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Oxon Hill, Maryland Patch AM: a 4 min read

Coffee in hand, Oxon Hill? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How could the National Harbor Sphere reshape traffic and taxes in Oxon Hill?
  • Why were critics’ microphones cut during this Joan’s House hearing?

Also on today's calendar: DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival ~ Maryland Edition and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How long is a minute? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official Maryland election resources: Find your polling place | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 63 and low of 36 degrees.
  • Saturday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 63, low: 36.
  • Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New National Harbor Sphere Renderings Renew Traffic Questions Ahead of Financing Vote (ticketnews.com) — A massive 6,000‑seat Sphere venue is proposed next to MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, and county lawmakers will vote October 27 on a financing package that includes tax‑increment funding and a new parking garage. Residents near Oxon Hill Road and Route 210 worry about worsening traffic and question whether projected economic benefits and a proposed community impact fund will truly help neighborhoods beyond the waterfront entertainment district.
   

• Edward Burroughs' preferred nonprofit provides glowing presentation in lieu of pending audit (thebanner.com) — Prince George’s County Council member Edward Burroughs used a meeting, originally billed as an audit review, to showcase positive testimonials about Joan’s House, including praise from an Oxon Hill High School junior in its leadership program. Some council members say their microphones were disabled, limiting scrutiny of Burroughs’ efforts to steer millions in public funds to the nonprofit while an independent audit remains pending.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • The Prince George’s County Drug Policy Coalition, Inc. Celebrates 2026 Scholarship Recipients
    🎓🏆 IN THE NEWS: PGCDPC, INC. CELEBRATES ITS 2026 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS! 🎉👏... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: she has been reunited with her owner
    DOG found without collar on Balmoral. Roaming with another small black dog with collar. I could not get near black dog but this girl is so sweet… (Nextdoor National Harbor)
  • Topgolf posted a job opening for Bar Back in Oxon Hill. Apply here.
  • Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Temple Hills. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oxon Hill here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • 4 Men Charged In Landover Homicides (patch.com)
  • MS-13 Gang Leader On Terrorist Watchlist Arrested In Hyattsville By ICE (patch.com)

Ok Oxon Hill! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How long is a minute?" — It depends what side of the door you are on. (Thank you Richard E. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Oxon Hill

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Oxon Hill

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.