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Attalla, Alabama Patch AM: a 3 min readCoffee in hand, Attalla? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How a five-mile rail link first tied Gadsden to Attalla
Also on today's calendar: Women's Self Defense Seminar and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: Where did the two roofs meet? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 77 and low of 57 degrees.
- Sunday: Humid with rain and a t-storm, temps: high: 82, low: 62.
- Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 75 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• First officials of Gadsden (gadsdenmessenger.com) — A short railroad from Gadsden to Attalla once marked a big step in this area’s growth, built by early Gadsden leaders who also helped incorporate the city after the Civil War. This historical sketch looks back at those first officials, their businesses, and how their efforts shaped Etowah County’s development. 
📸 Around Attalla
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Upcoming Events in
Attalla
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★ Featured events ★
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The Most Magical Show On Earth →
Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center, 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden
6:30 pm
Saturday May 9
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Other local events
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Lend Me A Tenor →
Theatre of Gadsden, 310 N 27th St, Gadsden
2:00 pm -
DDC's Sisters of The Moonlight & Tide →
Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center, 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden
6:00 pm -
Women's Self Defense Seminar →
401 Elizabeth St, Boaz
1:00 pm -
Gadsden Reptile Expo (Show Me Reptile Show) →
The Venue at Coosa Landing, 201 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden
9:00 am -
Little Mania Midget Wrestling →
Tentacion Cantina llc, 221 S 3rd St, Gadsden
7:30 pm
Sunday May 10
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
Saturday May 23
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Run to the "Max" for Mental Health 5K
Noccalula Falls Black Creek Trails
8:00 am -
Chess Club Tournament
Gadsden Public Library - Main Branch, 254 College Street, Gadsden
9:30 am -
Receive $20 when you donate! East Gadsden Community Center Blood Drive
East Gadsden Community Center, 921 Wilson Ave, Gadsden
9:00 am -
Ribbon Cutting for The Bluff Amphitheater →
The Bluff Amphitheater, 1820 US 278, Hokes Bluff
11:00 am -
Business After Hours Sponsored by Team One Toyota
Team One Toyota, 927 West Grand Avenue, Rainbow City
5:15 pm -
Ribbon Cutting for Johnson's Giant Foods - Southside Location →
Johnson's Giant Foods - Southside Location
9:00 am
Saturday May 9
Monday May 11
Tuesday May 12
Wednesday May 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Be prepared for hurricane season by knowing what to do during a storm.
Whether you’ve evacuated or are sheltering in place, know what to expect from the hazards you may face. Remain vigilant, stay up-to-date with the… (Nextdoor )
- Meridian Waste posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in Attalla. Apply here.
- Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Asset Protection Associate in Attalla. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Attalla here.
🗞 Nearby News
Gadsden
- Gadsden State unveils new surgical tech program (gadsdentimes.com)
- Modern Woodmen plants strong roots for a growing future (gadsdenmessenger.com)
- Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Students for 2026-2027 Academic Year (weisradio.com)
Southside
- Wally Burns remembered as builder of Southside, servant to community (gadsdenmessenger.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: At a shingles bar! (Thank you Yann P. for sending it in!)
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