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Covington, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Covington’s Jalen Farmer just made the NFL—see how he got there.

Also on today's calendar: Fairy Festival at Chimney Park.

Today's riddle: What is round on both ends and hi in the middle? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Warmer with variable clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 78, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

• Indianapolis Takes Kentucky's Jalen Farmer in Fourth Round of NFL Draft (nationofblue.com) — A hometown connection is heading to the NFL, as Covington native Jalen Farmer was drafted in the fourth round by the Indianapolis Colts after a standout career on Kentucky’s offensive line. The 6-foot-5 guard started 24 straight games, earned SEC honors, and impressed scouts with strong blocking grades and academic achievements. His selection continues Kentucky’s streak of producing NFL linemen.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Ohio (Thank you Mary D. for sending it in!)
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