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The top news in Virginia and D.C. over the past week, including a new Steak 'n Shake opening in an unusual location.

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A very large cat reportedly was caught on surveillance video in Georgetown recently.
A very large cat reportedly was caught on surveillance video in Georgetown recently. (Photo by Mike Simons/Getty Images)

Patch has 32 sites in communities in Va. and D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past week.

Mountain Lion Scare Sends Local Community Into Furor

A large cat was captured on video surveillance at a home in Georgetown, sparking speculation from locals that it could be a mountain lion from nearby Rock Creek Park.

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2 Rabid Animals Found In NoVa: Authorities

A Northern Virginia health department is warning residents of the area after two rabid animals were discovered within a mile of each other.

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Driver Dies After Crashing Into NoVa Home

A driver died after crashing into a Northern Virginia home Thursday morning, according to police.

Steak 'N Shake Opens Local Restaurant In Unusual Location

Steak 'n Shake has just opened a new local location, but it's not in a place you would expect.

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