Arlington|News|
VA Winter Storm: Temperatures To Nosedive, Power Outages, 48MPH Winds
Forecasters anticipate rain across most of Northern Virginia Friday will turn into a quick burst of snow, plus power outages, 45+mph winds.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Winter Storm: Temperatures To Plunge, Power Outages, 48MPH Winds
Forecasters anticipate rain across most of Maryland Friday will turn into a quick burst of snow, plus power outages, 45+mph winds.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Christmas Eve Mall Hours For Shopping, Santa Visits In Bethesda
Christmas Day is coming, and Bethesda area malls are open for last-minute shopping on Dec. 24. There is still time for a Santa visit.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
Christmas Eve Mall Hours For Shopping, Santa Visits In Springfield
Christmas Day is coming, and Springfield Town Center is open for last-minute shopping on Dec. 24. There is still time for a Santa visit.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
Christmas Eve Mall Hours For Shopping, Santa Visits In Arlington
Christmas Day is coming, and Arlington malls are open for last-minute shopping on Dec. 24. There is still time for a Santa visit.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Whitman Students Show Solidarity With Jewish Community After Graffiti
Students at Walt Whitman High School spoke out against anti-Semitism after the message “Jews Not Welcome” was spray-painted at the school.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
Arlington Sheriff's Office Ends Voluntary Cooperation With ICE
The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office agreed this week to end its voluntary cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
BGR Closes Restaurant In Bethesda: Report
BGR, the burger chain that offers big hamburgers and thick milkshakes, has permanently closed its location in downtown Bethesda.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
VA Winter Storm: Arctic Blast To Follow Day Of Heavy Rain
A flood watch has been issued for NoVA, DC Thursday, while western areas should see some slushy snow. An arctic blast then freezes it all.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Weather: Wind Chills Below Zero To Follow Thursday Flood Watch
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Maryland on Thursday, as Gov. Larry Hogan activates emergency response operations.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Year-End Blood Drive Coming To McLean Volunteer Fire Department
The McLean Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with Inova Blood Donor Services to hold a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 30.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Weather: Major Winter Storm To Bring Heavy Rain, Rapid Freeze
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for many parts of Maryland on Thursday as a major winter storm heads toward the region.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
NoVA Weather: Major Winter Storm To Bring Heavy Rain, Flash Freeze
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Northern Virginia and D.C. on Thursday as a winter storm heads toward the region.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Burke, VA|News|
Most Popular Books Of 2022 Released By Fairfax County Public Library
Fairfax County Public Library revealed its top circulating titles, with the e-book edition of “The Midnight Library” leading the way.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
Arlington Residents Rank 2nd Happiest In The U.S.: SmartAsset
Arlington has the 2nd happiest people in the country, just behind Sunnyvale, California, according to a new data analysis by SmartAsset.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas Weekend 2022 In Bethesda
See what services will be closed in Bethesda and Montgomery County for Christmas and the day after Christmas this year.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Arlington|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas Weekend 2022 In Arlington
As Christmas falls on a weekend, various schedule changes will happen on the holiday and surrounding days in Arlington.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas Weekend 2022 In McLean
As Christmas falls on a weekend, various schedule changes will happen on the holiday and surrounding days in McLean.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas Weekend 2022 In Kingstowne
As Christmas falls on a weekend, various schedule changes will happen on the holiday and surrounding days in Kingstowne.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Burke, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas Weekend 2022 In Burke
As Christmas falls on a weekend, various schedule changes will happen on the holiday and surrounding days in Burke.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff