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All three major D.C.-area airports were under a ground stop Friday evening due to a “strong smell” at a Federal Aviation Administration facility in Virginia.

America’s birthday party continues.

The Virginia Department of Health on Tuesday lifted the remaining recreational water advisory for the Potomac River from the American Legion Memorial Bridge to the Route 120 Chain Bridge.

A late band of storms swept through Northern Virginia on Monday night, producing wind gusts close to 70 mph and knocking out power to tens of thousands.

A ground stop at all three major D.C.-area airports Friday has been lifted. It was originally in effect around 5:30 p.m. due to a “strong chemical smell” at a Federal…

The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday arrested a Fairfax County police sergeant for aggravated sexual battery for an off-duty incident involving two victims, Fairfax County police said in a…

Fairfax County, VA – Yesterday, a Fairfax County Police Department Sergeant was arrested by the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office on charges of Aggravated Sexual Battery for an off-duty incident. On…

NEW YORK, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Travel And Tour World (TTW) announces its comprehensive global aviation research for 2026, presenting the Top 50 Airlines in the World, shaping international…

NEW YORK, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Haloid Solutions' long-term commitment to helping businesses and municipalities acquire critical communications equipment despite budgetary constraints, Haloid now offers specialized…

NEW YORK, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Earth Day draws global attention to environmental responsibility, Vipboss, a specialist manufacturer and developer of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery packs for…

MANASSAS, Va., April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PureHealth Research now offers a premium collection of lymphatic drainage supplements formulated to assist the body's natural detoxification processes and help maintain healthy…

Postal Service marks birthdays with new stamp

YIWU, China, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yiwugo.com, the official website of the Yiwu Commodity Market, is the largest commodity wholesale market in the world. In the bright and warm…

SHENZHEN, China, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hollyland, a global provider of professional wireless audio and video solutions, today announced the launch of Pyro Ultra, the new flagship in its…

Reading 2 Chronicles 7:11–22, the president joins nearly 500 leaders in a weeklong Bible event honoring America's 250th, livestreamed on Great American Pure Flix.

The senior division of the Prince William-Manassas Regional Science and Engineering Fair featured young scientists presenting research projects that reflected months – and in some cases years – of scientific…

At just 8 years old, Aniyah Jackson already understands the power of hope and the strength of a story.

Three Prince William County Public Schools students have earned statewide recognition as Virginia nominees for the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of the nation’s most prestigious honors for high…

The Prince William County Human Rights Commission, in collaboration with Prince William County Public Schools, has announced the selection of the 2025-26 Human Rights Student Leadership Council-Cohort 10.

Hylton High School’s esports team, “Friday Night Lights,” claimed the Virginia High School League Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fall Championship late last year.

The following local students graduated from James Madison University in the fall with honors:

If they haven't already voted, Virginia voters will head to the polls Tuesday, April 21 to decide if the state will redraw its congressional districts outside the normal census cycle,…

Gov. Abigail Spanberger this week signed several immigration-related bills into law and proposed changes to others, clarifying how Virginia agencies can work with federal immigration authorities and setting up a…

The Prince William County School Board is expected to approve a resolution at its next meeting calling on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors to honor and fully implement…

Potomac Shores Middle School student Tony Brown took the stage in front of his classmates on Monday to deliver one key message: “I am smart. I am brave. I am…

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V. v. sad news for the people who find their living rooms too devoid of cigarette smoke and sadness to gamble on their phones and the developers who spent more…

The rumors are true. After nearly two decades covering Reston like invasive English ivy, we’ve decided to move on to brighter, beiger pastures. That’s right—we’re swapping the earth tones of…

Catalyst for the downtown area.

Shocking news from the Internets today, where we learned that AOL plans to lay off 108 employees at its Reston office. Even more shockingly, AOL apparently still exists.It's easy to…

Happy Friday News Dump, to all those who celebrate! Our BFFs at the Reston Association opted to send an update on the state of legislative maneuvering around Fairfax County's largely unsolicited,…

 Hey, remember that time when a developer was going to build a mixed-use townhouse community on the site of the former Fannie Mae campus on American Dream (heh) Way, and…

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel Friday, April 17 & Saturday,…

People of all ages will discover money-saving ideas and tips for sustainable living at this year’s Green Expo on Thursday, April 23, from 7-9 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center,…

Exhibits include works by Sabine Carlson, Zsudayka Nzinga and Darlene R. Taylor Opening Reception May 2, 2-4pm at MPA at McLean Community Center McLean Project for the Arts will open…

