Recession cuts into Va. 'rainy day fund'

The state’s “rainy day fund” has seen quite a few stormy days in the past few years, and the umbrella it provides seems to be shrinking.

Arlington joblessness again lowest in region

Arlington's unemployment rate in June again was by far the lowest in the metropolitan Washington area.

Goodwill store, donation center opens in Herndon

Goodwill store is opening in Herndon, in place of old Salvation Army Store at the Dulles Village Center on Centreville Road.

In tumultuous year, GenVec lands $13M deal

GenVec announced a $13 million deal over the next four years with Swiss pharma giant Novartis.

Defense cutbacks could have huge impact in Northern Va.

Defense cuts could mean a loss of $6 billion to $7 billion to the local economy.

Homeowner's groups drops lawsuit against P.G. County head

Electronics competition heats up in College Park

Best Buy is opening a new store in College Park, Md., one of several new stores in the area in competition with HHGregg.

No final report from Virginia on millions in business incentives

Virginia has awarded private companies $181.3 million in up-front incentives over the last 15 years.

ANC 5A03 Community Meeting Tomorrow

Do you live in Single member District ANC 5A03?  Maybe you want an update on the UDC Community College Project or current crime stats in Ward 5?  Want to meet some other citizens from ANC 5A? 

Lacoste outlet coming to Potomac Mills

Potomac Mills Mall just got a little preppier.

Gaithersburg issues request for inquiry into PEPCO service

In a letter to the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC), the Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council expressed concerns about PEPCO’s ability to provide reliable, quality electrical service.

Next food truck stop: Silver Spring?

Gourmet food trucks are all the rage in Washington, D.C., and some even trek out to Virginia. But Silver Spring could be ripe for curbside fare.

Look up property details in the District

There is an interesting tool on the District government's website, Property Quest, that may provide some quick answers. This interactive database developed by the Office of Planning combines several DC government resources to allow the public to look up any property in the District.

Restaurant news – Casa Nonna, Go Burger, Fireworks Pizza, Lyon Hall, Rustico

The delayed Casa Nonna, an Italian Restaurant from the folks behind BLT is opening in Dupont, in the old CPK space…soon. 

Young group announces sale of land for new Hilton hotel in F.C.

The Young Group announced Aug. 9 a contract has been signed for the sale of its land at 706 W. Broad St. in Falls Church.

Names & Faces: "Top Chef" contender Timothy Dean faces foreclosure

Last July Dean filed suit against developers at National Harbor, who he claims short-changed him on a $600,000 investment.

Maryland sales tax holiday Aug.8 - 14

Qalifying apparel and footwear $100 or less are exempt from the Maryland 6% sales tax. Maryland Shop Week is Aug. 8 to 14.

Why are grocery stores in D.C. so crowded?

Supermarkets in the center of D.C. can often be a nightmare of long lines and crowded aisles. Here's why.