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In today's newsletter:
- Were you near Fairfax Street during these late-night assaults?
- When Radford women's basketball renews its rivalry at Virginia Tech.
- See why Radford ranks among Virginia's hottest housing markets.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 57 degrees.
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 81, low: 62.
- Thursday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Radford City Police Department seeking information following two assault incidents (wsls.com) — Radford police are asking residents for information after two aggravated assaults were reported late Saturday night and early Sunday on the 1200 block of Fairfax Street. Officers responded twice to fights in progress and are now working to identify everyone involved, urging anyone who saw suspicious people, vehicles, or activity between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. to contact Lt. E. Martin. 
2. Virginia Tech women's basketball unveils 2026-27 non-conference schedule (wsls.com) — Radford women's basketball will visit Virginia Tech's Cassell Coliseum on Monday, Dec. 21, continuing the New River Valley rivalry on a big local stage. The Hokies' 2026-27 non-conference slate features 10 home games, including matchups with Tennessee, App State, and several regional opponents fans may want to see.
3. This NoVA Area Ranked as the No. 2 Hottest Zip Code in the State (northernvirginiamag.com) — Radford ranks as the No. 3 "hottest" ZIP code in Virginia, signaling strong demand and quick home sales compared with most of the state. While the story centers on Gainesville, it still flags Radford's growing real estate appeal for buyers and sellers watching market trends.
4. Jones, Sandra Thompson (nrvnews.com) — Family and friends in Radford are mourning Sandra Leona Thompson Jones, whose granddaughter and great-grandson live here while she spent her later years in Christiansburg. The longtime nurse and devoted Christian is remembered for her kindness, faith, and deep love for family, with her memorial services being held privately at the family's request.
📸 Around Radford
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Radford
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- Tick Prevention & Awareness →
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6:30 pm - High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley →
Radford, VA Calendar Radford, VA 24141
2:00 pm - ReNew the New →
Radford, VA Calendar Radford, VA 24141
8:30 am - CANCELED - Red Cross Blood Drive →
Radford, VA Calendar, 30 W Main St., Radford
1:00 pm - Family Book Club: The Eyes and the Impossible →
Radford, VA Calendar, 30 W. Main St, Radford
6:30 pm - CPMT Meeting →
Radford, VA Calendar Radford, VA 24141
8:30 am - EDA Meeting →
Radford, VA Calendar, City Council Chambers, Radford
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🗓 Events Nearby
- MC Eggs & Issues: Federal Reserve Update - August 2026
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Warm Hearth Village 2387 Warm Hearth Dr. Blacksburg, VA 24060
8:00 am - Grief Support Group
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 2387 Warm Hearth Drive Blacksburg, VA 24060
11:00 am - MC Ribbon Cutting: Parmer & Sons →
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 37 W Main St, Christiansburg, VA
12:00 pm - MC Business Resource Committee 2026
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 210 Laurel St NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
3:00 pm - MC Ribbon Cutting: Commonwealth Senior Living →
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 201 Wheatland Ct NE, Christiansburg, VA
4:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Constellis Holdings, LLC posted a job opening for Fire Inspector in Radford. Apply here.
- New River Valley Community Services posted a job opening for Direct Service Professional - New Life in Radford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Radford here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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