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Toastique is coming to Reston, and the opening date is set for March 7th at RTC Next (near the JW Marriott area at Reston Row). ✨ Expect everything from gourmet toasts, smoothie bowls, juices, and coffee in a quick, bright grab-and-go setup. Hours coming soon on their website: toastique.com/pages/reston
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National Margarita Day was the perfect excuse to do a very official taste test.🍹 Based on my informal poll, Uncle Jalapeños at Worldgate in Herndon takes the crown for best margaritas in Reston and Herndon. The drinks were on point, the vibe was fun, and there are plenty of photo ops if you’re making a night of it.
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Spring miles are calling, Reston 🏃♀️🌸 Save this for your “what’s our next race?” moment. There are 6 great options coming up, from the Reston 10 Miler to a Mother’s Day 4 Miler. Whether you’re chasing a PR, jogging with friends, or walking the 5K, these events are an easy way to get outside and plug into the community…
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SkateQuest is having a serious moment! With Ilia Malinin training here in Reston, registrations have reportedly jumped 300%, and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re chasing big jumps or just want to skate where a world-class athlete skates, the local ice is buzzing right now. ⛸️🔥
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Noku is officially at Reston Row! Sushi, Korean BBQ, and ramen are now on the menu near the JW Marriott. It’s perfect for a quick lunch, date night, or a “let’s try the new spot” outing. 🍣🍜 Have you been yet… and what are you ordering first?
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FCPS finally picked a name for “Western High School” 🎓 Swipe to see what the school off McLaren Road in Herndon will officially be called (formerly the working name “King Abdullah High School”). Doors are set to open in August 2026. What do you think of the school and its new name?
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New brewery news for the Herndon area 🍺 Hawkley Brewing is moving into 257 Sunset Park Drive, a spot a lot of local craft beer fans already know from its previous brewery chapters. It’s a fun continuation of that little “brewery corridor” that’s been building around here.
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What to expect: a neighborhood taproom vibe, …
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BREAKING NEWS: Patch is reporting that the Virginia Senate passed a casino bill that could open the door for a Fairfax County casino, and it has Reston back in the conversation. 🚨
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What it is: legislation that would allow a Fairfax County casino to move forward, but only through a long process that still includes more…

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Toastique is coming to Reston, and the opening date is set for March 7th at RTC Next (near the JW Marriott area at Reston Row). ✨ Expect everything from gourmet toasts, smoothie bowls, juices, and coffee in a quick, bright grab-and-go setup. Hours coming soon on their website: toastique.com/pages/reston
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Another new brunch spot in the Town Center 🥞🍳🥪. This one’s in RTC Next. 😍

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National Margarita Day was the perfect excuse to do a very official taste test.🍹 Based on my informal poll, Uncle Jalapeños at Worldgate in Herndon takes the crown for best margaritas in Reston and Herndon. The drinks were on point, the vibe was fun, and there are plenty of photo ops if you’re making a night of it.
Hours: Sun–Wed 11:30 AM–10 PM, Thurs 11:30 AM- 1AM, Fri–Sat 11:30 AM–11 PM. Happy Hour is Monday–Friday, 3 PM–7 PM.
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This is such a cool place that I can’t believe I missed all these years! Have you been to Uncle Jalapeños? Great margaritas, Tex mex food, and even dancing into the late night!🙌🍹🌮💃
@greaterrestonliving let’s go back! So much fun
@rupistep let’s go!!!😊🍹

