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## [City Centre West mixed-use plan may need tweaks to be viable, developer says](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/city-centre-west-mixed-use-proposal-may-need-tweaks-to-be-viable-developer-says/)

By [Mary Stachyra Lopez](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/marystachyralopez/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 3:45PM

![Construction site barrier with a banner reading 'AN OASIS OF ELEGANCE' showing a rendering of a modern building, trees and blue sky in the background.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/City-Centre-West-rendering-on-fence-600x450.jpeg)

A rendering of Ox Hill Companies' City Centre West development on fencing around the planned construction site in Fairfax City (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Once on track to break ground this year, the City Centre West mixed-use development now needs numerous changes to be financially viable, a representative for developer Ox Hill Companies recently told the Fairfax City Planning Commission.

[Approved](https://www.ffxnow.com/2023/07/13/merging-past-and-present-old-town-fairfax-to-be-new-site-of-eight-story-mixed-use-development/) by the City Council in 2023, Ox Hill’s application for housing and retail on a 1.7-acre site of three lots from 10501 to 10523 Main Street was eventually [closed by the city](https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/15/old-town-fairfax-developments-slowed-by-changes-in-city-leadership/) in September 2025 due to inactivity, despite two buildings having been demolished.

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## [Surovell expresses ‘full support’ for Lucas amid marijuana criminal conspiracy charges](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/surovell-expresses-full-support-for-lucas-amid-marijuana-criminal-conspiracy-charges/)

By [Angela Woolsey](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/angelawoolsey/) and [Associated Press](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/associated-press/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 2:45PM | Updated October 22, 2026 at 8:29PM

![Older African American woman with gray hair wearing a pearl necklace and beige blazer, sitting in a conference setting with a thoughtful expression.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/AP26294607637632-600x400.jpg)

FILE - Virginia Senate President pro tempore Louise Lucas, D-Portsmouth, listens to debate on the Senate floor, Feb. 17, 2026, in Richmond, Va. (AP Photo/Ryan M. Kelly, File)

Virginia Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (D-34) called for restraint as the state’s political establishment reels from accusations of marijuana trafficking and money laundering against Senate President pro tempore L. Louise Lucas.

One of the state’s most powerful Democrats and Portsmouth’s representative in the state Senate since 1991, Lucas (D-18) was charged today (Thursday) by the U.S. Department of Justice with racketeering, conspiracy to distribute marijuana, conspiracy to launder money, conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, and maintaining a drug-involved premises.

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## [Does every will have to go through probate in Virginia?](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/20/does-every-will-have-to-go-through-probate-in-virginia-pji1/)

By [PJI Law](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/pji-law/)

Published October 20, 2026 at 4:45PM

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PJI Law

When a loved one passes away, families often face difficult decisions about funeral arrangements, finances, and the distribution of property. One common question is whether having a will automatically means the estate must go through probate.

Not necessarily. Whether probate is required in Virginia depends largely on how the deceased person’s assets were owned and whether those assets have another method of transferring to heirs or beneficiaries.

Understanding when probate is required—and when it can be avoided—can help families navigate estate administration with greater confidence.

## **What Is Probate in Virginia?**

Probate is the legal process used to administer certain assets belonging to a deceased person, or decedent. In Virginia, probate generally takes place through the circuit court in the city or county where the decedent lived.

When probate is necessary, the court recognizes the will, if there is one, and appoints a personal representative to handle the estate. The personal representative is responsible for identifying and collecting assets, addressing valid debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining property according to the will or Virginia’s intestacy laws.

Importantly, having a will does not automatically mean every asset must pass through probate. A will generally controls probate assets, while certain property passes directly to another person through ownership arrangements or beneficiary designations.

## **When Is Probate Required?**

Probate is generally necessary when someone dies owning assets in their individual name that do not have another method of transferring ownership.

Examples can include:

- Real estate owned solely by the decedent
- Bank accounts without joint ownership or beneficiary designations
- Vehicles, jewelry, collections, or other personal property owned individually

In these situations, probate may be necessary to give the personal representative authority to transfer or distribute the property.

