New Entertainment Center Coming To NoVa: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia and Washington, DC, on Thursday. 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.

• Round1 Entertainment Center Coming To Potomac Mills
• Ground Broken On Development With Wegmans In Alexandria
• DC, NoVA Weekend Events: Coco In Concert, Tiki Yards, Otakon

Dogs Found In Terrible Conditions In NoVa: Authorities

Two people have been arrested after 17 dogs were found in "squalid" conditions earlier this month at a Northern Virginia home, according to animal services.

Secret Mission Happening In Skies Above DC

The Pentagon has requested funding for a secret mission involving Black Hawk helicopters flying over the D.C. area, according to a report.

NoVa Roads To Be Closed For Months

Two roads in Northern Virginia will remain closed for months due to extensive damages from the July 8 flooding. The Virginia Department of Transportation says damages on the roads will require work by construction contractors.

Infant Nearly Drowns, Drunk Man Arrested: Police

A man and an infant nearly drowned in a local apartment pool on Saturday, July 20, according to police.

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