Watering Hole Closes, Firehouse Birth, Silver Line: 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.

• Gannett Building Safe After Report Of Man With Weapon
• Hospital Center Honored For Excellence In Women's Care
• Clarendon's Hunan Number One Closing: Reports

Firefighters Deliver Baby In Firehouse: Report

Thanks to a group of firefighters, a baby girl was delivered safely into the world Monday. The baby was born right on an office floor inside the firehouse after her mother got off a bus when she realized she was going into labor.

Man Lives Off Coca-Cola For Five Days After Fall

An elderly man was able to survive five days on a diet of nothing but Coca-Cola after he fell in his home and was unable to get up, according to a report.

Outdoor Market Smorgasburg To Close For A Month: Report

After opening two months ago, the Smorgasburg outdoor food market in Navy Yard will temporarily shut down because of poor attendance, according to a report.

Metro Silver Line Extension Gets Tentative Opening Date

The Silver Line extension for the DC Metro has a new opening date — at least if no more delays happen until that time. Mark your calendars for mid-July 2020, WTOP reported.

Locks For Guns, Meds Aimed At Suicide Prevention

This city has joined an effort to limit access to lethal means for those considering suicide. Free locking medication boxes and firearm trigger or cable locks are being offered to residents.

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