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6 Spots for Winter Stargazing

These dark places offer ample views of the night sky, away from the urban glare.

The Pastor and the Pandemic

Glen Evans would rather be in Honduras. Even with the threat of Covid.

Dragonfly Spies

Is it an insect? Or a drone? If you're near CIA headquarters you can't be too sure.

Cooler Than Your Average Townhouse

Retro-industrial accents and modern furnishings give this end unit the feeling of an urban loft.

Covid’s Ripple Effects

These area residents didn't become sick from the coronavirus, but their lives were changed by it.

Rethinking the Pumpkin Spice Latte

Here's a new way to enjoy this fall tradition: Break it down.

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Hip-Hop for Cello

Ever heard The Weeknd on strings? Meet Arlington musician and TikTok sensation Andrew Savoia.

Shop Local: HB Fiori

Order Hermon Black's stunning arrangements to brighten someone's day—or your holiday table.

13.1 Miles Toward Social Justice

This half marathon fundraiser focused on more than fitness. The training included conversations about race.

Top Dentists

Looking for an outstanding oral surgeon, dentist or orthodontist? Here are our area's most respected dental health experts, as nominated by their professional peers.

Race and Rebuilding

Arlington is proudly progressive, yet its schools, neighborhoods and police records tell a different story about race. Where do we go from here?

To Beirut, With Love

Lebanese Taverna supports relief efforts with hummus sales.

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Touch and Go

My place of employment is open now, but I'm not there. None of the choices feel good.

American Barbecue With Asian Flavors? Yes, Please.

Wild Tiger is a pop-up concept that's not to be missed.

Do You Like to Doodle?

Illustrator Zara Gonzalez Hoang does. And she's got a new book out, along with downloadable drawing activities for kids.

Shop Local: Soultry

Khadeejah Honesty's travel-inspired statement jewelry will take you places.

Getting Scrappy

Arlingtonians donated hundreds of yards of fabric for a community art project. None of it went to waste.

Great Spaces: A Room of Many Uses

A tired den is transformed to offer greater functionality—and style.

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Advocating for At-Risk Kids During a Pandemic

Volunteers with the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program have gotten creative.

He Turns Fallen Trees Into Heirloom Furniture

Jeff Spugnardi's pieces are one-of-a-kind and built to last.

A Little City T-Shirt With a Big Impact

Sales of the "Falls Church, Better Together" shirts have helped local businesses and families.

The Post-Pandemic House

Will Covid-19 change our definitions of home and the design features we want? We asked experts to weigh in.

Her Restaurant Is Like Family. Its Fate Hangs in the Balance.

For Fava Pot owner Dina Daniel, the pandemic has brought heartbreaking choices, and optimism.

When Baseball Was Segregated

Arlington's Black baseball clubs drew crowds in the first half of the 20th century.

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Where Arlington’s Class of 2020 Applied to College and Got In

Here are the numbers, as reported by graduating seniors.

Kids Were Hungry. This Café Stepped Up.

Good Company Doughnuts has provided more than 3,000 free meals to school-age kids since March.

Organizing For Change

Anika and Yolande Kwinana planned several Black Lives Matter protests this summer in Arlington. Now they're turning the conversation to policing.

Take Me To the River

Situated on a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, this vacation home has wraparound views.

The 230-Year Old Piece of History in the Backyard

Ten of D.C.'s original boundary stones are in Arlington, Falls Church and McLean.

Great Spaces: Feels Like Wine Country

These outdoor spaces evoke the aesthetic of Napa and Sonoma.

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Bundles of Joy

Honoring the memory of a mother lost and supporting low-income moms and their newborns.

More Than Window Dressing

When the pandemic hit, local artists turned these storefronts into colorful beacons of hope.

8 Made-Local Gift Ideas

Brighten someone's day with these handcrafted wares by makers in your community.

Community Rallies Around Hospital Workers

"I've never seen anything like it in 30+ years," says Anthony Burchard, president of the Virginia Hospital Center Foundation.

