McLean, VA|News|
NoVA Black Chamber Guides Businesses, Starts Community Outreach
The Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce is undergoing a rebranding effort under a new executive director.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Virginia: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Virginia are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Reston, VA|News|
Podcast Explores Gray Love In The Time Of COVID
Laura Stassi hosts the Dating While Gray podcast, which examines dating and relationships among the senior set.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean Art Teacher Finds Growing Success With Zoom Classes
Since Patch last spoke with "Miss Pam," she has expanded her art offerings and participated in an inauguration art project.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Married Couple Receives COVID-19 Vaccine At Same Time In NoVA
Four years ago, Anne and Tony celebrated their wedding at their senior living community. Now they got the vaccine at the same place.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Playa Bowls Brings A Taste Of The Jersey Shore To Reston
Playa Bowls Reston specializes in healthy, fruit bowls containing energy-boosting açaà berries.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
How The Vienna VA Foodies Group Grew Into A Movement For Good
The Vienna VA Foodies group has turned into an initiative providing food deliveries to first responders, food insecure families and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Afternoon Tea Offers Solace For Customers At Pentagon City Hotel
The Ritz Carleton Pentagon City is offering Afternoon Tea as a respite from holiday shopping and coronavirus concerns.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
300,000 Dead: Remembering VA, DC Residents We Lost To Coronavirus
Patch knows your friends, families and loved ones are more than numbers. We want to help you share the stories of NoVA, DC lives lost.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Leesburg, VA|News|
VA Coronavirus Cases Climb But ICU Capacity Ample, New Data Shows
Covid Act Now says Virginia coronavirus cases are climbing but intensive care capacity is ample for now. More tracing is needed.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Most Will Get Coronavirus Vaccine But Questions Raised: VA Survey
Most VA Patch survey respondents will take the coronavirus vaccine, although they debated whether President Trump or doctors deserve credit.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Young Men’s Service Group Helps Loudoun Families During Pandemic
The Youth Men’s Service League South Loudoun Chapter is partnering with the Dulles South Neighborhood Closet to serve families in need.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Nominate Favorite NoVA Business As Best Of The Year
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a northern Virginia Business of the Year.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
'It Changed Everything': Jobs Program For Homeless Marks 2 Years
Workers in the Fairfax City program contribute to key parks and recreation work, and some go on to find full-time work from employers.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Coronavirus Vaccination Grant Awarded To Rappahannock District
The Mary Washington Hospital Foundation awarded a $5,000 mini-grant to the local health district to prepare for a coronavirus vaccination.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Turning 103? Why Not Celebrate With A Parade?
Franklin Farms resident Elizabeth Zangel enjoyed a parade that her family organized in celebration of her 103rd birthday.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Prince William Nonprofits Get Additional $1M In CARES Act Funding
The Human Services Alliance of Greater Prince William​ is distributing a total of $1 million in funding to 12 nonprofits in the county.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Coronavirus Check-In: Herndon Tea Lady Still Afloat
Rachel Eisenfeld reopened The Elden Street Tea Shop in June, focusing on deliveries, pickups and outdoor seating.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Face Shields To Be Distributed At Manassas Porch Party
Manassas Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis​, who is running for mayor, will be distributing 1,000 face shields on Oct. 22 in the city.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Homestretch Continues Work With Homeless Families In 30th Year
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and many Homestretch families have been impacted by domestic violence.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn, VA|News|
Rosslyn BID's O2 Space Now Available For Outdoor Working
Office workers can now bring their job outside and work at Rosslyn BID's O2 outdoor workspace at Gateway Park.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Donations Wanted To Limit Evictions In Fairfax During Pandemic
Nonprofit Britepaths is seeking donations to fund its October eviction prevention campaign, with a goal of raising $150,000 by Oct. 31.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Feeling Overwhelmed? NVFS Offers Online Support, Counseling
Northern Virginia Family Service is offering online counseling for individuals overwhelmed with stress and anxiety.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Across Virginia|News|
VA Patch Local Business Information Center: A Community Resource
VA Patch has partnered with scores of local businesses to keep you informed about their services during the pandemic and beyond.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Instagram Account Shares Stories Of Overcoming Coronavirus
Debjani Sarkar of Herndon launched Stories from the Front Lines to document how people are handling the coronavirus pandemic.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
GridPoint Launches GoFundMe To Help Restaurant Workers
GridPoint's Reston office is raising money for restaurants and their staff impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Oakton Dental Office Plans Free Day To Thank Military, Veterans
The dental office's staff have all volunteered their time to offer a day of free simple dental work for military members and their families.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Social Burger Provides Weekly Meals To Daytime Shelter
The owner says Social Burger is committed to providing meals through the end of the year to the Lamb Center.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Expands Support For Those Impacted By COVID-19
Arlington County is expanding support for those disproportionally affected by the new coronavirus.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Stuck At Home Due To Coronavirus, Herndon Woman Turns Mask Maker
Herndon woman finds a way to keep busy and be useful by sewing face masks for her neighbors and friends.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Yoga Studio Helps Members Cope With Pandemic: Alexandria Hero
The owner, nominated for our hero series, discusses the state of business and coping with stress during the pandemic. Presented by Ring.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Across Virginia|News|
VA Patch Local Business Information Center: A Community Resource
Patch has partnered with scores of local businesses to keep you informed about their services during the pandemic and beyond.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Demand Grows At Alexandria Shelter: Adopting A Dog Amid COVID-19
Wednesday is National Dog Day, and places like the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria have seen increased demand for adoptions.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Friday Night Live! Delivers Virtual Concert Experience
Herndon's annual free concert series has moved online and is being live streamed every Friday night through Sept. 25.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
Business Owner Keeps Staff Paid, Aids Cancer Patients: Patch Hero
Paula Garrison's small business has provided essential cleaning services and kept all employees paid during the pandemic.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Irish Festival, Goes Virtual In 2020, Supports Vendors
This is the first time the annual Alexandria tradition won't be held in person.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Dog Bar With Off-Leash Park Plans Fall Opening In Alexandria
Barkhaus, whose co-owners hosted the Old Town Beer, Wine and Dog Festival in 2019, will offer food, drinks and an off-leash dog park.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Public Safety Heroes Drop In On Inova Children's Patients
Local firefighters and law enforcement officers rappel down Inova Children's Hospital's exterior in costume to wish patients well.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
ACPD Hosts Fill-The-Cruiser Food Drive For Families In Need
Arlington County Police are hosting an Aug. 11 food drive at three locations for the Arlington Food Assistance Center.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Troop 167 Delivers 1,500 Food Packages To Families In Need
Scouts from Troop 167 delivered packages of food to Arlington families in need during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Back To School: Check Out Fall Plans For NoVA School Districts
Here's what to know about fall school reopening plans in Northern Virginia and the Fredericksburg areas in the age of coronavirus.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
