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You won't want to miss Celebrate Purcellville on the Ashburn Patch calendar

Good morning to you Ashburn! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- County survey asks Ashburn residents how well they know invasive plants
- Jayden Daniels returns in Ashburn as Commanders brace for Giants.
- Why Ashburn traffic is central to a looming Atlantic data crunch.
Also on today's calendar: Celebrate Purcellville and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: High clouds and nice, with a high of 76 and low of 49 degrees.
- Saturday: Sun through high clouds, temps: high: 72, low: 57.
- Sunday: Rain, with a high of 64 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Take Loudoun County's Invasive Plant Species Knowledge Survey (patch.com) — Ashburn and other Loudoun County residents are being asked to share what they know about invasive plants in a new county survey open through Nov. 27. The results will guide local outreach, connect residents with resources, and complement programs like master gardener site visits and native tree exchanges aimed at replacing invasive species on area properties.
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• NFL looks for some help from Supreme Court (altoonamirror.com) — From Ashburn, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is set to return for Sunday's NFC East matchup, though top receivers Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs are questionable with hamstring injuries. The piece also notes the NFL's push for the Supreme Court to clarify who regulates prediction markets, which heavily feature wagers tied to league games.
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• 'This is the crunch' – EXA builds again as Atlantic capacity runs short (rcrwireless.com) — Ashburn's data centers are highlighted as a key launch point for internet traffic headed to Europe as a major network operator races to add new transatlantic capacity. EXA Infrastructure says surging AI and financial-services demand is straining existing cables, and its new Meridian system will help move massive volumes of data from hubs like Ashburn to cities across Europe.
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📸 Around Ashburn
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ashburn
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★ Featured events ★
- Celebrate Purcellville →
Purcellville
9:00 am - Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala →
The Tower Club Tysons, 8000 Towers Crescent Dr, Vienna
7:00 pm - Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo →
10:00 am - Comedy for a Cause: Supporting Our Veterans One Laugh at a Time →
Compass & Anchor Club, 401 W Holly Ave, Sterling
5:00 pm
Saturday October 10
Thursday October 15
Saturday November 7
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Other local events
- Pancake Breakfast & Halloween Fun at Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue! →
43765 Ashburn Volunteer Plz, Ashburn, VA
8:00 am - SUNDAY RECHARGE: Give Yourself 21 Minutes →
Ashburn Library, 43316 Hay Rd, Ashburn
10:00 am - Ghost Doctors' Columbus Day Wknd UFO Adventure At The Smithsonian Air and Space Udvar-Hazy Center! →
14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly
3:15 pm - JLNV Community Grant Program →
Virtual
10:30 am - Cash-Flow Breakfast Club Loudoun VA: Multifamily & Commercial Masterclass! →
20116 Ashbrook Pl, Ashburn
5:45 pm - 7th Annual Live4Lane Memorial 5K & Resource Fair →
Lowes Island Community Center, 47620 Saulty Dr, Sterling
8:00 am - 7th Annual Live4Lane Memorial 5K →
Lowes Island Community Center, 47620 Saulty Dr, Sterling
8:00 am - Fall Festival by Joshua's Hands →
Historic Walnut Creek Farm, 39550 Meadowlark Dr, Hamilton
10:00 am
Sunday October 11
Monday October 12
Tuesday October 13
Saturday October 17
📣 Ashburn Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Our little guy, Tito!
Don't be fooled by this expression…he's totally spoiled and a real con artist in getting treats! (Nextdoor Loudoun Valley II) - ATTENTION!!!!!
I lost my cat MJ he is extremely friendly and will come up to you if you call his name. Been missing since 10/6/2026. Please call me at 732-666-2018… (Nextdoor Loudoun Valley Estates)
- Cubic Corporation posted a job opening for Technical Training & Curriculum Specialist in Ashburn. Apply here.
- Arch Amenities Group posted a job opening for Tennis Instructor in Ashburn. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ashburn here.
🗞 Nearby News
Sterling
- FOIA records detail Secret Service failing to detect a golfer's gun at Trump club (washingtontimes.com)
- Tar Heels Gain First 2028 Verbal From Virginia State Champ Maya McCarney (swimmingworldmagazine.com)
- Is Collecting Social Security Immoral? - EPautos (ericpetersautos.com)
Herndon
- When Should You Consider Physical Therapy in Herndon, VA? (wordpress.com)
- Aventra Raises $17.5M to Put Balloon-Launched Piranha Into Production (thedefensepost.com)
Reston
- Affordable Housing Towers Proposed By Greensboro Metro: Report (patch.com)
- Graze Craze Charcuterie Shop Coming To Great Falls: Report (patch.com)
Ok Ashburn! 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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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