Press release: “Virginia is among the best states to play pickleball, new study reveals. Virginia is the tenth-best state to play pickleball, with a final score of 55.0 out of 100.”
“Arizona was named the best and Louisiana the worst state for pickleball, due to the state’s rainy weather conditions and lack of indoor facilities.”
Marine Corps Heritage Foundation: “The National Museum of the Marine Corps is hosting a series of events to celebrate the holiday season.”
“Admission to the Museum and parking are free, and all events are open to the general public. The full list of events can be found online.”
Elizabeth Lee Boebel (Age 73)
A celebration of life is being planned for after the holidays. Details will be shared on Facebook and LeeBoebel.com.
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative: “Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) will accept post-holiday cut Christmas trees and greens at its Gainesville Technical Center at 5399 Wellington Branch Road, near Interstate 66 and U.S. 29.”
“Residents can begin leaving trees and greens on Tuesday, Dec. 26, and NOVEC will continue to accept them through Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. Residents should leave greens in the section of the parking lot marked by orange safety cones; drop off does not have to take place during business hours.”
Press Release: “Moe’s Southwest Grill locations are proud to announce their continued partnership with Toys for Tots in its mission of providing toys to children and military families.”
“Moe’s is providing 12 drop-off locations for new and unwrapped toys in Falls Church, Leesburg, Alexandria, Ashburn, Herndon, Manassas and Gainesville, Virginia; Annapolis, Hanover and Frederick, Maryland; and Washington, D.C.”
MCCS Quantico: “Free Stand-Up Comedy Show with Special Guest Jimmy McCartney. Jimmy has a huge TikTok following with over 33 million views and is currently touring the East Coast.”
The show will take place at The Clubs at Quantico, Marathon Room, 3017 Russell Road, Quantico.
Prince William Police Department: “Registration has opened for the 2024 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. This year’s event is at Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.”
“The Prince William County Police Department is looking for individuals – or teams of family, friends, co-workers, or organizations– willing to brave the cold temperatures on land, and in the water, to help raise money for Special Olympics.”
66 Express Lanes: “As the 66 Express Outside the Beltway marks its first full year of operations today, the project has shown itself to be a game-changer for the Northern Virginia region.”
“Delivered ahead of schedule and within budget despite supply-chain issues, a global pandemic, and historic inflation levels, the privately financed 66 Express Outside the Beltway project has proven to be a boon to Northern Virginia’s economy and workforce.”
Manassas City Police Department: “On November 28, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:15 a.m. several burglaries occurred in the Dominion Square Shopping Center located in the 10400 block of Dumfries Road.”
“Two subjects dressed in black clothing forced entry into the rear of the businesses and were last seen leaving the area on foot going toward Donner Drive. The Manassas City Police is asking the public to check their doorbell and surveillance cameras.”
