New Sheetz in Ashburn aiming for February opening
Just a quick update to a story that we have been following here on The Burn – a new Sheetz gas station and convenience store that is under construction in Ashburn. The Sheetz is coming to the corner of Belmont Ridge Road and Portsmouth Boulevard in the Belmont Greene community. It’s been in the works for years and...
Neighbors asked to check security cameras after reported explosion in Leesburg
The Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System said fire marshals are investigating a reported explosion that happened on Sunday morning.
ACPD: Cocaine, ‘large sum of cash’ recovered in South Arlington drug arrest
The Arlington County Police Department says officers recovered cocaine, prescription pills and thousands of dollars in cash last week after a traffic stop in Douglas Park. A 57-year-old suspect was pulled over on the 1400 block of S. Glebe Road after police observed a traffic violation just before 8:30 p.m. Thursday,...
Invasive Bamboo in Fairfax, Virginia
Bamboo is spreading like wildfire in the Fairfax area and destroying the local ecosystem. It takes up natural wildlife space, preventing other species from growing in the area. It has no natural predators as no species in the United States eat bamboo, and it spreads rapidly due to its asexual reproduction.
Dash In exploring possible new location in Loudoun
The Dash In gas station and convenience store brand has its eyes on a possible new spot in Loudoun County. That’s according to documents filed with the county. There has long been a proposed gas station and “c-store” for the Ashburn Crossing development near the intersection of Loudoun County Parkway and Gloucester...
Juvenile Suspect Arrested After Stabbing in Montgomery Village
At approximately 6:32 p.m. Monday, Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 6th District officers responded to the area of Royal Bonnet Circle and Royal Bonnet Terrace in Montgomery Village for a reported stabbing. According to MCPD, officers located an adult male victim with a laceration to the face and a...
Remembering the Iconic Maryland Restaurant With a 23-Page Menu and 200+ Sandwiches
Since its closing in 2013, the absence of Roy’s Place has left a hole in the hearts of many current and former Montgomery County residents. According to the now-defunct Roy’s Place website, the restaurant first opened in Rockville in 1955, offering more than 200 sandwiches. After a couple of moves within Rockville,...
15-year-old daughter of Northern Virginia Del. Candi King dies after battle with sickle cell
Colgan High School sophomore Candis King, daughter of state Del. Candi Mundon King and Fairfax County deputy sheriff Joshua King, died over the weekend after battling sickle cell disease. Del. King and her family released a statement on their daughter's death Monday. "Candis lived a beautiful life and had just...
Resources for Marylanders during the Government shutdown
Leaders across the state are sharing ways that people impacted by the federal government shutdown can get help. We've compiled all the help into one place.
You’ll Struggle To Live Well in Maryland on Just Your Social Security, Even If...
Retirees in Maryland face one of the steepest financial challenges in the country, if they depend on Social Security alone.
