Business and Development

Lorton to get new police station and animal shelter

A new co-located police station and animal shelter are coming to Lorton, designed to serve the residents and businesses of southern Fairfax County.

Doctor with patient holding virtual reality headset

Inova Mount Vernon’s virtual reality success to be replicated at Children’s Hospital

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is using virtual reality kits to help both children and adults relax while they undergo treatment.

McAlister’s Deli coming to Mount Vernon Plaza

McAlister's Deli has signed a lease to open a new location in the Mount Vernon Plaza shopping center, a spokeswoman for the chain confirmed Thursday.

County officials: Huntington Levee 75 percent complete

Fairfax County officials briefed residents June 6 on the Huntington Levee’s progress, telling them that the project is now more than 75 percent done.

New Subway opens across from Huntington Metro station

A new Subway restaurant featuring the chain's fresh new look and feel opened Tuesday across from the Huntington Metro station.

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Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber awards scholarships to eight local students

The Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce awarded eight scholarships to local high schoolers Tuesday night during a ceremony.

New restaurant coming to shopping center near Mount Vernon Memorial Highway

A new restaurant is coming to a small shopping center near the intersection of Richmond Highway and Mount Vernon Memorial Highway.

Longtime family-run businesses team up to build new nursery

E.P. Mowing and Landscaping, a family-owned and operated landscaping company for commercial and residential customers, plans to open the E.P. Nursery at 8753 Richmond Highway.

Lorton breweries to welcome canine friends this summer

Thanks to a new state law, Virginia breweries like Lorton-based Fair Winds Brewing Company and Forge Brew Works will soon start permitting dogs inside taprooms.