Alexandria Man Scores Lottery Jackpot: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia and Washington, DC, on Tuesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Alexandria Man Scores $150K Win In Powerball
• Fire Breaks Out In Carport Of Lake Barcroft Area Home
• Adoptable Alexandria Pet: Shy Kitty Searching For New Friend

Metro Shutdown Causes Chaos

After the shutdown of six Metro stations began on Memorial Day weekend, Tuesday was the first work day for commuters to navigate the change. As some social media reports indicated, the transition didn't go smoothly for some.

NoVa Man Wins Huge Lottery Jackpot

A Northern Virginia man is now quite rich after buying a Virginia Lottery ticket at a local convenience store.

Teens Rob 7-Eleven At 'Gunpoint' In NoVa: Police

Two teenage boys were arrested after robbing a 7-Eleven at gunpoint Monday morning, May 27, according to police.

Eatery Forced To Close: NoVa Restaurant Inspections

Violations noted below—such as the forced closure of Life Cafe until it finally met state standards—involve those issues that would typically require a re-inspection if not corrected or those that are more likely than other violations to contribute to food contamination.

Best Casual Restaurant In US Includes DC Landmark With NoVA Sites

It's not fancy, is about to celebrate 61 years in business, and it draws local folks and celebrities through its doors. Now comes a guide from the foodies at The Daily Meal, which has released its 2019 ranking of the 101 Best Casual Restaurants in America, and it includes one well-known D.C. establishment.

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