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Hey hey Phoenixville! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Phoenixville teams dominate their PAC opponents this week?
  • See which luxury homes near Phoenixville are listing this month
  • Why a 1,100-mile skateboard journey is headed through Phoenixville

Also on today's calendar: Pokémon Trivia Night (21+) and 15 more events.

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid with a stray t-shower, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mercury Roundup (Sept. 1): Pope John Paul II claims four-set win over Spring-Ford in battle of two defending state champs (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Phoenixville athletes had a strong day across several sports, with girls volleyball sweeping Pottstown, girls soccer rolling to an 11–0 win, and the golf team topping Norristown behind John Thompson's 36. The wider PAC roundup also details key results for neighboring schools, giving local fans a quick snapshot of early-season form.
   

• Five Chester County Homes Hitting the Market in Early September, From $925K to $1.75M (vista.today) — High-end homes tied to the Phoenixville Area School District are about to hit the Chester County market, with one Valley Forge Mountain property listed at $1.35 million. The roundup highlights five spacious houses with pools, historic charm, and modern amenities, all priced between $925,000 and $1.75 million and coming online in early September.
   

• Skateboarding 1,100 Miles for Suicide Prevention (thewinchestergazette.com) — Phoenixville is one of several planned stops for Skyler King, a Mississippi skateboarder traveling 1,100 miles from Oxford to New York City to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention. As he passes through Pennsylvania, including Phoenixville, he's encouraging open conversations about mental health and directing supporters to his social media and GoFundMe for updates.
   

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  • The Legwarmers set to perform at Eagleview on Tuesday Night @ 7:00 pm —Sean Hickey Read on Patch
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Royersford. Apply here.
  • Olive Garden posted a job opening for Busser in Collegeville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Phoenixville here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Saquon Barkley Home Invasion Update: Man Accused Of 3 Main Line Home Burglaries (patch.com)

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  • AEO/GEO Strategist AI Search, SEO & AEM Malvern (dice.com)
  • 348 President Dr #152, West Brandywine Township, PA 19320 (redfin.com)
  • Ocugen Starts Phase III Trial of Geographic Atrophy Gene Therapy (precisionmedicineonline.com)

Ok Phoenixville! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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