There are restaurants you try once—and then there are places like The Virginian, where generations return. Sitting right in the heart of downtown Vienna, this classic diner has quietly built one…

In the highly selective world of Northern Virginia aesthetic medicine, Dr. Maryam Nazemzadeh—known to her loyal clientele simply as “Dr. Naz”—has built something rare: a boutique, elevated experience that blends surgical…

A Half-Century of Ticking History Nestled on historic Church Street in Vienna, Virginia, The Clock Shop of Vienna has been a fixture of the community since 1975 — and it looks…

Who They Are For over three decades, Sun Design has been transforming homes across the DMV with creativity, craftsmanship, and care. As a trusted architectural design-build firm, they specialize in…

There’s something quietly elegant happening along Old Chain Bridge Road in McLean—and if you haven’t yet stepped inside Divan Restaurant, you’re missing one of the area’s most sophisticated and culturally rich…

A Revolutionary Concept Born from Vision Churasuko represents America’s first Japanese Fusion Brazilian Steakhouse Churasuko, a groundbreaking concept that marries the precision of Japanese culinary artistry with the bold spectacle…

For over six decades, Pond Roofing & Exteriors has been a cornerstone of home improvement in Northern Virginia. Founded in 1964 by Bob Pond, a World War II veteran, the…

Located in the heart of Falls Church, Virginia, The Kensington Falls Church is a luxury assisted living and memory care community widely recognized for its blend of personalized care, elegant surroundings, and…

A new Korean cuisine restaurant opened its doors this week as it started a soft opening. The post Inju Korean BBQ starts soft opening in Loudoun first appeared on The…

The 2026 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics are scheduled for Sept. 9 through Oct. 4 with an official opening on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center in Arlington.

The multi-restaurant chain known as Wonder is getting ready to open its first location in Loudoun County – and now the grand opening date has been announced. The post First…

Serena was a runner. The post Ashburn vet offers a special kind of end-of-life pet care first appeared on The Burn.

HONG KONG, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Phase II of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, running from 18 to 21 April over four consecutive days.…

SHANGHAI, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- JinkoSolar, the global leading PV and ESS supplier, has officially launched a lightweight module solution specifically designed for low-load-bearing roofs—the Jinko "Light Diamond" lightweight,…

SHANGHAI, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- JinkoSolar, the global leading PV and ESS supplier, recently published three research papers in succession within a single month in Nature Energy, one of…

Faith is often revealed not only in life’s biggest moments but also in the quiet experiences that shape a person’s character and belief. In her heartfelt memoir Life Stories: One…

GUANGZHOU, China, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 15, the 139th Canton Fair opened in Guangzhou. As one of the world's largest trade events, it gathers global buyers and…

HAIKOU, China, April 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from the Hainan International Media Center:

Spring2Action online giving day returns April 22.

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August 12, 1947 – April 11, 2026 Susan Bulkley Kellom, 78, of Alexandria, passed away on April 11, 2026, at Capital Care Hospice after a brief illness. Born on Aug.12,…

The Alexandria Times Voter Guide gives you everything you need to make an informed choice in the April 21 special election for the vacant City Council seat. The candidates’ responses have…

By Ella Mitchell | emitchell@alextimes.com The still at Motherwell Co. doesn’t have a name yet. It stands at the center of the warehouse at 877 S. Pickett St. like it’s…

By Denise Dunbar | ddunbar@alextimes.com The Alexandria Times earned 22 awards at the Virginia Press Association’s annual awards banquet, held Saturday night in Lynchburg, Virginia, for work published in 2025.…

By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com On March 19, Mayor Alyia Gaskins announced that Alfred Street Baptist Church would cover more than $1 million in back rent from Alexandria Redevelopment and…

By Denise Dunbar | ddunbar@alextimes.com Restaurateur Barbara Mancini Dirmeyer, best known for running Mancini’s Bakery & Cafe on Mt. Vernon Avenue in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, died April…

By Denise Dunbar | ddunbar@alextimes.com Longtime Alexandria Democratic Party Committee Chair Susan B. Kellom passed away Saturday at Capital Care Hospice following a brief illness. She was 78. In addition…

By Brandi Yee Spring2ACTion, Alexandria’s Giving Day, provides an opportunity for Alexandrians to come together and give back to the community we love. The ACT team at the waterfront. (Courtesy…

By Jim McGrath In the fall of 1988, Steve Castle made his first appearance as a teacher at Episcopal High School. Hired to teach math and science, Castle was armed…