Arlington|News|
Police Investigate Armed Carjacking In Arlington's Ballston Area
A driver was carjacked early Sunday morning in the Ballston area of Arlington when three suspects brandished a gun and then stole his car.
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McLean, VA|News|
15 Candidates Qualify For McLean Community Center Board Election
McLean Community Center has certified 15 local residents to run for seats on its governing board. Read their personal statements below.
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Arlington|News|
March Madness 2023: 2 VA Teams To Play In NCAA Men's Tournament
The NCAA’s March Madness tournament begins Tuesday. Here’s who made it from Virginia and where they’re seeded.
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McLean, VA|News|
Works By 3 Artists Featured By McLean Project For The Arts This Spring
McLean Project for the Arts’ Spring Solo Exhibitions will open April 13 and will feature works by two sculptors and one painter.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Amy Kaslow Gallery Moving To Larger Space In Downtown Bethesda
Amy Kaslow Gallery is holding a farewell party at its at Spring Valley location in Washington, D.C., before it moves to downtown Bethesda.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Rakugaki Holds Soft Opening At Bethesda's Wildwood Shopping Center
Rukugaki held a soft opening on Saturday for its new restaurant in the Wildwood Shopping Center in Bethesda.
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Arlington|News|
Jake's Gourmet, HS Student 'Quadgod', Mad Hatter Party: NoVA Good News
Good news in NoVA this week includes Jake's Gourmet Popcorn coming to Seven Corners, honors for Ilia "Quadgod" Malinin, and Bunny photos.
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Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
MD Leaders Ask President Biden To Weigh In On FBI Headquarters Process
Virginia leaders say they oppose asking President Biden to intervene in the FBI headquarters process as Maryland leaders hope he intervenes.
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Arlington|News|
Gunston Middle School Placed On Lockdown After Written Threat: Police
Gunston Middle School in Arlington was placed on lockdown Friday afternoon after a “written threat” was found at the school, police said.
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Arlington|News|
Selling A Home? NoVA Realtor Explains Top Mistakes Home Sellers Make
A top Realtor in Northern Virginia offers important advice for all aspects of selling a home, including pricing, curb appeal and showings.
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Arlington|News|
Arlington Carjacking Under Investigation, Vehicle Found In DC: Police
Arlington police are investigating a carjacking that occurred Thursday night in the Pentagon City area and involved several suspects.
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Burke, VA|News|
Scout Dens, Troops Invited To West Springfield District Police Station
The West Springfield District Station is hosting Scout Night on March 14, when police officers will give presentations and video tours.
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Arlington|News|
Alexandria Man's Loaded Handgun Confiscated At Reagan National Airport
An Alexandria man was stopped from bringing a loaded handgun onto his flight at Reagan National Airport on Thursday morning, the TSA said.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Organic Butcher of Bethesda Opens Store In Downtown
The Organic Butcher of Bethesda, a full-service butcher shop, opened for business on Thursday in downtown Bethesda.
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Arlington|News|
Man Crashes Car While Trying To Drive On Arlington Pedestrian Bridge
A man was trying to drive his Mini Cooper car onto a pedestrian bridge over Route 50 in Arlington when he crashed, a witness said.
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Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
Leaders Break Ground For New Government Center, Library In Kingstowne
County officials held a groundbreaking ceremony in Kingstowne Thursday for a combined library, police station and supervisor's office.
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Arlington|News|
Missing Middle Plan Wins Unanimous Approval From Planning Commission
The Arlington County Planning Commission voted 8-0 Wednesday night to recommend approval of the county's Missing Middle Housing plan.
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Arlington|News|
Wet Snow, Wintry Mix In Forecast For NoVA, DC Friday Morning: NWS
Snow could mix with rain between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Friday in Northern Virginia, followed by all rain Friday afternoon and a cold Saturday.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
NSYNC, 98 Degrees Members Featured At Westfield Montgomery Concert
Westfield Montgomery Mall is holding a concert April 1 where LFO and O-Town will perform live, with NSYNC and 98 Degrees members as hosts.
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McLean, VA|News|
McLean Community Center Seeks Input On Programming At Public Hearing
The McLean Community Center Governing Board is holding a public hearing on Wednesday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. to get feedback on programming.
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