Girl Recants Claim Boys Cut Her Dreadlocks At School | Patch PM

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Monday. 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.

Whole Foods Announces Opening Date For Store

Whole Foods Market will open its new store on Wednesday, Oct. 30, in McLean. The first 200 customers will receive a tote bag and savings card with a value between $5 and $100.

NoVA Space No Longer Sought For Unaccompanied Immigrant Kids

The federal government is no longer looking at Northern Virginia for space to house unaccompanied immigrant children. Northern Virginia leaders had spoken out against the search for shelter space in the area.

Bagel Uprising Reopens At New Storefront

The wait is over for fans of Bagel Uprising as its permanent location opened at 2307A Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. The shop held a soft opening on Sept. 25, and its website says it opens daily at 7 a.m.

Accusations Of Assault At School Were False: Report

After an African American student accused three boys of cutting her dreadlocks in an attack at a private school, she now says the assault did not happen.

Fredericksburg Initiative To Help Veterans Recover From Trauma

A new initiative created by a Fredericksburg surgeon seeks to provide continued support to veterans recovering from trauma, as well as their families. Here's how you can support the Fredericksburg Area Military Service Initiative.

Second Suspect In Hotel Shooting Arrested: Police

Prince William County Police have arrested and charged a second man in connection with an Aug. 19 shooting at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Dumfries.

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