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Today's riddle: If you have 13 apples in one hand and 10 oranges in the other, what do you have ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Phenix City man facing charges for illegal dumping in Georgia, deputies say (wrbl.com) — A Phenix City resident has been charged after deputies say he was caught illegally dumping trash at a county dump site in nearby Stewart County, Georgia. Authorities impounded his vehicle and are urging residents to report any suspected illegal dumping to help keep the area clean and safe.
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• More than 30 Former Little Leaguers® Ready to Shine in the 2026 Women's College World Series (littleleague.org) — Two former players from Phenix City Fast Pitch American Little League are among more than 30 ex-Little Leaguers competing in this year’s Women’s College World Series. Their journeys from local fields to the national stage highlight a busy Summer of Softball that also includes a new pro league and the Little League Softball World Series.
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• Columbus, GA woman arrested for robbery in Lee County (waka.com) — Deputies say a woman accused of robbing a Dollar General in nearby Smiths Station tried to flee in a taxi headed toward Phenix City before being stopped and arrested. Investigators recovered cash, a handgun, and discarded clothing, and report she also faces multiple outstanding felony warrants from Columbus, Georgia. Authorities are asking anyone with additional information to contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office or CrimeStoppers.
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