Arlington|News|
Star Athlete: Yorktown Student Raises Money For Special Olympics
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Here's Yorktown High School's Allison, who is on the swim and crew team.
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McLean, VA|News|
Star Student Athlete: McLean Teen Earns Accolades On And Off The Field
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Rishika of McLean played 3 sports while she earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
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Arlington|News|
Route 28 Crash, Delays On I-495 Near Braddock Rd.: NoVA, DC AM Traffic
Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Thursday morning commute.
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Arlington|News|
Thanksgiving Baskets Available At Lidl In DC Area For Less Than $30
Lidl is offering Thanksgiving baskets to shoppers in the Washington, D.C., area that can feed up to 10 people for less than $30.
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Arlington|News|
2 Men Charged With Halloween Night Robbery Spree In Arlington: Police
Two men were arrested Monday night in connection with a series of robberies and thefts in Crystal City, Arlington police said.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban Reminder Issued By Chevy Chase Village
Chevy Chase Village’s ban on gasoline-powered leaf blowers remains in effect year-round, the village reminded residents on Wednesday.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Art Collective To Hold Pop-Up Event On Last Day Of Exhibit In Bethesda
A new art collective, localCOLOR, is holding a pop-up event in Bethesda on Saturday, coinciding with the final day of its fall exhibit.
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Burke, VA|News|
Kings Park West Crash Part Of 'Epidemic' Of Unsafe Driving: Supervisor
Supervisor James Walkinshaw called the Oct. 24 hit-and-run in Kings Park West an example of the nation’s “epidemic of unsafe driving."
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Arlington|News|
Wednesday’s Powerball Jackpot Swells To $1.2B: What To Know In VA
The Powerball drawing will be held at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday. The jackpot's cash payout will be the second-largest in its 30-year history.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Star Student Athlete: Bethesda Teen Shows Tenacity On Field, At Home
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Oona works hard to be the best field hockey player and the best daughter.
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McLean, VA|News|
Star Student Athlete: McLean 14-Year-Old Donates Used Sports Equipment
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!
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Arlington|News|
Local Hero: Yorktown HS's Amy Cohen Makes Every Student Feel Special
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local teacher in Arlington, who cares deeply about her students.
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Burke, VA|News|
Star Athlete: Burke Soccer Player Shares American Ideal Of Equality
Daniel and his sister Ciara, who are both young athletes from Burke, honored Asian American History through a historical marker competition.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Ride For Your Life To Honor Bethesda Woman Killed While Riding Bike
The Ride for Your Life, held in memory of Sarah Langenkamp who was killed in August while biking in Bethesda, will take place on Nov. 19.
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Lorton, VA|News|
Star Athlete: Lorton 8th Grader Shines On The Court, In The Community
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Here's an 8th grader from Lorton, who is a star on and off the court.
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Arlington|News|
Off-Duty Pentagon Officer Arrested On Drug Charges In Arlington
A federal officer was arrested in Arlington on drug charges after an investigation into cocaine distribution in the county, police said.
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McLean, VA|News|
Langley Cheer Team Earns Trip To State Finals With Support From Rival
Rival cheer teams at Langley and McLean High Schools demonstrate camaraderie as the Langley team heads to the Virginia state championship.
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Arlington|News|
2 VA Cities Rank Among Best Places To Retire: U.S. News
Two cities in Virginia are among the 2022-2023 Best Places to Retire in the United States, according to a list compiled by U.S. News.
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McLean, VA|News|
Star Student Athletes: McLean Twins Make Positive Impact On Community
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!
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Arlington|News|
Local Heroes: Ashley And Vicky Omekam Give Back To Arlington
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here are twins, born and raised in Arlington, who are having an impact on the community.
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