Try These Family-Style Meals to Go

Takeout options exploded during quarantine. Some are so popular they may be here to stay.

Extraordinary Teen Awards 2020

Even in dark times, there is hope. These recent graduates are the kinds of future leaders we need.

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April’s Most Expensive Homes

Sales were slow in some ZIP codes, but the top-sellers did include an Arlington Ridge home that sold for $2.5 million.

Get Away: Shenandoah National Park

Not a camper? Try the lodges at Big Meadows and Skyland.

Once There Was a Segregation Wall in Arlington

A historic landmark crumbles in Halls Hill, and is the better for it.

Biking the GAP Trail

Small towns, picturesque scenery and history. The Great Allegheny Passage has all that and more.

Gift Alert: Flowers That Keep on Giving

Botanologica is offering seasonal bouquet subscriptions lasting three or six weeks. The next one begins June 20.

View From the Bench

Judge George D. Varoutsos has presided over Arlington County's 17th District Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court since 1998. He's seen some things.

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The Storied History of Chain Bridge

Spanning a narrow stretch of the Potomac, this local landmark has provided passage for Civil War soldiers, bootleggers and more.

Great Spaces: A Clever Way to Store Wine

This magical closet under the stairs isn't a holding cell for Harry Potter. It's a wine cellar.

A Hollywood Glam Townhouse Makeover

Penny Rutledge is vivacious and witty. So is her sense of style.

Language Lessons

I stopped learning my parents' native tongue at a young age. Now I regret it.

Poison Peanuts and Killer Cupcakes: Living With Food Allergies

Nearly 8% of U.S. kids have a food allergy. It makes life complicated. And sometimes scary.

Gift Alert: Luna Mar Creative

Kathy McIntire's ocean-inspired jewelry is made in Arlington.

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Fashion Find: Agents in Style

You can shop this Crystal City consignment boutique's couture pieces online.

7 Beautiful Virginia Hikes

Need some exercise and a change of scenery? Head to these wide open spaces.

Fashion Find: Bitter Grace Boutique

Anne Marie Johnson's comfort-chic wardrobe staples are all about empowering women. Shop the collection online.

Great Spaces: Story Time

A whimsical baby nursery incorporates prints inspired by children's picture books.

An Oasis in Falls Church

The architecture of this stunning custom home is oriented around a backyard pond and wildlife habitat.

How to Plant a Pollinator Garden

Bird and bee populations are shrinking. You can help bring them back by planting a habitat in your own yard.

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American Classic

New functionality meets timeless craftsmanship in a McLean custom home.

Get Your Bao Bun Fix at This Pop-Up

Scott Chung brings Bun'd Up, a Union Market favorite, to Pentagon Row.

Is Arlington Ready for the Next Flood?

In 2019, a sudden squall left scores of local homes and businesses under water, causing millions in damages. Are we prepared for another one?

Arlington Turns 100

Our county celebrates a centennial milestone this month. Here's how the county got its name, and a peek at what it looked like a century ago.

The Creative Force Behind Sisters Thai

Meet Tammie Disayawathana. She'll make you feel at home.

8 Questions with Commonwealth’s Attorney Parisa Dehghani-Tafti

The top prosecutor for Arlington and the City of Falls Church began her four-year term in January. Here are her top priorities.

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Home on the Ridge

A custom home in Arlington Ridge makes the most of its terrain, enjoying views for miles.

Tackling Homelessness in Bailey’s Crossroads

A new shelter offers 52 emergency and medical respite beds, plus 18 permanent housing units.

The Whiskey Book Club

Think book groups are only for wine-drinking women? Think again.

Where to Eat and Drink in Richmond

Virginia's capital city is having a moment in the national culinary spotlight. Our dining critic highlights the places you just can't miss.

Will Amazon’s HQ2 Trigger a Housing Market Frenzy?

Speculation is rampant. Here's what the numbers show so far.

