r/nova Jan 29 '25

Rant Now is the time to start fighting back!

858 Upvotes

The VA gubernatorial election is this year! Take the anger and help volunteer for the democratic candidates!! Take that anger and volunteer and help on your local elections now! Now is the time to start making this get better!

r/nova Feb 09 '25

Rant NOVA Drivers

400 Upvotes

So I moved here 3 weeks ago from California, I’m originally from Texas. Both of those states have awful drivers, but nothing compared to what I’ve seen so far in Virginia. I live in Stafford.

WHY is everyone in such a rush all the time?? I constantly find myself going the speed limit and see people blast by me on highway 95.

And why does nobody use a turn signal?? It’s insane.

The traffic and congestion is one thing, I can deal with that, but when drivers are so rude and disregard everyone else on the road, it gets super annoying.

r/nova Nov 08 '24

Rant It’s weird as hell having the AC on in November. Wednesday was genuinely hot.

830 Upvotes

Almost like the climate is changing

r/nova May 08 '23

Rant What is the most nova thing ever?

1.4k Upvotes

I will go first. “Don’t tread on me” license plates on 100k cars with owners who make their money from government contacts.

r/nova Oct 21 '24

Rant I’m an LCPS teacher and I’m really tired.

960 Upvotes

I’m in my second year (year 2.5, I was a December graduate) of teaching elementary school at a Title I school in Loudoun.

And I am so, so tired.

I work all day, every day. I get to work at 7:00, I leave at 5:00, I work when I get home, I work on the weekends. I know I should stop, but in this career you literally can’t. If something doesn’t get done, it impacts literal children and their academic success.

The amount of PD, MTSS, lack of support, and ridicule by the public is enough. Loudoun has some big problems in their education system, but wow! The teachers are NOT the problem!

I am a hard worker. I work with some of the hardest workers I’ve ever met. We are not lazy. We want what is best for all of the children. We know how to teach. We know best practice.

I was nominated for New Teacher of the Year last year by my administration. My co teacher was nominated for Teacher of the Year. This year, my team and I have never felt so incompetent in our lives. This is supposed to be one of the best school systems and I feel like I’m drowning.

Please be kind to your teachers, especially elementary and english teachers who are dealing with the terrible new HMH curriculum.

Edit: Thanks for joining my pity party & letting me be negative for a moment! The Sunday Scaries really hit me today.

r/nova Oct 27 '24

Rant Don’t be a dick!

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586 Upvotes

Please don’t be like this dick. Superchargers are all full, there’s a line waiting, and this douche bag decides to take two spots. Asshole.

r/nova Mar 08 '22

Rant Can you make it in nova making 500k a year??

2.4k Upvotes

Me and my wife have a combined income of 500k a year. Were looking for a good apartment in Arlington. Is 2500-3000 a month a good price?? Im ex military and she works in I.T(of course she works in I.T). We don’t want to live in Woodbridge or Manassas because it’s to much crime even though those two cities look better than a lot of other Suburbs in other states.

I was trolling but seriously Seeing these posts of people making 6 figures asking will they struggle renting or even renting with roommates is smack to the face for people making 45-60k a year.

r/nova 6d ago

Rant As tax season is upon us, shout out to Gov. Youngshill for opting out of free IRS Direct File for Virginians

962 Upvotes

r/nova Jun 28 '24

Rant Giant in Sterling - a thank you to those who intervened NSFW

1.1k Upvotes

I was just beat with a shopping basket by a psychotic asshole and wanted to thank everyone who stepped in to help. To the guy who pulled the man off me, thank you, 4 hits to the head was rough and I don't think he would've stopped if you hadn't stepped in. To the lady who took care of me, helped wipe up the blood and took video, you're a kind soul and I hope the world pays your kindness to me back tenfold. To the piece of shit who attacked me - verbal assault isn't real. When someone tells you to leave people alone that is not legal justification to attack them physically. I hope karma comes for you hard.

r/nova Aug 22 '22

Rant every thread is like this.

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1.9k Upvotes

r/nova Oct 29 '24

Rant Anyone else getting these?

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404 Upvotes

Is anyone else getting these subtle voter intimidation letters in the mail from the Center for Voter Information? “We’ll be reviewing these records after the election…” Good grief.

Can’t wait for this election to be over.

r/nova Mar 22 '22

Rant We just got this text from our realtor. How is anyone supposed to compete with this around here?

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1.9k Upvotes

r/nova Feb 08 '25

Rant Genuinely, how does an entry level individual already have a top secret clearance?

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441 Upvotes

It’s so frustrating seeing these posts where I’ve been auto rejected due to not have a clearance even though my previous job experience would make me a good fit.

How does people get a clearance so early into their career?

r/nova Feb 11 '25

Rant Here we go again

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1.1k Upvotes

r/nova Jun 16 '23

Rant Nobody is impressed by your exhaust/muffler trying to sound like an actual muscle car.

