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Virginia Beach, Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning to you Virginia Beach! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did a falling pole spark a frantic Elbow Road dog search?
  • How should Virginia Beach spend $5.8 million in leftover school funds?
  • Meet the Virginia Beach leaders now steering economic growth and planning.

Also on today's calendar: Liberty Tax Job Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 75 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 84, low: 69.
  • Friday: Sunny, very warm and humid, with a high of 85 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dog missing after construction material falls on car in Virginia Beach (wtkr.com) — A Virginia Beach woman was hospitalized after a piece of construction material crashed onto her car along Elbow Road Monday evening, injuring one dog and sending another, a German shepherd named Mikey, fleeing the scene. Neighbors and friends are now combing the area near Elbow Road to find Mikey, while the city and police investigate how the construction pole ended up on the vehicle.
   

2. Virginia Beach school board, city council debate how to spend $5.8M in excess funds (13newsnow.com) — Virginia Beach leaders are wrestling over how to use $5.8 million in leftover school funds, with options including a new payroll system, a cross-country trail, or bolstering employee health care reserves. School Board members want needs prioritized over wants, while City Council members are urging residents to share how they think the money should be spent.
   

3. Faces and Places: October/November 2026 (covabizmag.com) — Virginia Beach residents will see new leadership shaping local economic development and planning, with Emily Archer named director of the city’s economic development department and Kathy Walsh highlighted as planning and community development director. The piece also spotlights numerous Hampton Roads business, nonprofit, and civic leaders, including new roles tied to the Virginia Aquarium and other regional institutions that influence jobs, housing, and community programs.
   

4. Bond granted for man accused in 1986 rape, murder case in Virginia Beach (wavy.com) — A Virginia Beach judge has granted a $100,000 bond to a man accused in a 1986 rape and murder, allowing him to live in Connecticut under GPS monitoring and strict conditions. Prosecutors from the Virginia Beach Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office opposed the decision, and the suspect is barred from contacting the victim’s family as the case proceeds.
   

5. Military Aviation Museum to Host Living History Weekend on October 3 (vintageaviationnews.com) — Virginia Beach’s Military Aviation Museum is hosting its Living History Weekend on October 3, with reenactments, historic vehicles, and vintage warbirds spread across its 130-acre campus. Residents can explore encampments from WWI through the Korean War, enjoy food trucks, and even reserve scenic flights in a 1941 Boeing Stearman, all included with regular museum admission.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Just found this sweet dog wandering around Trent Lake neighborhood near the park.
    Does he belong to anybody? Call me at 310-755-4590 if he is yours (Nextdoor Laurel Cove)
  • Hidden gem behind Bow Creek Rec.
    If you like to walk the old golf course is now walking trails and there will be more I think when the nearby construction is finished. The goldenrod… (Nextdoor Groveland Park)
  • Strategic Support Solutions, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Clerk in Virginia Beach. Apply here.
  • Amentum Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Aircraft Worker, Electronics in Virginia Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Virginia Beach here.

Ok Virginia Beach! 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: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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