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Ava Wojnowski

Newsletter Editor

Ava Wojnowski earned her journalism degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has been dedicated to local reporting ever since. She’s thrilled to bring her passion for storytelling to the Northern Virginia community. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her exploring local hiking trails, enjoying a latte at a neighborhood cafe, or running along the Potomac River.

The skyline of Arlington's Rosslyn neighborhood.
City
Understanding city budget proposals in Northern Virginia
Arlington, Fairfax, and Alexandria have all recently unveiled their proposed 2027 budgets. Here’s a concise guide to what’s in them — and what it means for residents.
February 27, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
The waiting room at Skin Pharm in Arlington.
Wellness
Try Skin Pharm with Editor Ava
Step inside the new cosmetic dermatology office, Skin Pharm, in Arlington’s Virginia Square neighborhood.
February 24, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
Owners Matt Hill and Todd Salvadore of Ruthie's All-Day.
Food
Get ready for the second location of Ruthie’s All-Day
The beloved Ruthie’s All-Day in Arlington is set to open a second location in the coming months, expanding its popular all-day dining concept to a new neighborhood.
February 23, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
A bike racer drinking a beer at a previous year of the Garage Racing National Championship.
Entertainment
The story behind the bike race in a parking garage
The Garage Racing National Championship is taking place in National Landing this Saturday.
February 18, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
A rain barrel outside of a house in Alexandria.
Weather
How to get a rain barrel in Northern Virginia
Explore sustainability workshops across NOVA and learn how you can earn compensation for installing a rain barrel.
February 17, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
A view from the state inside the Filene Center, starting with three rows of foldable chairs. Then, there are many rows of stadium seats leading to a lawn under a wood roof.
Play
20+ upcoming concerts headed to Northern Virginia
Pitbull? Check. Zara Larsson? Check. It’s not a bad idea to triple-check this list and get your concert tickets before they sell out.
February 16, 2026
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Michael Beausoleil
The inside of Friends to Lovers Bookstore in Alexandria.
Entertainment
A procrastinators guide to Valentine’s Day
Looking for some last-minute plans this Valentine’s Day? Here are ideas on how you can celebrate around Northern Virginia.
February 9, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
The Potomac Yard metro station in Alexandria.
Development
Mark your calendars for these metro closures in Northern Virginia
The Blue and Yellow lines will be impacted by various closures throughout the spring. Plan your travel accordingly, as the National Airport stop will be impacted.
February 9, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
The Washington Commanders playing against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VII.
Sports
The history of the Washington Commanders in the Super Bowl
While the Washington Commanders are not playing in the Super Bowl this year, there’s still time to reminisce. Learn more about the history of the Commanders in the Super Bowl.
February 5, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
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