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Hello Manassas! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did your child's Manassas school score in new state ratings?
  • What led Manassas police to shut down six massage businesses?
  • Try this Manassas cook's cozy chicken taco soup tonight.

Also on today's calendar: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Rain, with a high of 67 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Monday: A morning shower; warmer, temps: high: 77, low: 49.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Manassas Public Schools Improve In VA Assessment, None Earn Highest Rating (patch.com) — Manassas families get a detailed look at how each city school performed in Virginia's latest accountability ratings, including which campuses improved and which still need intensive support. No school reached the top "Distinguished" level, but several moved into "Meets Expectations," and officials will brief the Manassas City School Board on the full results Oct. 13.
   

• Fairfax Resident Among 3 Arrested In Massive Prostitution Bust (patch.com) — Manassas police shut down six massage businesses and arrested three people after a large prostitution and human trafficking investigation dubbed Operation False Front. The multi-agency effort, sparked by a Crime Solvers tip, also identified trafficking victims and led to serious local charges, while authorities urge anyone with information to contact Manassas police or the Crime Solvers tip line.
   

• Crocktober: Chicken Taco Soup for an Easy Weeknight Meal (princewilliamliving.com) — A Manassas home cook shares an easy slow-cooker chicken taco soup that's perfect for busy weeknights and cool Prince William evenings. With no browning step, pantry-friendly ingredients, and customizable toppings, it's designed for minimal effort and maximum comfort. Clear tips on storage, freezing, reheating, and food safety help local families cook confidently.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Has anyone seen this cat?
    we found help for him and now he is missing from the Rick Over Ct area of manassas, thanks (Nextdoor Cavalry Run)
  • Giant Food posted a job opening for PT Clerk - Grocery - 0227 in Manassas. Apply here.
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Part Time Product Demonstrator in Costco in Manassas. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manassas here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Should executions be made public to show the consequences of violent crime? (wjla.com)
  • EXCLUSIVE: CNY Central's Matt Mulcahy interviews President Trump (wjla.com)
  • Third Battle Invitational 2026 (milesplit.com)

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Ok Manassas! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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