Potbelly Adds Franconia Shop, More Locations Planned: Report

Potbelly will open at Festival at Manchester Lakes, with a grand opening offering free meals for the first 50 customers.

Historic Retailer To Close VA Store In 2026

A historic retailer said it is closing additional locations across the country, including a store in a Northern Virginia mall.

Last BuyBuy Baby Store In VA Closing A Year After Resurrection

BuyBuy Baby is closing all of its stores nationwide, including the only Virginia location. You have until Oct. 31 to use gift cards.

Springfield Buy Buy Baby Store To Celebrate Reopening On Saturday

After its corporate owner filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year, Buy Buy Baby stores closed across the country.

Rita's Italian Ice Holds Opening Celebration In Kingstowne: PHOTOS

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard​ celebrated its new location in the Kingstowne area Thursday evening, with special offers and photo ops.

Free Rita's For a Year Giveaways At Kingstowne Shop's Grand Opening

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is holding a grand opening for its new shop in the Kingstowne area starting at 5 p.m. on Thursday.

Shuttered Buy Buy Baby Store In Springfield Could Reopen

Several Buy Buy Baby stores that were shuttered in the Bed Bath & Beyond bankruptcy, including one in Springfield, could reopen this fall.

Crumbl Cookies To Hold Grand Opening At Kingstowne Town Center

Crumbl Cookies, a company founded in 2017, is holding its official grand opening in Kingstowne Town Center on Friday, with free samples.

Hallmark Celebrates Grand Opening In Kingstowne With Ribbon-Cutting

Hallmark celebrated the grand opening of its new store in Kingstowne last Friday, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Container Store Signs Deal To Open Store At Springfield Plaza: Report

The Container Store has signed a deal to open a new store at Springfield Plaza on Old Keene Mill Road, according to reports.

Costco Buys Office Building In Newington From Bethesda-Based Finmarc

Costco has acquired a two-story commercial building next to one of its retail stores in Newington from Finmarc Management for $6.55 million.

Metallica Buys NoVA Pressing Plant With Resurgence Of Vinyl Records

Metallica, the legendary hard rock band, acquired a majority interest in Furnace Record Pressing, a vinyl record manufacturer based in NoVA.

6 More VA Bed Bath & Beyond Stores Targeted To Close

Six more Bed Bath and Beyond stores across Virginia will close soon as part of a mass shuttering effort throughout the company.

Burlington Signs Lease To Open New Store At Springfield Town Center

Burlington Stores Inc. will be opening a new store at Springfield Town Center in 2023, joining Lego Discovery Center and other new tenants.

Lego Center Groundbreaking Marks Springfield's Ongoing Economic Growth

Fairfax County Board Chairman Jeff McKay celebrated the Lego Discovery Center groundbreaking and other changes planned for Springfield.

Ravensworth Shell Gets OK From Fairfax County To Add Convenience Store

The Ravensworth Shell station on Braddock Road received approval from Fairfax County to convert the repair bays into a convenience store.

Back To School Event At Springfield Town Center To Benefit Students

Springfield Town Center is asking shoppers to drop off donations of backpacks and school supplies through Sept. 6 to help students in need.

Honorary Milestone RAMMY Award Given To Mike’s American

Local eateries were recognized with Honorary Milestone RAMMY Awards, given to restaurants with longstanding business in the DC region.

Springfield Town Center's Black-Owned Stores Get Juneteenth Spotlight

Springfield Town Center is honoring Juneteenth by highlighting its Black-owned stores, restaurants, services and products.

Kingstowne Restaurant Inspections: Chopt, La Madeleine, Four Seasons

Restaurant inspections are back online for the first time since 2019. See the latest results for Kingstowne restaurants.

Chick-fil-A With Drive-Thru Opens At Kingstowne Towne Center

The former Fiona's Irish Pub space is now a Chick-fil-A with a drive-thru at Kingstowne Towne Center.

Career Fair For Veterans, Military Spouses Planned At Fort Belvoir

Virtual and in-person career fairs will be geared toward military veterans and spouses looking for work in Northern Virginia.

Kingstowne Farmers Market Returns For 2022 Season In May

The Kingstowne Farmers Market will open again at Kingstowne Towne Center, offering a variety of local vendors.

Locally Owned Coffee Shop Started By Neighbors At Landsdowne Centre

Coffee In, owned by two neighbors who live near the Landsdowne Centre, offers locally roasted coffee and treats like the waffsicle.

Mother’s Day 2022 Gifts: What Do Kingstowne Moms Really Want?

Need ideas for Mother's Day? We have you covered with florists making Mother's Day arrangements, a pop-up shop and more near Kingstowne.

Rose Hill Shopping Center Redevelopment Proposed, Feedback Sought

The Rose Hill Shopping Center owner presented a redevelopment proposal but is seeking community feedback before proceeding.

Springfield Restaurant Worker Nominated For RAMMY Award

The RAMMY awards, recognizing the accomplishments of the DC region's restaurant and food service industry, announced nominees for 2022.

Cheapest Gas Near Me: Find Lowest Price Near Kingstowne

Before you fill up the tank, take a look at the lowest gas prices in and around Kingstowne.

Top Businesses Kingstowne Readers Would Like To Bring Back

We asked readers about businesses they miss around Kingstowne. Readers mentioned restaurants and other types of businesses.

Nalls Produce Recognized By County Board For 60th Anniversary

Nalls Produce has been serving the Franconia community for over 60 years with fresh produce, plants and other products.

Lego Discovery Center To Open At Springfield Town Center In 2023

An indoor Lego attraction for families is expected to open in 2023 at Springfield Town Center.

Amazon's Springfield Fulfillment Center Donating Unsellable Items

Unsellable inventory is supporting organizations like Carpenter's Shelter and Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

Hiring Begins For New Golf Facility At Former Kingstowne Topgolf

Rudy's, the replacement for the former Topgolf in Kingstowne, is seeking staff for its golf and restaurant facility.

29 Kingstowne Area Businesses Receive PIVOT Grant Funding

To date, 29 Kingstowne-Rose Hill businesses received a share of the $16 million in PIVOT grant funds to more than 1,000 local businesses.

Jan. 3 Powerball Jackpot $540M: Deadline For Tickets In VA, DC

An estimated $540 million jackpot is up for grabs in Monday’s Powerball drawing. What would you do with the winnings?

Spin Pollo To Join Pair Of New Restaurants At Kingstowne Center

Kingstowne Towne Center is gaining another restaurant in addition to the new &pizza and Chopt.

Topgolf, Ruby Tuesday Site Could Become Another Golfing Facility

The Topgolf site property owner is looking to open another business as a county plan amendment for the site is deferred indefinitely.

Wegmans Stores In Fairfax County To Eliminate Plastic Bags

Before the new plastic bag tax takes effect, Wegmans stores in Fairfax County will remove plastic bags and charge for paper bags.

Chopt Sets Opening Date In November In Kingstowne

The fast casual salad chain will host a Chopt Gives Day ahead of its opening at Kingstowne Towne Center.

Topgolf Plan Amendment Deferred Again By Planning Commission

Planning Commission action is deferred until Lee District officials hold a workshop-style meeting on the Topgolf plan amendment.