## **When Is Probate Not Required?**

Some assets can transfer automatically after death and therefore may not need to pass through probate.

Jointly owned property: Assets held jointly with rights of survivorship generally pass to the surviving owner.

Beneficiary-designated accounts: Life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and certain bank accounts can pass directly to the beneficiaries named on the account.

Revocable living trusts: Assets properly transferred into a revocable living trust generally avoid probate because the trust owns the property rather than the deceased individual.

Virginia also provides a simplified option for certain small estates. Under [Va. Code § 64.2-601](https://hub.lnn.co/l/33e50c78-277d-41c0-85c0-353ce5997c77), qualifying personal property valued at $75,000 or less may be transferred using a small estate affidavit rather than a full probate proceeding, provided the statutory requirements are satisfied.

This simplified procedure applies to qualifying personal property, not real estate, and can be particularly useful when an estate consists of modest assets such as a bank account or vehicle.

## **What Happens When Probate Is Required?**

When probate is necessary, the personal representative must complete several steps before the estate can be closed. These typically include identifying and valuing estate assets, filing the required inventory, addressing creditor claims and taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries.

Virginia also imposes deadlines for certain estate filings. The inventory generally must be filed within four months after qualification, while the first accounting is generally due within 16 months.

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## [Local leaders wary of state legislature’s push to consolidate N. Va. bus systems](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/local-leaders-wary-of-state-legislatures-push-to-consolidate-n-va-bus-systems/)

By [Scott McCaffrey](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/smccaffrey/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 1:45PM

![Yellow transit bus at a curbside stop in a shopping center parking lot, with storefronts and parked cars in the background under a blue sky.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/Fairfax-Connector-bus-at-a-stop-in-Springfield-600x450.jpeg)

A Fairfax Connector bus at a stop in Springfield (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Regional leaders agree more collaboration could be beneficial, but see little reason to pursue a consolidation of four Northern Virginia bus systems into one.

“I did come here … with an open mind, open to any compelling reason [to support consolidation],” Hunter Mill District Supervisor Walter Alcorn said at an [Oct. 21 roundtable](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HopsnY1IY5s) convened by the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT). “I’m still looking for it — I don’t see it.”

[Go to Local leaders wary of state legislature’s push to consolidate N. Va. bus systems Read more](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/local-leaders-wary-of-state-legislatures-push-to-consolidate-n-va-bus-systems/)

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## [Nash & Smashed offers free meals for grand opening in Pimmit Hills](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/nash-smashed-offers-free-meals-for-grand-opening-in-pimmit-hills/)

By [Angela Woolsey](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/angelawoolsey/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 11:45AM

![Strip mall storefront with a bright Nash & Smashed sign; dog grooming shop to the left and banners in the windows, a white SUV parked in front.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/Nash-and-Smashed-grand-opening-banner-Pimmit-Hills-600x450.jpeg)

Nash and Smashed at Tysons Station in Pimmit Hills with a banner advertising its grand opening (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

An eatery serving up smash burgers and fried chicken is ready to officially introduce itself to the Pimmit Hills community.

After [soft-launching](https://www.instagram.com/p/DdFTp4ixc5T/) in the Tysons Station shopping center in early September, [Nash & Smashed](https://nashandsmashed.com/best-smashed-burgers/vienna-va) will celebrate its [grand opening](https://www.instagram.com/p/DeSSXQfoNcB/?e=fb49c922-8d26-4727-ae58-4ba7ec1c3017&g=5) at 7450-B Leesburg Pike this Saturday, Oct. 24 with free meals from 5-8 p.m.

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## [Interchangeable String Quartet & Friends](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/interchangeable-string-quartet-friends-100381/)

October 25, 2026 1:30 pm -3:30 pm

![Poster advertising Interchangeable String Quartet & Friends Large Ensemble Concert on Sunday, Oct 25 at 1:30pm, with players Nixon and Lin listed on the poster.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/event-c2b0e1a8-f7ed-4470-a685-3e5c18d761d7-600x400.jpg)

Event location

[St Ann's Episcopal Church 1700 Wainwright Dr Reston, Virginia 20190](https://maps.google.com/maps?q=1700+Wainwright+Dr,+Reston,+Virginia+20190&hl=en)

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Large Ensemble Concert
Featuring Andrew Nixon (cello) and Victor Lin
(viola), joining ISQ for the famous Schubert
String Quintet and the warm and autumnal
Brahms first String Sextet, Op. 18.

