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Arlington News

Seeing the Forest Through the Deer … Arlington Takes Aim

Deer hunt

Senior Living: After 55 in Arlington

After 55

Looking Ahead to 2026 with Betsy Frantz, Path Forward

Betsy Frantz, Path Forward

Looking Ahead to 2026 with Diane Kresh, Director Arlington Public Library

2026

Looking Ahead to 2026 with Charles Meng

Interview with Charles Meng CEO and Director of Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)

Live Nativity at Mount Olivet Draws a Crowd

Live nativity scene in Arlington includes camel and other animals.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Viewpoints on Challenges to Come

New housing, hotel pitched for former Key Bridge Marriott site in Rosslyn

A new developer is hoping to bring over 1,700 housing units across five buildings to the former Key Bridge Marriott site in Rosslyn.

U.S. government admits liability in deadly air collision over the Potomac

The US government admitted it was liable for a deadly midair collision between a military helicopter and a passenger jet outside Washington earlier this year, killing 67 people, according to…

“Urban Market” Pops Up in Arlington at “The Crossing”

Urban Market

A Nation Remembers

Arlington National Cemetery

Overnight snow expected across Northern Virginia; VDOT urges limited travel

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria and points east ahead of forecast snowfall tonight.
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Fairfax News

DFRobot Unveils Hands-On K12 AI & Robotics Learning Solutions at Bett 2026

SHANGHAI, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's opening of BETT 2026, Al-Powered STEM Education Solution Provider DFRobot is presenting a range of interactive AI and robotics learning solutions at…

Resident Voices and Outreach Result in Traffic Calming Measures in Newington

Speed bumps

House of Worship Safety & Preparedness Day Brings Faith Leaders & FCPD Together

Fairfax County, VA – The Fairfax County Police Department hosted its first House of Worship Safety & Preparedness Day, welcoming more than 110 faith leaders and community representatives for focused…

Volunteer Fairfax Hosts MLK Day of Service

MLK Day

New Governor Stresses Unity at Inauguration

Spirits soar as Abigail Spanberger, Virginia’s first woman governor, is sworn in.

Domino Effect of Spanberger’s Appointments

Special Elections triggered in NOVA.

Northern Virginians Protest

Northern Virginians Protest

Canceled: Previously Approved George Snyder Trail

Trail

Two Bulovas Are Now in Virginia’s Government

Two Bulovas Are Now in Virginia’s Government

Maryland Man Arrested After Brandishing a Firearm Inside Springfield Town Center

Franconia Police District – Detectives have arrested a Maryland man for brandishing a firearm inside Springfield Town Center. On January 17 at 7:04 p.m., detectives assigned to Springfield Town Center…

Weekend snow? Significant winter storm possible amid near-record cold

Are we ready for some real snow, Northern Virginia?

Seat Belts and Speaking Up: Protecting Passengers on Our Roads

Fairfax County, VA – Every crash affects more than just the driver. During National Passenger Safety Week, January 19–26, the Fairfax County Police Department is highlighting the important role passengers…
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Prince William News

WEEKEND HAPPENINGS: Make a fur-ever friend at ‘Pups and Pints’

Riddle: What’s better than a brewski on a Saturday afternoon? Meeting a four-legged furry friend whose bark will steal your heart. Snag a pint and a pup at Dog Adoption…

FBI raids chicken farm in Haymarket

The FBI conducted a raid Wednesday evening at the Ranchero El Cerritto chicken farm at 4210 James Madison Highway in Haymarket.

FBI, Prince William police raid Salvadoran chicken farm, restaurant in Haymarket

The FBI and Prince William County police were conducting a law enforcement raid Wednesday night at a farm and cookout-style restaurant in Haymarket, a bureau spokesperson confirmed.

