Hey hey Lawrenceville! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: Upsilon Alpha Omega Pearls and Politics Candidate Forum and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Yvonne A.!
Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Gwinnett County officials prepare for hurricane like conditions in metro Atlanta (atlantanewsfirst.com) — Gwinnett County officials in Lawrenceville are urging residents to prepare now for heavy rain, high winds, and possible flooding, and to stay off roads so first responders can work safely. Emergency operations, police, and fire crews will be fully staffed, while residents are advised to stock up on medications, food, and water and closely monitor weather updates as Hurricane Isaias brings deteriorating conditions.
• Bat tests positive for rabies, officials warn people to avoid odd-acting animals (wsbtv.com) — Health officials based in Lawrenceville are warning Gwinnett residents after a bat found dead near Autumn Meadow Drive in Loganville tested positive for rabies. They urge everyone to avoid odd-acting wild animals, keep pets' rabies vaccinations current, and call Gwinnett Animal Welfare if they see suspicious behavior, noting that rabies is almost always fatal without prompt treatment.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Lawrenceville PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Gwinnett County
Grayson
Dacula
Ok Lawrenceville! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Lawrenceville Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.