NoVA Home To Best City In The South? | Patch PM

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia on Wednesday. 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.

Woman Identified As Victim In DC Waterfront Death

A woman from Vienna has been identified as the victim in one of two deaths on the DC waterfront.
The 19-year-old died after falling from the Alexandria Aqueduct near Key Bridge in Georgetown on July 24.

NoVA City Nominated For Best City By Southern Living

While residents get to experience the city's charm every day, the brick sidewalks and vibrant waterfront of Old Town could soon gloss the pages of a magazine for national readers. Alexandria has been nominated for Best City by Southern Living. In addition, The Hour, a vintage cocktail and barware boutique, is nominated for the best boutique in the South.

Homes Destroyed After Fire Spreads

A house fire Wednesday morning spread to other homes, destroying three and damaging another, authorities said.

Great American Restaurants Completes Restaurant Trio

The three-restaurant complex from Great American Restaurants is now completely open in Tysons. The third concept, Randy's Prime Seafood & Steaks, opened on July 30.

Hot Car Deaths: How Many Kids Have Died In Virginia, DC

Twenty-four children have died in hot cars so far this year, including a Virginia baby and 1-year-old twins in New York City who died Friday after they were left inside a car for eight hours by their father. Here are tips to help parents ensure kids aren't left in cars.

Also Worth A Look Today

• Ron Pope Announces 2020 'Stuck On The Moon' Tour In Washington DC
• Long-Term Repairs Expected For Flood Damaged Alexandria Trail
• Carlin Springs Road Bridge Completed
• Gunfire Erupts At I-395 Tunnel In DC: Reports
• Downed Wires Close Major Road Near Reston: Police
• How To Support School Supply Drives For Students
• Look Inside: Stunning Retreat Has Incredible Bathroom
• Look Inside: Rebuilt Dairy Barn Has Spectacular Layout

Across America

• John Dillinger To Be Exhumed
• Melissa Etheridge Launches Marijuana Business
• Elizabeth Warren's Big Moment In The Debate: Watch
• Man Finds Mummified Baby In Mother's Apartment
• Mustard Ice Cream Blends Tastes Of Summer