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Good morning Herndon! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Herndon shooter sentenced: what the judge decided and why it matters.
  • Why did Herndon's Town Council abruptly fire the town manager?
  • What does Comstock's court win mean for downtown Herndon's future?

Also on today's calendar: Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of Music with the U.S. Army Chorus! and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 73, low: 45.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Public Safety - Week of October 2, 2026 (fairfaxtimes.com) — Herndon readers will want to know that a local man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for a 2025 fatal shooting on Elden Street, a case prosecutors say could have been resolved without deadly force. The weekly public-safety roundup also highlights a joint Vienna–Herndon bike safety event, major Fairfax County homicide indictments, a deadly I-395 crash, a costly Springfield jewelry heist, and other regional incidents.
   

2. Herndon town manager fired after vote from council, less than year in position (dcnewsnow.com) — Herndon's town manager, Dan Hoffman, was abruptly fired by the Town Council after a Sept. 29 vote, leaving Deputy Town Manager Kirstyn Jovanovich to step in as interim leader. Town officials are not explaining the reasons, calling it a personnel matter, but promise to share next steps for filling the position, a decision that could affect local services and priorities.
   

3. Tech Layoffs Announced + Counties Fight Dominion Merger + New Preschool: VA Business News (patch.com) — A Fairfax County judge has ruled that Reston-based developer Comstock, not the Town of Herndon, retains control of nearly five acres of prime downtown land, clearing the way for more transit-oriented growth there. The roundup also notes looming tech layoffs in Loudoun and a major Inova property purchase in Fairfax, signaling broader shifts in Northern Virginia's business landscape.
   

4. Need a Ride? (fairfaxcounty.gov) — Older adults in Herndon and nearby communities can get free or low-cost rides to medical appointments, grocery trips, and essential errands through programs like NV Rides and the Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia. Fairfax County also offers discounted or free bus and Metro fares for eligible residents, including seniors, people with disabilities, and SNAP recipients, helping locals stay mobile and independent.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Remembering Herndon's History: Early Native Americans in Herndon —Barbara Glakas Read on Patch
  • Give Kids the Gift of New Socks for Colder Weather —Jerilyn Woelfel Read on Patch
  • Missing dog.
    His name is bobby. He belongs to my husbands cousin. He has no collar, no nothing. He needs to be returned. (Nextdoor Calhoun)
  • This dog along with a light black pit bull were both loose on Coppermine Rd at 3:35 pm.
    They both approached my 3 dogs and my friend's. I had to get my dogs home to avoid them getting confused by the dogs coming so quickly at them … (Nextdoor The Downs of Herndon)
  • Goodwill posted a job opening for Merchandise Processor Herndon FT in Herndon. Apply here.
  • Goodwill Industries of Greater Washington posted a job opening for Porter USGS FT in Reston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Herndon here.

Ok Herndon! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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