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What to do if You Find an Old Gravestone in Prince William County

An old gravestone in the woods can make you stop and wonder who was there before you. Maybe you’ve found one on family property, noticed a few stones in a field, or come across what looks like a small cemetery while walking through an older part of Prince William County. The discovery can raise questions about the people who lived here, and it’s worth knowing what to do before you start looking for answers.

Prince William County, VA · 15d

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8 Maryland Bookstores So Packed With Cheap Books, You’ll Lose Track Of Time

Want to find amazing bookstores in Maryland that won’t empty your wallet?. These 8 bookstores offer shelves packed with cheap books and hidden treasures waiting to be found!. 1. Wonder Book & Video (Frederick) Some places just have a way of pulling you in and not letting go. Wonder...

Maryland · 12d

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Go Hear Dan Murray at Lena’s. You’ll Understand Why I’m Gushing.

ALEXANDRIA, VA — I went upstairs at Lena’s last month to hear Dan Murray, and I came away convinced we’ll soon be saying, “We saw him when.”. This young man is that good. I had written about Murray before the performance. I knew about his beginnings...

Alexandria, VA · 9d

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Alexandria Mural by Patrick Kirwin Celebrates Local History

Alexandria, VA – On a picture perfect Thursday afternoon in the Arlandria section of Alexandria, while neighborhood artists created a new mural on another wall of the Mt. Vernon Shops in Del Ray, artist Patrick Kirwin joined the staff and friends of Rust Construction unveiling their office redo and Alexandria’s latest commissioned mural. Measuring 18′ x 20′ it’s Kirwin’s largest undertaking yet.

Alexandria, VA · 8d

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Zebra Book Club Reviews The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife in Alexandria

Alexandria, VA – Over dinner at Aldo’s Italian Kitchen, the Zebra Book Club gathered for their October meeting to discuss Anna Johnston’s The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife. Longtime member Anna Marie Evans guided the lively conversation, unpacking the novel’s bittersweet themes of grief, second chances, and chosen family.

Alexandria, VA · 8d

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Del Ray Halloween Parade 2026 Draws Thousands for 30th Anniversary Celebration

Alexandria, VA – The 30th annual Del Ray Halloween Parade brought thousands of costumed children, adults, and pets to Mount Vernon Avenue on October 25, celebrating one of the region’s most beloved community traditions. Recognized by USA Today as one of the 10 best Halloween parades in the country, the event featured creative costumes, decorated strollers and wagons, local high school bands, and spirited neighborhood participation.

Alexandria, VA · 8d

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Thermal Cameras, Quilting Machines, and Free Seeds: Yes, That’s the Library

When you think of the library, you may picture cozy reading nooks, stacks of bestsellers, and quiet study areas. Those are all part of what makes the library special—but they are only the beginning. As November invites us to reflect on the services and resources that make everyday life...

Prince William County, VA · 8d

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Radioactive gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery | 7News Salutes

ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — Among the quiet rolling hills of Arlington National Cemetery, go to Section 31, Grave 472 -- You’ll find the headstone of Army Specialist Richard McKinley. There’s nothing distinctive or flashy about this grave, but looks can be deceiving. “His remains are, in fact,...

Arlington County, VA · 11d

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Recreate Washington’s Famous Crossing and Win Big at Mount Vernon!

MOUNT VERNON, VA — Got a rowboat? A few patriotic friends? Maybe a dog who looks particularly commanding in a tricorne hat?. You’re halfway to making history. Well, sort of. George Washington’s Mount Vernon has launched a delightfully imaginative contest inviting the public to recreate one of the...

Mt Vernon, VA · 8d

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Jiffy Lube Live Keeps the Music Moving!

As summer fades into fall, the music doesn’t stop in Gainesville, with major artists bringing a variety of sounds to local stages. Jiffy Lube Live continues to host major performers within different genres, making the venue a major part of the local music scene since its opening in 1995.

Gainesville, VA · 12d

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Triangle Couple’s Search for Family Unfolds on BYUtv’s Relative Race

Sean and Antoinette McDonald have spent more than two decades building a life together in Prince William County. Now, the Triangle couple’s search for Sean’s paternal family is unfolding before a national audience on Season 17 of BYUtv’s Relative Race. The McDonalds compete as Team Red. BYUtv...

Prince William County, VA · 12d

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More than 100 Pumpkins Will Light Up Franconia at Annual Pumpkin IllumiNIGHT

The region is full of fall traditions, whether it’s taking an annual visit to one of the pumpkin patches or finding the best fall treats. But, one of the most iconic traditions is Nalls Produce & Garden Center’s annual Pumpkin IllumiNIGHT. Each year, the family-owned business invites pumpkin...

Franconia, VA · 12d

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Before the Exorcist: The Lutheran Connection to a 1949 St. Louis Mystery

A statue of Martin Luther stands on the campus of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. Originally dedicated in 1903 and relocated to the seminary's present campus in 1926, the monument commemorates the German reformer whose teachings established Lutheranism. In 1949, seminary president Dr. Louis J. Sieck and the Rev. Alfred Doerffler reportedly attempted an exorcism involving a Maryland teenager whose experiences later inspired the novel and film The Exorcist. (Photo courtesy of Gary Todd, via Wikimedia Commons.)

St. Louis, MO · 12d

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DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival Bringing 200+ Vendors to Maryland and Virginia This November

The DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival will return to Montgomery County on November 7 and 8 at the Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse in Boyds/Germantown with a Virginia event the following weekend. The two-day festival will feature more than 200 vendors, with attendees able to sample coffees and chocolates from a variety...

Montgomery County, MD · 13d

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Out of the Attic: New Freedom House exhibition invites you into Monday Robinson’s life

The Freedom House Museum at 1315 Duke St. invites you to view a new traveling exhibition, “Monday Robinson: A Life of Thorns and Roses.”. The exhibition opened at Freedom House on Oct. 22 and will run through Dec. 31. Belle Grove Plantation, located in Middletown, Virginia, initially created and opened the exhibition in September.

Alexandria, VA · 12d

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Old Maryland Mill Towns Still Feed Locals At These 6 Hometown Restaurants

Maryland’s old mill towns grew up along rivers and rail lines, where cotton, flour, and silk once kept whole communities busy. The mills slowed down long ago, but many of those Main Streets still have a kitchen at the center of town life. This list covers six hometown restaurants,...

Maryland · 13d

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‘It feels like home’: Exposure Unlimited marks 40 years at FCCA

Among the flags and stickers on John Nichols Jr.’s protest sign at the Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts is a Stitch doll from Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch.” It’s one of the surprises in Exposure Unlimited’s 40th anniversary exhibit, one of two shows at FCCA that close Oct. 30.

Fredericksburg, VA · 13d

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The One Centreville Club at Centreville High School

The One Centreville club just kicked off another year at Centreville High School. Members volunteer their time each month to read to kindergarten through second grade students at Centreville Elementary School. Prior to their monthly visit, groups of members meet to preread their assigned book and plan out a fun and engaging activity related to the book they just read.

Centreville, VA · 12d

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