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Elliot In The Morning features local pastry chef — “Holy cow! This morning was a crazy, pleasant surprise! Thanks @eitmonline for the shout-out and air time. Look forward to seeing you next week with some pignolis and more! Link in bio for my on-air appearance.” [Facebook]

Deadline extended to Aug. 20 to nominate Chamber ALX Best in Business Award — “Each year The Chamber ALX honors businesses for their significant role in driving the Alexandria business community and economic growth. Winners will be announced, in person, at The Chamber ALX’s Best in Business Awards on October 20th.” [Chamber ALX]

Today’s weather — “Showers and thunderstorms (during the day). Potential for heavy rainfall. High 86F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%… Thunderstorms during the evening, then skies turning partly cloudy overnight. Low 73F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.” [Weather.com]

New job: Automotive detailer — “Come join our team today and be respected for your skills and responsible for your own earnings. Our detailers can regularly bring in between $150 and $250 per day including tips from happy, satisfied customers.” [Indeed]

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  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.