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Spotted on the Reston calendar: Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire

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Hey there, Reston! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Reston seniors can get free rides to appointments and errands

Also on today's calendar: Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire and 9 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: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 74, low: 45.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 67 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Need a Ride? (fairfaxcounty.gov) — Older adults in Reston can get free volunteer rides to medical appointments, grocery trips, and essential errands through NV Rides and the Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia, which explicitly serves Reston and nearby communities. The article also outlines Fairfax County transit discounts, specialized transportation programs, and Metro reduced-fare options, helping local seniors stay mobile without relying on costly rideshares.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Give Kids the Gift of New Socks for Colder Weather —Jerilyn Woelfel Read on Patch
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🗞 Nearby News

Herndon

  • Herndon town manager fired after less than a year on the job (ffxnow.com)
  • Fairfax Connector rolls out Spooky buses (annandaletoday.com)
  • Amazon delivery contractors among companies to close in Los Angeles (latimes.com)

Great Falls

  • Thunder Bridge Capital Partners V Units Eligible for Separate Trading on Nasdaq Starting October 5, 2026 (kalkinemedia.com)

Ok Reston! 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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