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The 16 Best August Events in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
Don’t miss these festivals, concerts, performances, and more this summer.
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NoVA Daily: Your Guide to Virginia’s Primaries, Which Dog Names Are the Most Popular in Virginia
Plus, 5 local events to check out this week.
Hot Dog! Here Are the Most Popular Dog Names in Virginia
Plus, see the hottest dog names nationwide.
One Loudoun’s Container Store Set to Close
The Ashburn location was the brand’s only Loudoun County store.
Cool Off at 6 Summer Water Tubing Spots Near Northern Virginia
Keep calm and float on with these tubing trips in and around Northern Virginia.
The 16 Best August Events in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
Don’t miss these festivals, concerts, performances, and more this summer.
Don’t Miss Out on Tickets to the Maryland Renaissance Festival
The popular event begins August 29 and runs weekends through October 25.
Chantilly High School Student Creates Spray that Helps Plants Conserve Water
VerdureVeil produces a biodegradable spray designed to help plants better survive in drought conditions.
Here’s Your 2026 Voting Guide for Virginia’s August 4 Primaries
Time is running out to vote in the state’s primary election, but we’ve got you covered.
9-Year-Old Killed in Herndon E-Scooter Crash
Police urge community members to encourage kids to wear helmets when riding scooters.
Northern Virginia’s Closest Drive-In Theater Reflects on 70 Years of Cinema
The Historic Route 11 Drive-In Theatre recently faced permanent closure, but the community gem is still going strong.
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Cool Off at 6 Summer Water Tubing Spots Near Northern Virginia
Keep calm and float on with these tubing trips in and around Northern Virginia.
The 16 Best August Events in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
Don’t miss these festivals, concerts, performances, and more this summer.
Don’t Miss Out on Tickets to the Maryland Renaissance Festival
The popular event begins August 29 and runs weekends through October 25.
Food & Drink
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Stupid Good BBQ Wins NoVA Wars: Barbecue Edition
The Springfield restaurant defeated Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ to win the inaugural competition.
9 Northern Virginia Restaurants Serving Up Delicious Frozen Cocktails
Beat the summer heat with these satisfying, frosty concoctions.
First Bite Review: Whistler’s Ice Cream Extraordinaire Serves Up Rich Frozen Custard
A purveyor of decadent frozen custard takes the places of a frozen yogurt shop in Vienna.
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Home Designers Share Tips to Create Kids’ Rooms That Are Both Cute and Practical
These kids’ spaces balance form and function.
On the Market: A 1914 Cottage in Arlington’s Westover Neighborhood
This charming cottage has undergone a handful of updates to make it fit for living in 2026.
3 Northern Virginia Wineries Hit the Market
Meriwether Vineyards Group’s portfolio includes properties in Fauquier and Prince William counties.
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Hot Dog! Here Are the Most Popular Dog Names in Virginia
Plus, see the hottest dog names nationwide.
Chantilly High School Student Creates Spray that Helps Plants Conserve Water
VerdureVeil produces a biodegradable spray designed to help plants better survive in drought conditions.
Fairfax County Students Will Need to Tap ID Cards to Ride School Buses
FCPS is also introducing a new app that will provide parents with real-time bus-related notifications.
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