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Report: Red Lobster on S. Van Dorn Street is closing in eight days
The announcement that Red Lobster is closing in Alexandria’s West End was met by surprise and skepticism from restaurant staff. The international seafood chain closed about 100 locations after declaring bankruptcy in May, and an August court filing revealed that it will not renew leases at 23 unprofitable locations. Listed locations set to close by Aug. 31 include Alexandria’s at 555 S. Van Dorn Street, according to a report from the Washington Business Journal.
Teacher describes ‘chaotic’ day that led to conviction of Spotsylvania behavioral interventionist
Before Brandi Clark began a career with Spotsylvania County Public Schools in 2021, she worked with young children in California, Oregon and Colorado. She was a kindergarten teacher at Cedar Forest Elementary School from 2021-24 but declined to sign another contract with Spotsylvania schools at the end of last year.
Fredericksburg Man Killed In Crash That Shut Down I-66 In Fairfax County Identified By VSP
New details have been released following a fiery fatal crash on I-66 in Virginia near The Beltway Interchange in Fairfax County on Friday morning.Fredericksburg resident Devin Stewart, 23, has been identified by state police as the person killed in a crash early on Aug. 23 that shut down the inters…
Loudoun County develops new interactive map for residents to find pet-friendly destinations, services
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Loudoun County has a new online mapping tool that makes it easier for pet parents to search for veterinary clinics, pet-friendly parks, restaurants and lodging services. Pet-Friendly Loudoun, the new interactive map, helps pet owners locate parks and trails that allow pets on or off leash, pet-friendly eateries […]
The Ribbon Has Officially Been Cut at Neelsville MS as Students Prepare to Start in the New Building on Monday
Construction is complete at Neelsville Middle School, located at 11700 Neelsville Church Rd in Germantown, with students ready to return to school on Monday. The new Neelsville Middle School was constructed on the same site as the previous school building. The old building will be demolished and replaced with recreational fields and other amenities to make up for similar facilities currently located where the new building has been built. The new facility added six classrooms for a master-planned capacity of 1,190 students.
Day care owner arrested, accused of restraining children with tape in Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Police said they arrested a woman who used tape to restrain children in her at-home day care in Bailey’s Crossroads. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said officers went to the business, located in the 3600 block of Paul St. on Aug. 1 after they received a report […]
Bowie Police are testing stop sign cameras at key intersections
BOWIE, Md. (7News) — Officials from the Bowie Police Department announced that they will be launching a one-month program piloting stop sign cameras. While they have not released the exact locations, stop sign cameras will be installed at two or more following intersections:. Kenhill Drive at Belair Drive. Belair...
2nd annual Black Frederick Festival coming to Carroll Creek
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — Vendors will fill up the Carroll Creek area Saturday for the second annual Black Frederick Festival. Organizers said they plan on bringing some new components to this year’s event. “We’ve been talking about this for a while because we are getting to bring our culture down on the creek,” […]
Giant Food enforces new entry policy for minors at 5 Maryland stores to curb theft
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Two Giant Food locations in Baltimore and three in Prince George's County will no longer allow shoppers under the age of 18 to enter without an adult after 6 p.m. starting Thursday. The store locations:. 5150 Sinclair Ln, Baltimore. 601 East 33rd St. Baltimore. Prince George’s...
Skippylongstocking doubles up in Charles Town Classic
Heading into the latest edition of the Grade 2, $1 million Charles Town Classic for older runners, much of the attention had rightly focused on defending champion Skippylongstocking, winner of a pair of graded stakes since his prior score in the Classic last summer. Skippylongstocking had followed his Classic win...
West Virginia Weather Alert: Monday to See Scorching Temperatures Across the State
Charleston, WV – West Virginians can expect rising temperatures and clear skies starting today and continuing through the weekend. With no rain in sight, outdoor activities should proceed without weather disruptions, though precautions are advised. The National Weather Service has forecast highs of 88°F in Charleston today, increasing to...
West Virginia Gubernatorial candidate requests investigation involving ‘misuse of funds’ at The Greenbrier
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) — Democratic candidate for West Virginia Governor, Steve Williams, issued a statement requesting an investigation into the “misuse of funds” at The Greenbrier. According to a press release, Williams, the current Huntington mayor, asked sitting Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) to launch a formal investigation into the alleged misuse of […]
Justice announces Medicaid rate increase in hopes of improving state’s in-home care worker shortage
Gov. Jim Justice announced Thursday that his administration will increase its funding for state programs that provide in-home care for people with disabilities, seniors and others in hopes of addressing a workforce shortage. The funding will go toward a 15% Medicaid reimbursement rate increase for providers that serve vulnerable adults and children in state waiver […]
Justice attorneys say mine companies can’t pay remaining debt from health, safety fines
In a new filing this week, attorneys for 23 coal companies owned by Gov. Jim Justice and his family argue that a federal court cannot put the companies in contempt for nonpayment of fines due to them being unable to pay the fines. The memorandum — filed Tuesday with the U.S. District Court for the […]
Arby’s Foundation Gives Back To WV Community, Donates to Children in Need
BECKLEY W.Va. (WVDN) – The Arby’s Foundation recently raised funds for both the Children’s Home Society of West Virginia and the Raleigh County Board of Education, totaling more than $15,000 donated to West Virginia children in need. Over the course of six weeks, all Arby’s locations in the Charleston/Huntington and Beckley/Bluefield markets, in conjunction with […] The post Arby’s Foundation Gives Back To WV Community, Donates to Children in Need appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
THE RESULTS ARE IN! WV Secretary of State Mac Warner announces results of “The Kid’s Ballot” from votes cast at the WV State Fair
CHARLESTON W.Va. (Hinton News) – The 2024 WV State Fair has concluded and so has the voting for some of the Fair's favorite foods, animals, and rides. "The Kid's Ballot" is a fun program conducted during the State Fair by WV Secretary of State Mac Warner and his team. This was the third consecutive year that the Secretary of State's booth in the West Virginia Building featured the Ballot for young Fair-goers. This initiative aims to instill early civic engagement among children, giving them a taste of the democratic process. More than 450 kids visited the Secretary of State's booth to cast their votes...
Secret Service and City of Alexandria closing Del Ray park near JD Vance home
We have really bad news for the commentor on the story about JD Vance becoming Trump’s running mate who said “I hope secret service doesn’t close the Judy Lowe Park to expand the security buffer!”. The Secret Service is closing Judy Lowe Park to expand the security...
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