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Our December issue is hitting newsstands now! 📖 Pick up a copy to see our ranking of Northern Virginia's Top 25 public high schools. Plus, find escapes for the holidays and our list of 2025 Top Lawyers.

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🛍️ Trade mass-produced décor for timeless charm — Young Lucketts Vintage Store is showing a new generation why old-meets-modern style never goes out of fashion.

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Young Lucketts Vintage Store Hopes to Attract a New Generation
Wyatt and Ashley Eblen are preparing to open the Young Lucketts Store at 12810 James Monroe Highway, a modern take on Lucketts merchandise.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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The DOJ has sued the Loudoun County School Board, alleging two students were disciplined after raising religious objections to a transgender student using the boys’ locker room.

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Justice Department Sues Loudoun County for Religious Discrimination
A U.S. Justice Department lawsuit alleges Loudoun County practiced religious discrimination when they suspended two Christian students.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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A California man has pleaded guilty to stealing over $50,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards from a friend’s Fair Oaks home.

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Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Rare Pokémon Cards from Fair Oak Home
California man Mohammad Asif has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $50,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards from his friend’s Fair Oaks home.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Northern Virginia is shining brighter than Santa’s sleigh! 🎄 Check out 13 homes lighting up the region with over-the-top decorations and festive cheer.

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13 Northern Virginia Houses with the Best Christmas Decorations
The lights and Christmas decorations are extra bright and festive at these holiday displays around Northern Virginia.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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Hoping to skip the Christmas Eve cooking? 🍽️🎁 Make a reservation at one of these NoVA spots serving festive, stress-free holiday dinners.

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Where to Make Christmas Eve Dinner Reservations in Northern Virginia
A guide comprehensive to restaurants in and near Northern Virginia offering Christmas Eve dinner reservations.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Nat Geo is opening a new D.C. museum featuring an exhibit spotlighting at-risk species, bringing awareness and wonder under one roof. 🌍🦋

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Nat Geo’s New DC Museum Will Feature At-Risk Species Exhibition
“Photo Ark: Animals of Earth” will open at National Geographic's new DC museum, Museum of Exploration, in Summer 2026.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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The Mount Vernon mansion just reopened after a $40 million revitalization project, with all first and second floor rooms now open to the public once again. 🏛️

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Mount Vernon Reopens Mansion After $40M Revitalization Project
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is celebrating the completion of several phases of a $40 million revitalization project.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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The semifinal round of NoVA Pho Wars 2025 has begun! 🍜 See which pho spots are still in the running and vote for your favorites by December 11.

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NoVA Pho Wars 2025
We want to know who’s the best of the best when it comes to pho in Northern Virginia. Vote for your favorites in our Pho Wars bracket.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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A new international grocery store is coming to Manassas — replacing the former Amazon Fresh and bringing more global flavors to the area. 🍲🛒

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New International Grocery Store to Replace Manassas Amazon Fresh
A new international grocery store, New Grand Mart, is opening in Manassas, in place of the former Amazon Fresh in Sudley Manor Square.
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December 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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Grab your boots and hit the dance floor — Northern Virginia’s line-dancing scene is booming, and everyone’s welcome. 🤠

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Hop on the Line Dancing Trend Around Northern Virginia
Country line dancing is having a boot scootin’ big moment at NoVA bars and restaurants. Here's where you can get dancing.
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December 8, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Unwind this winter at a NoVA silent reading party — a warm, quiet spot to enjoy a good book and share cozy vibes with fellow readers. 📚

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Join a Silent Reading Party for Cozy, Bookish Vibes this Winter
For introverts who still want to gather with the community, silent book parties are the perfect middle ground. Find events in NoVA.
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December 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Make your holidays a little greener. 🎁🌿 Explore secondhand gifts for 'Thriftmas' — thoughtful, affordable, and full of character.

