HERNDON WEEKLY: Climate Change Plan; Refugees At Dulles Expo

Herndon VA

29 August, 2021

10:02 AM

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Good morning, Herndon! Here's everything you need to know to get this Sunday started off right. First, today's weather: Humid and mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 76. Here are the top stories today in Herndon: Wolf Trap and Signature Theatre team up for Broadway In The Park (Metro Weekly) Faith leaders concerned about conditions at Dulles Expo for Afghan refugees; attempts to provide supplies rejected (Inside NoVA) Ashburn middle school students' burger artwork exhibited at Leesburg restaurant (Loudoun Times-Mirror) Board of Supervisors set to approve new Climate Action Plan (Fairfaxtimes.com) Five Fairfax County companies make prestigious list for fast-growing businesses (Fairfaxtimes.com) "Engage Nepal" hosted by Reston Art Gallery & Studios (Fairfaxtimes.com) Judge dismisses case against School Board Member Elaine Tholen (Fairfaxtimes.com) DRCC - Blog : The Role Of Estate Managers During Renovation Projects. (Press Release Desk ) Stabbing On Elden Street Leaves 1 Injured; Police Investigate (Herndon Patch) International Dog Day Celebrated By Herndon Dog Lovers (Herndon Patch) Ashburn's Notes n' Beats offers a fusion of Indian and Western music lessons (Loudoun Times-Mirror) Herndon Patch Notebook Herndon Police Department: "IT'S HERE! BACK. TO. SCHOOOOOL!!! Best of luck to teachers and students as you embark on this year's journey. And CONGRATULATIONS parents! #backtoschool #herndonpd" (Facebook) ArtsFairfax: "JUST ANNOUNCED: The first three performances from Fairfax County non-profit arts organizations as part of our partnership with @capitalonehall and the Fairfax County Government. Fairfax Symphony Orchestra presents Bernstein, Saint-S..." (Instagram) Children's Science Center: "Everybody needs a check up - even our Animal Ambassadors! We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Pender Veterinary Centre who will be providing our animals with veterinary care. It was all smiles, (and a few hisses ) thanks..." (Facebook) Children's Science Center: "The Children Science Center has partnered with GSK and the Franklin Institute to bring GSK Science in the Summer™ to community organizations in Northern Virginia. GSK Science in the Summer™ is a free, hands-on science program aimed to in..." (Facebook) Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: "Enewsletter time! Read all about upcoming fall programs and events. Some tennis classes start Saturday. Registration is open. https://conta.cc/3jlNdYs" (Facebook) Children's Science Center: "Time sensitive alert! Happening today!" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Herndon Company In Top 100 Of Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing ListBridal Shop Bounces Back From Pandemic, Cuts Ribbon In HerndonAdd your business here Events: Silver and Brass Heirloom Restoration Services: Mondays 10-4 (August 30) Kids Culture Club Rosh Hashanah Celebration (August 30) Add your event Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon. If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Michael O'Connell About me: Michael O'Connell is a field editor with Patch in Herndon, Virginia. He is also the host and producer of the weekly It's All Journalism podcast and the American Press Institute's Better News podcast. Previously, Michael was a digital editor at Local News Now, a senior digital editor at Federal News Network, a producer of the National Governors Association's Meet the Threat podcast and managing editor at The Connection Newspapers. Besides speaking about podcasting at various journalism conferences, Michael is also the author of the textbook, Turn Up the Volume — A Down and Dirty Guide to Podcasting. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Herndon Weekly? You can reach me at [email protected].