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Hello again Washington! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which DC landmarks are fenced off or changing right now?
  • How a radiologist exodus is affecting veterans' care in DC.

Also on today's calendar: 15 Tips to Save Dozens of Hours each Month using Microsoft Outlook and Gmail and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Michelle G.!

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm in the afternoon, with a high of 98 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Hot; a p.m. t-storm or two, temps: high: 95, low: 72.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as hot, with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Restoration projects across DC spark disruptions and debates (fox5dc.com) — If you're heading to the National Mall, Kennedy Center, or Lafayette Park, expect fences, closures, and construction equipment as restoration and beautification projects continue across Washington. From turf repairs and a drained Reflecting Pool to a crane over the White House and a court fight over East Potomac Golf Links renovations, residents and visitors are navigating both disruptions and long-term improvements.
   

• VA Radiologist Exodus 'Tip of Iceberg' (theimagingwire.com) — Radiologist departures at the VA Washington DC Medical Center are straining care, with four of five full-time radiologists reportedly gone and emergency imaging waits stretching to many hours. The article explains how low pay, heavy workloads, and teleradiology burnout are driving a broader staffing crisis across VA hospitals nationwide, raising concerns for veterans' timely access to critical diagnoses.
   

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📸 National Book Festival - over 80,000 in attendance! —Michelle G. Like

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Georgetown students are in!
    Try it for yourself. Hold the door for someone. Buy a coffee for the person next to you. Say good morning to the next five people you see. Just smile… (Nextdoor Dupont - West End)
  • This pup followed me and my puppies home today I let him in and got him some water cause it's hot.
    He doesn't have a collar and is super friendly. Does anyone know where he lives or who his family is so I can return him? (Nextdoor Anacostia)
  • Athleta, Inc. posted a job opening for UNPOSTED - Retail Sales Associate - M Street - Georgetown in Washington. Apply here.
  • Georgetown University posted a job opening for Assistant Dean for Academic Excellence, Assessment & Outcomes, BSON in Washington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Washington here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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