Patch AM: Will Zoning Review Halt Western High's Opening?

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In today's newsletter: Will a zoning review delay Herndon’s new Western High School opening? What’s planned for Herndon Parks and Rec’s big 50th anniversary year? Also on today's calendar: Heirloom- Silver & Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4 and 9 more events. Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!) Weather forecast: Thursday: A little afternoon rain, with a high of 50 and low of 44 degrees. Friday: Increasingly windy, temps: high: 58, low: 25. Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 46 and low of 34 degrees. 📰 News we're reading • Could 2232 Process Cast a Shadow Over Western High School? — Families near Herndon’s new Western High School face uncertainty as Fairfax County’s required 2232 land-use review could delay the campus from opening in fall 2026. School Board members are split over using a faster “Feature Shown” shortcut that avoids a full public hearing, with traffic, transparency, and timing at the heart of the debate. • How Herndon Parks and Rec plans to celebrate 50-year anniversary in 2026 — Herndon’s Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for its 50th anniversary in 2026 with a new downtown “Polar Heat on Lynn Street” festival and a year of special events. Residents can look forward to VIP dances, an aqua egg hunt, stream cleanups, and more, while longtime users are invited to share memories from camps, classes, and the Herndon Community Center. 📸 Around Herndon Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to DISCOVERTRENDAM! 🗓 Upcoming Events in Herndon Add your event to our calendar and newsletter! ★ Featured events ★ Thursday December 18 Heirloom- Silver & Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4 6830 Elm St, Suite 9, McLean, VA, 22101 , 10:00 am CLEARANCE PRICES: Scout Troop 157 Xmas Tree Sale Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Rd, Herndon 6:00 pm Holiday Town Hall To be provided upon registration, 6:30 pm McLean Winter Estate: Jewels, Holiday Decor, Furniture, Arts & Rugs Online Auction McLean 6:30 pm Saturday December 20 Dec 20-21 (3 shows)--Alchemy Ballet presents The Andalusian Nutcracker Herndon High School, 700 Bennett St, Herndon 2:00 pm Sunday December 21 Annual Civil War Peace Service Dranesville Church of the Brethren, 11500 Leesburg Pike, Herndon 9:00 am Wednesday December 24 Children’s Nativity Musical & Communion – Christmas Eve in Sterling St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 201 E Frederick Dr, Sterling 3:00 pm Want to see your event featured? Click here! Other local events Friday December 19 Early Morning Winter Pinot's Palette , 12976 Highland Crossing Dr ste d , Herndon 7:00 pm Calamity: Improv Comedy Holiday-Show 750 Center St , Herndon 7:30 pm Saturday December 20 Introduction to 3D Printing: Creating Your First 3D Model 3D Herndon , 590 Herndon Pkwy Suite 120 , Herndon 10:30 am The Andalusian Nutcracker Herndon High School , 700 Bennett St , Herndon 5:30 pm Fairfax Saxophone Quartet, “A Jazzy Christmas”, @FairfaxHS Fairfax High School Auditorium , 3501 Lion Run , Fairfax 6:15 pm 📣 Herndon Shout Outs! Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to DISCOVERTRENDAM! It's free! Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy. 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Sweathouz Reston — (703) 263-8150 Black Friday 3-for-$99 1hr private sauna/cold plunge session Click here to show your appreciation! 💚 Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers. 💬 Chatter What your neighbors are talking about on social media Branching Out for a Cause: Troop 157’s Christmas Tree Sale Needs Your Help! —Christine Graham Read on DISCOVERTREND Updated dates for Fairfax County pet Vaccine and Microchip clinics, in English and Spanish, for the first half of 2026. I’ve also attached their resource guide for low cost veterinary services and food assistance. Please share with folks who may benefit from these. … (Nextdoor Four Seasons) PM Hotel Group posted a job opening for Banquet Houseperson | Crowne Plaza Dulles | PM Hotel Group in Herndon. Apply here. Giant Food posted a job opening for PT Night Crew Clerk - Grocery - 0753 in Herndon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Herndon here. 🗞 Nearby News Reston Makers Union Reston Celebrates Holidays With Cocktails, Special Events (DISCOVERTREND) Ashburn Broadlands Family Practice Locations Return To Independent Ownership (DISCOVERTREND) Ok Herndon! 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 DISCOVERTRENDAM! -- The DISCOVERTRENDAM Team P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I haven’t heard the last report. Got a good riddle for DISCOVERTRENDAM?Send it to us! 👉 Help make DISCOVERTRENDAM better Help us grow by suggesting local news sources. Shape this newsletter with your feedback. List items for sale or services offered We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn moreabout DISCOVERTRENDAM. 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