Home Sales Trends in More Than 400 Neighborhoods

Thinking of buying or selling? Here's what's happening with real estate transactions at the hyper local level.

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Restaurant Review: Sfoglina

Fabio Trabocchi has arrived in Rosslyn. In pasta we trust.

Victor Albisu Has a New Ballston Eatery in the Works

Expect egg-centric dishes and more at Huevos, slated to open this spring.

Great Spaces: The Art of the Basement

A lower level gets a bright, pretty makeover.

The Coolest Group House in Arlington

Once it was an opulent castle owned by a reclusive couple. Then it became the ultimate party house.

Get Away: Swanendele Inn

Worldly furnishings make this St. Mary’s County, Maryland property one-of-a-kind.

7 Questions With Arlington NAACP President Julius Spain

Criminal justice rights, gentrification and education equality were part of the conversation.

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A Place for Knitters, Quilters and Fiber Artists

No room for a home studio? TINT makerspace has arrived in Falls Church.

With Strings Attached

Leo Sushansky's violin performances are fervent and triumphant. Much like his life.

Get Away: Shadow Mountain Escape

These timber-frame cabins are made for romantic weekends.

Milk’s Favorite Cookie

Finding that sweet spot in a racial identity that isn’t black or white.

Get Away: Graduate State College

This boutique hotel next to Penn State is designed for Nittany Lions.

This is What a Cardiac Event Feels Like

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the U.S. Four local women share their stories.

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4 Stunning Master Bathrooms

These neutral retreats are elegant studies in texture.

Falls Church’s Tin Man

He's been a fixture in The Little City since 1962.

Cuckoo for Curiosity Doughnuts

Find out what all the fuss is about in Tysons.

Try Your Luck at These Nearby Casinos

A gambling newbie places her bets on adult playgrounds ranging from high style to old-school.

Gift Alert: Soultry Statement Jewelry

Clay is the main material in these Calder-esque pieces by Arlington maker Khadeejah Honesty.

Restaurant Review: Thompson Italian

Katherine and Gabe Thompson have created the kind of restaurant every neighborhood craves.

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1600+ Uninsured Patients Per Year

A look at the critical role played by the Arlington Free Clinic and its 550 some volunteers.

Get Away: The TWA Hotel

Few things are groovier than a retro aviation-themed hotel with mid-mod furnishings and a throwback cocktail bar.

A Sanctuary During the Jim Crow Era

McLean's Pleasant Grove Church was a pillar of African-American life.

What’s in Frank Ruta’s Basement?

The former White House chef is continuing the winemaking traditions of his parents' homeland.

Get Away: The Four Seasons Philadelphia

Have a cocktail and take in the view atop the 10th tallest building in the U.S.

Sloppy Mama’s Barbeque is Smokin’

The smokers at this Lee Highway eatery are fired up 'round the clock.

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The Multigenerational House

A mom and her young family needed more space. Her parents needed less. So they built two right-size homes under one roof.

Take a Bob Ross Painting Class

Learn to paint "happy little trees" here in Arlington.

My Downsized Life

The memories remain, but the stuff has to go.

Where to Shop for Antiques and Oddities on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

Road trip to these auctions and stores for one-of-a-kind finds.

10 Questions with Falls Church Mayor David Tarter

A snapshot of what's new and what's coming to The Little City.

Get Away: The Virginia Women’s Monument

Yet another reason to visit Richmond—this new memorial honoring notables ranging from Patsy Cline to Pocahontas.

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SER Rises Above the Flood Waters

After a spate of water incidents, the Ballston restaurant and its owners are stronger than ever.

Life After 50…With Cannabis

As Virginia inches toward decriminalization, Boomers and Xers are trying weed and CBD products as an alternative to Big Pharma.

An Essential Guide to Local Resources for Seniors

Get to know what's available in your community, from wellness and social activities to residential, health care and support services.

Understanding Medicare

This year's open enrollment period runs through December 7. Here's what you need to know about the ABCs (and D's) of this federally funded health insurance program.