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James Longstreet's Account of the Battle of Gettysburg

At the Battle of Gettysburg (1-3 July 1863) Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet urged his commanding officer, General Robert E. Lee, to reposition their forces on the evening of Day 1. Lee refused, as the Union Army was before him and he had never retreated from a battle once engaged.

Gettysburg, PA · 2d
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Waynesboro man competes for $25,000 in Top Host contest

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — A man who said he has “a knack for announcing” is making a run to win the 2026 Top Host competition with Ryan Seacrest. If successful, Jeffrey Wheeler of Waynesboro will be the special guest on the morning radio show hosted by Seacrest available on the iHeartRadio app and where people listen to podcasts. The champion also will host (solo) a six-episode podcast and earn $25,000.

Waynesboro, PA · 3d
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It Started in Maryland – And It Helped Shape How America Fights, Governs, and Tells Its Grittiest Stories

Some states quietly watch history pass by. Maryland doesn’t do that. Despite its small footprint, this mid-Atlantic state has given America some of its most powerful symbols, its most enduring traditions, and a few hard truths it didn’t always want to hear. From national anthems to military culture, from federal power to unflinching television, Maryland ... Read more The post It Started in Maryland – And It Helped Shape How America Fights, Governs, and Tells Its Grittiest Stories appeared first on Festivaltopia .

Maryland · 23h

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Outdoor Fall Fun and More in Frederick: Nov. 6-7

Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in Frederick, including a local folklore festival and a Sasquatch hunt!. Folkways are the traditions that give a place its unique identity. Learn more about Frederick County’s at this fireside music and arts event at Snook Family Agricultural Center.

Frederick, MD · 3d
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Maryland Has An Old-School Drive-In Where Movies Glow On The Biggest Screen In America

Kids in pajamas, a double feature of brand-new movies, and a screen so big it has built a national reputation. That’s a normal summer night at one Maryland drive-in. The gates first opened in 1956. The place recently celebrated 70 years with fireworks lighting up the sky over the lot.

Middle River, MD · 14h

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This Maryland Musical Wonderland Is a Huge Destination for Guitar Players and Gear Fans

Some of the instruments at this Maryland music store stay in warehouses because there simply isn’t enough showroom space. That’s a remarkable problem for a shop already packed with guitars, amplifiers, pedals, and equipment for just about every kind of musician. Guitar fans can browse electric and acoustic...

Maryland · 2d

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Port Tobacco Players Presents An Encore Presentation Of “Unseen Hooks: The La Plata Tornadoes Of 1926 & 2002”

The following is a press release from Port Tobacco Players. Winner of Best Documentary at the 2026 Utopia Film Festival. Join us for the encore presentation of the documentary Unseen Hooks. Discover the chaos and horror of a town experiencing not one but two devastating tornadoes in less than a century, along with remarkable stories of heroism, resilience, stoicism, and even humor. Learn how the disaster became the catalyst for building a consolidated school and full-service hospital and establishing the county’s first volunteer fire department. Experience the powerful story of how a community came together, overcame unimaginable trauma and destruction, and learned to rise and build again.

La Plata, MD · 2d

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Documentary about La Plata tornados airs on 100th anniversary

Stanley Preston was eating dinner at the Charles Restaurant and Bar in La Plata after a day of filming a documentary when it dawned on him that he was sitting in an area that saw devastation. “It’s incredible that we’re sitting here after seeing what the 2002 tornado did to the town,” Preston, director of the documentary “Unseen Hooks,” said. The documentary was going to be only about the 1926 tornado, which swept through La Plata a century ago and killed 13 children and two adults, but many people still alive today remember the 2002 tornado, Anthony Puzzilla, historian and executive producer of the documentary, said. The documentary tells the story of how La Plata was struck by two of the most powerful tornadoes on record. It will be shown on Nov. 9 on Maryland Public Television, 100 years after the 1926 tornado, and was shown at the Utopia Film Festival in Greenbelt last month. “It just seemed like a meteorological anomaly,” Preston said. “They’re still amazed that it could even happen.” While the town is still known for its tornadoes, it gained relationships with other jurisdictions, Mayor Jeannine E. James said during the screening premier of the documentary on

La Plata, MD · 2d

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Veterans Day 2026: Discounts & Deals

Here is a list of local businesses providing discounts and freebies for Veterans Day 2026. Offers are subject to change and may vary by location. Some promotions are available only at participating locations. Veterans should bring proof of military service, such as a military ID, VA card, DD214 or other accepted documentation.

