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Coffee in hand, Penhook? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

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Coming up on the calendar:

  • Trampled By Turtles at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake
  • Rock-A-Bye Reader
  • Fall Rodeo at Wind Vineyards SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE at Wind Vineyards at Smith Mountain Lake

... and check out 3 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 74, low: 52.
  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 67 and low of 56 degrees.

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  • I've posted this before but can't find it so I'll try again.
    Does anyone know of a small 1 or 2 man logging crew that would be interested in cutting 20 to 30 good sized trees. (Nextdoor Penhook)
  • Looking to hire someone with experience either full time or part time.
    If you know anyone or are interested please reach out. 540-309-6744 (Nextdoor Penhook)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Closing Team Members-Food Service/ Food Prep in Rocky Mount. Apply here.
  • Atlantic Coast Toyotalift posted a job opening for Parts Coordinator in Rocky Mount. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Penhook here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Circa 1813 cabin donated to Pittsylvania Historical Society by fifth-generation owner (newsadvance.com)

Ok Penhook! 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 is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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