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Big Island, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good day Big Island! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Discover the easy James River walk hiding in Big Island

Also on today's calendar: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a fish with 3 eyes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 80, low: 67.
  • Wednesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 10 Easy Hiking Trails In Virginia That Feel Made For A June Morning (everafterinthewoods.com) — One of the featured easy June hikes is the James River Trail at the Blue Ridge Parkway’s James River Visitor Center in Big Island, offering a flat, mile-long walk along Virginia’s oldest river and historic canal remains. The broader guide highlights other beginner-friendly trails across the state, but this Big Island spot stands out for its peaceful river views, wildlife sightings, and cool, misty early mornings.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Forest. Apply here.
  • Huddle House, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Forest. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Big Island here.

🗞 Nearby News

Forest

  • Should you take a buyout at work? (wfxrtv.com)
  • Once an idol, always an idealist: How interpreters tackle Jefferson, flaws and all (starexponent.com)

Lynchburg

  • Construction begins on phase 3 of Miller's Rest affordable apartments in Lynchburg (wset.com)
  • Green Thumb General Manager in Lynchburg, VA (syracuse.com)
  • Showers & Storms Return to the Forecast Sunday (wsls.com)

Ok Big Island! 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: A fiiish! (Thank you Ernie B. for sending it in!)
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