The Marine Corps Marathon Organization: “The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that Altra Running has come on board as the new Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) footwear partner starting with the 48th MCM Weekend in October.”
âAltra Running is an inspirational company that is evolving the shoe industry with great options for both âevery climb and placeâ and every runner,â said Alex Hetherington, director of MCMO. âTheir footwearâs combination of form, fit and functionality for all lends to ideals honored by the Marine Corps Marathon Organization. We couldnât be more pleased to partner with Altra as the footwear sponsor of the MCM.â
“Altra specializes in unique running shoes designed for comfort and technical terrain. Their FootShape⢠and Balanced Cushioning⢠comfort brings top-of-the-line road running shoes, trail running shoes and hiking shoes to every runner regardless of their desired distance and terrain.”
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WOODBRIDGE, Va. â Local leaders and outdoor enthusiasts gathered at Neabsco Regional Park on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, to celebrate the grand opening of Prince William Countyâs first official kayak launch, a new interpretive historical marker, and expanded accessible parking.
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. â Authorities are investigating a suspected case of mass pesticide poisoning at a local beekeeping operation, where more than 50 honeybee colonies were found dead in what the farmâs owner believes was an intentional act of vandalism.
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Inspired by local physicians who were among the nationâs first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, direct availability, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:
After almost 40 years in practice, Manassas-based Internist John Cary, MDâs change to concierge medicine enabled focused attention for each individual, and the launch of his innovative diet program for those with type 2 diabetes. “The goal is to promote enough weight loss to reach an acceptable A1C of 6% with no medication,â he explains. âAchieving that can take several months of very close follow up. As I tell my patients, we are in this together.â
Jay Tyroler, MD considers his patients quite literally as family. âI believe there’s nothing more honorable than helping patients when they’re sick, or scared, or feeling vulnerable, and I care for them exactly as I would my loved ones.â Whether for a specialist referral, urgent health issue or ongoing follow up, âMy patients know Iâm always just a phone call away.â
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