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Tours of former preschool and middle school buildings on Aug. 23-24
Join King George County Government and King George County Schools on a tour of the former preschool and middle school buildings. Learn more about the building conditions and the need for future facilities. Tours will be available on two dates. August 23 at 4-7 p.m. August 24 at 1-3 p.m.
Proposed blueprint for Richmond Highway development prioritizes history and community
With extensive construction on the horizon for Richmond Highway, Fairfax County has been handed a roadmap to help manage the impact, preserve the area’s heritage, support local businesses and keep the community engaged. Last week, the nonprofit consulting group Urban Land Institute (ULI) released a report with a blueprint...
This Virginia Food Lion recalled ground beef that may have 'foreign material' in it
MANASSAS, Va. — Food Lion is recalling several types of ground beef that were sold at a store in Manassas because it may contain "traces of foreign material." According to the grocery store chain, the ground beef was sold at the Food Lion at 6306 Hoadly Road. It was produced on Aug. 18 and has a sell-by date of Aug. 20, 2024.
George Mason’s College of Education and Human Development expands collaboration with Google on new lab school
George Mason University’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) has received additional support from Google to launch the Accelerated College and Employability Skills (ACCESS) Academy with Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS). Google provided seed funding last year to begin school planning and also submitted a letter of support...
Investigation concludes after 3 dogs die at PetSmart PetsHotel boarding facility in Potomac Yard
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) said on Monday that it has concluded its investigation into three dogs that died while being boarded at the PetSmart PetsHotel in Potomac Yard and that no one will face charges. Three dogs died after staying at the facility around the same […]
DC region could see showers, thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening
WASHINGTON - Showers are likely on Monday, with a chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. The day will be partly sunny with a high near 83 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. We could see showers and thunderstorms on Monday night, likely before 11 p.m., followed by isolated showers...
Flood protection prevented significant damage in flood-prone Historic Ellicott City
BALTIMORE - Flood protection prevented significant damage Sunday evening in flood-prone Old Ellicott City.Those along Main Street and the low-lying areas around the Patapsco River were told to seek higher ground as downpours dumped inches of rain throughout Maryland.A Flash Flood Warning has been issued until 12:45 a.m. for the area that has had several major flood events since 2011. County Executive Calvin Ball said the flooding alert was activated around 9:48 p.m. and again at 10 p.m., prompting police to shut down Main Street.The storm brought about three inches of rain to Ellicott City in a short amount of time,...
Search for Mamta Kafle: Community continues to comb Manassas Park to find missing mom
MANASSAS, Va. - Weeks after she went missing, a northern Virginia community is still looking for a beloved mother, wife, sister and friend: Mamta Kafle. The 28-year-old was last seen at her Manassas Park home on Wednesday, July 31. On Saturday, people from near and far came together, organizing a search, hoping to bring her home.
Aston unhoused shelter to open by early October, District officials say
District officials last week said an unhoused shelter near campus will begin admitting residents by early October, wrapping up nine months of delays opening the facility. The Aston, a former GW residence hall on New Hampshire Avenue, will open its doors to unhoused residents between mid-September and early October, and start accepting program referrals from service providers on Sept. 9, D.C. Department of Human Services Deputy Administrator Anthony Newman announced at a Community Advisory Team meeting on Aug. 12. The announcement comes after Newman predicted in July that the shelter would open by late August, and marks the fourth time officials have moved the opening date since slating its opening for November 2023.
Keydets top American for 1-0 victory
LEXINGTON, Va. – Looking for a second straight win to open the season, the VMI women's soccer team accomplished the feat by defeating visiting American University by a 1-0 score Sunday afternoon at Patchin Field. The 2-0 start is the best for VMI since opening the 2018 campaign with...
Gov. Moore to speak at DNC with many Maryland politicians attending in support of VP Harris
BALTIMORE -- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is expected to speak at this week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago where Vice President Kamala Harris is set to be officially nominated as the party's presidential candidate. Many of Maryland's top Democratic politicians are also in Chicago as delegates or to support Harris at the four-day convention which starts Monday, just weeks after President Biden ended his reelection campaign. The Maryland contingent of delegates and political officials will be 138, according to Capital News Service.Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Senate President...
Giant Food revises previous bag policy
WASHINGTON — An amendment is being made to the Giant Food bag policy issued three months ago in D.C. In May, Giant Food passed a bag policy to help reduce the amount of thefts they were experiencing. The policy states that customers cannot bring suitcases, duffel bags, or bags larger than 14” x 14” x 6” while shopping in these stores, which are all locations in D.C. and some additional ones throughout the region.
Countdown to EndZone: Stonewall Jackson
QUICKSBURG, Va. (WHSV) - After years of laying a foundation, Stonewall Jackson head coach Kyle Kokkonen has different expectations heading into the 2024 campaign. After a 3-6 record last year, tied for their best season since 2010, Kokkonen has a solid base to build upon for the new year. “For...
UVA Cancer Center first in Virginia to offer new therapy for small cell lung cancer
UVA Cancer Center is the first healthcare provider in Virginia to offer a newly approved immunotherapy, which supercharges the body’s immune system to fight disease, to treat small cell lung cancer. The FDA approved tarlatamab on May 16 for patients who have exhausted other treatment options. Just 26 days...
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