Top news and notes from Northern Virginia and beyond.
5. Arrest at the day care center
A 65-year-old daycare worker in Leesburg was arrested after a witness reported “possible behavior” with an infant last month, authorities said.
4. Inova tests COVID drug
A drug tested on the Inova Health System has been shown to improve clinical outcomes in hospitalized COVID-19 patients who require supplemental oxygen.
3. Windy and cooler
Expect a breezy day and much cooler temperatures, with highs only reaching around 76 degrees. Click here for a detailed forecast by postcode.
2. Record haircut?
Northern Virginia-based Zahab Kamal Khan split 1.5 meters of her hair, possibly a record, at the McLean Community Center last week to help children with hair loss.
1. The watermelon man
He shows up in hot weather and sells oversized watermelons from his white Ford pickup. It can be elusive, but maybe that’s part of the fun. Meet the Watermelon Man.
From the inside to the outside
Historic downtown Manassas will host its 10th annual Bands, Brews and Barbecue Festival on September 4th from 12pm to 6pm. Click here for details.