Make sure to follow these tips to save on your bills this winter. | Photo by Patrycja Grobelny via Pexels
Saving energy is a positive, no matter how big or small — it benefits the environment and decreases your monthly expenses. From installing solar panels to closing the blinds while you’re away, there are plenty of ways to keep your bills environmentally + financially friendly.
Heat
As temperatures drop, your energy bills can start to climb. Before the cold really sets in, take a few simple steps to keep your home cozy and efficient:
Seal and repair your windows: Prevent drafts and heat loss by covering or fixing any gaps in your windows.
Refresh your heating system: Clean or replace your heating filters — ideally every three months — to ensure your system runs properly.
Limit space heaters: Supplemental heating systems will further increase your bill.
Upgrade to LED lights: Winter means less daylight, so try to use light bulbs that consume less energy.
A new Toastique location is set to open in Vienna on Saturday, Nov. 15. Care to celebrate? The first 100 customers on opening day are eligible for $50 in rewards when they make a purchase of $10 or more. Promotions will continue throughout the week. (FFXnow)
Wellness
Get ready to break a sweat. Onelife Fitness is set to open a 53,000 sqft health club at 2910 District Ave. in Fairfax’s Mosaic District. The new location will feature a wide range of amenities. (FFXnow)
Opening
Life Alive, a vegetarian-centric chain, is coming to Arlington’s Ballston neighborhood. The cafe is expected to open on Wednesday, Nov. 12. This is the brand’s first Virginia location, but the second in the DC area. (ARLnow)
Eat
Crimson Coward, a Nashville hot chicken chain, is coming to Loudoun County. The chain will open in Leesburg’s Bellewood Commons shopping plaza. They originally planned to open this fall; however, the exact timeline remains unknown. (The Burn)
Cause
Looking to support a local business? About two months ago, a fire impacted Krop’s Crops, burning a barn and the main marketplace building. The farm is still operating while they are navigating the rebuilding process. A local has set up a GoFundMe in an effort to help. (FFXnow)
Fun Fact
Did you know, Virginia’s recent Election Day marked several historic milestones? This includes the election of the state’s first female governor, its first Black attorney general, and the first Muslim woman elected to a statewide office in the US. (The Washington Post + The Hill)
Biz
Scale AI is relocating its DC office to a larger space in Arlington’s Crystal City neighborhood. The San Francisco-based company, founded in 2016 and known for providing training data for artificial intelligence systems, has leased a 22,000 sqft property. The move is scheduled for next month. (Washington Business Journal)
Finance
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Shop
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A European Car Show will take place in Fairfax’s Mosaic District this Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pupatella is partnering with London Auto Services to show off numerous vehicles, which will be staged before parading down Lee Highway. What a perfect activity for all ages.
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