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Gun Ban On City Property, Confederate Statue Questioned: Patch PM

Black Lives Matter chalk writing removed, dozen rescued from Potomac River, GOP nominee to face Wexton, Metro stations to reopen: Patch PM

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Protesters placed signs on a Confederate monument Friday afternoon calling for the removal of the monument located at the old Fairfax County Courthouse.
Protesters placed signs on a Confederate monument Friday afternoon calling for the removal of the monument located at the old Fairfax County Courthouse. (Mark Hand/Patch)

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

Protesters Call For Removal Of Confederate Monument In Fairfax

As state and local officials make arrangements to remove statues and monuments honoring Confederate leaders in Richmond, some Fairfax residents believe it's time for local officials to remove a monument honoring a Confederate officer from the grounds of the old Fairfax County Courthouse.

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City Of Alexandria Bans Guns On Its Property

Alexandria City Council unanimously voted Saturday to ban guns and ammunition on city property. Beginning on July 1, it will be a Class 1 misdemeanor to possess, carry or transport firearms or ammunition in any city-owned or operated building, park or recreational or community facility as well as special events requiring a permit on public streets, roads, alleys, sidewalks or public right of way.

Republicans Nominate Marine To Oppose Wexton In 10th District

Aliscia Andrews, a political newcomer, won the Republican nomination Saturday to take on Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D) for Virginia's 10th congressional district after defeating three other candidates at the GOP's nominating convention in Winchester. Andrews won the nomination at the party's drive-thru nominating convention at Shenandoah University.

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Arlington Work Crews Remove Chalk Messages About Racial Equality

Dozens of Arlington neighbors and residents have visited the home of Alex and Yavaal Hampton in the Boulevard Manor neighborhood in the last two days.

They were there to show support for the family, whose chalk messages in support of Black Lives Matter and racial equality were erased by Arlington County work crews Friday morning.

Virginia's Coronavirus Positive Rate Reaches New Low: Northam

Gov. Ralph Northam said Monday Virginia has reached a new low in the positive rate of coronavirus tests — 6.5 percent. All of Virginia remains in phase two of Northam's reopening plan as officials monitor increases in new infections in other states. The governor has not confirmed a start date for phase three but released guidelines last week.

As D.C. Enters Phase Two, 38 New Coronavirus Cases Reported

There are 38 additional cases of the new coronavirus in Washington, D.C., according to data reported for Sunday, bringing the District's total number of cases to 10,058.

Drivers Bring Cheer To Fathers At Manassas Senior Facility

Birmingham Green, a senior facility in Manassas, held a drive-thru Father's Day Family Parade Saturday. Friends and family members decorated their vehicles and drove through the campus, honking and waving to the Birmingham Green residents who sat outside for the event.

Metro To Reopen 15 Stations Starting Sunday

Metro users will be able to commute via rail once again starting Sunday, officials announced Monday, as 15 rail stations are set to reopen following coronavirus-related closures.

12 People Rescued From Potomac River Near Georgetown Saturday

Twelve people, including several children, were rescued from a frightening situation on the Potomac River near Georgetown Saturday afternoon. Surging waters cut them off from the safety of shore while they were fishing and picnicking, leaving them stranded on islands.

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