Free Pop-Up Arcade, Census Scammer, Puppy Bowl Star: News Nearby

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

• Free Pop-Up Arcade Opening This Weekend At Tysons Corner Center
• Beware Of Scammers Posing As 2020 Census Takers: Police
• Man Parks Truck With Replica Machine Gun, Rings Doorbell: Report
• Bill To Allow Physician-Assisted Suicide Sparks Debate

Mayor Bowser Endorses Bloomberg, Joins Campaign Leadership

Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg picked up an endorsement and campaign ally, while visiting D.C. Thursday — Mayor Muriel Bowser endorsed Bloomberg for president.

2nd NoVA Coronavirus Patient Awaits Test Results

While a student at George Mason University awaits word on whether he has the new coronavirus, a second northern Virginia patient is being tested, the Virginia Department of Health said on Thursday.

DC, NoVA Weekend: Chocolate Lovers Festival, Super Bowl Parties

The first weekend of February brings plenty of things to do in DC and Northern Virginia. From Super Bowl watch parties to a weekend-long chocolate festival, there's something for everyone.

Alexandria Dog Rescue Featured In 2020 Puppy Bowl

If the watching Super Bowl isn't your thing, the Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet provides a "pawsome" alternative earlier in the day. The Puppy Bowl features dogs from shelters and rescue groups like Alexandria-based dog rescue Operation Paws for Homes. The rescue group is holding a watch party Sunday, Feb. 2.

Restaurant To Close After Super Bowl Weekend

Charlie's on the Avenue, a restaurant from the owners of Live Oak, will close after Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 2, the owners announced.

Pit Bull Rescue Group Holds Fundraiser To Cover Dog's Surgery

Bully Paws Pit Bull Patriots Inc., a pit bull rescue group in Fredericksburg, is holding a fundraising campaign for a dog named Puck who needs orthopedic surgery that will cost $6,000.

70 Mistreated Dogs Removed From Fauquier Property: Police

An animal cruelty investigation led Fauquier County Animal Control deputies to a property Tuesday where they found more than 70 dogs suffering from neglect, without access to food and water, and the bodies of several dead animals, authorities said.

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