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A dog owner grieves: 3 dogs die at PetSmart facility
ALEXANDIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Employees of the PetSmart store at Potomac Yard Shopping Center in Alexandria are undergoing retraining following the deaths of the three dogs at the location, according to a company statement. The deaths took place within the span of a week since the first one happened during the last week […]
“Hottest Sandwich Shop” Award Winner Has Locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
Restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered Sunday night at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards Gala. Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced winners and a range of special distinctions, celebrating excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service. The “Hottest Sandwich Shop” award went to Colada Shop, which has locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California, Maryland and Virginia
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Friday (July 19) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Three tickets were sold matching five numbers in California, Maryland and Virginia. The ticket sold in California was sold at a grocery store in the...
Wheaton Mall Update: Openings, Closings, and Coming Soon (Summer 2024)
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, closed, or are coming soon to Wheaton Mall at 11160 Veirs Mill Rd. Sake Japanese Steak House is now open in the space previously occupied by Bar Louie. The restaurant is currently in its soft opening phase and taking reservations. Its menu consists of a variety of appetizers, hibachi, sushi, and more.
Fairfax County paw parents can get their pets microchipped for free during National Lost Pet Prevention Month
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — For the remainder of July, paw parents in Fairfax County can get their pets microchipped for free, thanks to the county’s shelter. In honor of July being National Lost Pet Prevention Month, the Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering free microchips at the shelter’s Vaccine and Microchip Clinics. […]
RAMMY Awards 2024 Winners: Falls Church restaurant, chefs at Anju and Perry's take home top awards
Toasting to the best of the D.C. restaurant scene. The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the 2024 winners on Sunday evening during the RAMMY Awards. Some of the night's biggest awards went to Falls Church's Ellie Bird for New Restaurant of the Year and the team behind Long Shot Hospitality, which operates The Salt Line and Ometeo, among other restaurants.
Free scoops and specials for National Ice Cream Day in D.C.
It's National Ice Cream Day on Sunday. Here's where to find free and BOGO scoops and specials around D.C.Why it matters: Most national food holidays are fake — lookin' at you, Crouton Day — but Ice Cream Day is 1) universally loved, and 2) officially signed into existence by President Reagan in 1984.Just say YES to these specials.🍾 Tipsy Scoop (Penn Quarter): The "ice cream barlour" is giving away 50 free scoops of the new Spiked Cherry Limeade Sorbet to first customers.Ⓜ️ Metrobar (Brentwood): A Sunday ice cream social (12-6pm) combines frozen treats from local vendors, food trucks, a beer...
Tysons Top Doctors and Top Dentists
Find Communicative, Compassionate Doctors and Quality, Top-Notch Dental Care in the Community of Tysons with this cream of the crop selection of area Doctors and Dentists. Choose to follow your favorites on social media to get live updates of their practices. Top Doctor – Cosmetic Medicine. Dr. Dennis Faludi.
Hyattsville Housekeeper Cleans Up with $50,000 Scratch-Off Win
Player finds second-tier prize on Jumbo Cash instant ticket. A housekeeper from Prince George’s County can rest easier after making a bed of riches. Thanks to a lucky Jumbo Cash scratch-off, she can relax with a $50,000 prize. The winner bought her $10 instant ticket at a Shell gas...
Sweet Sweet Kitchen Expands Again With Second D.C. Location
Sweet Sweet Kitchen, which specializes in cuisine from Jamaica and Sierra Leone, has once again expanded and opened a second D.C. location at 2427 Minnesota Ave. SE, according to PoPville. According to the restaurant’s Instagram account, the grand opening celebration occurred on July 1st. Sweet Sweet Kitchen began as...
New weekend getaways for food lovers
Dreaming of a summer escape? You don't need a flight to feel transported at one of these new getaways fit for food lovers — all under 150 miles from D.C.The big picture: Several inns and B&Bs with a foodie focus are popping up in the region, plus some exciting new culinary (and poolside!) draws at old favorites. Good Fortune rooftop lounge. Photo: Courtesy of Hotel HeronHotel Heron, Alexandria8 miles from D.C.Take a staycation in Old Town's strapping 134-room hotel, a high-design remake of a 1920s property that opened in June. Curated in-room bars allow guests to mix drinks in their...
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