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Celebrate ‘Thriftmas’: How to Shop for Thoughtful, Secondhand Holiday Gifts
This year, celebrate Thriftmas. Check out NoVA’s thrift, vintage, and consignment stores to find secondhand gifts for anyone on your list.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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The viral Ashland trash panda didn’t just raid the ABC store — he's left us with recipes to drink like a bandit. 🍸🦝 #SharingIsCaring

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Virginia ABC Releases Drunk Raccoon Cocktail Recipes
The drunk raccoon-inspired cocktails include Rye Rascal Sour, Midnight Masked Gin Fizz, and Trash Panda Old Fashioned.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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The Federal Aviation Administration has tapped Peraton — the Reston‑based firm — to lead a $12.5 billion revamp of America’s air‑traffic control system. ✈️

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FAA Awards Reston Company $12.5B Air Traffic Control Contract
Reston-based IT company Peraton has been selected as the prime contractor on a massive $12.5 billion air traffic control project
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December 5, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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Castle Gallery opens this weekend in Middleburg with contemporary works ranging from intimate papers to large canvases, bringing local art into a warm, lived-in setting. 🎨

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Contemporary Art Studio Castle Gallery Is Opening in Middleburg
Castle Gallery, a new space for contemporary and local art run by Catherine Dolaher, will open this weekend in Middleburg.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Our food critic gives The Huntōn an impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars, highlighting its cozy-chic lodge atmosphere and refined open-fire cooking. See why in the full review. 🍽️

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The Huntōn in Leesburg's Hotel Burg Serves Up Fresh American Flavors
A former chef at The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm returns to NoVA with a hotel restaurant worth its salt, Leesburg’s The Huntōn.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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We all know DC traffic is bad — but how bad is it really? 🚗🤔 A new study has some eye-opening answers.

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Just How Bad Is DC Traffic from a Global Perspective?
Anyone who drives in DC knows heavy traffic is a way of life. But just how does DMV road congestion compare to other parts of the world?
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December 4, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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🚨 Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department rescued two window washers after their platform became unstable on a Tysons high-rise.

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Fairfax Fire Department Rescues 2 Dangling Window Washers
The washers were left dangling from a 22-story building after a basket malfunction before the Fairfax Fire Department rescued them.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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’Tis the season for music! 🎄🎶✨ Don’t miss 7 NoVA concerts spreading holiday cheer.

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These 7 Northern Virginia Holiday Concerts Are Spreading Seasonal Cheer
Northern Virginia choirs, orchestras, and ensembles are offering lively holiday concerts for the whole family to enjoy.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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🍜 The battle continues! Round 3 of NoVA Pho Wars 2025 just kicked off — vote for your top pho pick now before it’s too late!

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NoVA Pho Wars 2025
We want to know who’s the best of the best when it comes to pho in Northern Virginia. Vote for your favorites in our Pho Wars bracket.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Skate season just got cooler! ⛸️❄️ A pop-up ice rink is debuting in Tysons — grab your skates and get your winter fun on.

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A New Pop-Up Ice Rink Is Opening in Tysons
Located at Capital One Center, this pop-up ice skating rink is one of the largest outdoor, open-air rinks in the DMV.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Weekend magic is calling! ✨ From sparkling light displays to holiday markets and more, NoVA & DC are buzzing with festive events and experiences.

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The 15 Best Weekend Events in Northern Virginia and DC
Enjoy a local band perform, get started on your holiday shopping, and sip on hot cocoa at this weekend's most exciting events.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Meet students and teachers from a selection of our 2025 Top High Schools list in the December issue — including Langley High School’s Model UN team, ranked No. 1 in the country. 🌎️📚️⁠

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Get to Know Some of the Impressive Students and Teachers from NoVA's Top High Schools
These faculty members and students, from a selection of our Top High Schools list, go above and beyond to make a difference in their schools.
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December 3, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Stellina Pizzeria is one of two Northern Virginia spots named among the world’s top pizza chains. 🍕 Known for neo‑Neapolitan, thin-crust pies, it’s a must-try for pizza fans.

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Stellina Pizzeria Named One of the Best Pizza Chains in the World
Stellina Pizzeria is one of two pizzerias in Northern Virginia getting recognized on the world stage.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Take an early look at expert predictions for Northern Virginia’s 2026 housing market and the trends that could shape next year’s real estate landscape. 🏡

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See What’s in Store for Northern Virginia's 2026 Housing Market
The 2026 housing market in the Washington, DC, region is expected to remain somewhat sluggish, according to listing service Bright MLS.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:49 PM