Monday: An a.m. shower; mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Fentanyl Conspiracy Suspect Set For Plea Hearing In Arlington-Linked Federal Case (patch.com) — Arlington residents are learning more about a major fentanyl trafficking case that grew out of an investigation led by an Arlington County police detective and a search of an apartment on North Veitch Street. Federal authorities say the probe tied local activity to alleged cross-country pill trafficking routed through Reagan National Airport, with suspect William Dion McQueen now set for a pre-indictment plea hearing in Alexandria later this month.
• This Small Virginia City Blends Rich History, Scenic Trails, And A Surprisingly Vibrant Culture Scene (southernliving.com) — If you live in Arlington, this guide doubles as a checklist of nearby gems, from Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon Memorial to Bon Air Park's rose garden and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington. It also maps out local trails, neighborhood parks, and standout spots for coffee, doughnuts, cocktails, and dinners, helping you rediscover your own backyard or plan outings for visiting friends and family.
• Drew Lynch Live Comedy! @Arlington Drafthouse! (arlnow.com) — Arlington comedy fans can catch nationally known comedian Drew Lynch at Arlington Drafthouse with four shows on September 18 and 19, all starting at either 7 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. The listing details age limits, door times, and group seating notes, so you can plan a local night out while tickets remain available.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Our mom has become a hero. And she has quite a fan base. she laid another egg and though she needs a break, she doesn't think so. Two of the black budgies I recently got had… (Nextdoor Clarendon)
ANYONE MISSING A KITTEN? This little cat has been appearing in the bushes between my house and my neighbor's home the past several nights. The kitten is very food motivated,… (Nextdoor AEFCCA & WCA)
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County of Arlington Virginia posted a job opening for Library Assistant in Arlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Clarendon
Arlington's metro stop personalities (and who chooses to live there) (arlnow.com)
Two technicians, one client: new nail business cuts the time in half (arlnow.com)
Arlington's WERA 96.7 is back on air, but it's a 'bare minimum' broadcast (arlnow.com)
Ballston
Solace Outpost opens in Ballston, dethroning El Rey taqueria (arlnow.com)
Annandale Fentanyl Case Leads To 6-Count Federal Indictment (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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