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Hi there, Axis! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Operations halted in Axis after deadly incident at lumber facility.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: An afternoon t-storm or two, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, temps: high: 87, low: 71.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Canfor Southern Pine suspends operations after fatal workplace… (1819news.com) — A worker was killed Monday at the Canfor Southern Pine facility in Axis, leading the company to suspend operations while a full investigation is conducted. Local fire departments responded to the conveyor-belt accident, and company leaders say they are focused on supporting the victim's family and employees as the community processes this loss.
   

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Ok Axis! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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