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Also, don't miss Annandale Bible Church Grand Reopening on the Annandale Patch calendar

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Hey there, Annandale! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How do Annandale nursing homes really stack up in federal ratings?
  • What investigators revealed about the deadly crash just outside Annandale.
  • Which Annandale park volunteers just earned top Fairfax County honors?

Also on today's calendar: Annandale Bible Church Grand Reopening and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Not as warm with some sun, with a high of 75 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 81, low: 68.
  • Monday: Cloudy with a thunderstorm, with a high of 74 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Why do Fairfax nursing homes rate so low? (fairfaxtimes.com) — Families in Annandale should know that local facilities like August Healthcare at Leewood and Annandale Healthcare Center currently hold low federal star ratings and troubling recent inspection histories. State health officials explain how inspections, staffing, and corrective plans affect these scores, and caution residents to use ratings alongside in-person visits when choosing care.
   

• Public Safety - Week of September 18, 2026 (fairfaxtimes.com) — Several serious public safety incidents this week touch communities around Annandale, including a fatal motorcycle crash at Braddock Road and Southampton Drive near the neighborhood. The roundup also details major cases from child exploitation and construction fraud to a million-dollar Lorton fire, a Fairfax teen cyclist's death, and a reminder on Virginia inspection sticker rules that affect all local drivers.
   

• Park Authority recognizes exemplary volunteers (annandaletoday.com) — Annandale residents and parks are in the spotlight as Fairfax County's Park Authority honors volunteers supporting Ossian Hall Park's cultural performances and youth stewardship work at Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Local awardees are recognized for years of service that keep nearby parks welcoming, educational, and well-maintained, with a countywide ceremony planned in October.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Springfield

  • Springfield Man Faces Felony Drug Charge After Stafford Traffic Stop (patch.com)
  • Local leaders set legislative priorities (fairfaxtimes.com)
  • 9 Things Designers Say To Remove For A More Timeless Kitchen (southernliving.com)

Franconia

  • Metro's Yellow Line service to be suspended over two weekends (alxnow.com)

Arlington

  • Arlington Ranks Among Nation's Best Cities For Renters In 2026 (patch.com)
  • Arlington Woman Accused Of Breaking Into Occupied Home, Exposing Herself (patch.com)
  • Arlington Included In $3.7M Virginia Quantum Technology Investment (patch.com)

Ok Annandale! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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