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🌱 Patch AM: Lawrenceville basement fire leaves two critically hurt and six displaced

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Monday September 21st Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Coffee in hand, Lawrenceville? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. β˜•οΈοΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • Lawrenceville basement fire leaves two critically hurt and six displaced
  • Lawrenceville resident charged in federal case over alleged illegal voting

Also on today's calendar: Africa Sunday at McKendree UMC and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 90 and low of 69 degrees. 🌢 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Cloudy, warm; a p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 87, low: 69.
  • Wednesday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ 2 critically injured after fire at Gwinnett County home, officials say (fox5atlanta.com) β€” An early-morning house fire in a Lawrenceville home left two people in critical condition after firefighters pulled a trapped resident from the basement and rushed both victims to a local hospital. Crews say smoke alarms inside weren't working, and six adults plus a dog are now displaced and receiving Red Cross help while investigators determine what sparked the blaze.
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β€’ Dawsonville resident among three aliens charged with voting in federal elections (wgtjradio.com) β€” A Lawrenceville resident is among three noncitizens federally charged with allegedly voting in recent north Georgia elections, including the 2024 federal contest. The case centers on accusations of using a false name and misrepresenting citizenship, underscoring how federal prosecutors are scrutinizing voter eligibility and documentation for people living in communities like Lawrenceville.
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πŸ—ž Nearby News

Gwinnett County

  • Three Georgia counties flagged by Trump administration for using non-English election materials (roughdraftatlanta.com)
  • WKYT Investigates: Lexington residents call for end to Flock camera contract after WKYT investigation (wkyt.com)
  • Braves Minor League Recap: Davis Polo makes successful debut (batterypower.com)

Grayson

  • Georgia high school football: Buford defeats Grayson for the first time (on3.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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