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## [Toys R Us makes comeback with two Fairfax stores as part of national expansion](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/toys-r-us-makes-comeback-with-two-fairfax-stores-as-part-of-national-expansion/)

By [Mary Stachyra Lopez](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/marystachyralopez/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 10:00AM

![Entrance to a toy and game shop in a shopping mall, with shelves of plush toys visible inside and a red sign announcing calendars, games, toys, books.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/20261020_125349-1-600x338.jpg)

The Go! Calendars, Games and Toys at Fair Oaks Mall will convert to a Toys R Us soon (staff photo by Mary Stachyra Lopez)

Nostalgic retail brand Toys R Us is expanding its presence in Fairfax County by opening two new standalone stores, one in Fair Oaks Mall and the other in Springfield Town Center.

The Fair Oaks Mall location ([11750 Route 50, #J226)](https://www.goretailgroup.com/store-locator/go/SR3232) will open at an unspecified date soon, while the Springfield store ([6677 Springfield Mall, Space 22049)](https://www.goretailgroup.com/store-locator/toysrus/TR3385) opened Sept. 23.

[Go to Toys R Us makes comeback with two Fairfax stores as part of national expansion Read more](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/toys-r-us-makes-comeback-with-two-fairfax-stores-as-part-of-national-expansion/)

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## [Customizable furniture store opens first Virginia location in Fairfax Corner](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/customizable-furniture-store-opens-first-virginia-location-in-fairfax-corner/)

By [Mary Stachyra Lopez](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/marystachyralopez/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 9:15AM

![Joybird storefront sign on a brick-and-white building along a tree-lined sidewalk with pedestrians and parked cars.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/20261017_142007-1-600x338.jpg)

Joybird's new store in Fairfax Corner (Staff photo by Mary Stachyra Lopez)

A handcrafted, customizable furniture store has opened its first Virginia storefront and 19th nationwide in Fairfax Corner.

[Joybird](https://joybird.com/showrooms/fairfax/) opened Oct. 9 at 11948 Grand Commons Avenue, Suite E948, in the space [vacated by King Arthur Baking Company](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/06/16/king-arthur-baking-company-to-close-fairfax-corner-pop-up-later-this-month/) earlier this summer.

[Go to Customizable furniture store opens first Virginia location in Fairfax Corner Read more](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/customizable-furniture-store-opens-first-virginia-location-in-fairfax-corner/)

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## [FCDOT proposes new bike lanes, crosswalks for road restriping program](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/fcdot-proposes-new-bike-lanes-crosswalks-for-road-restriping-program/)

By [Angela Woolsey](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/angelawoolsey/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 8:30AM

![Wide street intersection with crosswalks, several cars, a bus shelter on the left, and trees lining both sides under a clear sky.](https://www.ffxnow.com/files/2026/10/Bowman-Towne-Drive-at-Fountain-Drive-in-Reston-600x450.jpeg)

Bowman Towne Drive at the Fountain Drive intersection in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Fairfax County is [proposing to add](https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/news/T30_26) on-road bicycle lanes and crosswalks to a number of streets as part of the state’s annual repaving and restriping program.

Virtual meetings to gather public input on the proposed locations will be held in early November before a final list is sent to the Virginia Department of Transportation, which typically conducts [paving work](https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/1c67d20e836e445c8393be10da7fd8b2) from April to December.

