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Arlington has awarded $2.4 million to nonprofits in a new equity-based grant program. The county announced yesterday (Wednesday) that a total of 22 nonprofits received funding through the RACE to…

A Florida man is facing a criminal citation after being caught with a gun at an airport checkpoint for the second time, according to federal authorities. The man was stopped…

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Good Company Doughnuts and Cafe is about to open another location, this time in D.C. The Arlington-born, all-day cafe, also known as GoCoDough, has a new spot near the Waterfront…

Cappuccino machine at Portofino’s Restaurant in Crystal City (Flickr pool photo by Jason Gooljar) Thank You, Savannah! — Today is the last working day for Savannah Taffe, ARLnow’s spring semester…

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Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. News recap The following articles were published earlier today —…

May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to honor the multifaceted contributions of AAPI communities to Arlington’s economic, cultural and social tapestry. Celebrate AAPI heritage…

A parent association is asking Arlington Public Schools to change its policy of providing every student with an iPad or MacBook. Arguing that the devices are bad for children’s mental…

Join the 10th Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts this weekend on April 27 and 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discover incredible handmade-in-the-USA artwork in Clarendon — Arlington’s…

Fairfax County, VA – Seven out-of-state suspects, possibly linked to other burglaries across the country, have been arrested in Chesterfield, VA for a Lake Barcroft burglary. On April 21, around…

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A elementary school counselor in Fairfax County has been arrested after police say he headbutted an 11-year-old who called him a name.

A middle school counselor in Fairfax County has been arrested after police say he headbutted an 11-year-old who called him a name.

Usman Shahid is charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter related to the deaths of two Oakton High School students in June 2022.

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that it plans to report financial results for…

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amped Fitness®, the independently-owned and rapidly-expanding fitness franchise, recently announced the Grand Opening of their Tallahassee, Florida location, set for May 20th, 2024.

ATLANTA, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:ROL), a premier global consumer and commercial services company announced that the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on…

On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10:19PM, Prince William County Police officers responded to the area of Richmond Hwy. (US Rte. 1) and Pine Bluff Dr. in Dumfries (22026) to…

The Annual Tea Festival will be held at the Lake Anne Plaza Waterfront in Reston on Saturday May 4, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. with programs and 40+ vendors,, according…

Shredding continues to be an important step in preventing identity fraud. Despite all of the online crimes out there, criminals don’t hesitate to dumpster dive for valuable sensitive personal information,…

Coles Supervisor Yesli Vega issued this statement: "Today (April 25, 2024) I was notified that graffiti including antisemitic symbols were found at Coles Elementary and Benton Middle School. I want…

Police are searching for the driver who struck a motorcycle, killing the rider, then fled the scene Wednesday night on U.S. 1 in the Dumfries area.

The Manassas City School Board on Tuesday adopted changes to next school year's calendar, allowing more time for teachers to complete newly required trainings and adjust to new standards from…

Police are searching for the person who abandoned a small dog with a broken leg on a street in Lake Ridge late Sunday afternoon.

Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth told the Board of County Supervisors this week that declining to fully fund her budget request will result in her office offloading courtroom…

Citizen feedback on the proposed Manassas city budget for fiscal 2025 was a mixed bag during a public hearing Monday night, with some residents urging council to consider reducing the…

The race for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District is shaping up to be very competitive — and very expensive.

RICHMOND, Va. – George Michael Vasiloff loved music, his family and barbecues. The native Minnesotian played saxophone and clarinet and performed in the Marine Corp. band. He shared his love…

W&OD Trail in Herndon (staff photo by James Jarvis) The Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail has reached the half-century mark. The Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority (NOVA Parks) is…

SEIU member and Fairfax County employee Ellisa Green speaks at county budget hearing on April 17, 2024 (courtesy of SEIU Virginia 512) The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors faces tough…

The Reston community yard sale in fall 2023 (photo by Sean Bahrami/Reston Association) Reston’s popular community yard sale is temporarily moving down the road. More than 3,000 people are expected…

Marc Smith will serve as the new Herndon economic development director starting in May (courtesy Town of Herndon) The Town of Herndon is getting a new director of economic development.…

A fire at a warehouse in Sterling provided an opportunity for Restonians to have some lighthearted, catastrophe-related fun on Facebook, speculating as to the source of the smoke. But of…

OmBaked CBD Boutique at Lake Anne Plaza in Reston (staff photo by James Jarvis) OmBaked CBD Boutique at Lake Anne Plaza in Reston is hosting a holistic health fair next…

Taim Mediterranean Kitchen is officially open in Reston (Photo courtesy taim). Taim Mediterranean Kitchen in Reston has permanently closed just four months after its opening. The New York-based chain, known…

Lake Anne Plaza in Reston (staff photo by James Jarvis) The Lake Anne Plaza summer concert series is making a comeback after a five-year break. Beginning on Wednesday, June 12,…

Fairfax County police vehicle with lights (file photo) A juvenile was arrested for allegedly abducting and raping an adult woman in Reston. The incident occurred just before 11:30 p.m. on…

A statue of Reston founder Robert E. Simon sits on a bench at Lake Anne Plaza (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Reston is sort of an odd duck — an…

South Lake Drive Park basketball court (courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority) The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking feedback from residents on proposed improvements to the basketball court at…

