Orange Air Quality Alert For DC Area: 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.

• Orange Air Quality Alert Issued For Washington DC Area June 27-28
• Fourth Of July 2019: What's Open, Closed In Alexandria
• A Mom's Tips On Visiting DC Museums With Kids This Summer

NoVa Townhouse Tied To George Washington For Rent

A soon-to-open Airbnb building in Northern Virginia can claim historical ties to George Washington.

Locals Hit With BB Gun, Paintball Attacks: Report

Innocent bystanders are being targeted by shooters armed with BB guns or paintball guns in our area, according to a report.

Baby Red Panda Born At National Zoo Facility

Say hello to the newest addition to the Smithsonian National Zoo family: an adorable baby red panda who entered the world earlier this month.

Residents Escape Fire At NoVa Home

Residents have evacuated from a house fire in Northern Virginia Thursday morning.

Air Conditioning Delayed For DC Metro Stations: Report

If you use the DuPont Circle and Farragut North Metro stations regularly, we have some bad news for you: it could be a little on the warm side in the coming weeks.

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