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Starbucks Closings + Shutdown Relief For Workers + Pumpkin Picking: VA Business

Eateries offer discounted food and drinks to federal employees during the government shutdown; a listeria outbreak; and Starbucks closings.

With many federal employees facing uncertainty, some Virginia restaurants are offering discounts to feds impacted by the government shutdown.
With many federal employees facing uncertainty, some Virginia restaurants are offering discounts to feds impacted by the government shutdown. (Taco Bamba)

Business news this week included restaurants stepping up to offer food and drink discounts to federal employees impacted by the government shutdown and a deadly listeria outbreak at several Virginia retail stores. Plus find out where to buy pumpkins and get into the Halloween spirit.

During Government Shutdown, VA Credit Union Offers Zero-Interest Loans

Federal employees, military and contractors whose pay are affected by the government shutdown can get assistance through the credit union.

Food, Drink Deals Offered By DMV Restaurants To Feds Affected By Shutdown

DMV restaurants are offering special discounts and deals for federal employees impacted by the government shutdown.

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Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe: 50 Years Of Serving NoVA Families

Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe is one of more than 70 eateries taking part in the Seventh Annual Arlington Restaurant Week, Oct. 13 to 20.

Dunkin’, Baskin-Robbins Planned To Replace VA Wendy's Location

A new drive-thru use will take over the Wendy's location in Vienna, according to a report.

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Lebanese Taverna Offers Restaurant Week Specials Oct. 13-20

Lebanese Taverna is one of the more than 70 restaurants offering special prices during Arlington Restaurant Week.

Clarendon Pan-Asian Eatery Offers Restaurant Week Specials

Customers at wagamama's Clarendon location will be able to order specially priced dishes from both its lunch and dinner menus.

Palette 22's Open-Kitchen Concept Brings Global Street Food To Life

Palette 22, which specializes in serving globally inspired tapas, is offering special prices as part of Arlington Restaurant Week.

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Scare Up Some Halloween Fun At The Boro In NoVA

The Boro Tysons is planning a free, frightfully fun Halloween event for Saturday, Oct. 25.

Mars To Golden Power Line Opposition Organized By VA High School Student

A Rock Ridge High School student has been informing residents and speaking out against the impacts of new overhead power lines.

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To VA Walmart, Trader Joe’s Products

Eating food contaminated with Listeria can lead to a serious infection, with symptoms ranging from headache to fever and muscle aches.

Lifestyle Eyewear Brand To Open NoVA Store

A national lifestyle eyewear chain is opening its newest store Saturday, Oct. 11 in Reston Town Center.

The Arc Of Loudoun Celebrates New Home After Relocation Of School, Other Services

After a lockout at its old campus, the Arc of Loudoun is continuing services for people with disabilities at a new location.

Thefts From 4 VA City Stores Lands Sterling Man In Jail: Police

A Sterling man arrested for stealing merchandise from four Fairfax City retailers was found in possession of narcotics, according to police.

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