In This Issue: February 2025
Cover Story
Top Doctors
Features
Class Act
Superintendent LaTanya McDade raises the bar for Prince William County Schools.
Music Makers
After 45 years and countless Grammys, Springfield's Bias Studios keeps making sonic magic.
Staying Put
Discover why so many Northern Virginians are opting to remain in the area to live out their retirement years.
The Hunger for Injectables
Weight management drugs like Ozempic are rising in popularity. Here's what to know about them.
A Moving Story
For entrepreneur Chuck Kuhn, who started his first company at 16, community is the driving force.
Romantic Weekends
These couples' getaways are an easy drive or train ride from NoVA.
NoVA Now
Pushing Boundaries
Fairfax County's school boundary review process draws strong community interest -- and scrutiny.
On Our Radar
Celebrate Black History Month
Here are five ways to learn more about African American history and culture.
Work Hard, Play Hard
Got a case of cabin fever? Mulberry Lane in Alexandria has the antidote for antsy kids and remote-working parents alike.
Baked with Love
Arlington's Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe's 50th anniversary marks the start of Wolfgang and Carla Büchler's love story.
Homegrown Fiction
A Loudoun author's new short story collection draws inspiration from life in NoVA.
The Year of Shaboozey
The Woodbridge singer has topped the charts with his hit "A Bar Song (Tipsy)."
Books to Fall For
A romance bookstore owner recommends page-turners for the season.
Datebook
Home & Design
Mocha Mousse
Get your home on-trend by mixing in Pantone's color of the year.
Eclectic Oasis
This Alexandria home's bold design choices speak to the owner's many interests and hobbies.
Hotel Chic
A main floor remodel creates a stylish retreat.
Taste
Grill Masters
The Woo Korean BBQ and Cuisine serves up elegant Korean fare in Fairfax.
Table for Two
Book a romantic Valentine's Day meal at one of these NoVA restaurants.
Aged to Perfection
Executive chef Chico Dator brings big-city seafood know-how to Tysons with Modan.
Last Look
Alison Starling
As an anchor with ABC7 for nearly 20 years, Starling was a constant presence in DMV-area homes. It's been more than a year since she stepped down. Here's what she's up to now.
