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There was plenty of news across Virginia and DC on Friday. 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.

12-Year-Old Boy Threatens To Bomb School: Police

A 12-year-old student left a note in a middle school classroom Wednesday threatening to bomb the school but it was deemed "not credible," according to police. The boy was charged with knowingly communicating a false threat to bomb, and was released to the custody of a family member.

VA Restaurant Claims First 3-Star Michelin Rating In Region

The acclaimed Michelin restaurant guide has given a Virginia restaurant three stars, the first time a DC area restaurant has received this recognition.

Amazon's Bezos Names HQ2 Decision Deadline For NoVA, DC

Political and business leaders gathered Thursday to hear a speech by Amazon CEO and founder Jeff Bezos, but they gleaned little insight into whether Washington, D.C., northern Virginia or Maryland would be the home of the company's second headquarters.

Paul Manafort To Lose Arlington Home In Reported Plea Deal

Paul Manafort is set to lose a house he owns in Arlington — in addition to two New York City properties and one in the Hamptons — as part of a reported plea deal that includes his cooperation with the investigation of Russian election interference.

Missing Baby 'Likely' Dead, Related Arrest Made: Report

A toddler who disappeared from her home Tuesday night is "likely" dead and an arrest made Wednesday night is related to the case though it is unclear what the connection is, according to a report in The Roanoke Times.

Man Who Stalked Woman Arrested: Police

A man wanted for stalking a woman and violating a protective order she had in place against him was arrested Wednesday night outside a hotel, according to Prince William County Police.

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• Break-In Attempt Terrifies Family: Police
• Vandals Damage Handicap Access Vehicles
• Cat Adoption Fees Waived To Help Hurricane Florence Pets
• Inmate Dies After Medical Emergency In Custody
• Evacuation Order Lifted As VA Avoids Worst Of Hurricane Florence
• Obesity In Virginia, DC: New Maps Show How Common It Is
• New Greek Restaurant Opens Monday
• City Among Top VA Millennial Zip Codes
• Here's When Florence May Arrive In DC
• Crime Plunges Throughout DC Area: Report

Across America

• Hurricane Florence Smashes Ashore On The Carolinas
• Back To The Future Car Will Be Auctioned
• Teen Girl ‘Laughing’ During Fatal Stabbing
• Blake Lively's "A Simple Favor" Heads To Theaters
• ‘Vampire Facials’ May Have Exposed Patients To HIV

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