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Good day Laurel! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Captain James Seafood Palace, MD at Laurel, MD Calendar
  • Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3 at Laurel Branch Library
  • Play and Learn at Spaulding Branch Library

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 73 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: Warmer with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 59.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello my family and I found a dog today.
    She is about 10lbs and has a golden/reddish fur color. Her fur is a bit long and matted so it looks like she's been lost for a while but she's… (Nextdoor Montpelier Hills)
  • FOUND KITTEN: This unaltered female gray kitten, who we are calling Kaiju and who is estimated to be about 9-10 weeks old, was found on Mill Creek Court in Laurel on August 20 and has been seen in the area for about a week.
    If you know who this cat belongs to, please contact Laurel Cats at 301-886-0161. If no owner is identified by September 2, 2026, this cat will be… (Nextdoor Laurel)
  • Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Laurel. Apply here.
  • Red White and Blue Thrift Store posted a job opening for Production Associate in Laurel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laurel here.

🗞 Nearby News

Beltsville

  • < Record cyclosporiasis outbreak tests the response of a 'weakened' health system (npr.org)
  • Types of Foundation Cracks Explained (thecharlottegazette.com)

Greenbelt

Columbia

  • Passing Stopped School Bus Can Bring Big Fine For Howard County Drivers (patch.com)

Ok Laurel! 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: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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