The regular baseball season may be over, but D.C. is buzzing with excitement as the Washington Nationals prepare for their first 2017 MLB playoff game tonight at 7:30. Fans are sitting on the edges of their seats for the upcoming, nerve-wracking 5-series against the 2016 World Series winner Chicago Cubs....

It's now been open for nearly nine months, and reports indicate that the MGM National Harbor is a smashing success so far. The Baltimore Sun reports that the MGM did over $50 million in revenue for the month of July, surpassing Maryland Live and the Baltimore Horseshoe as the leading casino in the state. With gourmet restaurants, an exciting array of musicians and artists performing, and 125,000 square feet of gaming space, it's no wonder that so many locals and visitors are flocking to the MGM. Here are a few of our favorite things going on through the rest of the year:...

Labor Day is a federal holiday to honor the advancements and accomplishments that have come about thanks to the U.S. labor movement. It also signifies the end of summer - public school students in Alexandria begin the school year the day after Labor Day....

It's the best time of year to be a food lover in Alexandria! This year's Restaurant Week features over 60 different local restaurants serving a $35 3-course dinner for one or two. Many establishments are also offering lunch specials at prices ranging from $10 to $20 per person. For full menus and details, check out the Alexandria Restaurant Week website....

The city of Alexandria is often portrayed as a hotbed of history, government activity, and culture. All those things are true, but one of the most overlooked characteristics of our city is its destination as a shopper's paradise. Whether you're looking for a hip outfit, a piece of memorabilia, or a new piece of furniture to tie together your living room, the shops in and around Alexandria have you covered. We're running down some of our favorite places to shop in the area:...

Mount Vernon was originally constructed in 1735 by Augustine, George Washington's father. Since then, it has been one of the most historic and famous estates in all of Virginia. Today, it draws visitors from all over the country who are interested in learning about our nation's first president, his family, and what life was like in 18th century colonial America....