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In today's newsletter:
- Are Columbus foster kids being kept out of school illegally?
- How new tariffs are quietly raising prices across Columbus shops
- How a Columbus psychologist says to handle 9/11 coverage this year
Also on today's calendar: Soulful Sounds in Columbus and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Mainly cloudy, with a high of 94 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Drenching afternoon t-storms, temps: high: 91, low: 72.
- Thursday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Georgia school district accused of illegally delaying enrollment of foster children (thecurrentga.org) — Muscogee County School District, which serves Columbus, is being accused by Georgia's child welfare agency of illegally delaying foster children's school enrollment under a new state law. District officials insist they are following the rules while working with the agency. The dispute could affect dozens of local foster students, including many in special education, who risk missing critical class time. 
• Tariffs squeeze Columbus businesses and customers (wtvm.com) — Columbus small businesses and shoppers are feeling squeezed as a 50% U.S. tariff on Canadian imports drives up costs, from flowers to delivery fees. A longtime local florist describes steadily rising prices on blooms, fuel, and service charges, while Midtown shoppers say it's getting harder to stretch already tight budgets. Owners are trying to shield customers, but worry how long they can.
• Midday Interview: Coping with trauma related to 9/11 (wrbl.com) — A Columbus-based counseling psychologist is sharing practical ways for residents to cope with difficult emotions as 9/11 coverage ramps up again this year. She stresses recognizing triggers, limiting exposure to disturbing images, and focusing on stories of heroism. Parents are encouraged to explain the attacks calmly while creating a safe, reassuring space for children's questions and feelings.
📸 Around Columbus
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Columbus
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- Fall Universal Academic & Dyslexia Screening
Muscogee County School District School sites
8:00 am - Pediatric Diabetes Support Group
Muscogee County School District Piedmont Conference Center 710 Center Street Columbus, GA 31901
5:45 pm - Fall Universal Academic & Dyslexia Screening
Muscogee County School District School sites
8:00 am - Soulful Sounds in Columbus →
Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center, 4225 University Ave, Columbus
7:00 pm
Wednesday August 26
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Wednesday September 9
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🗓 Events Nearby
- HCHS Boys Basketball Workouts
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
6:30 am - HCHS Volleyball (V/JV) vs. Northside/ Central PC @ home
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:00 pm - HCCMS Softball vs. Cowan Rd (B team)
Harris County Carver Middle School Away
5:30 pm - HCHS Softball (V) @ Lithia Springs
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm - HCCMS Volleyball vs. S. Girard
Harris County Carver Middle School HCCMS
7:00 pm - HCCMS Softball vs. Carrollton (A team)
Harris County Carver Middle School Home
5:15 pm - HCCMS Football vs. Carver @ home
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm - HCHS Football (JV) vs. Pike County @ home
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I found this little Maltese this morning, and I found the lady who has possession of it.
She was keeping it for someone that was in the hospital and now they have went to rehab and she can't keep the dog. She's looking to rehome it. It's… (Nextdoor Edgewood) - Nolan came with a team to empty out a 10x20 storage unit.
A unit filled from the back to the front including 4 very, very heavy pieces in it. Along with an assorted amount of trash. He came and said what he… (Nextdoor Cherokee Hills)
- Columbus, Georgia Police Department posted a job opening for PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I - G114 - Recreation Services - Part Time in Columbus. Apply here.
- The Reserves Network, Inc. posted a job opening for Cycle Counter in Columbus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Columbus here.
🗞 Nearby News
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- Democratic lawmakers call for closure of ICE detention center in southwest Georgia (timesfreepress.com)
LaGrange
- 20 UNDER 40: Miller-Urroz opens doors through the arts (lagrangenews.com)
- 20 UNDER 40: Bridwell serves through education and faith (lagrangenews.com)
- 20 UNDER 40: Benefield builds brighter futures through mento... (lagrangenews.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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