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Fairfax turtles find a new home up the pond in Manassas
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - The City of Fairfax is removing accumulated sediment and debris that flows down into the pond and improving the pond’s water quality. Dredging the pond increases its water holding capacity and prevents pollutants from reaching the Accotink Creek Watershed. What happens to the turtles once...
Rides tip at Washington's Fourth of July carnival—6 injured
Malfunctioning Ride Injures Six at Independence Day Carnival. A ride malfunction at Oak Harbor's Independence Day Carnival left six people with minor injuries, officials said. The carnival closed Wednesday night after a spinning swing ride tipped over. Firefighters and paramedics treated the injured on-site. "This happened on a fairly tame...
Illegal dumping in Southeast DC leading to rodent, racoon and odor issues
WASHINGTON — Residents in Southeast D.C. have a big mess on their hands. They reached out to WUSA9 after they say there's been several failed attempts at getting the city to clean up a large pile of trash. Residents from the 1900 block of Curtis Court told WUSA9 the...
Craving a unique frozen treat? Here’s the scoop on 14 supercool DC-area ice cream spots
Mother Nature is turning up the temps, so of course, it’s about that time for us to all scream for ice cream. For foodies and lovers of culinary variety, though, it can be a rocky road to finding an ice cream treat or flavor that has yet to dazzle and delight your summertime taste buds.
Maryland woman celebrates 100th birthday on 4th of July with family and friends
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A Maryland family received a special 4th of July gift this year as Alberta Russell celebrated her remarkable 100th birthday. Surrounded by three generations of her family, along with close friends, Alberta marked this significant milestone in her life. She was born in Philadelphia and grew up in New York before moving to Florida and finally settling in Baltimore to be near her loved ones.
VIRGINIA NEWS – Fairfax City set to relocate their turtles to dredge Ashby Pond
Fairfax City is set to relocate its turtles in preparation for the Ashby Pond dredging and environmental improvement project. The Department of Public Works will begin capturing and relocating the turtles to ensure their safety during the construction process. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance Ashby Pond’s capacity to manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and restore the pond’s ecological balance. Residents can observe the trapping and relocation process, which is permitted and managed by a specific group of experts, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily.
Did You Miss It? Fantasia Rocked ‘A Capitol Fourth’ with a Stunning National Anthem Performance [Video]
Fantasia has rendered her fair share of jaw-dropping renditions of the ‘Star Spangled Banner‘ over her 20-year career, but she arguably delivered her most memorable yet when she took to the West lawn of the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. for Independence Day 2024. One of...
Giancarlo Esposito, Known for His Role as Gustavo Fring in Breaking Bad, to Appear at Montgomery College
Montgomery College will host “In Conversation with Giancarlo Esposito” at the Robert E Parilla Performing Arts Center in Rockville on Thursday, November 7. Esposito is best known for his role as Gustavo Fring in AMC’s “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul.”. Per Montgomery College:...
DC pools, spray parks and cooling centers open on July 4
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation (DCDPR) said that outdoor pools, spray parks, and 10 cooling sites will be open on the Fourth of July to help residents beat the soaring heat. According to a post on the X platform from D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, all outdoor pools and […]
Wilson Aquatic Center in DC reopening
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Nearly a year after D.C. was forced to close it, one of the District’s major indoor aquatics facilities will reopen. Thennie Freeman, Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation, said Friday that the Wilson Aquatic Center in Tenleytown would welcome people back on Sunday, July 7. The list of […]
Russia House in Herndon to Become French Restaurant
Russia House Restaurant closes on July 9 and reopens two days later as La Bonne Vie. Fans of Herndon’s Russia House Restaurant have only a few days to enjoy a Russian meal before it becomes a French restaurant. Ali and Homeyra Darugar, owners of the restaurant on Pine Street,...
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