The passenger of a car has died after the car he was in struck a Fairfax County, Virginia, ambulance that was on its way to an emergency.
The passenger of a car has died after the vehicle they were in struck a Fairfax County, Virginia, ambulance that was on its way to an emergency.
It happened Tuesday afternoon at Worldgate Drive and Alton Square in Herndon.
A Fairfax County ambulance with its “full emergency equipment activated” was trying to turn onto Alton Square, but the driver of a 2007 Hyundai failed to yield and struck the ambulance, according to news release from police.
The car’s passenger, 35-year-old Irvin Escobar Lujuan, of Sterling, was taken to the hospital where he later died. The driver, 23-year-old Jose Lopez Martinez, of Nokesville, was also hospitalized with injuries that were not life-threatening.
Speeding and alcohol appear to be factors in the crash, police said.
Lopez Martinez has been charged with driving while intoxicated.
Two firefighters were also taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.
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The Virginia High School League has banned Hayfield High School’s football team from the 2024 and 2025 postseasons, according to a source deeply familiar with the situation.
After a monthslong investigation into allegations that Hayfield Secondary School’s football coaches improperly recruited players, they’ve been banned from the 2024 and 2025 postseasons.(WTOP/Scott Gelman)
After a monthslong investigation into allegations that Hayfield Secondary School’s football coaches improperly recruited players, they’ve been banned from the 2024 and 2025 postseasons.(WTOP/Scott Gelman)
The Virginia High School League has banned Hayfield High School’s football team from the 2024 and 2025 postseasons, according to a source deeply familiar with the situation.
Hayfield has appealed the decision, though, and a Virginia High School League committee is scheduled to hear the appeal Nov. 4.
A spokesperson for Fairfax County Public Schools told InsideNoVa, “Hayfield Secondary School continues to work closely with the Virginia High School League and we have no further updates at this time.”
Hayfield’s football team is currently 8-1 and rated No. 1 in Class 6, Region C in the latest league power point ratings. Based on regular season results, the ratings determine the top eight teams that qualify for the playoffs from each region.
The first round of the regional playoffs is scheduled to begin the weekend of Nov. 15-16. The regular season ends Nov. 8.
Questions have swirled around the Hayfield team since it hired former Freedom-Woodbridge football coach Darryl Overton earlier this year. Overton led Freedom to two successive Class 6 state championships.
This summer, the Fairfax County school system investigated whether students from Freedom had followed Overton to Hayfield and were not living in Hayfield’s school district.
After a two-month investigation, Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid in August announced Hayfield’s football program had been cleared of any wrongdoing regarding transfers and eligibility following a two-month investigation.
But the Virginia High School League, the principal sanctioning organization for interscholastic athletic competition among public high schools in the state, has the authority to conduct its own separate investigation.
Officials with the Virginia High School League did not wish to comment on the matter.
A young girl in Virginia is passing on her love for reading in a big way. Emma, 11, recently became a Cadet in her Girl Scout Troop and decided to pick a passion of hers for her service project.
Emma Fischer, 11, poses with books she collected for Inova Cares for Children Clinic in Falls Church.
(Courtesy Kolin Fischer)
Courtesy Kolin Fischer
Matua Elementary School sixth grader Emma Fischer counts books she collected for her Girl Scout Cadet service project.
(Courtesy Kolin Fischer)
Courtesy Kolin Fischer
Emma Fischer poses with the box for collecting books in Virginia.
(Courtesy Kolin Fischer)
Courtesy Kolin Fischer
Emma Fischer, 11, organizes books she collected for her Girl Scout Cadet service project.
(Courtesy Kolin Fischer)
Courtesy Kolin Fischer
Emma Fischer, 11, moves books she collected for her Girl Scout Cadet service project.
(Courtesy Kolin Fischer)
Courtesy Kolin Fischer
A young girl in Virginia is sharing her love for reading in a big way.
Emma Fischer, 11, recently became a Cadet in her Girl Scout Troop and decided to pick a passion of hers for her service project.
“I decided to combine my love of reading with this challenge,” Fischer said.
Fischer, a sixth grader at Mantua Elementary School in Fairfax, decided to collect books for the Inova Cares for Children clinic in Falls Church.
