Northern Virginia Magazine

12/04/2025

Meet students and teachers from a selection of our 2025 Top High Schools list in the December issue — including Langley High School’s Model UN team, ranked No. 1 in the country. 🌎️📚️⁠

These faculty members and students, from a selection of our Top High Schools list, go above and beyond to make a difference in their schools.

12/03/2025

Stellina Pizzeria is one of two Northern Virginia spots named among the world’s top pizza chains. 🍕 Known for neo‑Neapolitan, thin-crust pies, it’s a must-try for pizza fans.

Stellina Pizzeria is one of two pizzerias in Northern Virginia getting recognized on the world stage.

12/03/2025

Take an early look at expert predictions for Northern Virginia’s 2026 housing market and the trends that could shape next year’s real estate landscape. 🏡

The 2026 housing market in the Washington, DC, region is expected to remain somewhat sluggish, according to listing service Bright MLS.

12/03/2025

Yankee Candle plans to close 20 stores across the U.S. and Canada next month. 🕯️ The brand currently operates four stand-alone stores in NoVA.

Newell Brands announced that it plans to close approximately 20 Yankee Candle stores in the U.S. and Canada.

12/03/2025

✈️ President Trump has announced a plan to rebuild Washington Dulles International Airport, outlining proposed upgrades and a new design for the facility.

President Donald Trump said today in a meeting with Cabinet members that he wants to reconstruct Washington Dulles International Airport.

12/02/2025

Craving fresh, local produce year-round? 🥕🥦 Check out NoVA’s top farmers markets that stay open all year.

These year-round farmers markets in NoVA are open all winter: FreshFarm Arlington, Old Town Farmers Market, Del Ray Farmers Market

12/02/2025

All aboard! 🚂 Virginia Scenic Railway just opened a brand-new stop in Louisa, Virginia — the new station will be hosting scenic train excursions in the new year.

Virginia Scenic Railway launched a new second location in Louisa, where it will host the Santa Express then open for rides in 2026.

12/02/2025

Do you or someone in your neighborhood put up an over-the-top display? 🎅 We’re looking for the houses with the best Christmas displays in Northern Virginia for an upcoming story.

Share your pictures below for a chance to be included.

(📷 photo courtesy Paradise Family Lights)

12/02/2025

Heads up — Virginia travelers flying soon: if your license isn’t REAL ID-compliant, you’ll pay a fee to pass through security checkpoints starting in February. ✈️

Starting in February, flyers without a Real ID or passport will need to pay a $45 fee in order to pass through security checkpoints.

12/02/2025

Could tiny homes be the key to affordable housing in Loudoun County? 🏡 A new report suggests small, permanent tiny homes might help ease the housing crunch.

Tiny homes could help mitigate Loudoun County's affordable housing challenges, a report by the Affordable Dwelling Unit Advisory Board says.