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A view of the patio of SYN Rooftop Bar & Lounge , which features seating and a fire pit.
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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in NOVA
Dining in NOVA is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
April 10, 2025 09:50 AM
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A wall that's painted yellow and filled with shelves of board and card games from the floor to the ceiling.
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An introvert’s guide to Northern Virginia
Want to be more social, but hate the idea of chatting up a stranger? Try these activities for introverts in NOVA.
March 12, 2025
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Brianna Williams
The west facade of Saint Sophia Cathedral in Harbin, China, showcases its distinctive Byzantine-style architecture. The cathedral features a large green domed roof, brick walls with ornate detailing, and tall windows. The entrance is visible in the center, with decorative arches and a tower extending above the building.
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Take a virtual tour of Fairfax’s 3 sister cities
Our guide may even make you want to grab your passport and head for our sister cities in South Korea or Turkey.
March 12, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Artificial Insults: A ChatGPT roast of NOVA
With artificial intelligence seemingly everywhere, we decided to hone its powers for a good lighthearted roast of Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax.
March 7, 2025
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Shea Stapley
Rue Froide, a narrow street with colorful shop fronts in Caen France
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Alexandria’s 3 sister cities: A virtual tour
Our guide may even make you want to grab your passport and head for our sister cities in Scotland or Sweden.
March 7, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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NOVAtoday’s spring ‘in’ and ‘out’ list
Spring has sprung… almost. Here are our hot takes on what’s cool this season and what’s not.
March 7, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Travel to Arlington’s 5 sister cities (virtually)
Our guide may even make you want to grab your passport and head for our sister cities in Germany or France.
March 7, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A view of the Washington Monument in DC from the shore of the Tidal Basin
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ChatGPT roasts Washington, DC
Can AI write a good roast of the nation’s capital? We decided to find out.
March 6, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Reduce your carbon footprint with the GetGreen Arlington app
Arlington County and environmental nonprofit EcoAction Arlington are giving you the tools to reduce your carbon footprint — right from your back pocket.
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Where to give back and volunteer in NOVA
This list of volunteer opportunities around Arlington and Alexandria includes everything from animal shelters to veterans associations.
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Gadsby’s Tavern history in Alexandria
The city’s oldest bar has been in service since the 18th century and has welcomed many historic figures, including the first US president.
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Learn about the type of local government Washington, DC has + how to get involved.
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Fairfax, VA City Hall at dusk, featuring a brick facade, white columns, lit street lamps, and a landscaped walkway.
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Get to know Fairfax’s government
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Illustration of three modern buildings labeled as condo, rental, and retail against a blue sky.
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3 high-dollar Alexandria developments in the construction phase
Check out this quick breakdown of some major projects on their way to being completed.
March 14, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Four people from the "Queer Eye" cast are standing behind a desk looking at papers and jewelry sitting on top of the desk. Two of the four are hunched over to get a better look. On the other side of the desk, a man sits and points at one of the jewelry pieces. A "Netflix" banner can be seen in the background.
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“Queer Eye” is searching for local heroes
The Netflix TV show is casting heroes for its next season in Washington, DC and the greater DMV area.
March 14, 2025
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An ariel shot of the 14th Street Bridge spanning the Potomac River to connect Arlington VA and Washing DC with images of the National Mall in the background.
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Movies and TV shows filmed in Northern Virginia
NOVA is a star: You’ll be able to spot local destinations and landmarks while tuning in to these movies and television shows.
March 13, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Black and white photo of U Street in Washington, DC, showing a wide street, historic buildings, cars, and a church.
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“Black Broadway": The history of DC’s U Street neighborhood
We’re putting this DC neighborhood center stage + sharing how it was and continues to be a cultural hub for the African American community.
March 12, 2025
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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.
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40+ upcoming concerts headed to Northern Virginia
Hozier? Check. Dierks Bentley? Check. It’s not a bad idea to triple-check this list and get your concert tickets before they sell out.
March 7, 2025
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