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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Out of the Attic: Alexandria and Thanksgiving

While Virginia didn’t celebrate Thanksgiving, Alexandria did in 1819 and 1820, according to the Alexandria Herald.

Alexandria Real Estate Q3 Revenue Rises

Alexandria Real Estate Equities reported strong revenue growth and robust Funds From Operations (FFO) in its latest earnings.

Alexandria's massive Landmark Mall redevelopment wins townhome approval

A homebuilder has won approval for its piece of Alexandria's massive Landmark Mall redevelopment, inching the megaproject forward.

Man shot and killed at Alexandria apartment building

A piece of crime scene tape remains at the scene of a deadly shooting at Lloyd Apartments on Manor Road in Alexandria. It happened just before 8 p.m. Saturday. Police say the victim is 23-year-old Carl Harris of Alexandria.

City of Alexandria announces ‘Alex-Cam Connect Program’

The City of Alexandria has announced a program to have citizens and businesses register their security cameras to help solve and prevent crime.

Discover the rich history of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

There are some towns in which the importance of them far outweigh the size of them, like Appomattox, Virginia. What you'll find is a view similar to one nearly two centuries ago.

Rifling Through the Home of a Corrupt, Jailed Congresswoman

There were two floors of boots, shoes, dresses, mink coats, bejeweled hats, and enough silk scarves to equip Dr. Deborah Birx for a month of TV appearances. There were hundreds of bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and other pieces of jewelry arrayed in silver and gold and adorned with diamonds, turquoise, and other precious stones.

Bonaventure Buys NoVA Apartment Complex from HGI for $50M

The firm purchased the 258-unit Braddock Lee Apartments, a block of parcels at 2400, 2409 and 2425 Menokin Drive and 2601 North Van Dorn Street, from an affiliate of Harbor Group International (HGI) for $49.5 million, according to property records. Bonaventure completed the deal via its perpetual fund Bonaventure Multifamily Income Trust.

Jobless Claims Fall as Hurricane-Related Spike Eases

Applications for unemployment had previously risen to their highest level since June, driven by hurricanes and strikes.

This Virginia Literary Road Trip Leads to 5 Incredible Bookstores

Looking to check out some of the best bookstores in NoVa? This road trip is so much fun! Ever since I was a young child, one of my favorite hobbies has always been reading. I'll admit it - I also love collecting books that are on my "to-read" list,

How Chinese Spies and Influencers Threaten U.S. Policy and Government

The FBI has thousands of open Chinese intelligence investigations spanning every one of its 56 domestic field offices.

2 residents, 3 firefighters hurt in Alexandria high-rise apartment fire

Five people were taken to the hospital after a fire broke out in a high-rise apartment complex in Alexandria on Monday afternoon. Within four minutes of

Historian: Truth about Alexandria founder Alexander Fulton may shock some

Alexandria founder Alexander Fulton faced execution by the U.S government two times and was pardoned each time by George Washington.

Meet the 2024 Homecoming Court

Homecoming at WVU is on the horizon, and with it comes the tradition of selecting two students to be named "Homecoming Royalty" during WVU Football's matchup against Kansas State University

Virginia Tech, Children’s National Hospital partnering to advance healthcare with AI

Thought leaders from academia and medical practice explored how artificial intelligence (AI) can advance children’s health care.

LIST: The 20 most beautiful places in Virginia, according to Southern Living

Virginia is full of historic towns, lively cities and breathtaking scenery — but where in the Commonwealth can you find the most beautiful sights of all? Southern Living has a few

Historic Haunts: Old Town, Alexandria

Just across the bridge from the nation's capital lies the quaint and picturesque Old Town, Alexandria. The Virginia neighborhood is the third oldest historic district in the country, with old cobblestone streets and buildings,

DC venture capital scales down to $478M in Q3, the region’s lowest quarter in 2 years

Cyber, biotech, AI and consumer products-related companies dominate the region’s top five deals. The FTC might play a role in this picture

These Five Stocks Make Up My Purloined Portfolio

Competition research is a part of investing. In this column, once a year I collect a few stocks from competitors I respect, and call the result the Purloined Portfolio.

