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On the weekend, we present a review of the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
Swastika Found In School Bathroom: Police
Police are investigating a report of a swastika in a high school bathroom.
Walkinshaw Claims VA’s 11th Congressional District, Keeping Seat Blue
James Walkinshaw will keep the 11th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives blue, with the Democrat pledging that he will help end the "reckless Trump agenda" starting Wednesday.
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Digital Gateway Appeal Sought By County Supervisors
The Board of County Supervisors will seek an appeal of the Digital Gateway ruling.
Senior Living Resident Sexually Assaulted: Police
A resident of a senior living community was sexually assaulted Friday, according to police. A suspect was arrested by police.
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Confederate, Segregation-Associated Street Names Banned By Supervisors
The county has taken new action against Confederate and racial segregation-associated street names.
Housing And Redevelopment Authority Leader Fired: Report
The embattled CEO of the Redevelopment and Housing Authority has been fired about a year after starting the position, according to a new report.
Drug Charges For VA Man Who Drove Into Fire Hydrant
A 27-year-old man was arrested on drug-related and firearm charges after the vehicle he was attempting to escape in struck a fire hydrant on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Travel Agent Who Defrauded GMU Men's Basketball Team Sentenced
An Atlanta travel services provider was sentenced in federal court for defrauding members of the George Mason University men's basketball team and its supporters for not providing airplane tickets or hotel rooms even though he was paid to do so.
Stabbing Leads To Malicious Wounding Charges: Police
A 25-year-old man and an unnamed teen are facing malicious wounding charges in connection to a stabbing that took place Friday night, authorities say.
Threatening To Shoot Coworker Lands Car Dealership Employee In Jail
A 37-year-old employee of an auto dealership was arrested on Sept. 1 for threatening to shoot a coworker with a firearm, according to the weekly crime report.
Sexual Battery Charges Filed On NoVA Physical Therapist
A physical therapist at Inova’s Center for Personalized Health was arrested Monday for sexually assaulting a patient during a therapy appointment, according to authorities.
Salary Increases Approved For Mayor, City Council; Mayor Opposes
Salary increases are on the way for City Council and the mayor after 4-2 approval by City Council on Monday. However, Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger indicated she would not take the increased salary amount.
Carjacking Leads To Arrest Of Man, Teen
A man and a teen are facing charges after a carjacking on Monday, police say.
Indecent Exposure Suspect Sought In Mall Case
Investigators are asking the public to help identify a suspect captured on surveillance video who they say exposed himself inside a business in a mall on Friday.
Wig Fitting Room Gets Makeover Thanks To Eagle Scout Project
Alia Abbud was surprised when she first saw the wig fitting room at the Sid and Reba Dewberry Cancer Center at VHC Health.
Invasive Plant Species Grant Program Launch Draws Crowd At Winery
Several days before the launch of a grant program for property owners to combat invasive plant species, Bluemont Vineyard hosted a packed room to discuss the program.
New Historical Marker Honors Educator Louise Archer
Officials and community members gathered Saturday to unveil a historical marker for Louise Archer, an educator and namesake of Louise Archer Elementary School.
Chamber Official Launches The Legacy League For High-Achieving Women
By day, Yasmeen Shields works as membership director at the county's Chamber of Commerce. By night, Shields is gathering executive women together to build connections and empower them.
12 VA Residents Win Big Powerball Prizes In Historic Drawings
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Manassas last week and 11 other players in the state won sizable prizes in the frenzy to try to win the second-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
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