Winter storm forecast to bring heavy snow, frigid temps this weekend

The National Weather Service is warning Northern Virginia residents that "a significant winter storm" will likely bring major snow accumulations, extreme cold and major delays and closures to the region…

Public hearing set tonight on redistricting that would close Potomac View, shift 2,600 students

The Prince William County School Board will hold a public hearing at tonight on a redistricting plan that would close a Woodbridge elementary school and shift attendance boundaries for more…

Prince William County police move to encrypted radio traffic, sparking debate over transparency

Prince William County police transitioned from open dispatch traffic to fully encrypted police radio transmissions earlier this month, aligning with what the department calls “evolving public safety needs and national…

Two Prince William County athletes punch tickets to Olympics

Battlefield High alum Evan Nichols makes second straight Paralympics for sled hockey, while Brentsville High alum Mystique Ro makes first Olympics in skeleton.

Nokesville's Mystique Ro qualifies for Winter Olympics

Nokesville native and 2012 Brentsville High alum Mystique Ro qualified for her first Winter Olympics for Team USA in the skeleton after a strong 2025 season.

Red Wolves move to the front of the pack

After its breakout 2024-25 campaign, the Gar-Field High boys basketball team appears primed for a deep playoff run with a talented roster led by Bell brothers.

Making Dr. King proud: Prince William students celebrate MLK Day with oratorical event

Two local students took home best speaker awards in the 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Oratorical Competition Monday, honoring King just days after what would have been…

VDH reports another case of measles; possible exposures in Woodbridge, Falls Church

The Virginia Department of Health on Tuesday confirmed the state's third case of measles this year, with possible exposure sites in Woodbridge and Falls Church.

Health officials: Young child with measles treated at Woodbridge urgent care

Virginia Department of Health officials are spreading the word about a young child with a confirmed case of measles who was seen at a pediatric urgent care in Woodbridge, among…
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Reston / Herndon News

Community News at a Glance

Community News at a Glance

2025: The Reston Year in Review

If you're looking for a metaphor for what 2025 was like in our favorite plastic fantastic planned community, you could do worse than this cellular telephone photo of a garbage…

Could 2232 Process Cast a Shadow Over Western High School?

Deadline looms for Western High School amid regulatory standoff

On Soapstone, Crime Pays (in Paint)

While perusing the Face Books, somewhere between a post from someone we sat next to one time in a grade school assembly and a 1,000-word rant about a restaurant visit…
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Tysons Corner / McLean News

Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend January 16 – January 18

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! The Roadducks Friday, January 168:00pm The State Theatre220 N Washington…

The Wheel Deal: Inside Vienna’s Cycling Institution

The Saturday morning sun glints off a row of Electra Townies lined up outside the storefront on Maple Avenue when Tim Frickers unlocks the door at 8:45 AM. By 9:03,…

In the Spotlight: Stomp’s 30th Anniversary Tour Brings Percussive Thrill to the National Theatre

The international percussion sensation Stomp is celebrating 30 years of rhythmic innovation, and the landmark anniversary tour arrives at the National Theatre for four performances Jan. 16–18 (7:30 p.m. Friday…

Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend January 9 – January 11

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! Winter Lantern Festival Friday, January 9 – Sunday, January 115:00pm…

NextStop Theatre Announces World Premiere of ↓D←R←O←W←N←E←R [Renword] by Nia Akilah Robinson

A chilling new haunted comedy directed by Producing Artistic Director, Heather Lanza NextStop Theatre is proud to announce the world premiere of ↓D←R←O←W←N←E←R [Renword], a bold new haunted comedy by acclaimed…

DC Restaurant Week Winter 2026: Tysons & Reston Area Participating Restaurants

DC Restaurant Week returns for one week this winter from January 19 – January 25, 2026. Support your local restaurants and savor specially priced three-course menus at the participating Tysons…

Reston Community Center Announces 2026 Reston Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Featuring Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr.

