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Claxton, Georgia Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello Claxton! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how many calls Claxton Police handled in Thursday’s 911 log
  • How Georgia’s new medical marijuana law affects a Claxton veteran

Also on today's calendar: GA06 Richey Arena.

Today's riddle: Why are frogs poor conversationists? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sunny and warmer, with a high of 89 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a t-storm or two, temps: high: 89, low: 63.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 90 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Police Report - 5/16/26 (statesboroherald.com) — Claxton appears in this regional police and 911 roundup, with one Claxton resident listed among recent Bulloch County arrests and the Claxton Police Department handling a single call Thursday. The report also details call volumes for nearby sheriff’s offices, fire departments, EMS, and animal services, giving residents a snapshot of area public safety activity.
   

• Medical marijuana access is expanding in Georgia (wjcl.com) — A Claxton Army veteran is among thousands of Georgians who will soon see expanded access to medical cannabis, including flower and vape cartridges, after Gov. Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 220. The law, effective July 1, removes THC caps, adds lupus as a qualifying condition, and could reduce out-of-state trips for treatment while keeping purchases within Georgia’s regulated program.
   

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  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Closing Crew Member Macon area in Claxton. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Elizabeth as Taylor brings Swiftie energy to Downtown Live in Statesboro (griceconnect.com)
  • Statesboro police chief to retire after more than 40 years in law enforcement (wtoc.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They jump to conclusions. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Claxton

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Claxton

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