse in Reston received Wine Spectator's 2026 Award of Excellence for its wine program.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Bluey-Themed Immersive Experience Coming To Tysons Corner Center
Bluey x CAMP: Bluey's House opens Sept. 4 at Tysons Corner Center with interactive games, meet-and-greets and more.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
