Critical Race Theory Furor Over 'Let Them Die' Comment: Patch PM

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New Leesburg Animal Shelter To Host Grand Opening July 30

Loudoun County Animal Services' new building is now open by appointment only. The facility will open for regular hours after a grand-opening event on Friday, July 30.

Fairfax NAACP Decries 'False Narrative' In PTA Official's Ouster

The Fairfax County NAACP decried the "false narrative" in the media concerning remarks made by Michelle Leete that led her to resignation over the weekend as vice president of training for the Virginia PTA, according to an NAACP statement. Leete, who is the Fairfax NAACP's 1st vice president, stepped down Saturday amid a storm of criticism from critical race theory opponents.

Congressional Run Announced By Supervisor Lawson Of Brentsville

Supervisor Jeanine Lawson, who represents Brentsville in the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, will run for Congress in 2022. Lawson plans to challenge incumbent Representative Jennifer Wexton for Virginia's 1oth congressional district.

Nationals Park Shooting Suspects Still At Large: DC Police

D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department continues to investigate Saturday's shooting outside Nationals Park where shots were exchanged between two vehicles in the 1500 block of South Capitol Street SW around 9:30 p.m.

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Olympic-Themed Restaurant, Bakery Specials Offered In Alexandria

Restaurants and cafés in Alexandria are holding Olympic-themed specials starting Friday to celebrate the kickoff of the games in Tokyo.

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