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## [Morning Notes for October 22, 2026](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/22/morning-notes-for-october-22-2026/)

By [FFXnow.com](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/admin/)

Published October 22, 2026 at 7:30AM

A bench at the corner of Brandon Avenue and Bland Street near the highway in Springfield (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

**Early Voting Sites Expand** — “From Annandale to Burke, Centreville to Great Falls, 13 additional [early voting locations](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/09/17/what-to-expect-as-early-voting-for-the-2026-election-kicks-off-friday-in-fairfax/) open Thursday. Thursday marks the start of 10 consecutive days to vote early, which ends Saturday, Oct. 31″ ahead of the Nov. 3 general elections. [[Fairfax County Office of Elections/Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/elections.fairfaxcounty.gov/post/3myfpbtious2a)]

**Falls Church Moves Red Light Cameras** — “Red light cameras went live today (Wednesday) at two of the most hazardous intersections in Falls Church. A 30-day warning period has begun for violators at the intersections of E. Broad Street with Washington Street and Roosevelt Street.” [[ARLnow](https://www.arlnow.com/2026/10/21/red-light-cameras-arrive-at-two-crash-prone-intersections-in-falls-church/)]

**Fundraiser to Help Townhome Fire Victims** — “A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the residents of a townhome in Springfield recover from a devastating fire on Oct. 18. The campaign was posted by a family friend, who says Nina Garcia, her two children, and her mother are ‘in urgent need of financial assistance as they begin to rebuild their lives.'” [[Annandale Today](https://annandaletoday.com/gofundme-campaign-set-up-to-help-family-devastated-by-a-house-fire/)]

**State Faces Road Maintenance Gap** — “Virginia needs to take significant resources from the state’s new construction budget to maintain its roads according to the Commonwealth’s Secretary of Transportation. Blame was put on the previous administration at a Senate Finance meeting Tuesday.” [[WVTF](https://www.wvtf.org/news/2026-10-20/virginia-transportation-secretary-blames-road-maintenance-funding-gaps-on-youngkin-administration)]

**Community Center Upgrades Planned** — “The Minnie Peyton Community Center in Bailey’s Crossroads is getting an update.” The “piece-meal modifications,” including a conversion of locker rooms into storage space, LED lighting retrofits and a customer service desk replacement, are focused on supporting programs and bringing the building into compliance with current building codes. [[Annandale Today](https://annandaletoday.com/improvements-planned-for-minnie-peyton-community-center/)]

**Udvar-Hazy Adds Plane to Collection** — “After a storied career, an F-117 Nighthawk is now on display at the National Air & Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. The aircraft arrived in Chantilly last week. Public viewing opened on Wednesday.” [[Northern Virginia Magazine](https://northernvirginiamag.com/news/2026/10/21/f-117-nighthawk-aircraft-is-now-on-display-at-chantillys-udvar-hazy-center/)]

**New Signs Honor Black Community** — “The Fairfax County Park Authority, in partnership with stewards of The Pines heritage, will unveil new interpretive signage honoring The Pines, a historically Black community established in Annandale in the early 1900s. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. at Pine Ridge Park, located at 183 Woodburn Road in Annandale.” [[FCPA](https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/park-news/2026/new-interpretive-signs-honor-the-pines-community)]

**Land Use Database Going Briefly Dark** — “Fairfax County’s Planning and Land Use System (PLUS) will be offline Thursday, Nov. 5, from 5 p.m. to Monday, Nov. 9, at 7 a.m., while it transitions to a new cloud-based platform … During the transition, no applications or services will be available.” [[Fairfax County Government](https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/plus-service-improvements-will-bring-weekend-downtime)]

**It’s Thursday** — Sunny with a high near 66 and a north wind around 8 to 10 mph. Night will be mostly clear, with a low around 47 and a north wind around 6 to 8 mph. [[NWS](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.923161&lon=-77.22631)]

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## [FFXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 21, 2026](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/debrief-10212026/)

By [FFXnow.com](https://www.ffxnow.com/author/admin/)

Published October 21, 2026 at 9:00PM

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Good Wednesday evening, Fairfax County. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow.

