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In today's newsletter:
- Hamilton resident linked to serious drug and weapons case in Arkansas
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 52 degrees.
- Thursday: Delightful with plenty of sun, temps: high: 77, low: 52.
- Friday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees.
🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Alabama couple found in city park after hours arrested on drug charges (hotsr.com) — One of the two people arrested on serious drug and weapons charges in an Arkansas city park lists a Hamilton address, tying this case back to our community. Police say multiple controlled substances, cash, and two firearms were found in their vehicle, and both suspects are being held without bond while facing potentially lengthy prison sentences.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday May 13
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Valley Stockyard →
Valley Stockyard, 13130 AL-157, Moulton
11:00 am
Thursday May 14
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Moving Forward: Jasper | Parkinson's Conference 2026 →
Jasper Civic Center, 204 19th St E #100, Jasper
10:00 am
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The Art of Knitting →
Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 N Water St, Tuscumbia
6:00 pm
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Sunset Stories-All Ages
Muscle Shoals Public Library, 1918 East Avalon Avenue, Muscle Shoals
6:00 pm
Friday May 15
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Senior Honors Day
Deshler High School
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
8:15 am
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Senior Sunset
Deshler High School
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
6:30 pm
Saturday May 16
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Relay For Life of Jasper AL →
Walker County Courthouse, 219 19th St W, Jasper
9:00 am
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April Showers Bring May Flowers →
Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 N Water St, Tuscumbia
10:00 am
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Lawrence County Beagle Club — American Beagle Club →
6411 AL-101, Town Creek
11:00 am
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Jesse Owens Memorial Run →
13550 Court St, Moulton
1:00 pm
Monday May 18
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West Point Town Council Meeting →
West Point Town Hall, 3990 Co Rd 1141, Cullman
6:00 pm
Tuesday May 19
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Homeschool Parent Support Group
Muscle Shoals Public Library, 1918 East Avalon Avenue, Muscle Shoals
5:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Get to know your neighbors before a storm or an emergency to help out in your community #HurricanePrep
Atlantic Hurricane Season: June 1-November 30. #preparenow (Nextdoor )
- [5/11/26] A Few Strong Storms Possible Near the Coast Today
https://ema.alabama.gov/14505/a-few-strong-storms-possible-near-the-coast-today/ (Nextdoor )
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O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Parts Specialist-1 in Hamilton. Apply here.
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Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Crew Member in Hamilton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hamilton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Phil Campbell
- 10 Hidden Gems That Prove Alabama Has The Most Stunning Nature In The Entire United States (myfamilytravels.com)
Russellville
- Elderly woman allegedly shot, killed husband while he watched TV because he bothered her (local12.com)
- Russellville Woman Charged With Murder After Husband Found Shot Dead (wiregrassdailynews.com)
- Woman Shot Husband Because She Was Annoyed With Him for Checking On Her (kansas.com)
Fayette
- Pilots safely eject from military aircraft after ‘mishap' on Lamar, Fayette County line (fox40jackson.com)
- Notice of Default and Foreclosure Sale (mytrpaper.com)
Ok Hamilton! 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: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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