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Buchanan, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Buchanan! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new cell tower could change service around Buchanan
- Buchanan resident listed in latest Cherokee County arrest report
- Buchanan family remembers Marcus David “Grubb” Warren’s life and legacy
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 87, low: 69.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 87 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• New cell tower proposed to Haralson commissioners (times-georgian.com) — Buchanan residents may see improved cell service as Haralson County commissioners consider a proposed Verizon-supported tower intended to boost coverage and 911 reliability nearby. The board will vote next month, and their regular meetings are open to the public at the commissioners’ office on Van Wert Street in Buchanan. 
• Cherokee County Arrest Files for Wednesday, August 5 (weisradio.com) — A Buchanan resident is listed among several people recently booked into the Cherokee County Detention Center, according to Wednesday’s arrest report. The update notes charges for multiple individuals from surrounding communities and reminds readers that all are presumed innocent until proven guilty, with 108 inmates currently housed at the facility.
• Marcus Warren (polktoday.com) — Family and friends are mourning Marcus David “Grubb” Warren, a longtime Georgia Power lineman whose daughter Sherrie Ford lives in Buchanan. The 65-year-old Taylorsville resident is remembered for his devotion to family, pride in his many grandchildren, and strong work ethic, with a private graveside service planned for relatives.
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Bremen City Rockmart High School, 990 Cartersville Hwy, Rockmart, GA 30153\
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JV/V Softball vs South Paulding - DH
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Underclassman Pictures in BHS gym
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JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Heard Co. & LaGrange
Bremen City Bremen High School, 529 Laurel St, Bremen, GA 30110, USA
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Found dog!!
Is anyone looking for this little girl? Found on Five Points Rd. in Buchanan (Nextdoor Buchanan - Haralson)
- Kellermeyer Bergensons Services posted a job opening for Janitorial Crew Member in Buchanan. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Bremen. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Buchanan here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bremen
- Bremen students ready to rock Sept. 15 (times-georgian.com)
Cedartown
- Lynn Carlton (polktoday.com)
- Rockmart Woman Taken Into Custody on Cedartown Assault Warrant (coosavalleynews.com)
- Polk County Arrest Report Wednesday August 5 2026 (coosavalleynews.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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