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Coffee in hand, Greenbelt? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What this court ruling means for FBI jobs coming to Greenbelt
- Which Greenbelt shop sold this $50,000 Powerball ticket?
- How a former NASA test site became protected woods near Greenbelt
Also on today's calendar: Beyond Basics Homeschool Tutorial and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 87 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 90, low: 70.
- Thursday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Greenbelt back as next home for FBI, after court rejects 'unlawful' plan to stay in DC (marylandmatters.org) — A federal judge has reinstated Greenbelt as the chosen site for the new FBI headquarters, blocking a Trump administration attempt to keep the agency in downtown D.C. The ruling restores hundreds of millions in project funding and positions Greenbelt and Prince George's County for thousands of jobs and billions in projected economic impact. 
2. Lanham Jackpot Chaser Takes Home $50,000 Powerball Prize (mdlottery.com) — A Lanham woman's $50,000 Powerball win is closely tied to Greenbelt, where she stopped at Greenway Liquors on Greenbelt Road for quick-pick tickets while heading to the Greenbelt Safeway. Days later she discovered she'd matched four white balls plus the Powerball, confirmed the prize at another retailer, and plans to celebrate modestly while saving most of her winnings.
3. 'Hundred Acre Wood' Saved From Bulldozers In Maryland (thebaynet.com) — A 105-acre forested tract in Greenbelt, long used by NASA near Goddard, has been permanently protected by transferring it to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Now part of the Patuxent Research Refuge, the former rocket-fuel testing site will be restored and opened for public wildlife-focused recreation, preserving one of the region's largest unbroken woodlands near Greenbelt.
4. Judge blocks administration plan to thwart FBI headquarters move to Maryland (detroitnews.com) — A federal judge has ruled the Trump administration unlawfully tried to shift the new FBI headquarters from Greenbelt to Washington's Ronald Reagan Building, restoring the Maryland project. The decision blocks diversion of $555 million and, according to state officials, puts Greenbelt back on track for significant jobs, investment, and long-term federal presence.
5. Judge blocks the Trump administration from moving FBI headquarters to DC office building (kcci.com) — A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's plan to move the FBI headquarters into Washington's Ronald Reagan Building, reviving a previously approved site in Greenbelt. The decision, sought by Maryland and Prince George's County, clears a legal path for the long-planned headquarters project that could bring major federal investment and jobs to the Greenbelt area.
📸 Around Greenbelt
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Greenbelt
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★ Featured events ★
- Beyond Basics Homeschool Tutorial →
9811 Mallard Dr, Laurel
10:00 am
Monday September 14
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Other local events
- Pajama Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5
New Carrollton Branch Library New Carrollton -
7:00 pm - Professional Duty Days for All Teachers
Margaret Brent Regional All Schools and Centers - Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5
Greenbelt Branch Library Greenbelt - Program Room
12:15 pm - Needlework Social
Spaulding Branch Library Spauldings - Storytime Barn
4:00 pm - Needlework Social
Bladensburg Branch Library Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
5:30 pm - Professional Duty Days for All Teachers
Margaret Brent Regional All Schools and Centers - Caseworker in the Library
Spaulding Branch Library Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
10:00 am - Pins and Needles
New Carrollton Branch Library New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
10:00 am
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Pins and Needles: Knitting
Prince George's County Memorial Library System Surratts-Clinton -
12:30 pm - Free HIV and Syphilis Screening
Bladensburg Branch Library Bladensburg -
1:00 pm - English Conversation Club
Bladensburg Branch Library Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
1:00 pm - Film Discussion: Mysteries and Mayhem - You Solve It!
Prince George's County Memorial Library System Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
1:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- City of Greenbelt Maryland posted a job opening for Art Instructor in Greenbelt. Apply here.
- Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in College Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Greenbelt here.
Ok Greenbelt! 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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