🌱 New Area Code For Atlanta Metro Area + AGCO Is Bull Of The Day

Happy Thursday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 71 Low: 45.

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Here are the top three stories in Duluth today:

1. With the current set of Atlanta metro area code numbers set to run out by 2023, the Georgia Public Service Commission will be introducing a new one beginning next month: 943. The new area code will be superimposed over the region that is currently served by the 404, 470, 678, and 770 area codes. According to the Georgia Public Service Commission, 943 will be available starting Mar. 15. (CBS 46)
2. Duluth-based AGCO Corporation has been named by Zacks Equity Research Shares as the Bull of the Day. AGCO was founded in 1990, is headquartered in Duluth, and is a leading manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and replacement parts. According to Zacks Equity Research Shares, AGCO is performing well despite global supply chain issues and it shows in this recent quarter. (Yahoo! Finance)
3. Are hybrid schools the future of education? A former Duluth High School teacher thinks so. In an opinion piece in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, author and education researcher Eric Wearne, who formerly taught English and debate in Duluth, writes that there is "now even greater interest in hybrid schools because of their flexibility, prompted by the pandemic and immense employee satisfaction with remote and hybrid work." Read the full article to see why Wearne believes a combination of in-person and at-home learning is best for students moving forward. (Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Today in Duluth:

• Eddie Owen Presents: Jill Sobule At Red Clay Music Foundry (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Well, this is one way to deter would-be thieves from stealing things out of your vehicle! The Duluth Police Department gave their seal of approval for these creative homeowners' motion-activated "spray alert," but noted that "it might just be easier to lock up your vehicles and hide your valuables." (Facebook)
• The Chattahoochee Elementary School's Clinic says it is in desperate need of donated clothing items. They will take all sizes and all clothes but have specifically requested pants to help provide a change of clothes for students. (Facebook)
• The Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia invites the public to reserve their spot for the 2022 Nonprofit Academy. Sign up today for a chance to join a Leadership Development track with Dr. John Green. (Facebook)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.