Centreville homes still off limits after natural gas explosion | FFXnow

From experience (regretfully more than once): Always call in the smell of gas, and get out if it’s in your own house. The fire department is super fast responding to these and can make things safe quickly.

Trump should return Arlington County to DC over slavery history

I hate that I’m posting a Fox News link, but this needs more visibility. here is the playbook: present a few actual facts, then mix in absolutely ridiculous statements and theories (and publish on a site where this is welcome). The timeline is correct, as are the redistrictin

Crystal Crystal City metro station closures over the next 10 weekends

Starting this weekend, Metro will close the Crystal City station for ten weekends to build a new $146 million entrance. Free shuttle buses will be available for travelers. The closures are necessary for safety and to minimize disruption, with additional closures planned for Reagan National Airport and Potomac Yard stations for track work. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is warning passengers in advance to avoid traffic jams.

VA Subcommittee punts on measure to shift infrastructure costs to data centers

A Virginia House subcommittee punted on a bill that would’ve stopped data centers from dumping their massive energy costs on homeowners, stalling a decision until 2027 while residents face potential bill increases. Virginia has more than 500 data centers that handle 70% of the wo

6 Northern Virginia Bakeries and Stores Selling King Cakes

This article from Northern Virginia Magazine lists six bakeries and stores in Northern Virginia where you can order a traditional king cake to celebrate Mardi Gras. Each bakery offers a unique twist on the classic cake, with options ranging from cream cheese filling to fruit and nut toppings. Prices vary, with cakes serving between four to 20 people.

I have yet to encounter anyone who actually wants this

The Virginia Senate has advanced a bill that could bring a casino to Fairfax County. Senate Bill 756 requires the casino to be within a quarter mile of a Metro Silver Line station, part of a mixed-use project of at least 1.5 million square feet, within two miles of a regional enclosed mall, and outside the I-495 Beltway. Potential sites include Tysons Corner Center and Reston. The Virginia General Assembly must still pass the bill, and Gov. Abigail Spanberger would need to sign it.

Potomac Wastewater Spill Now Largest in U.S. History

GMU cheers on fellow student Ilia Malinin during Olympics watch parties | FFXnow

G-M-U what?!

Fairfax supervisors back DCA flight-path changes to ease noise over neighborhoods | FFXnow

It seems like we make changes every few years to airplane and helicopter rules, then somehow end up worse a few years after that. DCA is wildly busy, great for convenience, but absolutely wild considering population density around here.

Bailey’s Crossroads (as in Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus)

So much interesting history in Nova that the more obscure stuff often goes unnoticed. Bailey’s Crossroads is named after Hachaliah Bailey, who established the area as a winter headquarters for his traveling circus in 1837. Bailey, who previously brought one of America’s first

Buddhist Monks continuing their 'Walk for Peace' | wusa9.com

Monks in Old Town Alx right now, heading north to Arlington. Live map: https://dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-peace/live-map/

Measles exposures reported at Reagan National Airport and on Yellow Line train

You know this coming outbreak is bad when even Dr. Oz is telling people to get vaccinated.

Super Bowl LX in Arlington: 11 places to eat, drink and watch the game | ARLnow.com

Also: https://northernvirginiamag.com/food-and-drink/2026/02/03/head-to-these-nova-sports-bars-and-restaurants-on-super-bowl-sunday/ https://www.pcrehomes.com/blog/super-bowl-sunday-local-watch-guide-tysons-mclean-alexandria-2026/ https://washingtonian.com/2026/02/05/whe

Trump wanted Dulles renamed for him in order to release funding for massive rail projects

It never stops. I mean, naming the airport after someone else but JFD would be great, but seriously?

The Washington Post guts coverage of D.C. area in mass layoffs | ARLnow.com

Huge shift in coverage, with the biggest impacts being in local, sports, and international. They have already been losing ground to outlets like ARL / FFX / ALX Now, but this will still be a big hit.

Schools starting to reopen

There really haven’t been any improvements in conditions, I guess they finally concluded that they can’t stay closed forever. God help us all if they rack up too many snow days and have to try virtual learning again…

Old pics and history of Parkington (now Ballston Quarter)

Parkington, originally known as the largest shopping center on the East Coast, was a pioneering mall in the Washington D.C. area, opening in 1951 and featuring innovative shopping amenities. It was later renamed Ballston Common Mall after a major renovation in the 1980s, but eventually transformed into the Ballston Quarter in the 2010s.

Huge pile of ‘snowcrete’ fills street in Courthouse as cleanup efforts continue | ARLnow.com

Arlington County is dealing with a massive pile of 'snowcrete' on 14th Street N. in Courthouse, resulting from a recent storm. County crews have removed over 2,500 truckloads of snow and ice, but progress is slow due to the density and difficulty of removing the snow. The county is focusing on clearing critical infrastructure and improving pedestrian safety.

Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency

Confirmation on socials that this is affecting both HQ2 in Arlington and AWS all over the area. It’s unclear how big the local scope is or will be.

Federal Offices in DMV Closed Monday

This official U.S. government website provides the current operating status for federal offices in the Washington, DC area, including details on telework, leave policies, and emergency reporting requirements.

Fairfax Casino: Groundhog Day

Arlington will get a gondola before Fairfax gets a casino.

Death of unhoused woman in Arlington sparks conversation on intervention options | ARLnow.com

This is incredibly sad. She has been a fixture in Arlington for some time, a gentle and interesting woman. So difficult to know what to do here, she clearly didn’t want help.

VDOT Plow Tracker

https://plows.vdot.virginia.gov/Public/Map

The 11 Most Exciting Events This Weekend in Northern Virginia and DC

At least before the snow…