She put up flyers and her dad, Kolin, let her post to his Facebook page. She set up a collection box in front of the Mantua Swim and Tennis Club, until they quickly discovered they’d have to keep emptying the box because they were receiving so many donations.
“It was sometimes two, three times a day. We were shuttling back and forth, filling up the car, bringing it back home, and coming back out,” said Kolin.
They collected around 650 new and used books. Fischer said she’s grateful that the books are going to children in need.
“I feel really good about it, and I really love that it takes their minds off of whatever they’re going through right now,” she said.
Fischer and her family will be delivering the books to the clinic next Friday.
Fischer’s dad said his daughter’s love for reading helped their family get through an incredibly tough time.
“My father in law, her grandfather, passed away, and (before) she would come to the hospital with books to take his mind off of what he was going through,” he said. “She thought back to that time when she was coming up with ideas: ‘I was able to take my grandfather’s mind off of the kind of the pain he was going through. And maybe this can help children in the same type of way.’”
Fischer is incredibly grateful that so many people decided to donate.
“It felt amazing. I was really surprised (by) how much the community was willing to support me,” Fischer said.
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Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa’s Fairfax is back in the fray bidding for IDBI Bank with a sweetened deal.
According to highly placed sources aware of the matter Fairfax seems to have agreed for an all-cash compensation structure to acquire IDBI Bank. In addition, Watsa is said to have committed to ensure that the identity of IDBI Bank will be preserved after divestment.
The revised offer from Fairfax is believed to have been communicated to the government officials about two weeks ago.
“Until now, the bidders including Fairfax were hesitant to offer cash compensation and that was a contentious issue because the government usually doesn’t entertain share swap structures. If this is taken care of, the deal may tilt in favour of Fairfax,” said a senior executive aware of the matter. The improved offer comes amidst political tension between India and Canada and the sweetener extended by Fairfax could once again make it a top contender for IDBI Bank.
Revised terms
According to the revised offer, Fairfax India Holding, the Indian entity of the PE major, would bid for IDBI Bank. Since Fairfax is also the promoter of CSB Bank, the former may be merged into IDBI Bank once the deal is sealed, because Indian banking regulations mandate that an investor cannot be a promoter of two banks at the same time. With the market cap of IDBI Bank at ₹90,438 crore multiple times higher than CSB Bank’s ₹5,980 crore market capitalisation, sources say the revised structure would be beneficial for IDBI Bank.
This is a departure from the earlier proposals where Fairfax intended to hold IDBI Bank as a separate entity for a few years post the acquisition and subsequently merge it with CSB Bank. “The Reserve Bank is not keen to allow parallel structures for a common promoter and with IDBI Bank being a very established entity, the government wasn’t not comfortable with the bank losing its identity,” said another senior executive aware of the transaction. Bid from Fairfax India Holding would effectively address concerns raised by the RBI and the government.
With IDBI Bank’s stock price zooming from ₹60 a share when divestment talks were initiated to now over ₹84 a piece, it would be interesting to see if Kotak Mahindra Bank which is also reportedly in fray for IDBI Bank would be willing to match or better Watsa’s offer.
Divestment of IDBI Bank started in October 2022 with Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and the government selling 30.24 per cent stake 30.48 per cent stake respectively in the bank. Email sent to Fairfax and the finance ministry remained unanswered till press time.
Tough to turn down?
Prem Watsa willing offer cash compensation for IDBI Bank
Sources say Fairfax has promised to retain IDBI Bank’s identity after divestment
Revised deal terms said to have been communicated to finance ministry
Divestment of IDBI Bank commenced in Oct 2022
LIC and government to sell 30.24 per cent and 30.48 per cent stake respectively in IDBI Bank
As home inventory continues to fall in major metropolitan cities across the United States, the need for fresh housing supply has pushed a wave of new development projects, many of which are hitting the market now.
Check out luxury new construction homes in four distinct markets currently available for $1 million to $4 million.
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Glenwood Springs, Colorado ($1.5 Million)
With an increased number of lifestyle-based real estate purchases sparked by the pandemic, mountain states like Colorado have seen an influx in second-home buyers in search of “lock-and-leave” multifamily housing. One such project, the upcoming River Grand Residences in the western Colorado mountain town of Glenwood Springs, provides the exact blend of convenience, comforts and proximity to outdoor recreation that these vacation-home buyers seek.
