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Coming up: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala on the Lorton Patch calendar

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What's up Lorton! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala at The Tower Club Tysons
  • Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Alexandria City High School at Alexandria City High School
  • Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Robinson Secondary School at Robinson Secondary

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

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 73, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 82 and low of 50 degrees.

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🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Lorton! 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 do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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