NoVA Real Estate Outlook, Gas Prices, LGBTQ Protections | Top News

Patch has 32 sites in communities in northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past week.

Scarce Inventory Still Making It Hard To Become A NoVA Homebuyer: NVAR

The number of home sales across the nation, including in Northern Virginia, slowed compared to April 2021. But in Northern Virginia, home sales grew slightly in April compared to March, according to the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors.

Gas Prices Reach New Highs In VA, DC After Memorial Day Weekend

The average price of gas continues to reach new highs in Virginia, DC and the U.S. as demand grew during Memorial Day weekend travel.

Pride Month: The State Of LGBTQ Protection In Virginia

A wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation across the country could add a layer of activism and sense of urgency to June Pride Month celebrations in Virginia and around the country.

• Pride Celebration, Summer Concerts Hosted By National Landing BID
• Celebrate Pride Month 2022 In Loudoun County With These Events
• George Mason University Earns Top Honor From Campus Pride Index
• Celebrate Pride Month 2022 In Alexandria With These Events
• DC Brau Kicks Off Pride Celebration With Dancing, Drag Show, Beer

Ashburn Teacher Awarded Vacation, Gift Card From Virginia Lottery

A teacher from Rock Ridge High School in Ashburn won a $2,500 vacation from the Virginia Lottery's Thank A Teacher Campaign. The winner, world history teacher Roumario Bector, will also receive a gift card to use on either technology or luggage.

All Of Virginia In Either 'Growth' Or 'Surge' COVID Trajectory: Data

A COVID-19 subvariant is now likely the dominant strain of the coronavirus in Virginia and is bringing with it a higher transmission rate, according to Virginia health officials.

Reagan National Airport To Change Gate Designations, Terminal Signs

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport will begin updating signage at the airport on Saturday designed to make it easier for passengers to navigate recent changes and expansions at the airport.

VA Traffic Deaths Drop By Almost Half Over Memorial Day Weekend

Eight people died in traffic crashes in Virginia over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, down from 15 people who died during the same period in 2021, the Virginia State Police said Thursday.

Man Electrocuted While Trimming Trees Near Fairfax Later Dies: Update

A man trimming tree branches near George Mason University Friday morning was electrocuted and later died from his injuries, according to a Fairfax County Police Department Twitter post. Detectives are now investigating the circumstances behind the man's death.

Hepatitis Outbreak Linked To Strawberries At These NoVa, DC Stores

A hepatitis A outbreak has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to warn shoppers to throw out strawberries sold at several grocery stores in Virginia and Washington, D.C. The fresh strawberries feared to be behind the outbreak were sold at some chains that operate in Virginia and the nation's capital, including Aldi, Walmart and Trader Joe's, as well as other grocery chains.

Jolibee Opening First Northern Virginia Location In June

Filipino delights like fried chicken and spaghetti are coming to Northern Virginia. The Northern Virginia region's first Jolibee will open in the Lincolnia area just outside Alexandria city limits.