The BBC recently published an article discussing data centers — specifically, how Northern Virginia is leading the charge. What does this mean for you? Let’s find out.
According to a graph from Synergy Research Group, Northern Virginia accounts for 14% of the world’s operational data center capacity, while Beijing, China, and the state of Oregon follow, each representing 6%.
Fairfax County is home to 20 data centers according to a report from December 2024.
On Saturday, Nov. 8, community members will help the Scouting America National Capital Area Council for its annual “Scouting for Food” campaign. Volunteers will gather nonperishable donations left outside by neighbors, all to help stock local food pantries and support those in need. See what’s most needed. (InsideNOVA)
Coming Soon
A new bistro by the name of Town is coming toMcLean. This restaurant is joining Moby Dick House of Kabob at a retail center on Old Dominion Drive. The menu has not yet been released, but the owner says you can expect dishes like smash burgers and fried chicken. (FFXnow)
As I sit and write this newsletter, I hear planes going back and forth overhead. This is something the Reagan National Community Working Group hopes to improve. The advisory panel voted to spread flight paths more broadly to help reduce noise. The plan now goes to local governments and then the Federal Aviation Administration. (ARLnow)
Looking to make Thanksgiving dinner easier — and more local? Area 2 Farms is offering a Thanksgiving Harvest box filled with fresh, seasonal produce like salad greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, herbs, and cranberry shrub. Order by Saturday, Nov. 15, for delivery on Tuesday, Nov. 25, just in time for the holiday.
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The Virginia Lottery’s mission is clear: giving back to Virginia public schools. Since 1999, all Lottery profits — totaling over $17 billion — have gone to support local students and teachers in grades K-12. Follow the money.*
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Correction
In yesterday’s newsletter, we mistakenly linked to the wrong Fairfax parade. Instead, we recommend checking out the Town of Vienna Halloween Parade, taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 29.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be live music, local food trucks, creative art projects for all ages, and a variety of lively festivities.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Congratulations to all of those who raced the Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday. I had so much fun running around the city watching and cheering. Are you feeling inspired? Check out one of NOVA’s run clubs.
Want to run the Marine Corps Marathon next year? | Photo by NOVAtoday
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