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A sign for the George Washington Memorial Parkway.
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Where to see fall foliage in NOVA
Wondering where you can see fall colors this season? Check out these six spots around Northern Virginia as the leaves begin to change.
August 29, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
The signage of Great Waves Waterpark in Alexandria.
City
Your guide to staying cool in NOVA
This heat wave has us feeling, well, hot. Here are some ways you can make the most of the heat and stay cool.
June 24, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
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Workers filling potholes in Northern Virginia.
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How to report potholes in Northern Virginia
As the weather changes, so do Northern Virginia’s roads — here’s how to report potholes across different parts of NOVA.
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Someone creating a vase in a pottery class.
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Try out these adult classes around Northern Virginia
From art studios to dance floors, NOVA is packed with adult classes to try.
January 20, 2026
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivering his "I Have a Dream Speech."
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s connection to Northern Virginia and DC
Discover how Martin Luther King Jr.’s civil rights activism shaped NOVA and DC.
January 16, 2026
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Isa Seyran, owner of the Ballstonian, poses with a regular.
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Local love: NOVAtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
January 16, 2026
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How Northern Virginia ranked in 2025
Here are 15 different rankings where NOVA ranked in 2025.
January 15, 2026
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Bins of items that are being donated, thrown away, or kept.
Local donation sites in Northern Virginia
These local donation sites will collect items like clothing, home goods, diapers, and other things that people may need.
January 13, 2026
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People paddleboarding in Northern Virginia.
Insider’s guide on how to achieve your 2026 goals
Check out our resources to help you reach your 2026 goals around Northern Virginia.
January 12, 2026
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An American airline at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Europe for under $500
From Spain to Ireland, here are five flights you can hop on to see different countries in Europe.
January 7, 2026
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A man in a suit climbing rock climbing wall. His body is horizontal with a focused look his face with his limbs attached to the colorful blocks stucking out of the wall. Onlooker are watching in the background.
Unconventional ways to workout around Northern Virginia
Try out these fun workout classes and activities that will ensure minimal boredom while you move your body.
January 7, 2026
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A photo of a non-alcoholic piña colada.
11 restaurants in NOVA serving mocktails worth your money
Participating in Dry January? Here are different bars and restaurants around Northern Virginia serving mocktails that will satisfy your drink cravings.
January 5, 2026
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