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Here are some of the share-worthy stories from Virginia and DC Patches to talk about tonight.

NASA Rocket Launch From Wallops Island Could Be Visible Friday

NASA is set to launch a rocket from its Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia on Friday at 7:58 p.m. If skies are clear — and that's a big if for people in the D.C. area — the launch should be visible to people up and down the eastern seaboard.

More Restrictions Could Be Lifted If VA COVID Trends Continue

With some COVID-19 measures set to be relaxed May 15, Gov. Ralph Northam plans to completely lift some measures depending on health and vaccination trends.

Pretty Bird Rescued With Assist From Arlington Firefighters

Arlington County firefighters provided an assist Wednesday afternoon to a county woman whose pet bird had flown the coop.

Libraries Become Fine-Free In July In Prince William County

Prince William Public Libraries will go fine-free starting on July 1, 2021. Patrons will still be responsible for paying for lost or stolen items, but all fines and fees will be removed from accounts after past-due items are returned.

Sexual Battery Charge Filed Against Fair Oaks Hospital Employee

Fairfax County Police detectives have charged a Gainesville man with sexually assaulting a patient at Fair Oaks Hospital, according to a police release.

5 In-Person Days, Limited Virtual School Planned In Fairfax

As Fairfax County Public Schools plans five days of in-person learning for the next school year, a limited virtual option will be available as well.

Also Worth a Look Today

• 2-Cent Real Estate Tax Reduction In Alexandria Approved Budget
• Possible Del Ray Gateway Project Design Concepts To Be Presented
• Locally-Owned Playful Pack Dog Daycare Opening In McLean
• Church Holds 1st Indoor Blood Drive In Centreville Since COVID-19
• Art Place At Fort Totten Adds Onelife Fitness, Salon Suites
• Carroll Foy: I'll Create A Virginia That Leaves No One Behind
• Glass Ceiling On Statewide Offices Remains For Black Women
• McAuliffe Lines Up Hundreds Of Endorsements Ahead Of 2nd Debate
• Car Chase In Stafford County Leads To Arrests: Police
• Rescue Me: Jefferson Is Ready To Be Your New Best Friend
• Donations Help Critical Services For Adults With Disabilities
• Meet The Candidate: James Lewis Jr. For Alexandria City Council
• Meet The Candidate: Justin Wilson For Alexandria Mayor
• Herndon Stars In NextStop Theatre's Online Musical 'First Date'
• Lowest COVID-19 Positivity Rate Posted In Arlington Since October
• Free Flowers Promotion Marks Opening Of New Clarendon Store
• Armed Robbery Under Investigation By Herndon Police
• Mom's Advice: Don't Snoop Where You Don't Belong'
• Pet Of The Week: Perfect Bonded Pair Of Pups Seeks Forever Home

Across America

• Disney World To Require Masks Despite FL Governor Ending Mandates
• Yankees, Mets To Segregate Unvaccinated Fans At Home Games
• FL Wants To Penalize Social Media For Banning Candidates
• 'Karmic Payback' For Retired Circus Elephants Loving Florida Life
• The Love Song Of 17-Year Periodical Cicadas Is Insect Sexy