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Hi Palatka! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Palatka's fired fire captain just got his job back
  • How did Palatka spend Sept. 14 a century ago?
  • How an East Palatka angler placed in a big St. Johns tourney

Also on today's calendar: Sheriff's Office Meeting and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Breezy with periods of sun, temps: high: 90, low: 73.
  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Fired fire captain, union president granted return (palatkadailynews.com) — A Palatka fire captain and union president has been reinstated to the Palatka Fire Department after a month-long review of his firing, which followed union complaints about department leadership. City officials, including the interim city manager, say personnel records supported his return, and both sides now emphasize moving forward to serve residents safely and professionally.
   

• Today in History – Sept. 14 (palatkadailynews.com) — Local history buffs get a snapshot of Palatka and Putnam County life on past Sept. 14 dates, from early roadwork between Palatka and Hastings to the city's oldest hotel and a new bank building. You'll also see how local schools, dentists, theaters, and churches shaped community life over the decades.
   

• Green Cove Springs' Morgan Plays Shell Game, Wins at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at St. Johns River (thebasscast.com) — A major bass tournament on the St. Johns River wrapped up in Palatka with Green Cove Springs angler Cody Morgan taking first place and East Palatka's Austin Black finishing a strong fifth. Weekend anglers from across Florida competed for cash, big-bass honors, and points toward regional and national championships, spotlighting Palatka as a key fishing destination.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I think really good relationships rarely start from a perfect checklist
    most of the time its just two people casually chatting and then realizing they have more and more to talk about im single right now i have my own… (Nextdoor Palatka Northwest)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Front End Service Team Supervisor in Palatka. Apply here.
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Lot Associate in Palatka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Palatka here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Green Cove Springs' Morgan plays shell game, wins at Phoenix Bass Fishing League event at St. Johns River (majorleaguefishing.com)

Ok Palatka! 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: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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