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🌱 Locust Grove vs Dutchtown and 10 more events
Also, don't miss Food Truck Frenzy on the Locust Grove Patch calendar

Coffee in hand, Locust Grove? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
Coming up on the calendar:
- Food Truck Frenzy at Tanger Station Ballfield
- Locust Grove vs Dutchtown
- Locust Grove Wildcats vs Austin Road Middle
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 95 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 96, low: 71.
- Thursday: Hot with clouds and sun, with a high of 98 and low of 72 degrees.
📸 Around Locust Grove
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Locust Grove
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★ Featured events ★
- Food Truck Frenzy →
Tanger Station Ballfield, 2950 Tanger Blvd, Locust Grove
4:00 pm
Friday August 28
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Other local events
- Locust Grove vs Dutchtown →
Locust Grove High School, 3275 S Ola Rd, Locust Grove
7:30 pm - Locust Grove Wildcats vs Austin Road Middle →
Locust Grove High School, 3275 S Ola Rd, Locust Grove
6:00 pm
Friday August 28
Tuesday September 8
📣 Locust Grove Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Henry Business Builders
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events 1709 Hwy 20W McDonough 30253
9:00 am - Member Onboarding Experience
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Hudgins Room 1709 Hwy 20 W McDonough GA, 30253
11:00 am - Knit/Crochet Club
Griffin-Spalding County Library
1:00 pm - Comprehensive Parks Master Plan Public Comment Sessions →
McDonough, GA Calendar
6:00 pm - SBDC From Marketing to Momentum
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Clayton State University Arbor Hall bldg. 5823 Trammell Rd. Morrow, GA 30260
10:00 am - August In The Mix Networking Event
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Habaneros Mexican Grill 2422 Jonesboro Rd. Hampton, GA 30228
6:00 pm - LOL Wednesday
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Jamilla's Events 1601 McDonough Place McDonough 30253
7:00 pm - Discover FLEX | Informational Breakfast →
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Hudgins Room 1709 Hwy 20 W McDonough, GA 30253
9:00 am - Ribbon Cutting for Advance Auto Parts #7873 [In-person]
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events 2484 Jonesboro Rd Hampton 30228
10:00 am
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Food For Thought My Testimony A Teachable Moment In My Life.
Sometimes being an adult means becoming like a child again not childish, but teachable. You're never too old to open your heart, open your mind, and… (Nextdoor Locust Grove Outskirts) - "Good morning, family.
Food for thought: Women and men, please take care of your health. Go to the doctor, get your checkups, and do what you can to get a clean bill of… (Nextdoor Locust Grove Outskirts)
- Kroger Family of Companies posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Locust Grove. Apply here.
- RREMC LLC posted a job opening for Shift Leader Full Time in Locust Grove. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Locust Grove here.
🗞 Nearby News
McDonough
- McDonough Fall Festival on the Square: Save the date for October 17th (atlantaonthecheap.com)
- Book Pet Care Services in McDonough, GA with Amy C. from $10/hr (care.com)
- McDonough City Council maintains property tax rate (henryherald.com)
Jackson
- Hot bats fuel Jackson's 4-1 start in softball (jacksonprogress-argus.com)
Ok Locust Grove! 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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