NoVA ZIP Code Among Top For Real Estate Demand: Patch PM

Here are the share-worthy stories from Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia Patches to talk about tonight:

VA Congressman Seeks To Remove Lee's Name From Arlington Mansion

(AP) — A northern Virginia congressman is pursuing legislation to remove Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's name from the official designation at the historic mansion where he lived before the Civil War.

Virginia Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The adage "not all heroes wear capes" is one that's apparent in society now, more than ever. We want to hear about the "heroes" who are helping your Virginia community get through these changing times.

• Sara Wolcott 'Gives 110 Percent To Her Job': Fredericksburg Hero
• Idris O'Connor 'Has A Heart For People': Dale City Hero
• Nikki Pugh 'Is The American Dream': Herndon Hero
• Robert Price Is A 'Selfless, Caring Counselor': Arlington Hero

Springfield Makes Top 10 Of Realtor.com's Hottest ZIP Codes

Believe it or not, the ZIP codes with the highest demand aren't the bustling city centers and beach getaways. According to a new analysis from realtor.com, they're the small towns and cities that offer less costly alternatives to nearby places.

Oakton High Student In Running To Be Doodle For Google Winner

Google holds the contest annually, accepting art submissions from K-12 students across the U.S. for the chance to have their art displayed on Google. This year, students were asked to submit a doodle about what kindness means to them and write a statement explaining how it signifies kindness. The drawings must incorporate the letters of Google.

NoVA Leads In Coronavirus Cases, Tidewater in Hospitalizations

The Virginia Department of Health reported 863 additional coronavirus cases Thursday. The cumulative total of cases is up to 109,882. There were 17 new deaths reported Thursday, bringing the total in Virginia to 2,427. There have been 8,998 coronavirus hospitalizations to date.

Save The Post Office Protest Planned In Merrifield

On Saturday, activists will gather outside the U.S. Postal Service office in Merrifield for a "Save the Post Office Saturday" rally. It is part of grassroots actions being organized at local post offices around the country amid mail service delays around the U.S. and concerns about the impact on the upcoming elections.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Northam Wants Absentee Ballot Drop-Off Boxes In Virginia: Here's How They'd Work
• Despite Coronavirus Case Increases, DC Mayor Declines To Scale Back Any Activities
• Sing A Song For Racial Justice Every Day With Washington Revels
• DC Police Charge MD Man In February Homicide Case
• Man In Custody Charged In Northwest Fatal Stabbing
• DC Coronavirus Update: 1 New Death, 55 Additional Cases
• Arlington Reports First New Coronavirus Deaths In 20 Days
• Customs Officials Seize Peyote, Other Plants At Dulles Airport
• Nighttime Route 7 Bypass Bridge Work To Cause Delays In Leesburg
• Loudoun Nears Completion Of New Animal Services Facility
• Lidl Plans Store Opening In Lincolnia, Gift Card Giveaways
• Loudoun Residents Can Apply Online For Rent Assistance
• Are Local Pizza Shops Being Burned By National Pepperoni Shortage?
• Landlord Who Discriminated Against Housing Voucher Recipients To Pay $250K Fine

Across America

• Ex-Trump Adviser Steve Bannon Indicted In Fundraising Scheme
• Thousands Flee Sonoma County Wildfires
• Early School Openings Preview Chaotic Fall; Teachers Face Dilemma
• Florida In Crosshairs Of Possible Hurricane
• Coronavirus Life: Consumer Reports Has Tips On How To Make Your Annoying Mask Less So