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'Sad all the way around': Third dog death linked to Virginia PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) — Earlier this week, WJLA reported that two separate dogs died shortly after staying at a Virginia Petsmart boarding facility. Now, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria revealed a third dog has died within a week of staying there. All three dogs were staying at the...
Maryland town caught a big one: Bass Pro Tour is coming in 2025
Next year, 65 of the world’s best professional bass anglers will be headed to Marbury, Maryland. Major League Fishing announced last week that stage six of the 2025 Bass Pro Tour season will take place in Charles County on The Potomac River at Smallwood State Park from June 26 through the 29.
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California, Maryland and Virginia
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Friday (July 19) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Three tickets were sold matching five numbers in California, Maryland and Virginia. The ticket sold in California was sold at a grocery store in the...
Find Hidden Treasures at These 6 NoVA Antique Shops
When you want something special from the past, head to one of these stores. The best part of shopping for antiques is finding that one special piece you didn’t know you needed. Luckily, Northern Virginia is full of hidden gem antique shops to get you started on your search.
Occoquan’s Tiny Supply Co. Champions Learning and Imagination
This new small business sells heirloom toys, crafts, and educational projects for children. When her 11-year-old daughter, Lydia, asked why there wasn’t a kid-friendly store in Occoquan, Sarah Hitchcock Burzio knew that needed to change. “Lydia kept saying, ‘There isn’t a store for me in town.’ So I said,...
Fairfax County paw parents can get their pets microchipped for free during National Lost Pet Prevention Month
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — For the remainder of July, paw parents in Fairfax County can get their pets microchipped for free, thanks to the county’s shelter. In honor of July being National Lost Pet Prevention Month, the Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering free microchips at the shelter’s Vaccine and Microchip Clinics. […]
Marco’s Pizza closes location in southern Loudoun
The Marco’s Pizza restaurant in the South Riding/Chantilly area of southern Loudoun has closed its doors for good. The announcement was made today via social media. “It is with a heavy heart I inform you that Marco’s Pizza in South Riding has permanently closed for business as of yesterday,” co-owner Chris Browne wrote. “It has been a pleasure serving the community over the last seven years. Unfortunately, we were just unable to keep up with rising costs and have reached a point where staying in business has become unsustainable.”
Dunkin’ Donuts to open in August
Dunkin’ Donuts is expected to open on Columbia Pike in Annandale the first week of August, according to the general contractor working on renovating the building. The shop will offer the same items as any other Dunkin’ Donuts: donuts, coffee, latte, espresso, frozen drinks, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, and muffins.
Live Fairfax: Commonwealth Brewing Co.
Live Fairfax is a bi-weekly column exploring Fairfax County. This recurring column is sponsored and written by Sharmane Medaris of McEnearney Associates. Questions? Reach Sharmane at 813-504-4479. Are you wondering where the newest hotspot in the City of Fairfax is? Check out Commonwealth Brewing Co!. Conveniently located in the heart...
Alexandria’s Summer Sidewalk Sale and Restaurant Week return next month
Alexandria’s Summer Sidewalk Sale is returning to Old Town and Del Ray next month, followed shortly by Alexandria Restaurant Week. The annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 10, according to Visit Alexandria. The streets around Old Town and Del Ray will likely be lined with local boutiques setting up shop outside of their storefronts and offering discounted summer merchandise. A list of participating shops is available online.
Local and regional summer concert offerings
While the new concert season is still nearly two months away, there are a wealth of performances for concertgoers to check out this summer. Here's a rundown of offerings through August... Thursday evening concerts in Mooney Hall at Dominion Energy Center through July 31st. (please note: these concerts are currently...
Montgomery Co. student named Maryland’s first-ever youth poet laureate
Tara Prakash is 18 years old and has already performed on the stage at the Kennedy Center. She’s not a musician, but a rising senior at Sidwell Friends School. Prakash was recently named Maryland’s first-ever youth poet laureate. Prakash, who lives in Chevy Chase, said she learned about...
Vienna Youth Players Presents “Newsies”
The newsboy strike of 1899 is at the heart of Vienna Youth Players summer production, “Newsies.” This classic Disney tale, based on true events, traces its roots back to the time when newsies – boys and girls who sold newspapers on the street – went up against two newspaper publishers, Joseph Pulitzer of the New York World, and William Randolph Hearst of the New York Journal, to fight for the chance to earn a livable wage. “Newsies” takes this real-life event to the stage with an explosion of energetic music and dance.
ALX Bark Bingo Returning to Alexandria Aug. 2
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Four business associations in Alexandria today (July 19) announced the return of ALX Bark Bingo to the city from Aug. 2 to 16. Presented by the Carlyle Council, the Del Ray Business Association, the Old Town Business Association, and the West End Business Association, this beloved community event promises fun and excitement for all participants.
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