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šŸŒ± Patch AM: Why Oakton High lost its crossing guards ā€” and what happens next

And on the Oakton Patch calendar - Back 2 School Bash

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Hello again Oakton! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Oakton High lost its crossing guards — and what happens next

Also on today's calendar: Back 2 School Bash and 9 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Saturday: Very warm with clouds and sun, temps: high: 86, low: 65. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'My nerves were shot': Fairfax County school board member outraged over no crossing guards (wjla.com) — Families connected to Oakton High School should know that Fairfax County removed all high school crossing guards this year, including at Oakton, to save nearly $1.9 million. A school board member says traffic near campuses has become "chaotic and dangerous" and is urging county supervisors to immediately restore these safety positions after the first day back to school.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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🗞 Nearby News

Vienna

  • Sheeba, now open in Vienna, offers authentic introduction to Yemeni cuisine, owner says (ffxnow.com)
  • EIA: Ethanol Production Rises, Demand Stays Flat (dtnpf.com)

Fairfax

  • Court Records Detail Charges Against 9 Men In Undercover Fairfax County Sting (patch.com)
  • Fairfax County Safety Patrol Camp Teaches Students Life-Saving Bus Safety Skills (wjla.com)
  • Fairfax Connector Expands Transit Fare Assistance With TRIP100 (fairfaxcounty.gov)

Reston

  • 9 Men Face 20 Charges After Undercover Child Exploitation Sting In Fairfax County (patch.com)
  • Fairfax Optometrist Eyes New York Runway, Petite Eyewear Line (patch.com)

Ok Oakton! 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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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