Route 1 Dispatches: New Businesses Arrive on Route 1

Each week, Patch brings you the top headlines from the Route 1 corridor. Read more about each story by clicking on the links!

Huntington-Belle Haven Patch

New businesses are beginning to move into the Kings Crossing shopping center. 

The Fairfax County Police Department is boosting their efforts to raise awareness and publicize their goal of alcohol enforcement on the roads this holiday season.

Fort Hunt Patch

Virginia Delegate Scott Surovell (D-44th) announced Wednesday he is proposing legislation to make texting while driving a Class 1 misdemeanor.

Construction on the new Mount Vernon Costco Wholesale location is progressing. The store is slated to open in May 2013.

Mount Vernon Patch

The fire that ravaged a home in the 4100 block Fielding St. on Thursday is , according to the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department. Seven occupants were displaced as a result of the fire.

The Majors girls basketball team broke Oakton’s 34-game winning streak at Tuesday night’s home game, bringing the Majors to 2-0 this seaon.

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