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

In today's newsletter:

  • High-paying TS/SCI tech role now open in Herndon
  • Herndon's Finch AI lands Air Force contract on foreign influence
  • Will this Herndon play change how you think about school shootings?

Also on today's calendar: Herndon Friends Meeting Used Bike Collection and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A brief shower or two, with a high of 65 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy, temps: high: 68, low: 60.
  • Tuesday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Audio Visual Programmer Analyst (Experienced, Senior or Lead) at Boeing (boeing.com) — Boeing is hiring an Audio Visual Programmer Analyst to work onsite in Herndon, offering six-figure salary ranges and a comprehensive benefits package. The role supports Boeing Defense, Space & Security and requires an active TS/SCI clearance plus strong programming and A/V integration skills. Applications are open through October 9, giving qualified local professionals time to apply.
   

• S23 Holdings Adding 414 Jobs in Virginia and SpaceX Lands $946M NASA Contract Mod (clearancejobs.com) — A Herndon-based company, Finch AI, has secured an Air Force STTR Phase I contract to use artificial intelligence for spotting foreign influence risks in U.S. industrial supply chains. The project, which began in June, analyzes massive text datasets to uncover hidden relationships that could threaten national security. This recognition underscores Herndon's growing role in defense and AI innovation.
   

• 'The Second-Best School Shooting' is movingly real and raw at NextStop (dctheaterarts.org) — NextStop Theatre in Herndon is staging the U.S. premiere of the dark comedy The Second-Best School Shooting through October 11, offering a raw, intimate look at teen survivors processing trauma and social media attention. The review praises the powerful performances, inventive staging, and thought-provoking message about gun violence, while noting strong language, gunshot sounds, and post-show talkbacks on select dates.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • FOUND!
    Our sweet girl came home last night at 4:30 in the morning. Thanks to everyone for your great suggestions and kind well wishes. (Nextdoor Potomac Fairways)
  • Sheetz, Inc. posted a job opening for Cleaning Team Member - #726 in Herndon. Apply here.
  • Peraton Corporation posted a job opening for External Senior Proposal Manager in Herndon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Herndon here.

🗞 Nearby News

Reston

  • Reston Library works to address safety concerns (fairfaxtimes.com)
  • Leidos Wins $9.9M Air Force Contract for Medusa Counter-Drone System Integration (envzone.com)

Great Falls

  • Poll: The best lunch spot in Fairfax County (ffxnow.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: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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