'Badass' Mom Dies, World Series Team, 'AGT' Quartet: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia 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.

• Amtrak 2-Day Sale: Half-Off Travel From Virginia, DC In September
• Business Robbed At Gunpoint, Employee Assaulted: Police

Crash Victim Was ‘A True Friend And Powerhouse’

Ammie Cho was many things for many people, friends say — someone who had a deep, profound impact on many lives. Now, friends are giving back to Cho's family after she died in a car accident Aug. 14.

Win $100 Gift Card: Back-To-School Contest In Virginia

Back-to-school shopping can add up, and we want to help defray some of the costs. Patch is giving away a $100 gift card to a store of your choice from Tysons Corner Center.

Loudoun South Advances In 2019 Little League World Series

The Loudoun South Little League Team is moving on in the 2019 Little League World Series after the team beat Barrington, R.I., 3-0, according to reports. Loudoun South played Friday morning after Thursday's games were delayed by rainy weather.

Stations Closed, Additional Trains: Metro Weekend Schedule

There are plenty of things to do and see in the D.C. area this weekend, including DC Brau's Oktoberfest Bash, Cirque du Soleil, and A Garden Party: from Africa to Asia. If you're thinking of taking the Metro on Saturday, Aug. 17 or Sunday, Aug. 18, be aware that six Blue and Yellow Line train stations south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport will be closed.

Hole In The Wall Books, 40-Year Mainstay, To Close

After 40 years in business, Hole in the Wall Books will close its doors for good after August. The store, which sells new and used books, comics, records and more, will have its last day on Aug. 31.

• Women’s Clothing Retailer Closing All 3 Virginia Locations

Jack Evans Threatened DC Officials' Jobs: Report

Former Metro chairman and D.C. Council member Jack Evans threatened the jobs of two top area officials, Metro General Counsel Patricia Y. Lee and board corporate secretary Jennifer Green Ellison, in connection with the high-profile ethics investigation surrounding him, according to a report.

Man Gets 5 Years For Hate Crimes: DOJ

An Arlington man has been sentenced to 60 months in prison for committing a hate crime by threatening employees of the Arab-American Institute, the Department of Justice said.

Military Quartet Heading To ‘America’s Got Talent’ Semifinals

Local singing quarter Voices of Service advanced to the coveted semifinal round of "America's Got Talent" after competing Wednesday night on NBC, according to reports.

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