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🌱 Patch AM: Victoria food pantry that’s fed neighbors since 2009 is about to close
Happening soon: In Abundance Events: Dennis Swanberg Comedy Show on the Victoria Patch calendar
Hello Victoria! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Victoria food pantry that's fed neighbors since 2009 is about to close
- How did Victoria West and the Gators fare under Friday night lights?
- Which Victoria restaurants just aced — or failed — health inspections?
Also on today's calendar: Tax Planning for Success and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 95 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 71.
- Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 93 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Rushing Wind Fellowship food pantry to close (crossroadstoday.com) — A long-running Victoria food pantry operated by Rushing Wind Fellowship is preparing to shut down, which could leave many local families without a familiar source of groceries and support. Rising costs, falling donations, and the landlord's new project are forcing the closure, though organizers say they might relocate if a new space and community backing emerge soon. 
2. 2026 Crossroads Football Live scores: Week 5 (crossroadstoday.com) — Victoria fans can track how their hometown teams are doing in real time, with the Victoria West Warriors trailing Fort Bend Marshall at halftime and the Victoria Gators already notching a big win. The roundup also includes scores from nearby Crossroads programs like Edna, Cuero, and Shiner, helping you follow district rivals and regional contenders as Week 5 unfolds.
3. Victoria Area Restaurant Inspections: Latest Health Department Scores and Violations (victoriaadvocate.com) — Recent health inspections show how Victoria restaurants and food businesses are performing on safety, with many earning perfect scores and a few flagged for issues like expired food, temperature problems, and sanitation lapses. Residents can see which Victoria spots, from fast food to school cafeterias, had violations and which passed cleanly, helping you make more informed dining choices.
4. Victoria Symphony League celebrates patriotism at annual luncheon and style show (crossroadstoday.com) — A patriotic-themed luncheon and style show recently brought Victoria residents together to support the Victoria Symphony League's arts mission. With red, white, and blue décor nodding to the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary, guests enjoyed fashion and music while helping fund local symphony programs that benefit the community's cultural life.
📸 Around Victoria
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Victoria
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★ Featured events ★
- In Abundance Events: Dennis Swanberg Comedy Show →
Lawrence Haven The Venue, 1307 Sam Houston Dr, Victoria
6:00 pm
Friday October 2
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Other local events
- True Crime Book Club →
Victoria Public Library, 302 N. Main Street, Victoria
6:00 pm - Baby Hour: Pages to Play →
Victoria Public Library, 302 N. Main Street, Victoria
10:00 am - Volleyball - JV Girls @ St. Joseph High School-Victoria →
St. Joseph HIgh School-Victoria, 110 E. Red River St., Victoria
5:00 pm - VPL Talks: The Natives of the Coastal Bend Region →
Victoria Public Library, 302 N. Main Street, Victoria
5:30 pm - Volleyball - Varsity Girls @ St. Joseph High School-Victoria →
St. Joseph HIgh School-Victoria, 110 E. Red River St., Victoria
6:00 pm - The Life of the Party: Film Screening and Discussion →
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 North Main Street, Victoria - Tax Planning for Success →
1:00 pm - You Ought to Know: Sourdough Baking with Down South Daisy →
Victoria Public Library, 302 N. Main Street, Victoria
5:30 pm - Arthritis Seminar →
110 Medical Drive, Victoria - South Texas Deer Camp →
Victoria Community Center, 2905 East North St., Victoria - A.S.G. & Megan Chapa LIVE @ DODGE CITY SALOON →
Dodge City Saloon, 205 N STAR DR H, Victoria
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
📣 Victoria Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I want to warn everyone, today I recv'd a call which appeared in caller ID as Victoria County Sheriffs Department, well, it sounded and they're very convincing that you have missed a court appearance as a witness and are now in contempt and facing
federal charges! DO NOT FALL FOR IT, , if there's a warrant they'll come get you! ITS A SCAM , I refused to use their method of payment to avoid… (Nextdoor Castle Hills) - Any recommendations of affordable concrete slab repair?
My back patio slab is uneven and cracked. Thanks! (Nextdoor Airline)
- Buffalo Wild Wings posted a job opening for Server in Victoria. Apply here.
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Library Assistant 1 in Victoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Victoria here.
Ok Victoria! 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: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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