🌱 Winchester Native Enhances Museum Imaging + Scouts Visit Shelter

Hello all. It's me, Rose Mendez, your host of the Winchester Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community today.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Hazy sun. High: 78 Low: 48.
• Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon. High: 69 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories today in Winchester:

1. Kyra Schultz of Winchester, a third-year museum studies student at Rochester Institute of Technology, worked on the MISHA team funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The team developed a cost-effective multispectral imaging system called MISHA, which allows for the discovery of hidden markings and text on historical artifacts. Schultz played a key role in integrating the finalized images into various platforms for museum display and found the experience of presenting at events to be enriching and inspiring. (Rochester Institute of Technology)
2. Girl Scout Troop 14009 recently paid a visit to the Winchester Area SPCA. The troop donated supplies and gained insights into shelter operations. During the visit, they had the opportunity to write compassionate messages and enjoy playful moments with kittens in the cat room. (Winchester Area SPCA via Facebook)
3. In case you missed it: A Winchester man, 30, died on May 19 following an April crash in Lake Ridge. Police are seeking the driver of the truck involved in the incident, which occurred when the truck ran a red light and collided with another vehicle. Witnesses are asked to contact the authorities with any information. (Inside NoVA)

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Today and tomorrow in Winchester:

Wednesday, May 24

• "Little Hummer" Paint Night Fundraiser At Winchester Medical Center Conference Center (5:00 PM)
• Trivia Night At West Oaks Farm Market (6:30 PM)

Thursday, May 25

• Wine & Bites On The Porch! At Kimberly's Gift Shop (6:00 PM)
• Winchester Sketch Club - Figure Drawing Night At Purple Fern Photography (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• New homes have been listed for sale in the Winchester area! Get all the property details at the link. (Winchester Patch)
• Are you looking for a new family member with four paws? Check out the photos of adoption-ready dogs at the Winchester Area SPCA at the link! (Winchester Area SPCA via Facebook)
• Happy EMS Week to the men and women - both career and volunteer - who help keep the Winchester community safe! (Winchester Fire and Rescue Department via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll see you soon!

— 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!