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Virginia Community Ranked Third 'Best Place To Live For Families' New Fortune Report Finds
If you know, you know. It's no secret to Fairfax County residents, but Fortune made it official, naming Chantilly the third "best place to live for families" in a newly released ranking, citing it as "a serene escape" from the DC craziness.Researchers cited Chantilly's proximity to t…
Clarke County Historical Association Secures Grant
The Clarke County Historical Association has been awarded a $850,000 grant to fund. repairs to the dam upstream of the Burwell-Morgan Mill and the mill’s historic water wheel. The grant will be distributed through the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. To facilitate this process, the Clarke County Board of...
Police: Car totaled in Vienna after being hit by red-light runner
A motorist was traveling northbound on Courthouse Road, S.W., with the green light on July 21 at 3:34 p.m. when the vehicle was hit by another whose driver was headed eastbound on Nutley Street, S.W., and ran a red light, Vienna police said. The accident totaled the struck vehicle, police...
McLean Post 270 continues a familiar plight in postseason play
The team didn’t last as long in the playoffs this season, but McLean Post 270 again continued its trend of winning once a postseason tournament began after having a losing regular-season record. This summer, McLean finished 4-13 during the American Legion’s District 17 regular season, earning the bottom seed...
Popular DMV Food Truck Announces Opening Date for First Brick and Mortar Location
Char’d opened its first food truck in Northern, VA in April of last year, followed by its Gaithersburg truck in November. Menu items include the Original Char’d (w/ grass-fed beef, American cheese, shreduce, onion, pickle, and CHAR’D sauce,) the Hot Char’d (with pickled jalapenos & CHAR’D jalapeno sauce,) fries, and grilled cheese sandwiches.
The Container Store at One Loudoun opens its doors
It’s the day many area shoppers have been waiting for — the opening of Loudoun County’s first Container Store. The new location at One Loudoun opened its doors today — Saturday, July 27. Shoppers streamed into the 17,000+ s.f. store with its aisles and shelves packed...
2nd Annual Taste of Rio Takes Place Sunday, September 29th
The second annual Taste of Rio will take place on Sunday, September 29th from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg. The inaugural Taste of Rio event was held on Sunday, October 15, 2023. “Join us for a foodie celebration on the lakefront featuring bites from...
Loudoun United FC’s Influence on USA Soccer at 2024 Paris Olympics
Amid the Olympics focus on the U.S. U23s, a notable impact is seen from a strong USL Championship side, Loudoun United FC, with alumni in the U.S. squad and staff. Led by coach Ryan Martin, the team's youth development balances success and experience, showcasing a different path from MLS Next Pro. The representation from Loudoun at the Paris Olympics signals the league's growing influence, reflected in players like Griffin Yow and Kevin Paredes on the U.S. team.
UT alum earns position with National Symphony Orchestra
Evan Williams, a Butler School of Music alumnus, recently earned a prized position with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Williams’ audition for the National Symphony took place over three days. He estimated the symphony invited about 200 people to audition the first day, but only 10 musicians advanced to the second day of auditions. Eventually, the orchestra whittled down its selection to Williams and one other musician.
Search continues for missing American University student
WASHINGTON — Friends and family of a 19-year-old American University student who hasn't been since in three days are asking for the public's help in finding him. According to social media posts made by the man's roommate, Kris Emmanuel Estrada was last seen Thursday near a well-known Northwest, D.C. grocery store.
Four men allegedly involved in Metrobus shooting in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — A shooting occurred on a Metrobus in Northwest, D.C. Sunday afternoon, according to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. The shooting took place on a 92 bus parked at 13th and U Street in Northwest, officials said. Four men allegedly were involved in the shooting. There...
Some faded graffiti remains outside Union Station following protests
WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — Some faded graffiti remains on the statue and replica Liberty Bell at Union Station, days after peaceful demonstrations in the area escalated to vandalism. "To have people and that level of hatred directed towards another people group and the antisemitism that was here, that was...
Gotham FC manages a win over the Washington Spirit thanks to Yazmeen Ryan
On Sunday evening, NJ/NY Gotham FC played their second match of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup. It was a special home game away from home, for the Bats were at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. This is the home of the Philadelphia Union, and there are plenty of fans in the state. Plus, the team represents New Jersey, so sometimes Southern New Jersey fans find the trek to the Philadelphia area to be easier.
United Airlines flight from Houston to Boston diverted to Dulles due to 'medical issue'
EAST BOSTON, Mass. — United Airlines Flight 2477 from Houston to Boston made an unexpected stop on Sunday in Washington, D.C., after at least one passenger suffered a medical issue. Records from FlightAware show the flight departed from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas, at 9:39 a.m. and...
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