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Located along the Roaring Fork River, this 17-unit multi-residence project will offer three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath floor plans ranging from 1,956 to 2,627 square feet. The surrounding mountain scenery will best be taken in from rooftop decks, available in all floor plans. Other highlights include private garages and units outfitted with elevator access.
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Those interested in visiting Aspen, which resides 40 miles south, can travel in a multitude of ways—CO-82 is a straight shot, the Roaring Fork Bike trail runs from one town to the other and, for the adventurous, the Roaring Fork River passes through both cities as well. Pricing starts at $1.5 million up to $2.5 million.
Built by Classic Homes, this modern Farmhouse-inspired residence in Fairfax, Virginia, lies in the … [+] coveted McLean High School District.
Long & Foster Real Estate
Fairfax, Virginia ($2.29 Million)
On the other side of the country, a new construction home in the Washington, D.C., suburb of Fairfax, Virginia, covers 7,424 square feet across three stories. Featuring a modern farmhouse design, the five-bedroom, six-bathroom home sits on nearly half an acre just outside of downtown McLean, cited regularly as one of the wealthiest cities in America.
The 7,424-square-foot residence features soaring ceilings, wide-plank wood floors and a sumptuous … [+] chef’s kitchen.
Long & Foster Real Estate
Soaring 10-foot ceilings run throughout the main level where the dining room, living space and study are located. The well-stocked open-concept kitchen includes a walk-in pantry, morning area and a butler’s station. Along with four bedrooms, the upstairs houses a laundry room and the master suite, complete with a massive walk-in closet, grand bathroom with soaking tub and sitting room with direct access to a covered balcony.
The lowest level fits a rec room, full bath and game area, with additional space for a bedroom and media room.
Clean lines, dark hues and warming wood panels define this newly built custom home in the Gray’s … [+] Crossing resort community near Lake Tahoe, California.
Tahoe Mountain Realty
Truckee, California ($3.3 Million)
During the pandemic, the small town of Truckee, California, about 10 miles north of Lake Tahoe, became a textbook example of a Zoom town, or a more rural area where remote workers headed when big city life shut down. Three years later and the influx of these buyers, mostly from the Bay Area, has pushed the luxury market in Truckee to new heights. Hence, the emergence of homes like this modern new construction build.
The sleek and modern home features high ceilings and large windows that bring in natural light while … [+] opening the home to views of the golf course.
Tahoe Mountain Realty
Sleek in every sense of the word, the 3,500-square-foot residence features clean lines, high-end finishes and an airy layout. Although completely modern in feel, an emphasis on natural materials recalls the home’s scenic surroundings. Stone is tastefully showcased across the exterior and wood elements can be seen in the slate walls, planked ceilings and hardwood floors.
A gorgeous island with a waterfall edge creates separation between the kitchen and dining area.
Tahoe Mountain Realty
Located off of Gray’s Crossing Golf Course, views of the second fairway can be taken in from the home’s abundance of windows. A private, tree-laden backyard includes a covered patio, outdoor kitchen and firepit.
This multi-level marvel in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas, evokes the Hollywood Hills with its … [+] sleek modern design and xeriscaped yard.
Moreland Properties
Austin, Texas ($4.9 Million)
A rare, new construction product for downtown Austin, this four-bedroom, five-bath luxury home possesses all the dynamism of ultramodern residential designs being built today. Multiple levels with different layouts make for distinct spaces, each with a unique feel. Although the nearby skyline offers the most dramatic views—best seen from the rooftop deck—internally facing windows showcase the beauty of the home itself.
The eye-catching kitchen combines functionality and a sleek aesthetic.
Moreland Properties
Massive movable walls of glass open to a courtyard where a pool with a stylish wall of waterfall features can be mistaken for a dramatic fountain. Indoor blends seamlessly into outdoor thanks to the high-level finishes of the exterior lounge, complete with a shower, faux lawn and hardwood deck.
Moreland Properties
Located at 1208 West 8th Street, the property is minutes away from famous Austin landmarks like the Texas Capital, Blanton Museum of Art and the University of Texas at Austin.
