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‘Liz’ Bobo, Maryland’s first female county executive and environmental advocate, surprised by dedication
Elizabeth “Liz” Bobo was surprised in June when she learned County Executive Calvin Ball had named two baseball fields at Centennial Park West in her honor. What surprised her wasn’t the dedication itself, but the fact that the fields had synthetic surfaces made of AstroTurf. Bobo was Maryland and Howard’s first female county executive. She’s also a staunch environmentalist who, she recalled, ...
Sweet & Sassy leaving its longtime Leesburg location
Sweet & Sassy — a longtime kids spa and salon at the Village at Leesburg center — will be leaving the center at the end of next month. Sweet & Sassy has offered haircuts and hair styling, makeovers, spa treatments, and even ear piercing since it first opened a decade ago.
Sprouts supermarket announces October opening in Leesburg
The much anticipated new Sprouts Farmers Market — an organic and natural foods grocery store — has announced the planned opening date for its new Leesburg store. The official date is Friday, October 11. The Sprouts store is currently under construction in the Battlefield Shopping Center off Edwards...
Jury-duty questionnaires coming to Arlington homes
Approximately 35,000 randomly selected residents of Arlington and neighboring Falls Church soon will be receiving juror-questionnaire postcards from the Arlington Circuit Court. Those receiving the questionnaires are required by law to respond online within 10 days. Responses will be used to qualify residents for jury duty during calendar year 2025.
Life-Size Dino Fest Coming to Loudoun County This Fall
Over 20 animatronic dinosaurs will make Great Country Farms their home this October. Dinosaurs are on the verge of invading Bluemont. This fall, the Mesozoic creatures will be taking over Great Country Farms during its first Dino Fest. The festival kicks off on October 31 and runs through November 24....
Baltimore County Athletic Trainer Was at Practice the Day Player Died
A Baltimore County Public Schools spokesperson confirmed Monday that an athletic trainer attended football practice at Franklin High School in Reisterstown, Md., last week when a 16-year-old player collapsed and later died. As reported by Capital Gazette, first responders with the Baltimore County Fire Department arrived at the football field...
If you’re traveling north this weekend an alert from VDOT
VDOT in NoVA says all travel lanes on the Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 in McLean are scheduled to be shifted to a new northern portion of the bridge this weekend, Aug. 23-26. Travelers should avoid the Georgetown Pike and I-495 interchange area all weekend, as lanes will be reduced on Georgetown Pike and I-495 (Capital Beltway) ramps will be closed with detours in place.
Two women up for Shepherdstown seat on Jefferson County Commission
SHEPHERDSTOWN — During the General Election this November, two local women will be vying for the Shepherdstown Magisterial District seat on the Jefferson County Commission (JCC). Cara Keys (R) and Carrie Blessing (D) are both well known to the Shepherdstown community, as presidents of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown...
D.C. FEMS responds to gas leak in Munson Hall
D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to a gas leak in Munson Hall on Thursday night. FEMS Public Information Officer Vito Maggiolo said FEMS dispatched three units and a fire chief to 2212 I Street at 11:24 p.m. in response to a report of a gas leak in the residence hall. Five GW Police Department officers asked all evacuated residents to remain outside until 11:59 p.m. when FEMS completed their work and permitted the students to re-enter the building.
Suspect in custody after fatal shooting in Reston
Several members attempting to enter Gold’s Gym in Reston to workout on Tuesday were met with armed officers and police tape at the entrance to the gym. Across the Dulles Toll Road, workers in office buildings could see and hear two helicopters hovering over the area. Pollice responded to...
Men’s Soccer Suffers Season-Opening Loss to George Mason
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Early chances and a late push could not materialize into a goal for the Navy men's soccer team in its 2024 season opener, as the Midshipmen (0-1-0) fell to George Mason (1-0-0) by a 2-0 score Thursday night at the Glenn Warner Soccer Facility. Despite a...
New Ukrainian Restaurant Opens Maryland Outpost
Back in May we let you know that Ruta Ukrainian Restaurant was coming to 4862 Cordell Ave in Bethesda, the former site of Momo Chicken. The restaurant announced via social media that it’s now open for lunch and dinner. “We’re excited to bring the taste of Ukraine to Bethesda!...
Super Beauty Smash And Grab: Destruction And Theft At Waldorf Market Place
WALDORF, Md. – An 18-year-old Towson resident, Makenzie Amara Earle, is facing charges of malicious destruction of property following an incident at the Waldorf Market Place on July 30, 2024. According to police reports, Charles County authorities were called to the Super Beauty store in Waldorf after receiving reports of theft and significant damage to store property.
SUV crashes through Whole Foods parking garage wall, hangs partially over edge
WASHINGTON - Authorities say an SUV has crashed through the wall of a second-floor parking garage at a Whole Foods supermarket in northwest D.C. Crews responded to the scene in the 4500 block of 40th Street around 9 a.m. on Thursday. ◀︎ ▶︎. ▼. Images show the hood and...
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