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City
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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Business
Six salons around Northern Virginia
With the holidays right around the corner, many of you may be looking for the perfect place to get your hair done. Check out these great salons around Northern Virginia.
December 5, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
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City
Your 2025 NOVAtoday Wrapped: The top news stories of the year
Spotify isn’t the only one having fun — dive into your 2025 NOVAtoday Wrapped.
December 4, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
The outside of an Amtrak train at Alexandria Station.
Airports and Transportation
Your guide to the Amtrak in Northern Virginia and DC
Traveling soon, but not feeling the hassle of flying? Check out this guide to Amtrak routes in and around Northern Virginia.
December 2, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
Kids writing letters to Santa at a Great Falls holiday event.
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Northern Virginia
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
November 25, 2025
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Staff
A photo of shops along King Street in Old Town Alexandria.
How to shop local on Small Business Saturday
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
November 24, 2025
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Staff
People shopping at a holiday market in Northern Virginia.
City
Holiday markets in Northern Virginia
Check out these six holiday markets happening throughout December in Northern Virginia — offering art, food, and, of course, holiday cheer.
November 21, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
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Weird Virginia laws you might not know about
Have you committed one of these strangely specific crimes? Take a browse through some Virginia laws you might not have known were on the books.
November 20, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
The Panes con Pavo sandwich from Your Only Friend, made with Salvadoran braised turkey, cortido, salted cucumber, Crystal Hot Sauce fried chili oil, Duke’s Mayo, served cold on a soft roll.
Restaurants
Sandwiches, pho, and more: Newly acclaimed restaurants near NOVA
From restaurants to chefs, see which three DC eateries and one culinary talent recently received top accolades.
November 19, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
A beer being poured at Courhaus Social.
Live
NOVA happy hour deals to quench your thirst
Hit the town and enjoy a discounted drink at one of these cheers-worthy NOVA happy hours.
November 18, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
A photo of Chain Bridge Road in McLean.
Real Estate
Explore one of Northern Virginia’s most expensive roads: Chain Bridge Road
Check out a variety of properties on Chain Bridge Road in McLean — from modern mansions to ones resembling Italian villas.
November 17, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski