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People speak about new car dealership, dog policy at public forum
Residents took their place in front of the microphone during Tuesday’s public forum to voice their concerns over a number of issues. A total of 11 speakers signed up, with four of them speaking on the recent changes to animal ordinances, and three discussing the proposed car dealership at the Route 4 and 235 intersection. Bridget Lawrence of California spoke about the flooding in the Woodland Acres neighborhood, near a...
Sunderland couple re-enact first date on North Beach boardwalk
What started as a first date 20 years ago became an annual tradition for a Calvert couple who return to North Beach every year to recreate when they first met and ice cream sparked their romance. Kevin Clark, 68, and Mary Clark, 71, of Sunderland met 20 years ago on July 17, 2004, on the North Beach boardwalk. They were both divorced at the time, and they connected online through eHarmony. ...
Groups demonstrate in downtown Baltimore against investing in gas infrastructure
A coalition of groups demonstrated Thursday in downtown Baltimore over gas. The coalition, including members of CASA, the Climate Action Network and the Maryland PIRG Foundation, called on Maryland's utilities to stop investing in gas infrastructure. A report from the Office of the People's Counsel found gas utility spending increased...
Spotsy Driver Admits To Drinking, Driving Before Crash At Fredericksburg Intersection: Police
A Spotsylvania woman was arrested after smashing into another driver in Fredericksburg while allegedly driving under the influence, police say.Over the weekend, an officer on patrol in downtown Fredericksburg spotted a red Toyota RAV 4 that blew through the stop sign at the intersection of Fauquier…
Fredericksburg: Spanberger pushes CSX railroad for answers on train derailment
On the evening of July 20, five cars from a CSX freight train derailed, flattened one building and caused significant damage to a residential complex and personal property in the city of Fredericksburg. During a briefing held by CSX in Fredericksburg yesterday, the railroad company shared that the derailment and...
Smallest and largest homes sold in Alexandria (June 2024)
Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the smallest and largest homes sold last month (June 2024). 3705 Taft Ave — Seminary Hill — $1,590,000 (6 beds | 4.5 baths | 4,948 sq. ft.) 303 Rucker Place —...
Area gas prices down two cents in the last week
Triple A Mid-Atlantic says gas prices in Virginia area down three cents in the last week, up ten cents in a month and about four cents cheaper than on this day last year. Fredericksburg gas prices are down two cents since last week.
What’s Up in Alexandria This Weekend: Aslin Summer Games; Beats, Bites, and Brews in Old Town; and more
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend, Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to ALXnow. Friday, July 26. Things To Do. 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Mr. Lilo at Charles E....
Beloved Virginia couple die in plane crash
RONKONKOMA, N.Y. — A beloved Virginia couple has died after a small plane crash in New York. The pilot, Christopher Kucera, 46, of Fredericksburg and his passenger, Zachary Hatcher, 43, of King George, Virginia both died as a result of the crash. On Monday, investigators say a single engine...
Mike Locksley on starting the post-Tagovailoa era, his new "mayor" role, recruiting and more
College football media days signal that the start of the season is near. Locksley, who traveled to Indianapolis with wide receiver Tai Felton, linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II and defensive lineman Jordan Phillips, enters Year Six at the helm of the Terps. He enters a new era without quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, the Big Ten's all-time leading passer whose college career wrapped up after four years in College Park. Either Billy Edwards or MJ Morris seem set to fill his shoes behind a new-look offensive line.
Weiss Earns Elite Certification Central Fort Bend Chamber leader part of latest Certified Chamber Executive class
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — July 24, 2024 — Kristin Weiss, CCE, IOM, President & CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber, has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Virginia, that has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry.
Churchill Downs record results fine, but more work ahead
After record quarterly results, it would be natural for Churchill Downs CEO Bill Carstanjen to take a victory lap. Churchill Downs Wednesday reported revenue of $890.7 million and EBITDA of $444.8 million, both records, for 2Q24. “We are demonstrating that we can deliver strong returns on the strategic choices and...
JD Vance Resides in Proximity to an LGBTQ+ Bar in a Gayborhood of Washington D.C.
When I first heard about J.D. Vance, the Appalachian LARPer and Republican candidate for Vice President, I didn’t think we had anything in common. However, recent news reports have shed light on surprising similarities between us. It turns out that Vance lives in a gayborhood in the D.C. area and even brought baked goods to a trans friend after their top surgery.
B-CC High teacher’s lawsuit alleging false accusations of racism to continue
A Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School teacher’s lawsuit alleging he was falsely accused of racism is moving forward after a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge denied a motion to dismiss the case against B-CC Principal Shelton Mooney and the county school board. Now B-CC teacher Daniel Engler and his attorneys...
‘Pretty cool’: Metallica tours Alexandria vinyl record pressing plant the band bought
Metallica’s heavy metal music has been heard all over the world for 43 years — and they recently got their first tour of the Alexandria, Virginia, record pressing plant they own. Last year, when Metallica invested in Furnace Record Pressing, they gained a majority interest in the plant,...
City reaches for Summits with latest economic development hire
Fredericksburg has a new director of economic development and tourism. Josh Summits was hired to replace Bill Freehling, whose 10-year tenure ended June 25. Summits, a Pennsylvania native, was the business development manager in Stafford County, where he worked since 2019. He’s spent 15 years working in urban development, community revitalization, and economic development. He begins working in Fredericksburg in mid-August.
Former art gallery being considered for apartments, co-work space and restaurant
Multi-use buildout could take two years; developer may close in September. LURAY, July 25 — A Washington, D.C.-based developer executed a contract on June 10 for the right to purchase the three-story, brick structure at 15 Campbell Ave., formally the site of a local art gallery for more than two decades. A 90-day “study period” will be ending shortly after Labor Day. If plans proceed, the building’s nearly 34,000 square feet will be renovated and converted to apartments, co-work space, a restaurant, gym and music venue, according to plans presented to the Luray Council during its work session on Monday.
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
The Story Behind Shark Tooth Island: Hollis Marsh, Currioman Bay, and Nomini Creek
Last week, the remote and disappearing Shark Tooth Island was our most-clicked headline. We wrote about a research team from the University of Mary Washington who is studying this special island in the Potomac. But the sandbar, or “island,” has an even bigger backstory. Most charts show it as Hollis...
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