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Spring miles are calling, Reston 🏃♀️🌸 Save this for your “what’s our next race?” moment. There are 6 great options coming up, from the Reston 10 Miler to a Mother’s Day 4 Miler. Whether you’re chasing a PR, jogging with friends, or walking the 5K, these events are an easy way to get outside and plug into the community as the weather warms up. Find more info for each event at runningintheusa.com
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SkateQuest is having a serious moment! With Ilia Malinin training here in Reston, registrations have reportedly jumped 300%, and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re chasing big jumps or just want to skate where a world-class athlete skates, the local ice is buzzing right now. ⛸️🔥
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Noku is officially at Reston Row! Sushi, Korean BBQ, and ramen are now on the menu near the JW Marriott. It’s perfect for a quick lunch, date night, or a “let’s try the new spot” outing. 🍣🍜 Have you been yet… and what are you ordering first?
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FCPS finally picked a name for “Western High School” 🎓 Swipe to see what the school off McLaren Road in Herndon will officially be called (formerly the working name “King Abdullah High School”). Doors are set to open in August 2026. What do you think of the school and its new name?
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@dsan2025 so much wrong with your comment including the four question marks.
@omarskhawaja why was it called that? why is my comment wrong?
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1. post is asking whether you like the new name or not.
2. Would you use “wth” in your comment if the post said “formerly Falcon HS” or something similar?
3. Try google for the history on this
@omarskhawaja i like the new name. and i wouldn’t say wth if it was falcon high school. but why king abdullah? sounds like a Arabic name. We are in America. 🇺🇸 we don’t even have kings.🤣
@omarskhawaja why king or prince? that’s not american.
@dsan2025 not sure if you actually understand what you’re doing in your comments or just totally ignorant or simply not from the DMV. So let’s try this: Does “Prince William’s County” bother you in the same way?
@dsan2025 the school was a private school founded by a saudi organization
@omarskhawaja why didn't you just explain? The person didn't understand where the original name came from 🤷♀️
@dsan2025 this is not a newly built school. It was a private school and FCPS bought it.
@mamacinotti thank you. he made it so complicated 😭
@mamacinotti gotcha. thank you 🙏
@omarskhawaja Pretty sure PWC isn’t run by the English monarchy, so not really an apt comparison. Besides Abdullah was a wretch
@_davidhnorton_ not the point for someone asking that didn’t know a thing about it except the name.
@_davidhnorton_ thank youuuuu. this omar clown 🤡 ain’t too smart
@omarskhawaja Fair point
@dsan2025 there are many places in the U.S. named after Kings and Queens including entire states. Notably, VA has multiple counties and cities named after nobility. You just don’t like that it King Abdullah sounds different (not white).
@jaminichiello yeah British kings or European kings is fine that’s part of our history. King Abdullah sounds like the leader of the Taliban.
@dsan2025 it was a private saudi school for international students.
@moha__ad_ad that makes sense thanks
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New brewery news for the Herndon area 🍺 Hawkley Brewing is moving into 257 Sunset Park Drive, a spot a lot of local craft beer fans already know from its previous brewery chapters. It’s a fun continuation of that little “brewery corridor” that’s been building around here.
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What to expect: a neighborhood taproom vibe, a lineup that leans approachable but still interesting, and plenty of reasons to come back as they release more beers. If you’re the kind of person who likes a crisp lager, a classic wheat beer, or an IPA with some bite, this one should be on your radar. 🍻
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Why it matters locally: it keeps a well known brewing space active, supports a small business taking a big swing, and gives Herndon another easy meet-up spot that isn’t a full sit-down restaurant. Great for after-work hangs, casual weekend meetups, and anyone who likes trying a place early and watching it grow. 🙂
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Practical tips:
− Their website lists planned hours (closed Mondays, Tue–Thu 4–9, Fri–Sat 12–10, Sun 12–7), but check before you go since opening timelines can shift. ⏰
− If you want an easier first visit, aim for a weekday evening earlier in the week or go right at opening on the weekend to beat the busiest stretch. 🚗
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@cogswellpatty the answer has to be 👍
My brother @mhawkins102 congrats to you and everyone involved with @hawkleybrewing we are looking forward to our first drink when you open. Salutations 🫡
@grimmz27 not yet, looks like early March.😊🍺

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BREAKING NEWS: Patch is reporting that the Virginia Senate passed a casino bill that could open the door for a Fairfax County casino, and it has Reston back in the conversation. 🚨
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What it is: legislation that would allow a Fairfax County casino to move forward, but only through a long process that still includes more votes and local steps. What’s changed in the recent updates is the way the location language is being discussed, which is why you’re hearing more than just “Tysons” lately.
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Where it is: Fairfax County, with Tysons still being a frequent reference point, and Reston getting attention because of large, Metro-adjacent mixed-use areas like Reston Station. To be clear, no Reston site has been officially named, but it’s understandable why people are watching it. 👀
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Why it matters locally: this could impact traffic planning, public safety resourcing, and future development priorities around major hubs. Even if you’re not near a potential site, countywide decisions tend to ripple out in very real ways.
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Who it’s for: Reston and Tysons residents, commuters, local business owners, and anyone who cares about growth and land use in Fairfax County.
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What to expect next: more votes, more amendments, and a lot of noise online. Some of it will be accurate, some of it won’t. 🧾
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Two practical tips:
− If you want the cleanest info, read the bill text and the official vote status as it moves, not just the headlines.
− If you plan to attend any public meetings tied to this topic later, check the agenda before you go and arrive early since parking and room capacity can be unpredictable. 🚗
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We posted a complete breakdown on our website with the timeline, what changed, and why Reston keeps coming up. ✅
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🔥no, it only invites drugs, crime , human trafficking, prostitution,pedos,and people losing their hard earned money,- if they want a casino , go to Atlantic City or Vegas







