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Stafford voters reject 1% sales tax for school construction

Stafford County voters on Tuesday narrowly rejected a measure to implement an additional 1% sales tax to support school construction projects. About 50.5% of voters rejected the measure, and 49.5% approved it, according to unofficial results from the Virginia Public Access Project. Stafford was among 47 localities statewide — and...

Stafford County, VA · 4d

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Treasury approves 153 Virginia Opportunity Zones, including three in Alexandria

The city’s new zones are around Mark Center and near Van Dorn Street.

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Concerns arise over Virginia law allowing accused or convicted criminals to seal records

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A new law went into effect in Virginia that makes it easier for accused criminals to seal their alleged crimes from public view. Supporters insist the idea behind the law was to help accused and convicted criminals get jobs and housing. But the new law also makes it more difficult for the public to find out if prosecutors botched or dropped cases and allowed criminals to walk free.

Virginia · 2d

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Veterans Day in Alexandria: Closures, Trash Delays and a Ceremony

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, brings closures for many City services and changes to household trash collection, along with a local ceremony honoring those who served. City government offices, Alexandria City Public Schools, courts, libraries and most recreation facilities are scheduled to be closed. DASH...

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Virginia vote scheduled on e-bike, scooter limits along Washington and Old Dominion Trail

ARLINGTON, Va. - The Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority is scheduled to vote Nov. 19 on whether to restrict electric bicycles and electric scooters across the entire 45-mile stretch of the Washington and Old Dominion Trail. The upcoming vote in Vienna could lead to bans on e-bikes and e-scooters for...

Vienna, VA · 2d

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Charles planning commission pushes back on subdivision amendment

Residents at a recent Charles planning commission meeting were concerned about how an amendment to the county’s subdivision regulations would affect Falcon Ridge, a housing development along Mason Spring Road in Indian Head. “Development regulations should balance the interest of property owners and developers with the long-term interests of the community,” Christine Cline of Indian Head said at the Nov. 2 meeting. “Charles County should be encouraging responsible development.” The subdivision plan for Falcon Ridge, which has been under development for almost 30 years, is going through an appeals process with the Charles board of appeals. A meeting is scheduled for January 2027. The planning commission recommended denial of the subdivision amendment and asked K. Hovnanian Homes of Maryland, the applicant that proposed the amendment, to add more accountability measures and remove the retroactive provision for projects that have a preliminary plan as of Jan. 1, 2026, including Falcon Ridge. The recommendation moves to the Charles County commissioners. Planning board members Semia Hackett and Jeffrey Bossart expressed concerns about the lack of accountability and oversight in the amendment, and most board members were concerned about the retroactive provision. “It’s becoming ever more challenging to find available areas to develop,” Erin

Charles County, MD · 2d

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Udvar-Hazy Center to honor veterans with discounts, programs

The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum will offer free parking and special discounts to veterans and active-duty military personnel at its Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Visitors with a valid military ID will receive complimentary parking, saving them the center’s standard $15 parking fee....

Chantilly, VA · 2d

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More Than 50 Montgomery County Elementary and Middle Schools Rank Among Maryland’s Best in New U.S. News Report

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Best Elementary Schools and Best Middle Schools rankings, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) earning strong representation among Maryland’s highest-ranked schools. According to the news shared by MCPS, 12 MCPS elementary schools placed among the top 25 in Maryland, while...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Roof Leak Closes Duncan Branch Library Through Nov. 16

Del Ray branch expects to reopen Tuesday, Nov. 17, after emergency repairs. In a notice issued Friday evening, Nov. 6, Alexandria Library and the City said the branch would be closed from Saturday, Nov. 7, through Monday, Nov. 16. Reopening is anticipated Tuesday, Nov. 17. The work includes cleaning affected...

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Fairfax County voters OK bond funding for parks, human services renovations

The Audrey Moore REC Center and Clemyjontri Park are among the amenities set to benefit from bond funding approved by Fairfax County voters in the general election on Tuesday (Nov. 3). According to unofficial results from the Virginia Department of Elections, a $180 million park bond and a $75 million...

Fairfax County, VA · 2d

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Mr Wash to Offer Free Car Washes to Veterans and Military Families for Veterans Day

Mr Wash Car Wash will offer free car washes to veterans, active-duty military members and military spouses on Tuesday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day. The promotion includes a complimentary Extra Shine exterior car wash at 10 participating locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia and Delaware,...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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A New Source for News, Events, and More in Fairfax, VA

The NOVA Guide has launched, giving Fairfax County residents a new source for local news, upcoming events, business openings, and ideas for what to do nearby. The website covers news, businesses, and life across Northern Virginia, with a dedicated Fairfax County page that brings local stories and useful guides together in one place. Readers can explore upcoming events, catch up on business news, browse Top Picks lists, and find something to add to their weekend plans.

Fairfax County, VA · 2d

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Alexandria's draft 2027 state agenda seeks new powers on housing, taxes, and data centers

City Council receives the legislative package Tuesday, with a public hearing and final adoption scheduled for Nov. 14 ahead of a 45-day General Assembly session

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Charles County Election Results 2026: Democrats Lead As Tight School Board Race Emerges

LA PLATA, Md. — As Gov. Wes Moore secured a second term Tuesday night, Charles County voters cast ballots through early voting, on Election Day and by mail, and unofficial results Wednesday morning show Democrats leading every partisan race on the local ballot. Residents weighed in on the county...

Charles County, MD · 4d

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Alexandria’s Holiday Tree Lighting Moves to Waterfront Park Nov. 21

Market Square, the ceremony’s longtime home, is closed for the City Hall and Market Square renovation. The city confirmed in its Nov. 4 construction update that several holiday events are moving while work is underway. The city says Old Town parking is limited during construction. Take a DASH bus,...

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Montgomery County State Park Among Six Public Land Projects Highlighted by Maryland DNR

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Thursday, November 5, that it has made progress on six new or expanded public land projects across the state, including a new state park in Montgomery County. According to DNR Secretary Josh Kurtz, the projects are part of an effort to expand...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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The Chief of Staff Becomes the Chief

THE SHAPERS · PROFILE Lester Davis, Gov. Wes Moore’s right hand, steps in as interim CEO of Maryland’s startup-funding engine. On Thursday, the board of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, better known as TEDCO, named Lester Davis its interim chief executive. He starts November 27, taking over from Troy LeMaile-Stovall, who has led the agency since 2020 and stays through November 26. The board says it will now run a search for a permanent CEO, which makes Davis, for the moment, the person in charge of keeping the lights on and the checks moving. Until now, Davis was the governor’s The post The Chief of Staff Becomes the Chief appeared first on TANTV .

Maryland · 2d

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‘Our System Is Broken’: Maryland Write-In Candidate Tonya Sweat Demands Answers After Zero Votes Appear on Election Website

Maryland write-in candidate Tonya Sweat has challenged the reporting of unofficial election results in the Prince George’s County executive race after the state’s election website showed her with zero votes, despite several voters saying they wrote her name on their ballots. “Our system is broken, and they will...

Maryland · 2d

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New Bay Bridge: Maryland approves plan for new Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans

Maryland is moving forward with a plan to build two new Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans and tear down the existing ones.

Maryland · 3d

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Sleep Overnight In An 18th-Century Maryland Governor’s House In The Heart Of Historic Annapolis

Most hotel rooms come with a key card and a view of the parking lot. In downtown Annapolis, one stay comes with centuries of Maryland history, a lobby that could pass for a museum, and a glass floor that lets guests peer down at old stone foundations. The building dates...

Annapolis, MD · 5d