Card Skimmers, Gender Protections, Dog-Friendly Town: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia on Thursday. 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.

• Pastor Sentenced For Fraud Targeting Church Members
• Washington Nationals Opening Day: Get Your Tickets Here
• Gender Identity Protections Added To Loudoun Schools Policy
• Top Dog-Friendly Vacation Destination

Va. First Lady Handed Cotton To African-American Children: Report

A woman says the first lady of Virginia, Pam Northam, handed cotton to her African-American child -- and two others -- and asked them to imagine being slaves while touring the governor's mansion, according to a report.

Skimming Devices Found At Exxon: LCSO

Two skimming devices were on gas pumps Sunday afternoon at an Exxon station on Flagstaff Plaza, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. The devices—typically designed to steal customers' debit and credit card numbers—were found on pump numbers 3 and 16.

Bryce Harper Officially Abandons DC For Philly

Well, it was fun while it lasted. But the next time Bryce Harper shows up at Nationals Park, he'll be wearing the jersey of the division rival Philadelphia Phillies.

Get A Pedicure While You Shop For Shoes At DSW

It's a dream shopping combo: D.C.-area shoppers will soon be able to get a new pair of shoes and a pedicure in one place.

Boy Honored For Putting Out Fire In Apartment Building

Seventh-grader Ronal Velasquez didn't think he would put to use the skill of putting out a fire he learned in class. But the George Washington Middle School student was glad he did.

Virginia, DC Have 27 James Beard Semifinalists For 2019

Seven Virginia and 20 Washington, D.C., restaurants and some of their critically acclaimed chefs and bakers are vying for top honors in one of the nation's most respected food competitions.

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Also Worth A Look Today

• Gunfire Erupts Outside Walmart: Police
• Attempted Armed Robbery Caught On Camera
• Founders Row Breaks Ground In Falls Church

• Bald Eagle Eggs Doomed As Justice Returns To DC Nest
• NoVA Weather: Snow, Sleet Coming For Friday Morning Commute
• LinkedIn Job Scam Dupes Man: Police
• Alexandria, DC Water Taxi Service Returns In March
• DC, NoVA Weekend: St. Patrick's Day Parade, Fireworks
• New Metro Trains Could Be Hacked By Foreign Government: Officials
• Man Wanted For Sexual Assault In Springfield Women's Bathroom

Across America

• 90210 Reboot To Include Original Cast
• Luke Perry Suffers Massive Stroke: Report

• Cat May Go To Outer Space For Afterlife
• Phillies To Sign Harper To Historic Deal
• 'No Evil' In Rape, Impregnation Of Teen: Lawmaker

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