## 📈 Today’s most-read stories

1. [Fairfax well-represented on 2026 list of 50 Best Restaurants in N. Va.](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/fairfax-well-represented-on-2026-list-of-50-best-restaurants-in-n-va/) (1,495 views)
2. [Beach-themed taco stand Surfside ready for McLean opening](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/beach-themed-taco-stand-surfside-ready-for-mclean-opening/) (1,223 views)
3. [FCPD seeks public’s help to find burglars targeting chain restaurants](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/fcpd-seeks-publics-help-to-find-burglars-targeting-chain-restaurants/)

## 🕗 More from today

Everything else we published today, Oct 21, 2026.

- [Morning Notes for October 21, 2026](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/morning-notes-for-october-21-2026/)
- [Flock camera debate has Fairfax leaders weighing privacy concerns, public safety](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/fairfax-leaders-weigh-privacy-public-safety-as-debate-over-flock-cameras-rages/)
- [Dulles Airport slated to open VIP facility for travelers by end of this decade](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/dulles-airport-slated-to-open-vip-facility-for-travelers-by-end-of-this-decade/)
- [Cows compete for crown in annual NASCOW race to benefit Frying Pan Farm](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/cows-compete-for-crown-in-annual-nascow-race-to-benefit-frying-pan-farm/)
- [Fairfax City meetings go offline, as FBI warns of AI-detected vulnerabilities](https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/10/21/fairfax-city-meetings-go-offline-as-fbi-warns-of-ai-detected-vulnerability/)

## 📣 Announcements

**Workshops You’ll Love at Art House 7**
Explore exciting fall workshops at Art House 7! Coming up October 24–25, master artist Teresa… [[Announcement](https://www.ffxnow.com/announcements/workshops-youll-love-at-art-house-7-100281/)]

## 📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Thursday in Fairfax County, from our [event calendar](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/).

- 2:15 pm: [Meet the Artists: The Tallwood Trio](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/meet-the-artists-the-tallwood-trio-28632/)
- 6:00 pm: [Author Susan Metallo at Bards Alley](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/author-susan-metallo-at-bards-alley-100001/)
- 6:00 pm: [Sound Journey with Neda Bostani](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/sound-journey-with-neda-bostani-100084/)

## ⭐ Featured events

**Lunch with Dr. T: Let’s Talk About Perimenopause and Menopause**
Oct 23: A free lunch and talk on perimenopause and menopause with Kavita Tripathi, MD [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/lunch-with-dr-t-lets-talk-about-perimenopause-and-menopause-100024/)]

**🗑️ Shred Day with Lafayette Federal**
Oct 24: Shred your documents safely and free [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/shred-day-with-lafayette-federal-25601/)]

**Child Safety Fun Fair & Car Seat Check**
Oct 25: Get your child car seat inspected by a Nationally Certified Technician for FREE! [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/child-safety-fun-fair-car-seat-check-100217/)]

**Building Your New Mom Village Mixer**
Oct 29: First-time pregnant moms, new moms and perinatal providers – let’s connect! Note: this location is near MOSAIC DISTRICT. [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/building-your-new-mom-village-mixer-100230/)]

**Alloy! Celebration & Cocktail Party**
Oct 29: Tephra ICA Celebration and Cocktail Party [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/alloy-celebration-cocktail-party-100332/)]

**Diwali: A Celebration of Inner Light – Hosted by the Brahma Kumaris**
Nov 1: Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with us at the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center for a joyful and uplifting afternoon for the whole family. [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/diwali-a-celebration-of-inner-light-hosted-by-the-brahma-kumaris-100064/)]

**Dialogue for Democracy**
Nov 3: Dialogue for Democracy invites high school students from across the DMV to George Mason University. [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/dialogue-for-democracy-100116/)]

**How Retirement Communities Work – A Free Workshop**
Nov 4: Interested in learning about how Continuing Care Retirement Communities work, but don’t know where to start? Join us on 11/4 to learn more! [[Event](https://www.ffxnow.com/events/how-retirement-communities-work-a-free-workshop-100322/)]

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## ☀️ Weather update

**Today:** Fairfax County saw a high of 66° at 2:25 p.m. (2° below normal), a low of 43° at 4:50 a.m., no rain and a peak gust of 22 mph.

**Tonight:** Clear, with a low around 41. North wind around 7 mph.

**Thursday:** Sunny, with a high near 64. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

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