How could Falls Church change its snow-shoveling rules for businesses?
Police seek witnesses after Falls Church man’s fatal Merrifield scooter crash
Why a Falls Church record shop’s LP costs a cool $1,000
Also on today's calendar: Director of Sales Meet & Greet and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why wouldn't the little shrimp share his fries with his friends ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Wednesday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 75 and low of 55 degrees.
Thursday: A shower; breezy in the a.m., temps: high: 61, low: 45.
Friday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 65 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Rules for clearing snow from businesses' sidewalks could get revamp in Falls Church (arlnow.com) — Falls Church officials are preparing to revisit the city’s snow-removal rules for business sidewalks this July, after a brutal January storm left many walkways icy for weeks. City Council members also debated the pace of a major Virginia Village affordable housing redevelopment and honored deputy building official Dilraj Sidhu, while planning a December farewell event for Rep. Don Beyer as new district maps shift Falls Church to the 7th District.
• Electric scooter rider dies nearly a month after crash in Merrifield - Electric scooter rider dies nearly a month after crash in Merrifield (ffxnow.com) — A Falls Church resident has died from injuries suffered in an April 1 scooter crash at Gallows and Gatehouse roads in nearby Merrifield, according to Fairfax County police. Detectives are asking anyone with information about the late-night collision to contact the Crash Reconstruction Unit or submit an anonymous tip, as county traffic deaths remain a continuing concern.
• How Crazy Are DC Prices Now? (washingtonian.com) — Falls Church music lovers might be surprised that CD Cellar hosts the priciest record this DC-area price hunt found: a $1,000 Lightnin’ Hopkins album. The broader feature compares extreme low and high prices on everything from sneakers and sushi to hot dogs and hotel suites across the region.
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Tysons Library Book & Media Sale May 28-31, 2026 —Fairfax Library Advocate Read on Patch
Tysons Library Book & Media Sale May 28-31, 2026 —Fairfax Library Advocate Read on Patch
Support Local Kids In Need With Assistance League of Northern Virginia —Jerilyn Woelfel Read on Patch
a lot of plastic bags full of groceries have appeared on our front step tonight. are they yours? Hillwood Avenue. ETA: kept some, delivering the rest to Bridges to Independence, the family shelter. (Nextdoor Hillwood-Seven Corners)
Hi Neighbors, looking for someone handy in floor work. Need someone who can install trim as well as possibly familiar with tile as we need repair in our bathroom floor. Thank you! (Nextdoor Churchill)
Target posted a job opening for Overnight Inbound (Stocking) (T1431) in Falls Church. Apply here.
Marriott International posted a job opening for Housekeeping Room Attendant in Falls Church. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Falls Church here.
🗞 Nearby News
Tysons
Tysons commuters encouraged to cycle for National Bike Month - Tysons commuters encouraged to cycle for National Bike Month (ffxnow.com)
Maggiano’s to open this summer after Taste of Tysons preview - Maggiano's to open this summer after Taste of Tysons preview (ffxnow.com)
Developer proposes introducing housing, retail to Tysons Plaza office park - Developer proposes introducing housing, retail to Tysons Plaza office park (ffxnow.com)
Reston
Fairfax County Teacher Wins $986K Virginia Lottery Jackpot On Wife’s Birthday (patch.com)
Fairfax Board Approves Hearing Dates, Plan Reviews For Multiple Reston Developments (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he was shellfish ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!