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Staunton, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Staunton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See what’s inside Staunton’s brand-new Gypsy Hill Park Pool House
- Meet the Staunton scholar named valedictorian at Washington and Lee
- Why Staunton is ranked a smart, affordable long-weekend escape
Today's riddle: If you have 13 apples in one hand and 10 oranges in the other, what do you have ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 46 degrees.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 73, low: 53.
- Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 53 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Staunton: City formally opens $2.67 million Gypsy Hill Park Pool House (augustafreepress.com) — Staunton has officially opened its new $2.67 million Gypsy Hill Park Pool House, offering accessible entrances, private family restrooms, and upgraded concessions for local swimmers. Funded mostly through federal relief dollars and capital reserve interest, the project limits the hit to taxpayers and supports an extended 2026 pool season through Labor Day, staffing permitting. 
2. W&L Celebrates 454 Graduates at 239th Commencement (wlu.edu) — Staunton readers can celebrate local graduate Nicholas Rizzo, who finished summa cum laude at Washington and Lee with dual degrees in physics and mathematics plus multiple top departmental awards. He’s one of nine valedictorians in a 454-student class highlighted for academic excellence, leadership, and prestigious fellowships at the university’s 239th Commencement.
3. Affordable Small Cities in America for Long Weekends (cheapism.com) — Staunton gets a strong shout-out as a budget-friendly, culture-rich small city ideal for a calm long weekend, with its historic downtown, restaurants, shops, and the American Shakespeare Center. The piece compares Staunton with other affordable U.S. destinations, emphasizing relaxed pacing, walkability, and Shenandoah Valley scenery that make it an appealing, low-stress getaway for locals and visitors alike.
4. Staunton boys soccer tops Heritage-Lynchburg in Region 3C quarterfinals (dnronline.com) — Staunton High’s boys soccer team edged Heritage-Lynchburg 2-1 at Gypsy Hill Park to advance in the Region 3C playoffs, powered by goals from seniors Anthony Renne and Andrew Efird. Players and coach credited composure, a loud home crowd, and season-long improvement as they prepare to host Liberty Christian Academy in Tuesday’s regional semifinal.
5. Staunton District Traffic Alert for June 1 – 5, 2026 (virginia.gov) — Drivers from Staunton should plan for lane closures and detours on I-81, I-64, Route 11, and nearby Augusta County roads during June 1–5 as VDOT crews pave, widen, and repair key corridors. Expect changing traffic patterns, work-zone speed limits, and flagger-controlled areas across the Staunton District.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We are working a Project in Staunton, and came upon this little Bambino this morning....
It IS that time of year.... Check your yards. POST YOUR PICTURES IN THE COMMENTS !! Just remember,,,,, Its MOM is nearby. She … (Nextdoor Newtown/West End) - Update: Pet Reunited
Behlul, a cat who went missing in Gainesville, VA, has been safely reunited with their family after 1 days, 8 hours. Message from Owner: "A six-year… (Nextdoor Big Sky)
- Wieland Rolled Products North America posted a job opening for Production Lead, 1st Shift in Staunton. Apply here.
- Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Apparel Team Supervisor in Staunton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Staunton here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Big hands ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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