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What's up Americus! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could Americus' theater soon serve drinks at performances?
  • How a major SPARK conference put Americus churches in the spotlight
  • How Americus volunteers could help shape a new National First Ladies Day

Also on today's calendar: Monroe Varsity Football @ Sumter County and 4 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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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 91 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 92, low: 70.
  • Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Theater Authority Chair discusses managing director hiring process and alcohol sales (americustimesrecorder.com) — Americus' Theater and Cultural Arts Center Authority is working with the City of Americus to hire a new managing director, raising questions about how that fits the authority's charter. Leaders also discussed the possibility of reviving alcohol sales at George's Soda Fountain during performances, with proceeds potentially supporting restoration. Any changes could affect how future shows and staffing are handled locally.
   

2. SPARK brings southwest Georgia churches together for training, worship (christianindex.org) — Central Baptist Church in Americus just hosted a major SPARK church-strengthening conference that drew hundreds of pastors and lay leaders from across southwest Georgia. Organizers highlighted how Americus churches modeled hospitality and regional cooperation, and speakers urged local congregations to see Georgia as their mission field. Attendees left with practical ministry ideas and renewed encouragement for their work back home.
   

3. Joining Forces for a National First Ladies Day (eastwingmagazine.com) — Residents in Americus and nearby Plains are highlighted for honoring Rosalynn Carter's legacy by organizing food distributions tied to a proposed National First Ladies Day of service. National groups are lobbying Congress to formally recognize the last Saturday in April for this observance, encouraging communities like Americus to celebrate first ladies through volunteerism and educational activities.
   

4. Education Briefs Sept. 17 (tiftongazette.com) — Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus has recognized local students on its Summer 2026 President's List, highlighting top academic performance that may interest families with ties to the campus. The roundup also notes dean's and president's list honorees at Georgia State, Kennesaw State, and Southern New Hampshire University. It's a quick way to see which area students are being celebrated this term.
   

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  • Anyone missing these babies?
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  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Full Time (Daytime) Back of House Team Member in Americus. Apply here.
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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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