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🌱 What’s planned for Americus Peace Day at Rylander Park this month?

Americus, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Coffee in hand, Americus? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What’s planned for Americus Peace Day at Rylander Park this month?
  • Why is Americus’ Russell Street sinkhole still not permanently fixed?
  • Which Americus-area students earned spots on GSW’s achievement list?

Also on today's calendar: Carver Varsity Football @ Sumter County and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Wind and rain, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Sunday: Variable clouds; less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 59.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 90 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Americus Rotary to host second annual Americus Peace Day at Historic Rylander Park (americustimesrecorder.com) — Americus residents are invited to a free Americus Peace Day celebration at Historic Rylander Park on Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon to 4 p.m. You’ll find kids’ activities, live entertainment, a community resource fair, and a service project for nursing home residents, along with free food and a World Polio Day recognition led by the Rotary Club of Americus.
   

2. Weeds grow around Russell Street sinkhole (americustimesrecorder.com) — A long-standing sinkhole at Russell and Forrest streets in Americus remains covered only by metal plates and cones, despite bids and years of discussion. City leaders cite funding and deeper infrastructure problems, while residents like a local landlord say deteriorating roads are hurting daily business and are still waiting for clear answers on permanent repairs.
   

3. Education Briefs Oct. 10 (valdostadailytimes.com) — Americus readers can celebrate that Georgia Southwestern State University has recognized local students on its Summer 2026 Academic Achievement List, honoring strong GPAs among part-time enrollees. The briefs also highlight Valdosta-area students earning national and dean’s list honors, showcasing academic success across South Georgia communities connected to Americus.
   

4. Where is Hurricane Isaias now? See watches, warnings issued in Georgia (savannahnow.com) — Americus is under a tropical storm watch as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, bringing the potential for 39–57 mph winds, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes this weekend. Southwest, north, and middle Georgia all face varying advisories, so residents should prepare for flooding rains, gusty winds, and changing conditions from Friday through early Sunday.
   

5. School of Medicine celebrates 2026 Nathan Deal Scholars (mercer.edu) — Americus is represented among Mercer University School of Medicine’s 2026 Nathan Deal Scholars through medical student Morgan Minick, who has committed to serving rural Georgia communities. The scholarship covers most tuition and supports students with strong rural ties, helping expand access to healthcare in underserved areas across the state.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday October 10
  • Civil War Medicine
    Andersonville National Cemetery , Andersonville, GA 31711
    10:00 am
    • Thursday October 22
  • Plains City Council Meeting →
    Plains City Hall, Plains
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Tamarack Foods, Inc. posted a job opening for Maintenance Technician - Second Shift in Americus. Apply here.
  • Phoebe Putney Health System posted a job opening for Security Officer in Americus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Americus here.

Ok Americus! 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: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Americus

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Americus

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.