Written by Mina Lucks, Synergy Design & Construction While adopting sustainable changes may seem overwhelming at first, taking small and intentional steps in our interior environment is an easy way to…

Stellina Pizzeria has a launch date for its upcoming Tysons restaurant. The D.C.-based chain will open its largest location yet at Capital One Center (1610 Capital One Drive) in Tysons...…

Left to right: Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling President Bruce Wright, Hunter Mill District Supervisor Walter Alcorn and Reston Bike Club Vice Chairman Joel Kuester team up to promote the...…

Tysons Corner Center visitors will get another opportunity to sample the mall’s culinary scene this spring. After drawing a big crowd when it launched last year, the Taste of Tysons...…

Proper dental care is even more important for children with special physical, medical, developmental, or behavioral conditions, especially since children with special needs are more likely to develop dental problems…

Sign for a private parking lot limited to Vienna Shopping Center customers and tenants (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Vienna is considering several options to improve parking availability along its...…

The Starbucks at the Chesterbrook Shopping Center (6214 Old Dominion Drive) in McLean has reopened after an extensive facelift. Starbucks closed in early March to get some interior design improvements....…

Armored Fresh, a Food Tech Innovator, Chooses Fairfax County for Exponential Growth As the home of more than 10,000 technology-based companies in many industries, Fairfax County was the ideal place…

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! The Nance Friday, April 197:30pm Saturday, April 202:00pm & 7:30pm…

Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) announces that the Tephra ICA Arts Festival, formerly titled the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, will take place on May 18–19, 2024 at…

Omigod, omigod you guys! Experience the power of pink with George C. Marshall High School Statesmen Theatre’s production of the smash-hit Legally Blonde: The Musical! Based on Amanda Brown’s comic novel and…

A train at the McLean Metro station platform (file photo) The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is asking the county’s General Assembly delegation to oppose Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s proposed funding...…

8220 Crestwood Heights Drive (image via Google Maps) Fairfax County Fire and Rescue responded to a fire at a high-rise on the 8200 block of Crestwood Heights Drive in Tysons...…

Eight members of the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) were recognized today by the prestigious Virginia Sheriff’s Institute (VSI) Certification Program.

Fundraising numbers are in for the crowded and competitive races to replace outgoing members of Congress in the 7th and 10th districts, signaling which candidates have momentum heading into early…

For the first time in Run the Greenway history, wheelchair users will have their own category at the annual Ashburn race, set this year for May 4 at Loudoun Station.

Book lovers unite! The post Northern Virginia bookshops celebrating Indie Bookstore Day first appeared on The Burn.

Everyone is buzzing about the new weight loss medicines that are out there. The post Cutting-edge medical practice revolutionizes weight loss in Loudoun County first appeared on The Burn.

A proposed housing development that would complete “the last piece” of Goose Creek Village on land initially slated for office buildings will head to a Loudoun County Planning Commission work…

Smart’s Mill students headed to Odyssey of the Mind World Competition

The University of Virginia says concerns about hazing have prompted the school to terminate one local fraternity and suspend three others on its Charlottesville campus. The school said Wednesday that…

The 10th annual Purcellville Music and Arts Festival will be held on April 27 from noon to 7 p.m., rain or shine, according to a press release.

Dangerous antisemitism has targeted the Jewish community since Oct. 7, when Hamas butchered 1,200 Israelis and kidnapped and brutalized hundreds more. Ostensibly “pro-Palestinian,” these demonstrations have shown themselves to be…

The Purcellville Town Council voted 5-2 on April 23 to approve the fiscal 2025 budget and fiscal plan totaling $30.6 million for government and utility operations and investment in capital…

At a Loudoun County Planning Commission meeting April 23, Kim Hart, of the affordable housing developer Good Works, asked everyone in the room to be “a little uncomfortable” as they…

Port City Optimal Wit and ALXnow rabbit affairs editor Hugo (staff photo by Vernon Miles) Port City’s Optimal Wit, its most iconic beer, took home the gold medal at the…

(Photo via Runningbrooke/Facebook) Alexandria’s biggest giving day has done it again. On Wednesday, ACT for Alexandria raised $2.9 million for 188 nonprofits. The final tally will keep changing as donations…

By Mark Edelman Simon Godwin’s estimable production of “Macbeth” has taken DMV audiences by storm, securing Shakespeare Theatre Company’s position as one of our community’s cultural treasures. Landing leading actors…

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Crumbl is coming to 3616 King Street in the Bradlee Shopping Center (staff photo by James Cullum) Crumbl Cookies is coming to Alexandria’s Bradlee Shopping Center. There have been reports…

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Good Thursday morning, Alexandria! Today’s weather: Expect partly sunny conditions with a high around 62°F, accompanied by a north wind at 6-9 mph. As for Thursday night, the sky will…

The body has been taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner who will conduct an autopsy and determine the cause and manner of death.

The body has been taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner who will conduct an autopsy and determine the cause and manner of death.

By Caitlyn Meisner | cmeisner@alextimes.com Councilor and mayoral candidate Alyia Gaskins raised $103,113 in the first quarter of 2024, easily outpacing Vice Mayor Amy Jackson, who raised $43,092 and resident…