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Hi there, Merrifield! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala at The Tower Club Tysons
  • Boys Varsity Volleyball vs Fairfax High School at Carter G. Woodson High
  • Girls Freshman Volleyball vs Hayfield High School at Falls Church High

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 65 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 72, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Pleasantly warm with sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 50 degrees.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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