'Quadg0d' Wins Again | 'Gift Of Love' | South Pole Trek: VA Good News

VIRGINIA — This week's good news stories in Northern Virginia include new cars for refugees from Afghanistan, the "Quadg0d" wins his second U.S. championship, and a local businessman travels to the South Pole for charity.

Here are some of this week's good news headlines:

'Gift of Love' Is What Afghani Refugee Calls Car From Charity

Rides for Refugees, a Reston-based charity, presented cars to two refugees, in order to help them get around and be more self-reliant, as they acclimate to their new lives in Northern Virginia.

Ilia Malinin Completes Quad Axle, Wins 2nd U.S. Championship

Vienna's Ilia Malinin, the self-proclaimed "Quadg0d," again proved why he has that title at the U.S. Figure Skating National Championships Sunday.

• Local Figure Skater 4th In Women's Championship

South Pole Trek Made After Man Cancels North Pole Trip

A Reston businessman recently found himself at the polar opposite of where he hoped to be nearly a year ago — literally.

Mac And Cheese Favorite Food Delivered In 2023 By Robots

Mason Dining and Starship Technologies, the world’s leading provider of autonomous delivery services, are celebrating five years of autonomous robot deliveries at George Mason University.

Bob & Edith's Diner Opens New Location

Bob and Edith's Diner, a locally founded diner, opened its newest location in Manassas.

• Longstanding Vienna Inn Gears Up For 64th Anniversary
• Philly's Wholesome, Fast-Casual Restaurant Coming To Fair Lakes Center

Black History Month

• Black History Month 2024 Events Planned In Fredericksburg
• Bus Tour, Trail Ribbon Cutting: Alexandria Black History Month Events

Valentine's Day

• These 7 Virginia Restaurants Are Among America’s Most Romantic
• Valentine's Day 2024: Where To Find Specials Around Vienna

Music and Comedy

• Elite Closed Mic Comedy Shows Coming To Ambar Clarendon
• Wolf Trap's First Summer 2024 Shows Announced

New Businesses

• Idylwood Plaza Gaining New Businesses In 2024
• Total Wine & More To Open In Former Tuesday Morning Space
• Boutique Warehouse Sale Returns For 2 Days In 2024

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• Alexandria's George Washington Birthday Parade, More Lined Up For 2024

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