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Williamsburg, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello again Williamsburg! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could this Williamsburg respite program ease stress for your family?
  • How one midnight trail trek boosted Williamsburg House of Mercy’s mission
  • What this Colonial Williamsburg leadership shake-up means for locals

Today's riddle: What has 3 feet, but can not walk... 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 64, low: 46.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Respite Care ‘life-changing': Program offers social support where it's needed (dailypress.com) — Families in Williamsburg caring for loved ones with dementia can access weekday Respite Care at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, offering structured social activities and crucial breaks for caregivers. The long-running nonprofit serves mostly Williamsburg-area residents, keeps daily fees relatively affordable, and still has open spaces and volunteer opportunities for locals seeking support or ways to help.
   

• One Day, One Trail, One Cause: Local Man Completes Virginia Capital Trail Trek (wydaily.com) — A local resident’s 52-mile walk along the Virginia Capital Trail has raised more than $14,000 for Williamsburg House of Mercy, which supports people in need across Greater Williamsburg. The annual “Pilgrimage to Serve” trek, ending at Billsburg Brewery, has grown from a solo challenge into a small community event, with plans already underway for 2027.
   

• Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Board of Trustees names new chair (pilotonline.com) — Leadership at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is shifting, with longtime board member Conrad M. Hall elected chair and Carly Fiorina moving into the CEO and president role as the foundation enters its second century. Based in Williamsburg and central to local tourism and history, the organization is positioning itself for America’s 250th anniversary with an expanded board and a focus on civic engagement and education.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This cat got away at the check in office at Jellystone Campground on Newman Rd.
    and ran behind the maintenance shed. Please keep a look out and contact me at 757-784-4584 if you see him. Please check your house cameras as well… (Nextdoor Quarterpath)
  • Huge shout out to the Laurel Lane Elementary School PTA.
    You all have gone above and beyond for Staff Appreciation Week. Thank you for all of your efforts and hard work. I feel valued and appreciated. You… (Nextdoor Hickory Signpost Road)
  • Great Wolf Lodge posted a job opening for Room Attendant (Housekeeping) in Williamsburg. Apply here.
  • The Fresh Market posted a job opening for Produce Team Member in Williamsburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Williamsburg here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A yard Stick... (Thank you Dan S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Williamsburg

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.