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On the weekend, we present a review of the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Invasive Jumping Worms Spreading Across US, Including In VA

Asian jumping worms, an invasive, soil nutrient-gobbling earthworm that can leap a foot in the air, are moving rapidly across the country, with sightings in 38 states, including Virginia.

Brendan Banfield's Attorneys Want Verdict Set Aside In Au Pair Affair Case

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Attorneys for Brendan Banfield, who was guilty of killing his wife and another man in a scheme involving his former au pair lover, have filed a motion to set aside the verdict just days before his sentencing.

Spanberger's First 100 Days As VA Governor: Here’s What She's Done So Far

Abigail Spanberger recently surpassed a new milestone: her 100th day as Virginia's governor. Spanberger was sworn in as Virginia's first female governor on Jan. 17, succeeding two-term Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin.

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2 MD Residents Face Felony Drug Charges After Bust At NoVA Airport

Two Baltimore residents are facing felony narcotics charges after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted 57 pounds of marijuana in their checked luggage at Washington Dulles International Airport on April 16.

Old Glory DC Professional Rugby Team Debuts At George Mason Stadium In Fairfax

Professional rugby made its official debut in Fairfax on Sunday, as local officials and team owners gathered at George Mason University’s stadium for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome Old Glory DC to its new home.

TX Man Charged With Trespassing At CIA Headquarters In NoVA After Repeated Entry Attempts

A Texas man is facing federal charges after allegedly attempting to drive into CIA Headquarters multiple times in one week, according to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Amazon Layoffs Take Effect Across Northern Virginia

Amazon has laid off 691 Northern Virginia residents as of April 27, completing a process that was announced at the beginning of this year. The layoffs affect facilities in five locations in Fairfax, Franconia, Lorton, Alexandria and Falls Church.

Kid Rock, Pete Hegseth Take Apache Joyride Over VA, MD From Fort Belvoir

Musician and White House favorite Kid Rock took a helicopter ride with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth this week, Hegseth confirmed on social media. The unusual ride on Monday originated from the same army base as the helicopter training flight that collided with a commercial airliner in January.

Loudoun County Substitute Teacher Had 'Kill List': Report

Loudoun County Sheriff Michael Chapman gave an update on the arrest of a 19-year-old substitute teacher in the county earlier this month, saying the teacher had a “kill list” and planned to “shoot up the school."

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among VA Young People

A new study showing deaths from rectal cancer are rising sharply among younger adults in their 30s and 40s — a troubling trend that researchers in a recent study say is not fully understood — is an important reminder for Pennsylvanians to include screening in their regular checkups.

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