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Wale and Nike Collaborate to Bring New “DMV” Air Foamposite One Shoe
Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, better known as Wale, was born in Northwest, Washington, D.C. and raised in various parts of the DMV (graduating from Quince Orchard High School). Now, he and Nike are collaborating for a DMV version of a shoe many say the area is responsible for putting on the map– the Air Foamposite One (video available below).
'1776 BABY!': Pike County man grabbed police officer's neck during Jan. 6 attack on U.S. Capitol, FBI says
GREENTOWN, Pa. — A 43-year-old man from Pike County is the latest to face charges for attacking a police officer and breaching the U.S. Capitol during the riot in Washington D.C. on Jan. 6, 2021. Daniel Collins, of Greene Township, is the 10th person from from our area of...
Threat reported at West Virginia middle and high school on first day of classes
MARTINSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A threat was made toward a West Virginia middle and high school this morning. According to Berkeley Springs Middle School Principal Dr. Amy Haderer and Spring Mills High School Principal Mark Salfia, this morning, an online threat was reported, prompting immediate action from law enforcement. Following a thorough investigation, the threat […]
Search Warrant Served In Waldorf: Large Amounts Of Drugs And Cash Recovered
WALDORF, Md. – On August 15, as part of an ongoing drug investigation, detectives assigned to the Narcotics Enforcement Section served a search warrant in the 4000 block of Night Heron Pl. in Waldorf, MD. The suspect, Melvin Andre Smoot, 37, of Indian Head, was taken into custody away from the home.
Popular lobster truck returns to Alexandria this week
Lobster lovers shell-abrate: popular lobster roll food truck Cousins Maine Lobster is returning to Alexandria this Wednesday. This week the food truck will be at Shoppes of Foxchase (4513 Duke Street) from noon to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21. The food truck offers cuisine like lobster-tacos, grilled cheese, bisque, tails and more.
Oxon Hill Man Killed By Hit-Run Driver In Prince George's County Identified By Police
Oxon Hill resident Melvin Garcia, 35, has been identified by investigators as the person who was killed by a driver who fled the scene on Friday afternoon. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, at around noon on Aug. 16, Garcia was struck in the 6200 block of Oxon Hill Road in Oxon Hill in an area parking lot by a driver in a truck.
Class of '26, QB, Sahir Mantri discusses his recruitment
2026 high level dual-threat quarterback Sahir Mantri is a very talented Virginia prospect. He plays for Chantilly High School by way of Chantilly, Virginia and is a prospect to watch this upcoming season that is already opening eyes around the DMV. The 6-1, 185 pounder stood out at Villanova camp and talked to me about his experience and his recruitment so far for VUSports.
No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On Virginia Trail, Sheriff Says
The death investigation in Loudoun County is ongoing days after a 23-year-old man's body was found along the Washington and Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail.At approximately 6:20 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, deputies from the sheriff's office were called to the trail between Dominion Drive and C…
Shenandoah County Fair Tickets Giveaway – RJ’s High Noon Saloon
Request a song during The High Noon Saloon from Noon to 12:30 with RJ Kelly! Be the third request to win a pair of tickets to the Shenandoah County fair! On Monday, win a pair of General Admission tickets to the fair, and from Tuesday-Friday, win a pair of tickets to see Priscilla Block with Chase McDaniel on August 31st! Simply be the third requester during The High Noon Saloon thanks to Big Red’s Power Washing from High Noon to 12:30 this week on 96.9 WSIG!
Pinpoint Weather: Dry and slightly cooler midweek
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Mostly dry and slightly cooler weather conditions are anticipated for the next few days as high pressure builds into Southwest and Central Virginia. Northwest winds will steer cooler and drier air into the region. This will result in low rain chances, less humidity, and slightly cooler-than-average temperatures throughout the week. For Tuesday, […]
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Low Unemployment Rate at 2.7 Percent, 1.6 Points Below National Rate
RICHMOND, VA (VR) — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that according to BLS’ Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES” or “establishment survey”), Virginia reported non-farm payroll employment gains of 4,800 in the month of July. According to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”, or “the household survey”), Virginia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in July remained unchanged at 2.7 […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Low Unemployment Rate at 2.7 Percent, 1.6 Points Below National Rate appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Food Lion Invests $365 Million to Renovate Stores in North Carolina and Virginia
Salisbury, N.C. — With a $365 million capital investment, Food Lion has enhanced the customer shopping experience with remodeled stores in the greater Raleigh-Durham, N.C., area and Mecklenburg County, Va. On Aug. 21, Food Lion will hold ribbon-cutting events at 167 stores in the greater Raleigh-Durham market, which is among the fastest growing areas nationwide.
It’s Back-to-School Time But For Youngest Learners System Not Always Working
As children go back to school this month, families of the youngest learners still struggle with the costs of our patchwork, mostly-privatized childcare and preschool system. The problem with early education costs is a national one: parents struggle to afford the costs of childcare, which in many cases outpaces the cost of a mortgage, and […]
Two local volunteer fire department receive grants from Columbia Gas of Virginia
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Two local volunteer fire departments were part of the 30 listed in the Commonwealth of Virginia to receive a grant by Columbia Gas of Virginia. Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department, Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department and several others from different areas of Virginia received grants that averaged out to around $1,500 each. “We […]
Rep. Bobby Scott marks Social Security Act anniversary, advocates for enhancements
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Rep. Bobby Scott recently visited the Hampton Senior Center to celebrate the 89th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act into law. Scott co-sponsored the Social Security 2100 Act, which would strengthen Social Security by making sure the wealthy pay...
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