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🌱 Join Cairo’s weekly Quilt Circle and stitch with neighbors Wednesday mornings.
You won't want to miss Thomasville Bulldogs vs Grace Christian Cougars on the Cairo Patch calendar
Hi there, Cairo! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Join Cairo's weekly Quilt Circle and stitch with neighbors Wednesday mornings.
- How a $20,000 grant is boosting safety for Cairo-area deputies.
- Cairo's Drew Cook racks up cash and big bass at Lake Champlain.
Also on today's calendar: Thomasville Bulldogs vs Cairo Syrupmakers.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Hot and humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 97 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 99, low: 71.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and hot, with a high of 98 and low of 74 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• The Quilt Circle Will Leave You in Stitches on Wednesdays (southgatv.com) — If you love quilting or just want to learn, Roddenbery Memorial Library in Cairo hosts The Quilt Circle every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the auditorium on North Broad Street. All ages and skill levels are welcome to bring a project, swap tips, and enjoy a relaxed, social stitching time with neighbors. 
• $20k grant helps Grady County deputies upgrade gear to protect themselves and neighbors (wtxl.com) — Grady County Sheriff's deputies are getting 25 new bulletproof vests and 25 trauma kits thanks to a $20,000 Spirit of Blue Foundation grant, boosting safety for them and residents. A Cairo neighbor says the visible law enforcement presence already makes him feel safer, and EMS leaders stress how better-equipped deputies can start lifesaving care before ambulances arrive.
• Fishing history delivers Schmitt's third Bassmaster Elite title at Lake Champlain (anglerschannel.com) — Bass fishing fans in Cairo will be proud to see hometown pro Drew Cook finish fifth at the Bassmaster Elite event on Lake Champlain, just a pound behind the winner. Cook, listed from Cairo also grabbed contingency awards and big-bass honors on Day 1, keeping our local angling community on the national leaderboard.
📸 Around Cairo
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Cairo
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★ Featured events ★
- Thomasville Bulldogs vs Grace Christian Cougars →
Thomasville High School Gymnasium, Thomasville
4:00 pm
Monday August 24
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Other local events
- Thomasville Bulldogs vs Cairo Syrupmakers →
Veterans Memorial Stadium, 701 E Jackson St, Thomasville
5:00 pm
Thursday September 10
📣 Cairo Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Lady Cats JV Volleyball vs. Lowndes County
Bainbridge High School Lowndes High School, 1606 Norman Dr, Valdosta, GA 31601, USA
4:00 pm - Varsity Softball @ Grace Christian →
Grace Christian Academy, 1302 Lake Douglas Rd, Bainbridge
4:30 pm - MCHS Home Volleyball against Sumter County (JV, V)
Mitchell County Middle School Camilla, GA 31730
5:00 pm - Lady Cats Varsity Volleyball vs. Shaw High School
Bainbridge High School Shaw High School, H34Q+VC, 7579 Raider Way #1885, Columbus, GA
5:00 pm - MC Bd. of Ed. Meeting (Held at MCHS)
Mitchell County Camilla, GA 31730
5:30 pm - Lady Cats Varsity Softball vs. Westover High School
Bainbridge High School Westover High School, 2600 Partridge Dr, Albany, GA 31707, USA
5:30 pm - Lady Cats Varsity Volleyball vs. Carver High School
Bainbridge High School Shaw High School, H34Q+VC, 7579 Raider Way #1885, Columbus, GA
6:00 pm - MCHS Renovations, Modernizations & Additions Ribbon Cutting Ceremo
Mitchell County Middle School Camilla, GA 31730
6:15 pm - MCMS Away Football game against Sumter
Mitchell County Camilla, GA 31730 - Lady Cats JV Volleyball vs. Bainbridge Middle School
Bainbridge High School Bainbridge Middle School, 1301 E College St, Bainbridge, GA 398
5:30 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Cairo. Apply here.
- Randstad posted a job opening for Janitor - now hiring in Cairo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cairo here.
🗞 Nearby News
Thomasville
- The Golden Hour: A Trip Back To Grassroots Coffee (wtxl.com)
- TCS honors Dr. Hazel T. Jones with dedication of Dr. Hazel T. Jones Way (timesenterprise.com)
- Packed House Expected for Defending Champs' Season Opener - Thomasville Times-Enterprise (timesenterprise.com)
Bainbridge
- Bainbridge's Little Free Library network expands, bringing free and diverse books to more neighborhoods (wtxl.com)
Ok Cairo! 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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