Hi Goochland! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Goochland’s next matchup could reshape the Central Virginia football race
Also on today's calendar: Economic Development Authority Meeting and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do they sing at a snowman's Birthday party? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 43 degrees.
- Wednesday: Intervals of clouds and sun, temps: high: 69, low: 45.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 74 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• What we learned from Week 9 of the Central Virginia high school football season (dailyprogress.com) — Goochland High’s football team fell 28-19 to Monticello but quickly turns around to host Fluvanna County on Oct. 30, keeping local fans focused on a key late-season matchup. The roundup also tracks how nearby Central Virginia teams, including Western Albemarle and Louisa, are shaping the regional playoff picture.

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Other local events
Tuesday October 27
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Genre Book Club
Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch
6:30 pm
Wednesday October 28
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Economic Development Authority Meeting →
Goochland County Business Center Conference Room, 2931 River Road West, Goochland
5:30 pm
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RVA Fitness Warrior (Free exercise class) @The Oak Avenue Complex
Mills E. Godwin High, 15 S Oak Ave, Highland Springs
6:00 pm
Thursday October 29
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Strategic Plan Community Engagement - District 3 & 4 →
Goochland County, VA Calendar, Goochland Middle School 3250 River Road West, Goochland
6:00 pm
Friday October 30
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Ashland Bridge Club
Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch
1:00 pm
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Trick or Treat at Admin →
Goochland Administration Building, 1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
3:30 pm
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A Murder Mystery Adventure →
The Estate at River Run, 2421 River Road West, Maidens
6:45 pm
Saturday October 31
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Early Voting for the November 3, 2026, General Election Open →
1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
9:00 am
Monday November 2
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Family Movie Night & Strategic Plan Community Engagement Session →
Goochland County, VA Calendar, 1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
5:30 pm
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Community Meeting - John & Susan Hakala - 2505 Hadensville Fife Road →
Goochland County, VA Calendar, 2505 Hadensville Fife Road, Goochland
6:00 pm
Tuesday November 3
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Polls Open for General Election →
Goochland County, VA Calendar
Goochland, VA 23063
6:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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Aimbridge Hospitality posted a job opening for Extended Stay America Richmond - Glen Allen - Short Pump - Housekeeper in Glen Allen. Apply here.
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Food Lion posted a job opening for FT Customer Service Leader in Glen Allen. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Goochland here.
🗞 Nearby News
Powhatan
- ‘Why now?' Powhatan residents to vote ‘yes' or ‘no' on 1% sales tax for schools (wric.com)
- Powhatan man dead after hitting deer with motorcycle (richmond.com)
- The Agenda: Local government briefs for 10.26.26 (richmondbizsense.com)
Short Pump
- Christmas Light Installation in Richmond, VA: Costs, Timing & What to Expect (blogspot.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do they sing at a snowman's Birthday party?" — Freeze a jolly good fellow (Thank you Terri P. for sending it in!)
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