These Are The 25 Best Places To Live In VA, New Ranking Says

These are the best places to live in Virginia, according to a ranking based on good schools, neighborhood safety, quality housing and more.

Cherrydale Library To Kick Off August With National Night Out Event

Arlington Public Library is celebrating National Night Out at Cherrydale Library on Tuesday, Aug. 1, with lawn games and a barbeque.

Arlington Urges Residents To Avoid Four Mile Run After Dumping

Arlington County issued an alert Thursday afternoon, advising residents to avoid Four Mile Run downstream of N. Ohio Street.

Harry Potter Tour, 'Bear' Comes Home, Ice Cream Faves: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a Harry Potter-themed tour, music camp hits right notes, and "kind soul" returns beloved lost toy bear.

Artist Creates Tote Bag Designs Inspired By Arlington County Fair

A local artist, who goes by able6, has designed tote bags for the Arlington County Fair, which was first held in the summer of 1977.

1st Round Draft Pick, 'Reclining Liberty', $1M Winner: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a "Reclining Liberty" statue, TJ students' walking cane, and high schooler's MLB 1st round draft dream.

Stranger Pays For Hotel, Top Pizzeria, Soccer Friendly: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a stranger pays hotel bill, Arlington home to a top pizzeria, and Leesburg to host a big soccer match.

Fundraiser Held To Cover Burial Costs For 2 Killed In Arlington Crash

A friend of two people killed in a car crash in Arlington is holding an online fundraising campaign to help their families with funeral cost

Bearded Dragon, 335-Hole Golf Marathon, Wine Lovers: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a bearded dragon reunited with owner, a 335-hole golf marathon for charity, and wine list excellence.

New Arlington LGBTQ+ Advocacy Group To Hold Pride Party At Quincy Hall

Equality Arlington, a new group that advocates for the needs of the LGBTQ+ community, is hosting a Pride Party on Friday at Quincy Hall.

Best Dog Parks, New Taco Bamba, $1M Lottery Ticket: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes top-rated dog parks, young mom graduates at 16-years-old, and fire department gets $13,000 donation.

Young Black Bear Seen Roaming Through North Arlington: AWLA

A young black bear continues to make his way across Arlington, with local animal control officials saying he looks healthy.

Cappies Glory, Amazon HQ2 Opening, West Point Mission: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes Amazon HQ2 pomp and circumstance, John R. Lewis HS scholarships and Cappies wins for theater students.

Arlington Historical Society Reaches Goal To Save Ball-Sellers House

The Arlington Historical Society reached its fundraising goal of $6,000 to save the Ball-Sellers House from powderpost beetles.

Miss Virginia, Applause For Graduates, Rugby Champions: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes cheers for high school graduates, local rugby team wins national title and Alexandria hosts Pride prom.

Public Asked To Donate 'Gift Of Life' At Blood Drive In Arlington

Members of the public who donate blood on Monday, June 12 outside Fire Works Pizza in Arlington will receive a lobster bucket hat.

Funds Needed To Save Ball-Sellers House In Arlington From Destruction

The Arlington Historical Society is holding a fundraising campaign to preserve the Ball-Sellers House, the oldest structure in the county.

Miss Virginia Volunteer Kate Clatterbuck To Compete For National Crown

Kate Clatterbuck, the reigning Miss Virginia Volunteer who hopes to win the national crown, has dedicated the past year to volunteerism.

Spelling Bee Star, Pet Calendar, Bakery Expansions: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a student's amazing spelling bee journey, a photo contest for a pet calendar and summer outdoor movies.

Doodle For Google, Best Places To Live, Eaglet Naming: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a $60K donation for trees, top baby names, and South Lakes scores most Cappies nominations.

Veterans Resource Fair Coming To Fashion Centre At Pentagon City

Fashion Centre at Pentagon City is hosting a Veterans Resource Fair on Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. to support members of the armed forces.

Quarterfest Crawl To Bring Live Music, Drink Specials To Arlington

The Ballston Business Improvement District is hosting its fourth annual Quarterfest Crawl on June 3, an event with food and drink specials.

2 VA Cities Ranked Among Best Places To Live By U.S. News

Two cities in Virginia are among the 2023-2024 Best Places to Live, according to a ranking released Tuesday by U.S. News and World Report.

Trailblazing Wrestlers, Prom Memories, Brunch Hotspots: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes trailblazing girl wrestlers, a red carpet for prom guests, and a top-ranked locale for new graduates.

Spring Fling Block Party Coming To Village At Shirlington On May 20

The Village at Shirlington is holding a Spring Fling May 20, when the streets will be closed for a day of vendors, games and entertainment.

New Playset, Top-Ranked Spray Park, IKEA Store Coming: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes playset built by volunteers, VIPs rappel down 14-story hotel, and injured teacher recovers, new IKEA.

Letter Carriers To Pick Up Food Donations At Mailboxes For AFAC

Arlington residents are asked to leave non-perishable food donations in a bag next to their mailboxes no later than 9 a.m. on May 13.

Local Leaders, Volunteers to Rappel Down Hilton Hotel In Arlington

Local officials and members of the public will be rappelling down a 14-story hotel in Arlington to raise money for homeless services.

Math Whizzes, Finest Principal, White House Preserver: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes math whizzes win global challenge, local principal named the best, and fire station gets donated grill.

$18K In Scholarships Awarded, Teacher Honored By Arlington Rotary Club

The Arlington Rotary Club awarded college scholarships totaling $18,000 to two students and honored its Key School "Educator of the Year."

Readers Invited To Have Conversations At 'Human Library' In Arlington

Arlington Public Library is hosting a Human Library event on Saturday at Central Library, where volunteers will serve as human books.

Healthy Kids Day, Bug Incubator, Robotic Food Delivery: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes a neurodiverse student advocate, robotic food delivery at Mosaic and year-round Earth Day at Edison HS.

Earth Day 2023 In Arlington: Things To Know And Do

Earth Day has grown to become the most widely observed nonreligious holiday in history. Here's how Arlington is celebrating Earth Day 2023.

Hitting Jackpot, Miss Fairfax Volunteer, Free Bus Ride: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes Falls Church's grand marshal, Miss Fairfax Volunteer's positive message and free bus rides for kids.

Cherrydale Farmers Market Opens 2023 Season On April 15

The Cherrydale Farmers Market in Arlington is returning Saturday, April 15 outside the Dorothy Hamm Middle School.

DC Man Wins $200K Playing New Virginia Lottery Scratcher Game

"I thought I was going to have a heart attack," D.C. resident Kevin Pullins told VA Lottery officials as he claimed his $200,000 prize.

Rosslyn BID To Sponsor Events With Friends Of The Mount Vernon Trail

The Rosslyn Business Improvement District has formed a partnership with the Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail to take care of the trail.

Arlington Honors Legacy Of Elizabeth Campbell At Shirlington Library

The centerpiece of a new exhibit at Arlington's Shirlington Library is a desk that Elizabeth Campbell used during her time working at WETA.

Tour De Hunter Mill, Hero Marines, $100K Lottery Win: NoVA Good News

Good news in NoVA this week includes hero Marines prevent stabbing, Tour de Hunter Mill returns in May and Alexandria man's big lottery win.

Arlington Public Library Joins WETA To Celebrate Elizabeth Campbell

Arlington Public Library will celebrate the grand opening of the Elizabeth Campbell Desk Exhibition on Friday at the Shirlington branch.