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Maryland woman celebrates 100th birthday on 4th of July with family and friends
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A Maryland family received a special 4th of July gift this year as Alberta Russell celebrated her remarkable 100th birthday. Surrounded by three generations of her family, along with close friends, Alberta marked this significant milestone in her life. She was born in Philadelphia and grew up in New York before moving to Florida and finally settling in Baltimore to be near her loved ones.
Fairfax turtles find a new home up the pond in Manassas
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - The City of Fairfax is removing accumulated sediment and debris that flows down into the pond and improving the pond’s water quality. Dredging the pond increases its water holding capacity and prevents pollutants from reaching the Accotink Creek Watershed. What happens to the turtles once...
Heartbroken pet owner wants answers after beloved dog dies at PetSmart boarding
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) - A Virginia man says his dog died last weekend at a PetSmart boarding facility while he was out of town. Andrew Noles said he got a call from a veterinarian saying his dog Clark was dead when a PetSmart employee dropped him off. According to Noles,...
Craving a unique frozen treat? Here’s the scoop on 14 supercool DC-area ice cream spots
Mother Nature is turning up the temps, so of course, it’s about that time for us to all scream for ice cream. For foodies and lovers of culinary variety, though, it can be a rocky road to finding an ice cream treat or flavor that has yet to dazzle and delight your summertime taste buds.
Pennsylvania’s Gray Earns First Win at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Potomac River
MARBURY, Md. (May 20, 2024) – Boater Daniel Gray of Butler, Pennsylvania, caught a five-bass limit weighing 17 pounds, 5 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on the Potomac River . Hosted by the Charles County Board of Commissioners, the tournament was the first event of the season for the BFL Northeast Division. Gray earned $10,926, including the lucrative $7,000 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus, for his victory.
Stafford County deputies to the rescue! Eagle, turtle, bird given second chance
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Deputies from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) picked up three animals, and two were sent to recover at the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center. Deputies rescued an injured eagle and a bird with a broken wing — and picked up a turtle from a driveway. On Monday morning, […]
VIRGINIA NEWS – Fairfax City set to relocate their turtles to dredge Ashby Pond
Fairfax City is set to relocate its turtles in preparation for the Ashby Pond dredging and environmental improvement project. The Department of Public Works will begin capturing and relocating the turtles to ensure their safety during the construction process. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance Ashby Pond’s capacity to manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and restore the pond’s ecological balance. Residents can observe the trapping and relocation process, which is permitted and managed by a specific group of experts, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily.
Mount Vernon area garden shop seeks local artists for special event
The Garden Plot, the Mount Vernon area garden center whose tagline is “Helpful People, Happy Plants,” has put out a “Call for Local Artists” for a special event next month. The business is planning an outdoor art and gardening event Aug. 17-18 from 10 a.m. to...
Custom gelato pop shop opens in Clarendon
An eatery offering a unique option to beat the heat has opened in Clarendon. Fantasticks, which offers custom gelato popsicles, opened last week at The Crossing Clarendon (2800 Clarendon Blvd). The booth sits in the middle of the N. Edgewood Street loop, just outside of Barnes & Noble. Customers can...
Hot Talent: Julia Rose Schweyer
Asked whether quitting her job in finance to launch a design firm was a scary decision, Julia Rose Schweyer responds promptly: “No, it felt scarier not to take the plunge. I was ready to do something on my own that made me happy—I felt drawn to a creative outlet.”
Manicure and Pedicure Spots Where Your Digits Get Vacation-Ready
Visit these nail bars, salons, and spas to look your best. Before your next trip to the beach, polish up your nails with these cleansing and soothing manicures and pedicures. Here are some spots around NoVA to meet all your nail needs. Dante Salon & Wellness Spa. For over 20...
Notes: Old Town restaurant wins wine award
⛈️ Today’s weather: Expect showers and thunderstorms after 2pm, with patchy fog clearing by 8am. The day will be partly sunny and hot, reaching a high of 97 and heat index values up to 107, accompanied by a southwest wind at 3-7 mph. Precipitation chances are 40%. For Friday night, there’s a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, with mostly cloudy skies and a low of 78. South wind will be around 6 mph.
Elaine’s Restaurant, A Mecca of Modern Mediterranean Cooking
Alexandria, VA – Just a few short blocks from King St. at 208 Queen St. is Elaine’s Restaurant. The restaurant is the creation of Cynthia and Jeffrey Higgins, a life-long promise to her grandmother that one day, she would own a restaurant and name it after her. The result is a mecca filled with modern Alexandrian (Egyptian) Mediterranean cooking using family recipes that are influenced by Middle Eastern, French, Italian, and Greek flavors. That translates into brunch, lunch, or dinner for diners as they immerse themselves in a true dining experience.
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