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Also on today's calendar: Goochland Fire-Rescue Show and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Plans submitted to revive Goochland subdivision that was first proposed two decades ago (richmondbizsense.com) — A long-delayed 45-lot subdivision called Rose Retreat in central Goochland County is moving forward again after supervisors approved a key proffer change, with a new development plan now under county review. Two more projects, Serenity Trail in Maidens and Tuckahoe West on Manakin Road, are also advancing, signaling more large-lot residential growth and potential traffic and infrastructure impacts for Goochland residents.
2. MID - ATLANTIC: From Discovery To Production (siteselection.com) — Goochland County is set to host a new $5 billion Eli Lilly manufacturing facility just west of Richmond, bringing more than 650 high-paying jobs in pharmaceutical production and lab work. The project is part of over $15.5 billion in Mid-Atlantic life sciences investments, positioning Goochland as a key player in Virginia's growing advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing corridor and expanding career options for local residents.
3. LHS teacher named finalist for National Civics Teacher of the Year Award (valdostadailytimes.com) — Goochland residents can cheer on Rachel Morrison of Goochland High School, who has been named a finalist for the Bill of Rights Institute's National Civics Teacher of the Year Award. She's one of several standout civics educators nationwide honored with a $1,000 prize, with the overall $5,000 winner to be announced in October, spotlighting strong civics teaching happening right in Goochland.
4. Powhatan Home Meet 2026 - Boys Results (Raw) (milesplit.com) — Goochland High School's boys cross-country team placed third at the Powhatan Home Meet, led by Taylor Hamner and a tight pack of Bulldog finishers in the 20–23 minute range. Powhatan won the team title over Manchester, but Goochland's full squad and one exhibition runner logged solid early-season times that local families and teammates will want to track.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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