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Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top 10 Stories of 2024

See the stories that caught your attention from the past year.

By Editorial December 30, 2024 at 8:21 am

It’s time to take a stroll down memory lane and remember all of the stories that had Northern Virginians abuzz. From pesky lanternflies to new laws to devastating restaurant closures, take a look back at the stories that had the region talking.

Spotted lanternflies
Spotted lanternflies (Lee/stock.adobe.com)

10. Spotted Lanternflies: What to Know About the Invasive Insect’s NoVA Presence

Here’s how the population has developed, what impact the infestation could have on the area, and what to do if you spot the pesky bug. [READ MORE]

house with projections of fire and heat meiser
Courtesy Paradise Family Lights

9. 11 Northern Virginia Houses and Streets with Over-the-Top Christmas Decorations

These bright lights are spreading festive feels across the region. [READ MORE]

Dulles Town Center
Courtesy Dulles Town Center

8. Dulles Town Center’s New Owner Talks About What’s in Store

Srinivas Chavali discusses his plans for his recent purchase. [READ MORE]

Horses on Assateague Island
Wild horses on Assateague Island (Nathaniel Gonzales/stock.adobe.com)

7. Here’s What to Know About the Wild Horses on Assateague Island

Check this experience off your bucket list with advice from a park ranger. [READ MORE]

Downtown Middleburg
Downtown Middleburg (Photo by Rodney Brown for Visit Middleburg)

6. Looking for Spring Break Day Trips? Try These 4 in Virginia

When the kids are out of school, try these family-friendly venues, and afterward, have lunch or a sweet treat. [READ MORE]

Bazin's on Church exterior
Courtesy Bazin’s on Church

5. 12 Restaurants That Have Recently Closed in Northern Virginia

As we enter the final few months of the year, it’s time we officially say goodbye to these restaurants. [READ MORE]

Food cooking at Mama Chang
Mama Chang (Photo by Rey Lopez)

4. Best of NoVA 2024: The 157 Best Places to Eat, Shop, and Play in Northern Virginia

We asked, and you — our readers — told us your favorites across Northern Virginia, from fantastic food and drinks to where to hang out for a great time. [READ MORE]

ometeo smoking steak on pot
Ometeo (Photo by Michael Butcher)

3. These Are the 50 Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia for 2024

Our critics searched high and low to find the best restaurants throughout the region. Here’s the result. [READ MORE]

judge with gavel
stock.adobe.com

2. These New Virginia Laws Go into Effect July 1 

Legacy admissions, gun control, and an end to child marriage: Here’s what’s changing in Virginia law. [READ MORE]

Massanutten snow tubing
Snow tubing lanes at Massanutten Resort (Courtesy Massanutten Resort)

1. 7 Snow Tubing Parks Near Northern Virginia

Pack on the layers and head to the mountain to take an adrenaline-filled ride down these hills. [READ MORE]

Feature image of The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm by Michael Butcher

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