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Top VA, DC news includes governor mentioned in kidnapping plot testimony, homeless man tells story, and one of first female Eagle Scouts.

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Patch has 32 sites in communities in northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past week related to the new coronavirus and other topics.

Being Homeless Is 'The Most Horrible Feeling In The World'

For Marcellus Phillips, experiencing homelessness is a terrible feeling.

"Not having your own place, not knowing where you're going to sleep at night, not having any stability at all. It's the most horrible feeling in the world," he said.

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VA Voter Registration Deadline Extended After Online Portal Issue

The deadline for Virginia residents to register to vote has been extended to 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, according to Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring. Voter registration can be done through the Virginia Department of Elections online portal or at your local registrar's office.

VA Governor Credits Lack Of Spread Among Staff To Mask-Wearing

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam was cleared to hold in-person meetings Monday after spending 18 days in isolation due to a positive test for the coronavirus that caused minor symptoms in the governor. Both Northam and his wife — Pamela Northam — tested positive for the coronavirus on Sept. 25, a day after a worker in the governor's mansion received a positive test after showing symptoms.

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Vienna Girl Among First Female Eagle Scouts In U.S.

A Vienna girl is joining the first female Eagle Scouts, the highest rank of the Scouts BSA program after girls became eligible to achieve the Eagle Scout rank in October. Katie Hunter, a Vienna resident, is expected to be among the first female Eagle Scouts inaugurated in February 2021.

'Wig-Wearing' Caterpillars With Venomous Sting Found In Virginia

Don't try picking up a long-haired caterpillar you might see in your backyard in Virginia. They're easy to spot. The caterpillars look like they are wearing a wig.

VA Governor Mentioned As Target In Kidnapping Plot Testimony

Gov. Ralph Northam has been mentioned as a possible target in a federal court hearing on Tuesday for the men accused in a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

2 U.S. Park Police Officers Indicted In Bijan Ghaisar Case

Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano announced Thursday his office secured indictments against two U.S. Park Police officers for the fatal shooting of Bijan Ghaisar, an accountant from McLean.

Rosslyn BID's O2 Space Now Available For Outdoor Working

Rosslyn workers have a new space where they can meet and work safely outdoors. The Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID) opened O2, its new outdoor office workspace on Thursday.

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