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Coffee in hand, Wellesley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could a fake Duo prompt compromise your Wellesley account today?
  • Meet the artist behind Wellesley's newest pop-art library exhibition.
  • Why Wellesley players are scrimmaging in new protective helmet caps

Also on today's calendar: Coffee Bar Open House- Sunrise of Wayland Assisted Living and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 56.
  • Sunday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Information Security Update: Recent email scams and how to stay safe (wellesley.edu) — Wellesley account holders are being warned about recent phishing scams that have successfully compromised campus email accounts, with attackers even abusing Duo two-factor prompts. Students, faculty, and alumnae are urged to question unusual messages, avoid suspicious links, and immediately reset passwords or contact the Help Desk if they entered credentials, Duo codes, or downloaded questionable attachments.
   

2. The Familiar Reimagined: Artwork by Eddie Bruckner Solo Exhibition at Wellesley Free Library (theswellesleyreport.com) — A month-long solo exhibition of Eddie Bruckner's colorful, pop-art-inspired paintings is coming to the Wellesley Free Library from September 3–30, with a public reception on September 9. Residents can meet the artist, hear about his inspirations, and see new works alongside favorites, including bold takes on Boston's CITGO sign, all without leaving town.
   

3. Following CTE report, Massachusetts high school football coaches address safety concerns in a violent sport (bostonglobe.com) — High school football safety is under fresh scrutiny in Massachusetts after new CTE findings, and several programs, including Wellesley, have experimented with soft-shell Guardian caps in scrimmages. Coaches and medical experts describe reduced live tackling, stricter practice rules, and a push for full-time athletic trainers as they try to keep participation viable while better protecting young players' brains.
   

4. Former MassGOP Chair, political pundit sues Shortsleeve campaign on eve of primary (bostonherald.com) — A February 24 Wellesley Republican Town Committee caucus is at the center of a new lawsuit alleging a gubernatorial campaign staffer secretly recorded former MassGOP chair Jennifer Nassour without consent and shared edited clips online. Nassour is suing under the Massachusetts Wiretap Act and for civil conspiracy, while the Shortsleeve and Minogue campaigns trade barbs just days before the Sept. 1 GOP primary.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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