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What's up Lawrenceville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Lawrenceville house fire leaves two critical and six residents displaced.
  • Why a Lawrenceville police chase ended in a deadly Highway 316 crash
  • How a rescued Lawrenceville kitten became the Stripers' newest "pitcher."

Also on today's calendar: Open House This Sunday! 2-4pm! 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 85 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Monday: A t-storm in the afternoon, temps: high: 89, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 1 rescued from basement after Lawrenceville home catches fire (atlantanewsfirst.com) — Firefighters rescued a trapped resident from a burning home on Park Place Drive in Lawrenceville after flames engulfed the basement early Friday, sending two people to the hospital in critical condition. Six adults and a dog were displaced, smoke alarms were not activated, and the American Red Cross is assisting as investigators work to determine the fire's exact cause.
   

2. 17-year-old charged in deadly wrong-way crash after police chase (wsbtv.com) — A deadly wrong-way crash on Highway 316 near Lawrenceville followed a late-night police chase, leaving a 33-year-old driver dead and a 17-year-old facing serious charges. Family and friends of the victim are demanding transparency about the pursuit while Gwinnett County police continue investigating and Lawrenceville police have not yet commented.
   

3. Rescue Cat Named ChipPurr Jones 'Throws' 1st Pitch, Unites Baseball Fans Everywhere With His Cuteness (today.com) — A tiny rescue kitten named ChipPurr Jones has become a sensation after 'throwing' the first pitch for the Gwinnett Stripers at their Lawrenceville home field, trotting from the mound to home plate. Found in the middle of a busy Lawrenceville road, he now lives at the stadium, helping promote kindness toward animals and inspiring more attention for local pet rescues.
   

4. Dawsonville resident among three aliens charged with voting in federal elections (wgtjradio.com) — A Lawrenceville resident is among three non-citizens federally charged with allegedly voting in recent elections, including the 2024 federal contest. Prosecutors say the man, a Mexican citizen, used a false name and birth details on a passport application and then voted in person, raising local questions about election integrity and residency status.
   

5. Islamic center construction in Loganville draws controversy (monroelocal.org) — A Lawrenceville-based Islamic institute that already operates a masjid in Lawrenceville is building a much larger Islamic center in nearby Loganville, sparking debate over zoning, communication, and religious freedom. While some residents have posted hostile comments on social media, city officials emphasize that religious facilities are allowed in residential zones and that federal law strongly protects such projects.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • UPDATE: the cat is a fixed male and he has a microchip!!
    The owner didn't pick up when the vet called and I don't have his number. Anyone know a Zachary Barnes?? Please send all advice because I can't keep… (Nextdoor Glynmoore)
  • I have 4 kittens that need a home.
    2 girl and 2 boys . Dm me and we can sort it out if you're interested! (Nextdoor Dunlin)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Lawrenceville. Apply here.
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Meat Clerk in Lawrenceville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lawrenceville here.

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