Grove City Student-faculty Study on Migrant Children Published

Senior Megan Brock and Lisa Hosack, chair and associate professor of social work, were awarded the Hatfield Prize earlier this year.

Astrion Elevates Paul Everson to VP of Business Development Quality

According to Everson, as VP of business development quality, he will work with Astrion Chief Growth Officer Ronald Hahn to develop and implement new frameworks that would support the company’s continued growth.

DOJ sues Virginia, says officials are illegally striking voters off the rolls

(AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Virginia election officials Friday that accuses the state of striking names from voter rolls in violation of federal election law. The lawsuit filed Friday in U.S. District Court in Alexandria ...

When Suburbia Was Weird

A modernist enclave in the nation’s capital celebrates its 75th anniversary.

Stress Testing the FAFSA

The Education Department wrapped up phase one of the federal aid form’s limited rollout last week, seeking out early bugs and reassurance for families shell-shocked from last year’s fiasco. Are they passing their own test?

9th annual Walk to Bust Cancer returns to Alexandria

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and one foundation is hosting an event to highlight the importance of getting breast cancer screenings early. Martha

495 Reopened After Motorcycle Crash in Alexandria

Alexandria, VA – The northbound lanes of Telegraph Road at Interstate 495 experienced a closure as a result of a motorcycle accident investigation. The incident involved a crash with a single vehicle, leading to a shutdown for safety and examination.

A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Getting Political

After Danielle Romanetti, the owner of Fibre Space in Alexandria, Virginia, hosted Kamala Harris's visit in 2021, she saw a $30,000 windfall—and a surge in troll attacks. How she suggests dealing with attention,

Rediscovering the joy of creation in a consumed world

In our fast-paced digital landscape of today, it is all too easy to become a passive consumer of information. Every day we are bombarded with pieces of information through social

Dad charged in 5-year-old's death; officer arrested for driving stolen cars | Crime in the DMV

Articles and videos about Dad charged in 5-year-old's death; officer arrested for driving stolen cars | Crime in the DMV on FOX 5 DC.

Catherine Condyles & Thomas Buchanan

The marriage of Miss Catherine Saine Condyles and Mr. Thomas Andrew Buchanan, both of Richmond, Virginia, took place at five o'clock in the evening on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at

6 Expert Tips And Tricks For Brewing Sencha Green Tea

It is typically slightly vegetal, with both bitter and sweet notes. While working at Old Town Coffee, Tea, and Spice in Alexandria, Virginia, I became fascinated by the difference the steaming method makes. Unlike typical Chinese green teas, the flavor of ...

The #1 High-Protein Ingredient to Add to Your Soup, According to a Dietitian

A ¾-cup serving of chopped chicken is loaded with a whopping 29 grams of protein. That’s right in line with the 25 to 30 grams of protein per meal that experts recommend to best support muscle mass. With 250 calories per ¾-cup serving, it’s no coincidence that our collection of Soup Recipes for Weight Loss contains plenty of chicken-based options.

Lawsuit in US Targets Former Salvadoran Colonel in 1982 Killings of Dutch Journalists

An estimated 75,000 civilians were killed during El Salvador’s civil war, mostly by U.S.-backed government security forces.

Former Couche-Tard CEO Elected 2025 NACS Chairman

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Brian Hannasch, special advisor to Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., was named the 2024-2025 NACS chairman of the board. The election took place at the NACS board of directors meeting during the 2024 NACS Show, which took place Oct. 7-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

This Week's D.C. Deal Sheet: Alarm.com Expands HQ To 245K SF

Alarm.com signs a renewal and expansion at The Boro in Tysons, Shoreham Capital buys apartments in Arlington, Douglas delivers two projects, and more.