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Chester, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Which 2026 car shows and cruise-ins are coming to Chester?

Also on today's calendar: Friday Power Lunch - Rights, Religion & the Fight for Democracy and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the boss deny a raise to the can of paint? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 72 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 85, low: 62.
  • Sunday: Hot; a p.m. t-storm possible, with a high of 93 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Your guide to 2026 car shows and cruise-ins across Central Virginia (progress-index.com) — Car lovers in Chester can look forward to multiple 2026 car shows and cruise-ins included in a new regional guide covering Central Virginia. The list spans events from Petersburg to Richmond, with some shows tied to festivals, live music, and fundraisers, offering plenty of chances to show off rides or just stroll and admire classic and modern vehicles.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My indoor cat, Cali got out last night and hasn’t come back yet.
    She’s never been outside before and doesn’t have a collar. I’m in an apartment near the Chester Walmart. (Nextdoor Water Tower Communtiy)
  • It was a beautiful day.
    Since mid March Im officially down 20lbs at 280 6'4" . Still have a ways to go but I definitely feel better and blood sugar is good. (Nextdoor Ashton Creek II)
  • YMCA of Greater Richmond posted a job opening for Gym Monitor - Chester YMCA in Chester. Apply here.
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Chester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chester here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Chester! 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: Because he didn't apply himself. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)
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