Fredericksburg, VA · 2d

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McLean Art Gallery welcomes new exhibit, prepares for 2027 closure

Time is ticking down on the McLean Art Society’s stay at the Chesterbrook Shopping Center. The nonprofit will welcome a new exhibit titled “City Life” to its McLean Art Gallery tomorrow (Wednesday) that’s now expected to be one of the last in the pop-up space at 6224B Old Dominion Drive.

Mclean, VA · 2d

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Disney’s “Frozen” Brings the Magic of Arendelle to Manassas

Get Your Tickets Today! Several shows are already sold out!. Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory presents the full-length Broadway musical at the Hylton Performing Arts Center Nov. 20 to 29. When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally unleashes her hidden powers, trapping Arendelle in an eternal winter, her fearless younger sister...

Manassas, VA · 1d

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Reston Community Players’ ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ lets the good times roll

Once Upon a Mattress is a beloved musical featuring music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and a book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. Reston Community Players’ version is set in 1920s New Orleans with doses of Mardi Gras inserted throughout the visual elements of the production. Rather than hearing a traditional overture at the beginning, the audience is greeted by the Minstrel (Jonathan Grygiel) dressed as a cordial Southern Gentleman to tell the classic tale of the Princess and the Pea. Grygiel immediately captivates us with his smooth, Benoit Blanc-style persona and beautiful vocal performance.

Reston, VA · 1d

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Northern Virginia Library Updates: Construction, Safety Concerns, Affordable Housing, and VA Library of the Year

Northern Virginia libraries have been making news. The George Mason Regional Library is currently closed for a two-year renovation, the Vienna-Carter Library construction is underway, and more. Here’s a roundup of local library news. Reston Regional Library Addresses Safety Concerns. Reston Regional Library sits next to the Embry Rucker...

Vienna, VA · 1d

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Close to Home: Jochums add their own chapter to townhouse’s long-standing story

A stately Federal townhouse on Oronoco Street is witness to more than two centuries of Alexandria’s rich history. The home was built in 1795 as an investment for John Potts Jr., the first secretary of George Washington’s Potomac Company. In 1799, he deeded the property for $12,000 to William Fitzhugh of Chatham, a former delegate to the Continental Congress.

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Christmas at VAWFSC: Make a Difference This Holiday Season

Provided by Virginia Women and Family Support Center. At Virginia Women and Family Support Center, they believe every family deserves joy, warmth, and celebration during the holidays. No child should miss out on the wonder of opening a gift, and no parent should feel alone in providing for their children.

Manassas, VA · 1d

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Tove Lo Announces 2027 U.S. Estrus Tour Dates

Tove Lo announced a nine-date U.S. run for 2027, extending her Estrus Tour into the spring. The shows follow the September release of her sixth studio album, ESTRUS. The tour opens in Texas with stops in Dallas on April 19, followed by Houston on April 20. Shows follow in Raleigh on April 23 and Washington, D.C. on April 24. Tove Lo then plays in Philadelphia on April 26 and in Boston on April 27.

Morrison, CO · 2d

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PHOTOS: Thousands pack Lee Street in Old Town for Halloween

It was a picture-perfect Halloween on Saturday, and thousands of costumed heroes, villains, monsters and historical figures took to the streets in Alexandria. With appearances by characters like George and Martha Washington, Dr. Doom and Harry Potter, S. Lee Street in Old Town was also closed off for its traditional Halloween block party, which started around 5 p.m. and lasted several hours.

Alexandria, VA · 3d

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Political spin: DJs tend turntables outside local polling stations

Christian Zammas has been DJing since the 1990s. He’s a self-proclaimed veteran of the rave scene. But he had never worked a gig quite like the one that consumed his Election Day. Around 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Zammas leaned over his controller on a grass strip beside the parking lot...

Fredericksburg, VA · 2d