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Hi Columbus! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Columbus man killed defending fiancée; what police say happened next
  • How could giant data centers impact power bills in Columbus?
  • How Columbus helped shape The Salvation Army's growth across Georgia

Also on today's calendar: Climate Week NYC and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 93, low: 70.
  • Tuesday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 92 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'He saved me': Man allegedly shot, killed while defending fiancée in 'verbal altercation' (local12.com) — A 34-year-old man was fatally shot outside a Columbus Motel 6 after reportedly defending his fiancée during a family argument, according to police and relatives. Officers say 24-year-old Tavarus Toliver has been charged with murder and a firearm offense and is being held in Muscogee County Jail, leaving loved ones mourning a man they describe as a devoted partner and uncle.
   

• Georgia lieutenant governor candidates express views on large data centers (wrbl.com) — State lieutenant governor candidates are weighing in on how massive data centers could affect power bills, eminent domain, and local control in communities like Columbus. Both Democrat Josh McLaurin and Republican Greg Dolezal question current tax breaks and want stronger rules to protect residents and local governments from being stuck with infrastructure costs.
   

• Waycross Corps History (salvationarmyusa.org) — Columbus appears in a rich history of how The Salvation Army spread across Georgia, with a local corps established here in 1895 as the movement expanded beyond Atlanta and Augusta. The article traces early struggles, statewide growth, and today's wide range of services, from shelters and youth programs to disaster response, all supported by ongoing community donations.
   

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Ok Columbus! 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: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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