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Alexandria, Alabama Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good day Alexandria! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Choccolocco Creek: Where Things Stand Today: Solutia Presentation at Bynum Community Center
  • Tomato and Salsa Workshop at Calhoun County Extension Office

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 87 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 71.
  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • School is starting soon!
    Remember, it is important to wash your hands the right way and at the right times. Wash your hands after you pet a dog, play outside, or cover a… (Nextdoor )
  • August 1 through 7 is National WIC Breastfeeding Week.
    Breastfeeding is important because human milk helps babies grow strong and healthy. ADPH and the WIC Program want to support families in their… (Nextdoor )
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night in Anniston. Apply here.
  • National Healthcare Corporation posted a job opening for Housekeeping Assistant in Anniston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

🗞 Nearby News

Anniston

  • Harlem Legends Bringing Basketball Camp and Celebrity Show to Anniston (calhounjournal.com)
  • Anniston Council Reviews Proposed $51.76 Million Budget and Approves Development, Transit and Infrastructure Measures (calhounjournal.com)
  • Alabama farm highlights food safety as Cyclosporiasis cases rise (wvtm13.com)

Jacksonville

  • Jacksonville State University Releases June and July 2026 Campus Crime Log (calhounjournal.com)

Ok Alexandria! 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 Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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