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šŸŒ± What neighbors learnedā€”and still fearā€”about Strasburgā€™s massive data center plan.

Strasburg, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Strasburg! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • What neighbors learnedā€”and still fearā€”about Strasburgā€™s massive data center plan.
  • Using Oranda Park and Ride? Your parking spot changes starting Wednesday.
  • How Strasburgā€™s Rams seized first place in Region 2B standings.

Also on today's calendar: 34th Annual Christmas Bazaar at Calvary Covenant Brethren Church and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What word begins with and E and ends with an E and has one letter in the middle? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

ā˜‘ļø Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official Virginia election resources: Find your polling place | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Variable clouds; not as warm, with a high of 66 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 45.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 43 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Question session: At data center open house, new numbers and lingering doubts (nvdaily.com) ā€” Strasburg residents packed a public works open house to question Takanockā€™s proposed Project Tallmadge data center and gas power plant, pressing for details on noise, water use, and tax benefits. Company posters outlined projected revenues for Strasburg and Shenandoah County, job estimates, and a construction timeline through 2030, but many neighbors left unsure what to believe about long-term impacts.
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ā€¢ Oranda Park and Ride Commuters Switch to New Lot Wednesday (thewinchestergazette.com) ā€” Strasburg commuters who use the Oranda Park and Ride will shift Wednesday to a newly built lot with nearly 90 spaces while the original section closes for upgrades. The VDOT project near I-81 will ultimately expand capacity to 131 spaces, add drainage and a crosswalk, and could support future regional bus service through spring 2027.
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ā€¢ Prep roundup: Strasburg football still in first in Region 2B ratings (nvdaily.com) ā€” Strasburgā€™s Rams football team sits atop the Region 2B playoff power ratings, putting the townā€™s high school in strong position for a postseason run. The roundup also notes other regional football standings and a Warren County volleyball loss, but Strasburgā€™s ranking is the headline news for local sports fans.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Join us for the Shenandoah County Sheriffā€™s Office 2026 Fraud Summit on November 7!
    Donā€™t miss this opportunity to learn about fraud schemes affecting our community and gain valuable prevention tips to help protect yourself and yourā€¦ (Nextdoor )
  • Throughout 2026, our Drug Interdiction initiative has continued its efforts to keep our community safe!
    Hereā€™s a look at our year-to-date statistics through September and the work being done throughout the year. Thank you for your continued support asā€¦ (Nextdoor )
  • Dollar General posted a job opening for ASST STORE MGR - 21 and older only - in STEPHENS CITY VA S14892 in Stephens City. Apply here.
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Traveling Retail Merchandiser in Stephens City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Strasburg here.

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  • Art Meets Cinema as Melissa Ichiuji Studio Gallery Launches 'Wet Wednesdays' Film Series in Front Royal (royalexaminer.com)
  • Front Royal Town Council approves ban on data centers (nvdaily.com)
  • Samuels Public Library Announces November Programs, Holiday Activities and Annual Friends Book Sale (royalexaminer.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What word begins with and E and ends with an E and has one letter in the middle?" ā€” Envelope (Thank you Mike C. for sending it in!)
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