Nats Watch Parties, Dining Scores, Marine Marathon: 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.

• Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: 13 Violations At 2 Places
• Ashburn Restaurant Inspections: 25 Violations At 2 Locations
• Leesburg Restaurant Inspections: 25 Violations At 2 Locations

Marine Corps Marathon: Here's Everything You Need To Know

From race times to road closures to weather, here's everything you need to know about Sunday's Marine Corps Marathon.

As Real ID Deadline Approaches Virginia DMV Increases Staff

Virginians have until Oct. 1, 2020 to acquire a Real ID-compliant driver's license or ID if they would like to travel by plane or access certain federal facilities. As the deadline approaches, the Virginia DMV has increased staffing at customer service centers.

Suspect Sketch Released After Minor Nearly Abducted

Police released a suspect sketch after a man tried to abduct a juvenile in Annandale on Oct. 13. As

Alec Baldwin Stresses Importance Of Election During NoVA Visit

Actor Alec Baldwin made stops in Northern Virginia Tuesday to campaign for Virginia's Democratic Senate and House of Delegates candidates and stress to voters the importance of the upcoming Nov. 5 election.

4DX Theater Now Open Is First Of Its Type In Northern Virginia

NoVA moviegoers have a new option to experience films with the opening of a 4DX theater at Regal Fox in Brambleton Town Center. The theater is the first 4DX location in Northern Virginia.

Nationals Vs. Astros, World Series Game 2: What You Need To Know

The Washington Nationals stunned the favored Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series Tuesday night, winning 5-4 on the strength of a three-RBI night from Juan Soto. Game 2 begins Wednesday night in Houston before the series shifts to D.C. for games 3-5.

• Where To Watch The World Series Around Vienna
• Where To Watch The World Series Around McLean
• Where To Watch The World Series, Specials Around Alexandria

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