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Today's riddle: What do you call a belt made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• WCU Concert on the Quad Celebrates Jazz, America250 and Fall Spirit (mychesco.com) — West Chester University is inviting the community to a free Concert on the Quad on Friday, Sept. 11, featuring the Symphony Orchestra, Criterions Jazz Ensemble, and Golden Rams Marching Band. The evening celebrates America250, 100 years of jazz at WCU, and the first home football weekend, with accessibility features, therapy dogs, and family‑friendly activities. Bring chairs, blankets, and snacks to the Main Hall Quad.
• Campus note for Aug. 30, 2026 (delcotimes.com) — Several West Chester students are being recognized for earning degrees from the University of Rhode Island and University of Maryland Global Campus, including graduates in communication, public relations, accounting, and other fields. These achievements showcase local residents reaching important academic milestones beyond Pennsylvania. Families and neighbors may spot familiar names and celebrate these new college graduates from right here in West Chester.
• Save money and gas with a used hybrid vehicle. Here are some picks from Edmunds (delcotimes.com) — Tucked among national consumer stories is a note that a new co-op grocery market has opened in West Chester, adding another local option for residents looking to shop closer to home. The main article itself focuses on how used hybrid vehicles from brands like Toyota, Honda, and Lexus can save drivers money on fuel and purchase price.
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