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Basketball Court Improvements Coming Soon at Two Fairfax County Parks
The Fairfax County Park Authority will soon begin repairing the basketball courts at Groveton Heights Park and Centre Ridge North Park. Construction is expected to begin this week, and weather permitting, take approximately three weeks to complete. Both parks will remain open during the construction, but residents should expect occasional disruptions along the trail at Centre Ridge North Park, which may temporarily affect playground access. Park staff and the contractor will work to minimize any disruptions.
Madison football team looks to continue string of big success
With a 44-9 overall record and winning four straight region championships since the 2020 season, what might be next for the Madison Warhawks this fall, and can the high-school football team continue its string of success?. During that stretch, Madison has won three Concorde District championships and played in the...
Riskified Names F.C. Native Meredith to Board of Directors
Riskified, a leader in ecommerce fraud and risk intelligence, today announced the appointment of Falls Church native David Meredith to its Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to welcome David Meredith to our Board of Directors,” said Eido Gal, CEO and Co-Founder of Riskified. “David brings extensive experience in corporate strategy, customer acquisition and organizational leadership having worked with, and led, a number of leading SaaS and cloud-based application businesses. David’s deep expertise and track record in scaling technology businesses aligns with our strategic priorities, and his appointment is expected to help Riskified continue to deliver long-term shareholder value.”
BREAKING: Man awaiting trial for Reston double-murder dies in jail
A man charged with killing a Reston couple in 2017 died this morning after being taken to a hospital from Fairfax County’s jail. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, Nicholas Giampa, now 24, was found “unresponsive” in his cell at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center around 1:58 a.m.
JUST IN: Fairfax County to clear Reston homeless camp starting next week
Fairfax County will soon begin shutting down a homeless encampment that has occupied woods near the Inova Emergency Room in Reston for years. The county’s Office to Prevent and End Homelessness announced today (Thursday) that “no trespassing” signs will be posted around the site known informally as “The Hill” next Tuesday (Aug. 27). A fence will be constructed on Sept. 10 to formally close the property.
Howard superintendent says ‘the buses are coming’ on first day of school
Student transportation is among the priorities outlined in a 90-day plan put forward by Bill Barnes when he became permanent superintendent of Howard County’s public school system July 1. “The goal is to make sure that this first day is much more typical than past first days,” Barnes said. Barnes has served as acting superintendent since Jan. 10, after previous superintendent Michael Martirano ...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Gas leak reported in Fairfax County, some roads closed in Centreville area
CENTREVILLE, Va. (7News) — Fairfax County Fire and Rescue is on the scene of a gas leak in the Centreville, Virginia area. Route 29 was closed at Stringfellow Road as crews work to control the leak since 2 p.m., but the left lane recently reopened. Expect delays for an extended period of time.
Boys & Girls Club opens new location on Howard Community College campus, aided by Ball
(WBFF) — Howard Community College (HCC), the Boys & Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore, and County Executive Calvin Ball announced the opening of a new Boys & Girls Club on the campus of HCC. Ball committed more than $220,000 from his fiscal year 2025 budget towards the program's launch.
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....
Mamta Bhatt's Husband Charged With Concealing Body, Arrested, Manassas Park Police Say
Charges have been filed against Naresh Bhatt in his wife's disappearance, police announced.On Thursday afternoon, Aug. 22, Manassas Park police announced that Naresh Bhatt was charged with prohibition against concealment of dead body after a search warrant was executed at the home he shared with Ma…
Labor Day Weekend Operating Hours and Events By Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks has announced Labor Day weekend operating hours and events, including extending its Open Parkways through Monday, September 2, 2024, for the holiday weekend and the close of summer season amenities. The full announcement can be seen below. Last chance to enjoy Montgomery Parks’ summer amenities for the season:...
Women’s Soccer Returns Home Thursday Night
WASHINGTON (August 21, 2024) – Howard University women's soccer team returns to Greene Stadium Thursday (Aug. 22), hosting DMV rival George Mason on International Night. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. FOLLOW THE ACTION Bison Nation can follow all the action via live stats and/or NEC Front Row . MATCHUP PREVIEW HOWARD HU looks to stay unbeaten in the young season (1-0-1). Monday (Aug. 19), the Northeast Conference (NEC) unveiled its weekly accolades where sophomore forward Mimi Richards (Silver Spring, Md.) took home the league's Player of the Week award. On the young season, she leads the NEC with four...
Montgomery Co. first grade teacher charged with selling fentanyl after fatal overdose
A Montgomery County Public Schools first grade teacher has been arrested and charged with selling fentanyl. Police began looking into Sarah Katherine Magid, who teaches at Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School in Silver Spring, Maryland, after a man fatally overdosed on fentanyl in March at a drug recovery housing facility in D.C.
UPS Employee Arrested for Stealing Contents of Packages; Detectives Believe There May Be Additional Victims
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has announced that 26-year-old Adela Beatriz Orellana, of Hyattsville, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of theft for stealing the contents of UPS packages she accepted, while employed at UPS and selling the stolen contents at local pawn shops. According to police,...
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