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🌱 Kelsey Waldon and 10 more events

Cheers Independence! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Kelsey Waldon at Rex Theater
  • Thursday Night Jam Session at The Historic Fries Theatre
  • Trunk or treat at Fries Ball Park

... and check out 5 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What did Noah tell his sons about fishing off the ark? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cold with periods of rain, with a high of 43 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Cold with rain, temps: high: 45, low: 42.
  • Thursday: A little morning rain; cloudy, with a high of 49 and low of 38 degrees.


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🗓 Upcoming Events in Independence

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday October 28
  • [GPL] Halloween Storytime
    Galax Public Library , 610 W Stuart Dr , Galax
    11:00 am
  • MS Swim @ Virginia Middle
    Galax Middle Galax, VA 24333
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday October 30
  • Middle School Chorus Concert-Auditorium
    Galax High Galax, VA 24333
    5:00 pm
  • Middle School Chorus Concert
    Galax Middle Galax, VA 24333
    6:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.


💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Galax. Apply here.
  • Food City posted a job opening for Floral Designer/Helper in Galax. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Independence here.

🗞 Nearby News

Marion
  • As Marion tent encampment ends, citizens urged to see event as catalyst for action (heraldcourier.com)

Ok Independence! 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: Go easy on the bait, boys. I only have two worms.
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Independence

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Independence

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.