🌱 Winchester Man Apprehended + Local SPCA Receives Donation

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Winchester Patch newsletter. Let's get this week started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Mostly cloudy and cooler. High: 63 Low: 44.
• Tuesday: Windy with periods of sun. High: 59 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Winchester:

1. Wilson E. Buckingham of Winchester was apprehended on Friday after reportedly fleeing from a traffic stop on foot Thursday. Officials report Buckingham was pulled over at the intersection of U.S. 50 and Iron Rail Lane around 5:30 p.m. Thursday for speeding and attempting to flee from officers. A female passenger was detained at the time of the incident as well but was later released. (The Winchester Star)
2. The Winchester Area SPCA received a generous donation of $24,493 from Subaru of America Inc. and CMA's Subaru of Winchester in support of its goal to have over 2,400 pets adopted this year. The money came from the annual "Share the Love" event that took place in November and December and was presented to the local SPCA at the annual meeting on Mar. 27 at the Winchester Country Club. In 2022, the non-profit facilitated over 1,000 adoptions, assisted over 1,000 pets through the Pets for Life program, and saved over 250 pets from at-risk shelters. (The Winchester Star)
3. Looking for something to do this spring in Winchester? You can experience beautiful boutiques, historic buildings, cute cafes, and so much more as the weather warms up. Only In Your State recently shared a guide to how residents and visitors alike can spend their day downtown. (Only In Your State)

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Today and tomorrow in Winchester:

Monday, April 17

• Shenandoah Conservatory Chamber Brass Recital At Goodson Chapel - Recital Hall (7:30 PM)

Tuesday, April 18

• Baby Time At Handley Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Winchester Police Department Captain Spishak and Lt. Orndorff recently trained officers on the safe usage of motorcycles — just in time for spring and the Apple Blossom Festival! (Winchester Police Department via Facebook)
• The Winchester Fire and Rescue Department are preparing to celebrate Lt. Bohus and his daughter as they will be graduating from Laurel Ridge Community College this coming May. The department is proud to have him and his family a part of the department. (Winchester Fire and Rescue Department via Facebook)
• Apr. 15 is Jackie Robinson Day, and the Handley Regional Library System commemorated the trailblazer in a Facebook post. Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier as he put on the number 42 for the Brooklyn Dodgers and became an icon in the sport. (Handley Regional Library System via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. See you all soon for another update!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!