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In today's newsletter:

  • Why are Augusta gas prices jumping faster than the rest of Georgia?
  • What Augusta's new $13.6M veterans cemetery will mean for local families
  • How a $400,000 grant could change childhood cancer care in Augusta

Also on today's calendar: Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 70.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Gas prices rise sharply in Georgia and Augusta (wjbf.com) — Gas prices in Augusta have jumped 23 cents per gallon in a week, outpacing the statewide increase as Georgia's average hits $4.08 for regular. Local drivers describe cutting back on groceries, dining out, and recreation, while AAA links the spike to expensive crude oil and offers practical tips like shopping around, using rewards, and paying cash when possible.
   

2. Georgia Receives $13.6M Federal Grant for Augusta Veterans Cemetery (kicks99.com) — Augusta is set to host Georgia's largest veterans cemetery after a $13.6 million federal grant was awarded for the new Georgia Memorial Veterans Cemetery off Tobacco Road. The 200-acre site will offer thousands of burial options for veterans and spouses, sparing local families long drives to Columbia or Milledgeville and adding a significant new memorial space to the community.
   

3. Hyundai Hope on Wheels awards $400,000 grant for pediatric cancer research in Augusta (wfxg.com) — A $400,000 Hyundai Hope on Wheels grant is boosting pediatric cancer research at Wellstar Golisano Children's Hospital of Georgia and Augusta University's Georgia Cancer Center in Augusta. Local families, doctors, and leaders gathered for a handprint ceremony honoring children fighting cancer and highlighting how this ongoing partnership is bringing innovative treatments and clinical trials to young patients here.
   

4. Georgia measles outbreak raises concern for local daycares, health leaders (wjbf.com) — Augusta-area health officials and daycare providers are on alert as Georgia tracks 16 measles cases this year, most tied to a metro Atlanta daycare outbreak. Local leaders explain how they'd quickly trace contacts, when unvaccinated children might be kept home, and why parents should call ahead before visiting a doctor if measles is suspected, while emphasizing vaccination guidance for families.
   

5. Augusta, Georgia: Incident Near Butler High School Draws Concern as Details Remain Unclear (theunionstar.com) — An unclear incident near Butler High School in Augusta raised worries about student safety, but multiple residents who contacted or were near the school say it happened at the edge of campus and did not involve students or staff. Conflicting social media accounts have fueled concern about broader youth violence and school safety, yet no official police or school statement has been released so far.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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