Morning Palatka! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
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Also on today's calendar: Board of County Commissioners Meeting and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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• 10 Florida Amtrak Day Trips That Turn Every Minute On The Train Into Fun (takingthekids.com) — Palatka gets a starring role in this Amtrak day-trip guide, highlighting its historic depot, downtown murals, riverfront park, and Ravine Gardens State Park as standout stops along the rail line. The piece walks you through what to see within steps of the station, from antique shops and local diners to scenic trails and seasonal azalea blooms, while also outlining nine other Florida cities reachable by train.
• Column: 8-2 Panthers currently on outside looking in (palatkadailynews.com) — Palatka High's volleyball team is 8-2 with six straight wins, yet early regional rankings still leave the Panthers just outside the current playoff picture. A local columnist breaks down where Palatka and other county teams stand, while also outlining statewide FHSAA rule proposals that could reshape future baseball, flag football, softball, tennis, and track seasons.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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