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Here are some of the share-worthy stories from Virginia and DC Patches to talk about tonight.

'Extreme Reaction' By Colonial Pipeline Baffles Energy Experts

The major East Coast pipeline behind the gasoline shortages in the Southeast and mid-Atlantic is coming under scrutiny for its information technology and cybersecurity practices.

• Gas Shortage: Fairfax County Operations Unaffected, Safety Urged
• Virginia Gas Shortage: Where To Find Gas Around Burke
• Virginia Gas Shortage: Where To Find Gas Around Kingstowne

Save River Farm Momentum Builds With State, Local Support

Weddings. Family outings. Community events. Fundraisers. River Farm has been an important setting for many neighbors over the years due to its picturesque gardens and history. Once the northernmost of George Washington's farms, it is now the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society (AHS) and a mainstay for visitors and special events.

Woodbridge Marine Charged In Jan. 6 Capitol Riot: Authorities

A Marine officer who lived in Woodbridge and was stationed at Quantico has been charged in connection with the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, according to the Department of Justice. The Marine, Maj. Christopher Warnagiris, faces several federal charges.

Virginia Parents: Do You Want Your Young Teens Vaccinated?

The federal panel that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted to recommend that the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine be used in children ages 12-15 after the Food and Drug Administration announced earlier this week that it was expanding its emergency use authorization for the vaccine.

• Vaccine Appointments For Children Now Available In Loudoun
• Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Available To Ages 12-15 In Alexandria
• Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Available To Ages 12-15 In Fairfax County
• Free COVID-19 Vaccinations Now Available For Children 12-17

Wakefield HS Locked Down As Police Investigate Threats By Student

Wakefield High School was temporally placed under "secure the building status" on Tuesday, as Arlington County Police investigated a report of a student wearing what appeared to be a bulletproof vest and making threats of violence against others off of school grounds, according to a police release.

Metro Waives Operating Fee For Special Events Beyond Normal Hours

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's board of directors approved a temporary policy change Thursday to waive a fee that Metro normally charges to organizers of events that end beyond the transit system's normal operating hours.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Remodeled Dupont Circle Restaurant Celebrates Return Of Brunch
• Rescue Me: Robin The Cat Wants To Be Your Sidekick
• Gunshots Incident In Alexandria Leads To Pursuit By State Police
• Candidate Profile: Mary Kadera For Arlington School Board
• Bank Robbery In Reston Under Investigation By Fairfax Police
• $102K Seized By Customs Officials At Washington Dulles Airport
• FRED Buses Fare-Free For 5 Days Due To Virginia Gas Shortage
• Sobriety Checkpoint Held In Manassas On Thursday: Police
• Arlington Students Collaborate Remotely On Joint Theatre Project
• ViVa Vienna 2021: Get Entry Tickets For Rides, Entertainment

Across America

• CDC To Ease Indoor Mask Guidelines For Vaccinated: AP
• 'Extreme Reaction' By Colonial Pipeline Baffles Energy Experts
• Bald Eagle, After Escaping Death, Released On Washington Lake
• Cashier Throws City Councilman's $1M Powerball Ticket In Trash
• GA Gas Shortage Could Last Next Two Weeks; Over By Memorial Day