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And check out 82nd Waterford Fair on the Annandale Patch calendar

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Hi Annandale! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Annandale Terrace made Fairfax County's school traffic danger list.

Also on today's calendar: 82nd Waterford Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a quick morning shower, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 80, low: 70.
  • Sunday: Thunderstorm, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Kiss-and-ride congestion a growing safety concern at Fairfax County schools, report finds (ffxnow.com) — Annandale families should know that Annandale Terrace Elementary is one of nine Fairfax County schools flagged for serious kiss-and-ride congestion and safety risks, prompting calls for urgent fixes. A new Safe Routes to Schools report describes dangerous drop-off behaviors, limited sidewalks, and overburdened staff, and outlines potential changes to traffic patterns, infrastructure, and walking programs to better protect students.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Springfield

  • West Springfield Community Newsletter for Wednesday, Sept. 9 (lookouteugene-springfield.com)
  • Anthony Amos Favors Case-By-Case Development Reviews In Fairfax City Council Bid (patch.com)
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop expands to Franconia, more locations on the way (ffxnow.com)

Falls Church

  • Motorcyclist Critically Injured In Seven Corners Crash: Police (patch.com)
  • 3 Fairfax County Schools Awarded $250K For Security Upgrades (patch.com)

Kingstowne

  • Potbelly Adds Franconia Shop, More Locations Planned: Report (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: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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