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And on the Herndon Patch calendar - Second Saturday Summer Fun Series

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Good morning to you Herndon! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Herndon domestic dispute sparks federal gun case and DOJ scrutiny
  • Why Herndon leaders say a casino was never really on the table
  • How a Richmond court decision keeps Herndon’s current House district lines intact

Also on today's calendar: Second Saturday Summer Fun Series and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Where did the two roofs meet? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 72 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 81, low: 53.
  • Monday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 57 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Feds Charge Woodbridge Man After DOJ Launches Civil Rights Probe Into Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney (patch.com) — Herndon residents may notice a local domestic dispute now at the center of a federal firearms case, after police say a loaded Glock fell during a struggle outside a William Short Circle apartment. The incident, involving a previously convicted felon from Woodbridge, has been taken over by federal prosecutors and is unfolding alongside a high-profile Justice Department civil rights investigation into Fairfax County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office.    

• Comstock: Reston and Herndon never considered for casino development - Comstock: Reston and Herndon never considered for casino development (ffxnow.com) — Herndon officials and developer Comstock both stress that no casino has ever been planned in town, despite recent zoning discussions tied to now-vetoed state legislation. The town’s proposed zoning changes were actually intended to block casinos, while a separate Comstock-owned downtown parcel remains in legal limbo as Herndon seeks to reclaim it. Future casino efforts are now focused on Tysons, not Herndon.    

• Virginia court strikes down Democratic redistricting amendment, jolting 2026 House battle (meaww.com) — Herndon voters are part of a congressional map fight that just took a major turn: Virginia’s Supreme Court has thrown out a voter-approved redistricting amendment backed by Democrats, keeping current House districts in place. The ruling, focused on procedural missteps by lawmakers, means both parties must now recalibrate their 2026 House strategies while Herndon remains in its existing district lines.    


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  • Remembering Herndon's History: Oyster Dinners —Barbara Glakas Read on Patch
  • Does this cat belong to you?
    She showed up under my car a few days ago. She’s Gorg. No chip so I just took her home after checking vs her being in shelter. This is my last… (Nextdoor Bryson At Woodland Park)
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    I have baby stuff to donate. Size newborn diapers, swaddles , etc. I also have similac organic formula Liquid premade and two powder forumlas. (Nextdoor Bryson At Woodland Park)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Herndon. Apply here.
  • Chuck E. Cheese - CEC Entertainment, Inc. posted a job opening for Game Room Attendant - Cast Member in Herndon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Herndon here.

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Ashburn

  • Ashburn Theater Wins $6,000 Virginia State Tourism Grant (patch.com)
  • Loudoun County Teacher Pleads Guilty To Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material (patch.com)
  • Loudoun County Announces 130 Affordable Apartments For Seniors (patch.com)

Ok Herndon! 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: At a shingles bar! (Thank you Yann P. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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