Good morning Drakes Branch! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
Coming up on the calendar:
Little Ones Storytime @ Main Library in CCH at Charlotte County Library
Randolph-Henry Statesmen vs Central Senior High Of Lunenburg Chargers
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Rural Virginia communities face real and lingering consequences from labor and delivery unit closures (cvilletomorrow.org)
9 Charming Virginia Train Stations That Have Been Turned Into Something Completely Different (myfamilytravels.com)
Halifax
Senator Kaine discusses workforce development ideas with Halifax County leaders (wfxrtv.com)
Lady Lions open home season against Central (yourgv.com)
Ok Drakes Branch! 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 jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!