🌱 How a Metter freshman is fundraising her way to a Boston summit

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In today's newsletter:

• How a Metter freshman is fundraising her way to a Boston summit
• What a year-long investigation uncovered in Metter's latest drug bust
• How Metter students are helping boost literacy across Candler County

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 90 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: A stray afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 70.
• Saturday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. She's aiming for the stars! (metteradvertiser.com) — A Metter High School freshman, Abbie Boudreau, has been invited to the prestigious Future SciTech Leaders Summit in Boston next summer and is fundraising locally to cover travel and conference costs. Her long-standing passion for astrophysics began at Metter Elementary, and she's now the only ninth grader at Metter High to choose the Science and Engineering career pathway, while also excelling in poetry and school activities.
   

2. Six arrested in Sept. 10 drug bust (metteradvertiser.com) — Law enforcement agencies led by the GBI carried out a major drug investigation in Metter, resulting in six arrests, multiple charges, and the seizure of suspected drugs and 28 firearms. Several of those arrested are Metter residents, and the case remains active, with authorities asking anyone with information to contact the GBI or submit anonymous tips through established hotlines and online tools.
   

3. Community Literacy is focus of meeting (metteradvertiser.com) — Candler County's Literacy Council recently gathered community members, including partners from Metter High School and Metter College and Career Academy, to expand literacy support beyond the classroom. Attendees explored practical activities and resources families can use at home, with a strong focus on reaching children across Metter and the county who may lack easy access to books and traditional programs.
   

4. Police Report - 8/30/26 (statesboroherald.com) — Regional law enforcement and emergency agencies reported a routine mix of arrests, traffic offenses, and service calls, with Metter Police handling five calls and Metter Fire responding to three on Monday. Candler County EMS also managed multiple accident and medical calls, offering residents a snapshot of recent public safety activity affecting Metter and surrounding communities.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Metter

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★ Featured events ★

Friday October 2
• Calvary Day at Metter →
  Metter High School, 34905 GA Highway 129 S, Metter
  7:30 pm

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Other local events

Thursday October 1
• MMS Football Semi Finals (home)
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  5:00 pm
• JV Football Game
  Candler County School District, 27245 US-80, Portal
  5:00 pm
• Varsity Softball Game
  Candler County School District, 5073 Storey Mill Road, Hephzibah
  6:00 pm
Friday October 2
• Varsity Football Game
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  7:30 pm
Monday October 5
• Varsity Softball Game
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  5:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
• MMS Tennis Match
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  4:00 pm
• Varsity Softball Game
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  5:30 pm
Wednesday October 7
• Varsity Softball Game
  Candler County School District, 1388 Georgia Hwy 24, Statesboro
  4:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday October 1
• MHS Cross Country meet
  Candler County School District, 1053 Magnolia Springs Rd, Millen
  4:00 pm
• MMS Tennis Match
  Candler County School District, 1 Battle Creek Warrior Blvd, Reidsville
  4:00 pm
• MMS Football Semi Finals (home)
  Candler County School District, 34905 Hwy 129, Metter
  5:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• * WHAT...
  Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...A portion of southeast Georgia. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Low… (Nextdoor )

• Crider Foods posted a job opening for Inspector Cook in Stillmore. Apply here.
• Aramark Corporation posted a job opening for Bartender - Georgia Southern Athletics in Statesboro. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Metter here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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