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Lilah leavetaking: Dog-themed, custom art sold off as Shepherdstown restaurant set to close
SHEPHERDSTOWN — Founded during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Dec. 2020, Lilah has become a beloved eating establishment for many members of the local community. The American and international fusion restaurant moved into 115 East German Street in Shepherdstown after the location’s previous restaurant, Domestic, moved to Frederick, Md. And over the time since then, owner Connie Simmons has brought vitality to the space, with live music and numerous special events, including trivia nights, karaoke nights and drag brunches.
New townhomes take shape near Lake Anne in Reston
Dozens of townhomes are under construction on the former site of Reston’s Lake Anne Fellowship House. Developer Tri Pointe Homes opened sales for its Lake Anne Towns development this past Saturday (Aug. 24), welcoming over 50 different groups to a model house at 1641 Fellowship Square for tours, a spokesperson told FFXnow.
Notes: Italian restaurant replacing Vietnamese restaurant replaced with Turkish restaurant in Old Town North
⛈️ Today’s weather: Expect showers and potential thunderstorms after 2pm, mostly sunny skies, and highs near 90°F with a 6-10 mph east wind. A 60% chance of precipitation brings about a tenth to a quarter-inch of rainfall, with higher amounts in thunderstorms. Thursday night has showers and possible thunderstorms until 2am, followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms until 5am and scattered showers afterward. The night will be cloudy with lows around 70°F, an east wind at 8 mph, and a 60% chance of precipitation, with a quarter to half-inch of new rainfall possible.
Tigers sweep Zeps, improve to 6-0
MARIETTA — Two programs with lofty aspirations met for the second time in the span of 10 days. The outcome was identical as Marietta swept three games from Shenandoah, 25-10, 25-14, 25-11. After advancing to the Elite Eight a year ago, Marietta boasts a senior-laden lineup which has opened...
Bluegrass, Americana fans flock to Front Royal for 9th annual Appaloosa Music Festival
Front Royal, Virginia is the place to be this weekend if you dig bluegrass or Americana music. The ninth annual Appaloosa Music Festival returns to Skyline Ranch this Saturday and Sunday. WTOP caught up with Dan Fedoryka, who cofounded the festival with his brother Alexander. “My band Scythian started as...
Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Flooded Roads, Stranded Vehicles, Downed Wires To Frederick County
For a time, the area was under a thunderstorm warning. House Fire on Flint Hill Rd, Aug. 29th, 2024 (Photo from Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services) Frederick, Md (KM) A thunderstorm came through Frederick County late Thursday afternoon bringing heavy rains, flooded roads, stranded vehicles and downed wires, mostly in the Frederick city area.
'Clean energy' goals forcing Maryland to double size of electric grid, Moore official says
FREDERICK, Md. (WBFF) — Gov. Wes Moore’s top legislative liaison said during a Frederick data center summit on Thursday morning that Maryland’s clean energy agenda will require doubling the state's power transmission grid. Eric Luedtke, Governor Moore's chief legislative officer, was a featured panelist at the inaugural...
Taking Steps to Prevent Suicide: Prince William Out of the Darkness Walk
Like this article? Support us by subscribing here. Your donation will help us continue to provide quality-of-life news and make local impact possible. By Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt | Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention National Capital Area Chapter (AFSP-NCAC) This article discusses suicide. If you are in crisis,...
Would-be robber fatally shot by restaurant employee in Capitol Heights, sources say
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. (7News) — A would-be robber is dead after he was shot by a restaurant employee in Capitol Heights Thursday evening, sources told 7News' Brad Bell. Prince George's County Police officers said they responded to the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike around 4:40 p.m. for a reported shooting.
Alexandria opens new public aquatics facility inside Minnie Howard campus
Alexandria’s brand-new, year-round indoor pool in the new Minnie Howard Campus (2795 West Braddock Road) is now open to the public. The new facility features a 25-meter competition pool, diving boards, a training pool and more. According to a release:. The City of Alexandria’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities...
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority votes to advance new deal expanding rail services
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority's (VPRA) Board of Directors voted on a new deal with Norfolk Southern Corporation that involves buying the Manassas Line and access to the Main Lane, which could potentially increase rail options for thousands of Virginia passengers.
WATCH: Gwen Walz makes campaign stop in Virginia
WASHINGTON - Gwen Walz, the first lady of Minnesota and wife of Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate Tim Walz, will attend a campaign event in Manassas on Friday. Walz is set to appear at an "Educators for Harris-Walz" event, according to Harris' campaign. She'll be joined by local educators and labor leaders.
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