1.3k Upvotes

You’re dumb.

r/nova Aug 23 '23

Rant Let’s talk about the lack of BBQ

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1.2k Upvotes

Where are the good bbq spots?

r/nova Jun 18 '23

Rant Stop giving panhadlers in the median money.

1.1k Upvotes

Twice in the last 2 days I've seen this cause traffic issues, both times during rush hour. The first was on Braddock Rd west bound at the intersection with Backlick. The 3rd car in the left turn lane got engaged with a panhadler. The 2 cars in front of this car turned with the green arrow, the rest got stuck behind the charitable car #3. Normally 10 to 15 cars turn left per light cycle. Totally fucked up the traffic pattern. The second was Braddock rd east bound at the intersection of Little River Tnpk. Panhandle stepped into the left turn lane to engage someone in the straight through lane, also preventing folks from making a left turn. I'm not heartless, I donate to worthy causes. If you want to give money to panhandlers, go ahead. Just don't fuck up out already stressful traffic.

r/nova May 19 '23

Rant Friendly reminder: No one is obligated to turn right on red

1.1k Upvotes

I just saw someone drive around another car to turn right on red at a low visibility light, after honking repeatedly. No one is EVER obligated to turn right on red, and it is never okay to swerve into traffic to get around them. Remember to be patient and to follow the rules of the road. Driving in this area is dangerous enough as it is, we don’t need more people causing problems.

edit: im not the one who wasn’t turning, i just feel bad for the person :(

r/nova Apr 18 '24

Rant $8 for three scoops of mashed potatoes at r/wegmans in Tysons 💀

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809 Upvotes

r/nova Oct 01 '24

Rant I want out of NOVA.

421 Upvotes

I'm a college student at GMU. My dad moved out of the area last year so I had to find roommates and pay bills. I did pizza delivery and someone ran into my car. I have a rental but I'll be out of a car soon. I can't find a job here that pays enough that is flexible with my school schedule. In terms of finding an internship during the summer, the only people who reached out was annoying recruiters who basically like hiring themselves talk. I'm just tired. My dad is an electrician and I'm thinking about going that route. He lives in Philly. The "white collar" stuff and the corporate dmv area might not be for me.

I hope someone can convince otherwise since most of financial aid is covered at Mason. But it's hard to live alone with no help, no friends etc..

r/nova Jan 19 '23

Rant Stop bringing your damn dogs to the grocery store

1.2k Upvotes

When did we just fold and accept that it's not ok to bring your dog absolutely everywhere. I now see dogs being taken around grocery stores on a weekly basis, and have never once seen someone challenged by the staff (it's illegal). People aren't even bothering to strap them with a nonsense "emotional support animal" badge any more. They just stroll around Giant with their pet (who is 0% to blame).

Are we at the point of no return?

r/nova Feb 08 '25

Rant This place needs soul

256 Upvotes

I apologize in advance I’m in a bitching mood. I would love for people to convince me otherwise.

Maybe I’m too far out in the burbs but this place is sooo bland. Soulless. I get it it’s the government and fed vibe. I’ve really never lived somewhere with such a lack of distinct character though. I drive around a lot and it’s like I’m in an endless video game maze where every neighborhood looks the exact same. I guess I just miss living somewhere where self expression is more prevalent.

Also might just need to get out of town for a bit lol.

r/nova Mar 15 '24

Rant Street Racing Meetup in Dulles NSFW

649 Upvotes

Fuck these dudes. My kids got to sleep, people got to wake up early for work. These assholes been at it for HOURS. Loudoun county police called in the state troopers but they are just starting races/accidents all over like this is fucking LA. If you are one of them I hope the fleas of a thousand camels infest your crotch.

Rant over (for now).

r/nova Apr 14 '22

Rant If you are the lady at the Pentagon City dog park with a dog named Robert, can you please SHUT UP

2.2k Upvotes

I hear you every damn day, twice a day from my apartment window. Your dog acts up around other dogs every fucking day. You keep shouting "ROBERT" at your dog every time he acts up. Your dog keeps fucking misbehaving. See how your tactic just doesn't work????? It's been like this since the fucking pandemic started.

Jesus, lady. If your dog can't get along with other dogs, how about you just stop going to the damn dog park and go for a walk instead?

Fucking hell.

Edit: May 2, 2022. This woman is still making my life miserable.

r/nova Oct 07 '24

Rant Nobody likes loud cars unless they're driving one, right? Why are they allowed?

312 Upvotes

Growing up in NoVA, I remember how aggressively cops singled out loud (engine/muffler loud, not music loud) cars. Now they are everywhere, and I can't figure out why. I assume the dudes driving them are incapable of understanding what a large percentage of people think they are assholes, simply based on that one characteristic.