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Sudden Death Of Popular VA Diner Owner 'Diesel' Sends Shockwaves Through Community
The death of a 27-year-old man is spreading sadness through a northern Virginia community.Abed-Alruhman Sam Warden, a Sterling native, died on Wednesday, Aug. 7, his family said in a statement put out to the community in a Facebook group.Warden, affectionately known as "Diesel," was the owner of Pi…
Doughlab bringing new doughnut shop to Loudoun
A new doughnut shop is in the works for a shopping center in Loudoun County. And while it has a new name, you may be familiar with its predecessor. We’re talking about Doughlab, a new retail shop coming to the Cascades Overlook center in Sterling. It’s taking the 800 s.f. space that was vacated by Abbott’s Frozen Custard when that shop closed late last year.
TikTok food critic Keith Lee boosts business at Virginia restaurants
A TikTok food critic with millions of followers demonstrated how he can make or break a restaurant with a single video when he visited the D.C. area this week. Las Vegas native Keith Lee stopped by Okonomi Asian Grill — also known as the “Asian Chipotle” for its custom rice bowls — in Fairfax, Virginia, and business has been booming.
Fairfax County throwing free double-feature drive-in movie event
CHANTILLY, Va. (DC News Now) — Fairfax County is throwing a free double-feature drive-in movie experience on Saturday. The event will be held at the Sully Historic Site, located at 3650 Historic Sully Way in Chantilly, attendees can watch Elemental and then Migration with a 10-minute intermission in between the two movies. Early attendees can […]
North America’s Largest Middle Eastern Restaurant Chain Opens Next Week in Manassas
Shawarma lovers will want to be among the first 200 guests in line at the newest of OSMOW’S Shawarma’s 180 locations which is opening on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 9685 Liberia Ave., Suite 105, Manassas. OSMOW’S Shawarma will treat the first 200 customers to a FREE Regular Chicken...
County animal shelter to waive pet adoption fees this weekend
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter (FCAS) will waive adoption fees this Friday through Sunday (Aug. 23-25). The shelter has more than 160 animals waiting for adoption, it said in a press release. That includes cats, dogs, guinea pigs, mice and rabbits. Organized by NBC and Telemundo Stations, the first “Clear...
Sprouts supermarket announces October opening in Leesburg
The much anticipated new Sprouts Farmers Market — an organic and natural foods grocery store — has announced the planned opening date for its new Leesburg store. The official date is Friday, October 11. The Sprouts store is currently under construction in the Battlefield Shopping Center off Edwards...
This State Forest Offers a Woodsy Escape From Northern Virginia
The pine plantation at Conway Robinson State Forest transports you from NoVA’s stressors. Scenic hikes, quiet trails, historic sites: You don’t have to leave NoVA to find these picture-perfect spots, hiding in plain sight. Like many of us during the pandemic, I was constantly seeking nearby, yet off-the-beaten-path,...
New in NoVa: Canadian shawarma chain opening first Northern Virginia location
We always like to keep an eye on new national chains (and international chains in this case) that are coming to the area. And there’s an interesting one debuting this coming week. It’s called Osmow’s Shawarma. The brand has 180+ locations, but most of them are in Canada. Now,...
Loudoun County develops new interactive map for residents to find pet-friendly destinations, services
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Loudoun County has a new online mapping tool that makes it easier for pet parents to search for veterinary clinics, pet-friendly parks, restaurants and lodging services. Pet-Friendly Loudoun, the new interactive map, helps pet owners locate parks and trails that allow pets on or off leash, pet-friendly eateries […]
The Maryland State Fair is in full swing; Check out some of the new rides, attractions and food
TIMONIUM, Md. — Friday marks the first full day of the Maryland State Fair, which will run for three weekends. There's all of the old stuff you would expect, plus some new things, such as six new rides. In total, there are 44 rides at the fair. The Wave...
Giant Food enforces new entry policy for minors at 5 Maryland stores to curb theft
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Two Giant Food locations in Baltimore and three in Prince George's County will no longer allow shoppers under the age of 18 to enter without an adult after 6 p.m. starting Thursday. The store locations:. 5150 Sinclair Ln, Baltimore. 601 East 33rd St. Baltimore. Prince George’s...
Sweet & Sassy leaving its longtime Leesburg location
Sweet & Sassy — a longtime kids spa and salon at the Village at Leesburg center — will be leaving the center at the end of next month. Sweet & Sassy has offered haircuts and hair styling, makeovers, spa treatments, and even ear piercing since it first opened a decade ago.
Elias Taqueria Opens This Weekend
Elias Taqueria food truck will hold its grand opening on Saturday, August 24. The truck/stand is located at 9426 Stewartown Rd in Gaithersburg and its menu includes Birria, Steak, Chorizo, Chicken, and Al Pastor Tacos and Gorditas. Elias Taqueria is open Monday through Saturday 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
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