Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 51 degrees.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 85, low: 65.
Sunday: A p.m. t-storm possible, with a high of 91 and low of 68 degrees.
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š° News we're reading
⢠JMU women's soccer program welcomes 8 incoming freshmen for 2026 (soccerwire.com) ā James Madison Universityās womenās soccer team has announced eight new freshmen for its 2026 roster, including defender Mackenzie Gathers from Mechanicsvilleās Atlee High School. Coaches praise her calm under pressure, strong passing, and defensive communication, expecting her skills to strengthen the Dukes when they open the season at home against NC State on August 12. Ā Ā Ā
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
ISO: Handyman In search of a handyman for hire to do odds and end jobs like husband type jobs lol. I'm not talking home repairs or electrical/plumbing. I'm looking⦠(Nextdoor Battlefield Green)
Seen any raccoons lately? We havenāt seen raccoons around our home in a long time. Used to see a bunch of the pesky critters. (Nextdoor Pamunkey River Farms)
Carrols Corporation posted a job opening for Team Member in Mechanicsville. Apply here.
SAS Retail Services posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in Mechanicsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mechanicsville here.
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Glen Allen
Glen Allen man hosts charity golf tournament to honor wife lost to Alzheimer's (wtvr.com)
Missing 17-year-old last seen in Glen Allen on Saturday (wtvr.com)
Preparing Your Home for a Successful Inspection and Smooth Sale (calbizjournal.com)
Richmond
Black bear spotted in Richmond's Oregon Hill neighborhood captured (wric.com)
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