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

In today's newsletter:

• Could crossing guards return to Annandale High after this crash?
• How much did Annandale rents actually drop this summer?

Also on today's calendar: We are Hiring! Caregivers and Med Techs and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Sunshine, very warm and humid, with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: A thunderstorm in the area, temps: high: 95, low: 73.
• Friday: Hot; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 92 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• DEVELOPING: Teen hit in crash at South Lakes HS, as criticism of crossing guard changes mounts (ffxnow.com) — A recent crash involving a student near Reston's South Lakes High is intensifying pressure on Fairfax County leaders to restore funding for high school crossing guards, including at Annandale High. Officials are weighing whether to use leftover budget funds to bring guards back after earlier cuts, as parents and state legislators warn that student safety is at risk.
   

• Fairfax County apartment rents down slightly compared to summer 2025 (ffxnow.com) — Annandale renters are seeing some relief, with August median prices for one- and two-bedroom apartments down about 6% from last year, even as Fairfax County rents overall remain high. The piece compares Annandale's numbers with nearby communities and national trends, helping you gauge whether it's a good moment to renew, negotiate, or look for a new place locally.
   

📸 Around Annandale

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Annandale

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday September 2
• We are Hiring! Caregivers and Med Techs →
  Sunrise of Fairfax, 9207 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax
  1:00 pm
Sunday September 6
• Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show →
  Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003,
  9:30 am
Tuesday September 8
• Brightview Woodburn's 4 Part Downsizing Series →
  Brightview Woodburn - Senior Assisted Living & Memory Care, 3450 Gallows Rd, Annandale
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday September 2
• James Wallar, Former U.S. Trade Negotiator, To Speak At LLI/NOVA Forum →
  Little River United Church Of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale
  9:30 am
• Girls Varsity Volleyball vs John Champe High School
  Falls Church High School Falls Church High
  7:00 pm
Thursday September 3
• Annandale Farmers Market →
  Mason District Park, 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA, 22003
  8:00 am
• English Conversation Practice (Thursdays) →
  George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale
  2:00 pm
Saturday September 5
• Suicide Loss Support Group (On Line) →
  Haven of Northern Virginia Inc, 4606 Ravensworth Rd, Annandale
  11:00 am
• Learn to Make Wire-Wrapped Jewelry →
  Craft Gallery of Artisans United, 4022 Hummer Rd, Annandale
  11:00 am
Thursday September 10
• Annandale Farmers Market →
  Mason District Park, 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale
  8:00 am
• Fall Classic Pickleball Tournament on Sept 10-13 →
  DTL | Down the Line Sports Center, 4311 Ravensworth Rd, Annandale
  6:00 pm
Friday September 11
• Brain Fitness Time →
  George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale
  2:00 pm

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• Green Hedges School — (703) 938-8323
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• EZ Mobility Company — (703) 436-8883
• Rogers Resolution Services — (703) 997-9301
• Medi-Weightloss Alexandria — (571) 200-6222
• ORS Interactive — (703) 570-1514
• Grapevine Vows — (703) 810-7511

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Annandale. Apply here.
• Constellation Energy posted a job opening for Control Room Operator in Annandale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Annandale here.

🗞 Nearby News

Springfield

• Pioneer football perseveres against private-school power (lehifreepress.com)
• East Springfield Community Newsletter for Monday, Aug. 31 (lookouteugene-springfield.com)
• Honor the Promise's Lyla Kohistany turned survival into service (wearethemighty.com)

Franconia

• FCPS solidifies plan to expand advanced academic programs in all middle schools (ffxnow.com)

Vienna

• Free Bike Rodeo Rolls Into Vienna With Safety Course, Helmet Fittings (patch.com)

Ok Annandale! 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: Don't you 2 start anything (Thank you Mary L. for sending it in!)
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