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POLL: What Are Your Favorite Fall Activities?

It’s time to say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn.

By Michele Kettner September 22, 2026 at 10:14 am

September 22 officially marks the first day of fall. Now that summer is over, it’s time to start filling up your calendar with your favorite fall activities.

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Poll Results from September 15

traffic on a highway — *roza/stock.adobe.com*

Recent reporting in The Washington Sun has highlighted an age-old question: Which DMV region has the worst drivers?

Since the data slightly suggests Virginia drivers take the crown, we want to hear from you: Does DC, Maryland, or Virginia have the worst drivers?

poll results showing 67% of voters think maryland drivers are the worst in the DMV

Feature image courtesy Reston Farm Garden Market

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.