Lifestyle Booze consumption is falling, but the desire to unwind isn't. Some Northern Virginians say cannabis is their preferred drug of choice. Gabe Hiatt By Gabe Hiatt April 20, 2026 Share Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp Email Copy URL Many Northern Virginians are cutting back on alcohol and turning to cannabis to take the edge off. (Adobe Stock) Among the busy suburban moms, alcohol is a release. They gather over drinks in living rooms, on front porches, at school auctions and charity events.