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Report: Red Lobster on S. Van Dorn Street is closing in eight days
The announcement that Red Lobster is closing in Alexandria’s West End was met by surprise and skepticism from restaurant staff. The international seafood chain closed about 100 locations after declaring bankruptcy in May, and an August court filing revealed that it will not renew leases at 23 unprofitable locations. Listed locations set to close by Aug. 31 include Alexandria’s at 555 S. Van Dorn Street, according to a report from the Washington Business Journal.
Doughlab bringing new doughnut shop to Loudoun
A new doughnut shop is in the works for a shopping center in Loudoun County. And while it has a new name, you may be familiar with its predecessor. We’re talking about Doughlab, a new retail shop coming to the Cascades Overlook center in Sterling. It’s taking the 800 s.f. space that was vacated by Abbott’s Frozen Custard when that shop closed late last year.
Secret Service and City of Alexandria closing Del Ray park near JD Vance home
We have really bad news for the commentor on the story about JD Vance becoming Trump’s running mate who said “I hope secret service doesn’t close the Judy Lowe Park to expand the security buffer!”. The Secret Service is closing Judy Lowe Park to expand the security...
"Whooping cough" cases rise in Fairfax, Va. amid national increase, health officials warn
FAIRFAX, Va. (7News) — Pertussis illness, also known as "whooping cough," has been increasing across Fairfax, Virginia and nationwide, the Fairfax County Health Department reported. Pertussis is a bacteria-caused illness that can spread from one person to another through the air. Health officials said that it easily spreads when...
New in NoVa: Canadian shawarma chain opening first Northern Virginia location
We always like to keep an eye on new national chains (and international chains in this case) that are coming to the area. And there’s an interesting one debuting this coming week. It’s called Osmow’s Shawarma. The brand has 180+ locations, but most of them are in Canada. Now,...
Children Activities by Samuels Public Library for the Month of September
These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of September 2024. More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153. Monday, September 2. The library will be closed...
Fairfax County throwing free double-feature drive-in movie event
CHANTILLY, Va. (DC News Now) — Fairfax County is throwing a free double-feature drive-in movie experience on Saturday. The event will be held at the Sully Historic Site, located at 3650 Historic Sully Way in Chantilly, attendees can watch Elemental and then Migration with a 10-minute intermission in between the two movies. Early attendees can […]
Marine Corps Base Quantico testing this week
August 26, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Live Fire Demo 50Lbs and Below (Frag) August 27, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Live Fire Demo 50Lbs and Below (Frag) *August 28, 7:00 a.m. – August 29, 5:00 p.m. Live Fire Demo 50Lbs and Below (Frag), .50Cal and below.
Leonardtown, Maryland's MSP Weekly Press Release for Wednesday, August 21, 2024
ST. MARY'S COUNTY, MD - MSP Barrack “T” Leonardtown, Maryland issued this weekly news release on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. On 8/19/2024, S/T Oyler responded to the Harris Teeter parking lot in California MD for the report of a verbal domestic. Upon further investigation CDS was observed in plain sight. It was determined the female subject Hulce, Leisha Kurlansik, 64 of Welcome, MD was in possession of CDS. Hulce was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was charged with CDS: possession-not cannabis.
City of Harrisburg investigating reports of 'group of neo-Nazis carrying swastika flags'
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The City of Harrisburg says the mayor and police commissioner are aware of a masked group carrying flags with swastikas on them downtown, and it's being investigated. In a Facebook post made Saturday afternoon, the city denounced the group, saying in part:. The City of...
Police investigating commercial robbery at MGM National Harbor
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) said a commercial robbery occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino on Saturday afternoon. PGPD said the robbery took place at around 3:15 p.m. and that no one was injured. As of Saturday afternoon, detectives were investigating.
Man shot, killed in Northwest DC identified
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said it’s investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest D.C. that took place on Friday evening. Police said that at about 7 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Girard St. for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived at the scene, they found […]
Police Seek Information on Retail Theft at Waynesboro Walmart
Washington Township Police are seeking assistance in identifying two persons of interest linked to a retail theft incident. The theft occurred on August 20, 2024, around 9:10 PM at the Walmart located at 12751 Washington Township Blvd., Waynesboro, PA. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the male and female...
Top Contracts Execs to Watch in 2024: Booz Allen’s Linda J. Asher
Senior Vice President & Head of Contracts, Procurement and Pricing, Booz Allen Hamilton. Linda Asher is most proud of the transformational technology and critical capabilities Booz Allen delivers to clients across missions of national importance, from protecting the nation to transforming health care, exploring space, securing critical infrastructure and more. In an unprecedented time of accelerated technology advancements, Asher is committed to working with policy and procurement leaders to deliver innovative and outcomes-based solutions that enable mission success.
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