Burke Man Dies in Crash, Springfield Mall Renovations Continue

Redevelopment and crime stories were some of the big topics that caught the interest of Burke residents in July. Before we move into August, here's a look back at the top five most-read stories on Burke Patch.

5. Springfield Mall Renovations on Schedule to be Completed by 2014

The Springfield Town Center project is moving right along and is on schedule to be completed by 2014 as planned, according to Lee District Supervisor Jeff McKay.

4. and 3. Burke: An Oasis Outside the Beltway?

The fourth and third most read stories of the month were the first and second parts of our short series on the identity of the Burke community. Patch spoke with members of the Burke Historical Society, Burke residents, Braddock District Supervisor John Cook and others to figure out what makes Burke the community we know and love today.

2. Burke Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash in Clifton

A 25-year-old Burke man died July 2 after being injured in a motorcycle crash in Clifton on Sunday, June 16, 2013. 

1. Fairfax Water Impersonator Robs Fairfax Home — Could It Happen to You?

Fairfax County police warned residents in July that someone pretending to be a Fairfax Water utility employee was visiting homes and attempting to gain entry in order to rob the homes.

What stories caught