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VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

7 VA Elementary Students Ingest Fentanyl-Tainted Gummies At Lunch

Two people have been charged in connection with an incident in which seven elementary school students in Virginia ate fentanyl-tainted gummy bears at lunch Tuesday, authorities said. Five of the seven students, all fourth graders from the same class, were taken to the hospital for treatment after experiencing a reaction to the gummy bears, according to authorities.

Banned Books Used For Some School Board Members' Swearing In

New and returning members of a county's Board of Supervisors and School Board were inaugurated Wednesday, with some school board members opting to use banned books on the topics of slavery and LGBTQ+ issues to take the oath of office.

Man Planned To Kill Congregation At Church: Police

Investigators believe a man planned an attack on a church with the intent to kill multiple members of the congregation before he was arrested.

10 Hospitalized With Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide poisoning sent 10 residents to the hospital, according to a fire department. The residents, five adults and five children, lived in the same home.

Washington Capitals, Wizards Relocation Plan To VA Announced

A proposal to relocate the Washington Capitals and Wizards from D.C. to a new entertainment district in Northern Virginia was officially released Wednesday by Virginia's governor and developers.

• Patch Survey: Do You Support Capitals, Wizards Arena In Alexandria

Number Of Homes For Sale In NoVA To Get Even Tighter In 2024: Realtors

Real estate experts are forecasting even tighter housing inventories in Northern Virginia in 2024, although home sales prices are not expected to rise at the same rate as they have in recent years.

• Home Prices Keep Rising As Supply Stays Low In Fredericksburg: Report

60 Fentanyl Pills Discovered During Traffic Stop

Police officers recovered 60 fentanyl pills during a traffic stop in the city earlier this month, authorities said in a report. A woman faces several charges for possessing the drugs.

Man Charged With 5 Burglaries In 12-Hour Period: Police

A man accused of five burglaries over a 12-hour span was arrested on Tuesday, according to police. In one of the burglaries, he is accused of damaging the home of a 93-year-old woman.

Living Liver Donor Sought By Couple

Ian Galvin does not drink. He does not smoke. His biggest indulgence is probably the occasional large pizza, Galvin's wife, Brittni, told Patch. Regardless, Ian has developed cirrhosis of the liver. It was a matter of time caused by genetics, doctors told the Galvin family. Now, Ian needs a new liver from a generous donor.

Swastika Graffiti, Unlawful Filming Reported In PWCS Bathrooms

Authorities are investigating reports of unlawful filming and swastika graffiti in high school bathrooms.

Cat Killed During Man's 21-Hour Barricade

A 21-hour standoff at an apartment ended after the suspect killed his cat and set a fire.

Fundraiser Held For Family Of Man Who Died In House Fire

Neighbors are holding a fundraising campaign for the family of a father who died in a house fire Monday morning.