Drive Sober; Holiday Markets, Parades, Bar Crawl: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Wednesday. 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.

• Police Participating In 'Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over' Campaign
• Candy Cane Bar Crawl, Holiday Markets: Upcoming Events In Del Ray
• Holiday Shops To Help Struggling Fairfax Co. Families Get Gifts
• Herndon's First German 'Wintermarkt' Happening Dec. 14
• Leesburg Christmas & Holiday Parade 2019: Parade Route, Schedule
• Purcellville Christmas Parade 2019: Parade Route, Schedule

Virginia's Largest Solar Initiative Announced In Fairfax County

Fairfax County has announced contracts for the installation of solar panels on county property, making it the largest solar initiative in the state.

Nestlé To Fund $200K In Child Care Scholarships

Nestlé USA will fund $200,000 in child care scholarships to ensure safe, affordable care for children living in the lowest income Arlington families, according to the Arlington Community Foundation.

Bridge Work Near Metro Causing Houses To Shake: Report

The Vaden Drive bridge closure and reconstruction over Interstate 66 isn't just causing traffic disruptions, according to a new media report. Residents in the area claim the demolition of the Vaden Drive bridge is causing houses to shake.

Design Within Reach Opens Its First Outlet Store In DC Area

Design Within Reach, a modern furniture store, is holding a grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 14 at its first outlet store in the Washington, D.C. area.

Prince William Votes To Become Second Amendment Sanctuary

The Prince William County board of supervisors voted Tuesday to make the county a so-called Second Amendment Sanctuary, following the lead of dozens of other counties and towns in Virginia that have passed similar resolutions. The 6-2 Republican majority approved the resolution down party lines after hours of public comment.

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