Culture
Painter’s Plight: How Leesburg resident Christine Olmstead finds light in the dark
From her home studio, the abstract artist is approaching each day with thankfulness, continuing to live in every moment behind the canvas.
Meet the 15-year-old Herndon musician heading to the Menuhin Competition
Kayleigh Kim spends up to five hours a day practicing music. She resins her bow, raises her chin and plays her violin until her arms and mind are fatigued. But as she knows, practice pays off.
Leesburg’s A Wedding Loft offering intimate wedding ceremonies amid COVID-19
As couples across the region are forced to postpone or cancel their big day, Barbara Kriss of A Wedding Loft is giving them an alternate option.
Behind the lens: An in-depth look at Annie Griffiths' career
Annie Griffiths, a Reston resident who has been a contract photographer for “National Geographic” since the ’70s, knows exactly how to find meaningful stories.
George Mason University alumnus brings Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order video game score to life
If gamers find themselves humming along to the soundtrack in the newest “Star Wars” video game, they have Vincent Oppido to thank.
Get your weekly fix of puppies and wine with DC-based Your Weekly W(h)ine
We spoke to the founder about the Monday-morning newsletter, which focuses on bringing positivity to people’s inboxes, and is currently benefiting local nonprofits.
Old Town Boutique District launches ‘Community Is’ photography campaign
The new social media photography campaign hopes to shine a light on small business owners in Alexandria.
Lauren Liess shares insight into her new normal, parenting during a pandemic and more
The Great Falls-based interior designer’s routine during the stay-at-home order includes plenty of time outside, running her business and keeping up with her five children.
Purcellville local Rebecca Gallop shares how she’s staying positive and productive
From her home in Loudoun County, the founder, author and event planner behind A Daily Something—a lifestyle blog with millions of followers—is living each day with intention, positivity and purpose.
Recently released ‘The Parable of the Knocker’ sheds new light on Charles Severance
How do you connect the dots when a serial killer waits more than a decade between his first and last killings? “The Parable of the Knocker,” written by the prosecutor who lived it, reveals more about the infamous Alexandria murder case.
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