Reston Community Center (RCC) advances Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s powerful vision of a beloved community rooted in justice, compassion and equity. For 41 years, RCC has marked this national…

Reston Community Center Announces 2026 Reston Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Featuring Dr. Eddie Glaude J

Reston Community Center (RCC) advances Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s powerful vision of a beloved community rooted in justice, compassion and equity. For 41 years, RCC has marked this national…

Commercial Real Estate Spotlight: Northern Virginia Investment Opportunities

January 2026 Market Update While residential real estate continues to dominate headlines, Northern Virginia’s commercial real estate (CRE) market remains one of the most resilient and opportunity-rich regions in the…

Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend January 2 – January 4

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights Friday, January 2 – Sunday,…

McLean & Tysons Happy Hours: Your Complete Guide

McLean and the Tysons Corner area offer an exceptional array of happy hour options, from upscale steakhouses to casual breweries. Whether you’re unwinding after work or meeting friends for drinks…

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Presents Dreamworks’ How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert

Film Features Composer John Powell’s Academy Award®-Nominated Score Performed Live to Picture  Conducted by Jason Seber on Saturday, March 14 at 7 PM   The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra will present DreamWorks’ How…
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Loudoun News

New Panda Express headed to Loudoun County

Well, that didn’t take long. The post New Panda Express headed to Loudoun County first appeared on The Burn.

Huge tower rises at Loudoun’s upcoming Pinstack venue

Drivers along the northern end of State Road 28 near the intersection with Route 7 in Loudoun County have likely seen a building with a distinct triangular-shaped tower going up…

Falling for the arts winter season

January is a time of reflection and resolution for improvement, and the arts can help, according to Brian Kirk, practicing multimedia artist and board member of the Loudoun Arts Council.

U.S. News Unveils the 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards

The 2026 awards expand to include 20 automotive categories amid an evolving electrified market.

TUMI UNVEILS THE NEXT GENERATION OF THE TUMI ALPHA COLLECTION WITH CAMPAIGNS STARRING LANDO NORRIS AND WEI DAXUN

Global Brand Ambassador Lando Norris and Asia-Pacific Brand Ambassador Wei Daxun gear up to launch the latest evolution of TUMI Alpha.

Envision Energy Connects First AI Wind Turbine Prototype for Fortescue, Unlocking Australia's Renewable Future

SHANGHAI, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has successfully grid-connected the first AI wind turbine prototype for its inaugural project in Australia, supporting…

Inaugural Cures Conference to be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in NYC

Panelists include leaders in the fields of science, medicine and technology: Jack Hidary, Dr. Edward Neilan, Dr. Shoshana Shendelman, Dr. John Greely, Louis Reese and Nadia Harhen.

Tencent Cloud at Davos: Unlocking AI for all, Bringing Value within Reach

DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Annual Meeting of World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Dowson Tong, Senior Executive Vice-President of Tencent and CEO of Tencent Cloud…

GAC Enters Australia with AION V, M8 PHEV and EMZOOM; Launches Australian Local Strategy to Build a Benchmark Market in the South Pacific

SYDNEY, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 18, 2025, GAC hosted its brand and new model launch ceremony in Sydney, officially unveiling its Australia Local Strategy—"GAC: Growing Australian Confidence"—the…

Aldabra 4 Liquidity Opportunity Vehicle, Inc. Announces Pricing of $261 Million Initial Public Offering

MIAMI, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aldabra 4 Liquidity Opportunity Vehicle, Inc. (the "Company"), a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset…

Nielsen Announces Pricing of Upsized $1.5 Billion Offering of Senior Secured Notes by its Affiliate

NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Neptune BidCo US Inc. (the "Issuer" or the "Company"), an affiliate of Nielsen Holdings Limited ("Nielsen"), announced today that it has priced an…

Around Loudoun

Loudoun Laurels
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Alexandria News

Viva Las Vegas

All in for AI at CES 2026

Men of Courage

10th anniversary gala.

OHA Director Wins Firehouse Primary

Gretchen Bulova running to fill 11th District Delegate seat

Del Ray Lights Up for the Holidays

Menorah ceremony celebrates Hanukkah.

Taking it to the Streets

Gobble Gobble

’Tis the Season

Christmas kicks off
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