🌱 Patch AM: How new DNA technology helped crack a Norcross murder case

Good morning Norcross! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How new DNA technology helped crack a Norcross murder case
• Can Norcross upset undefeated Brookwood in tonight's crucial region showdown?

Also on today's calendar: Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 80 and low of 55 degrees.
• Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 83, low: 56.
• Sunday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Othram, GBI Identify Suspect in 2020 Homicide of 21-Year-Old (forensicmag.com) — Investigators have charged a 27-year-old man in the 2020 shooting death of Norcross resident Tyler Hall, after advanced DNA testing and genealogical research helped revive the cold case. The GBI and Norcross Police say the investigation is still active and are asking anyone in Norcross or nearby communities with information to share tips by phone, online, or via the state's mobile app.
   

• 2026 Georgia High School Football Game Predictions: Week 6 (itgnext.com) — Norcross High football hosts undefeated Brookwood tonight in a key Region 7-7A opener, with the Blue Devils looking to upset the 5-0 Broncos and jumpstart their season. The article also previews several other major Georgia high school matchups, but Norcross residents get specific context on the team's 2-2 start and what's at stake in this home game.
   

📸 Around Norcross

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Norcross

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 26
• Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival →
  Brook Run Park, 4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody
Saturday October 3
• 5K Run/Walk & Free Health Fair →
  Mount Moriah Now Church, 1983 Brockett Rd, Tucker
  8:30 am
• All School First Look - Preview Grades PreK to 8 - Saturday, October 3 9:45AM →
  Holy Redeemer Catholic School, 3380 Old Alabama Rd, Alpharetta
  9:45 am

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Other local events

Friday September 25
• UNWIND YOGA →
  Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center, 10 College Street Northwest, Norcross
  6:30 pm
• SAHARA presents LYANNO Live in Concert →
  2077 Beaver Ruin Road, Norcross
  9:00 pm
Saturday September 26
• Pooch & Hooch Doggy Day-Care →
  Thrasher Park, 93 Park Drive, Norcross
  2:00 pm
• Magic Lantern Night →
  Hong Kong Market Plaza, Norcross
  6:30 pm
• SLIMELIFE SHAWTY LIVE @ SAHARA SATURDAYS →
  Sahara restaurant and lounge, 2077 Beaver Ruin Road, Norcross
  9:00 pm
Sunday September 27
• Decision First Engineering. LIVE at Tree Sound Studios Atlanta GA. Sept 27 →
  4610 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Norcross
• Afrobeats Sundays at Sahara | Gwinnett's Afro Social →
  Sahara Lounge, 2077 Beaver Ruin Road, Norcross
  7:00 pm
Monday September 28
• Movie Monday: Selena 1:30 p.m. Showing →
  Norcross GA
  1:30 pm
Saturday October 3
• Pet Blessing / Blessing of the Animals →
  Brook Run Park Playground, Dunwoody
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• RE-UNITED!!!!!
  Hi - my dog has gone missing from my home in Spalding Gate. She is microchipped and friendly. Please, please let me know if you see or you know… (Nextdoor Jones Bridge)
• I have been trying New Dragon because of posts I've seen here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Peachtree Corners

• Peachtree Corners considers deer management plan as population grows (atlantanewsfirst.com)
• Chimney cakes have landed in Georgia (atlantamagazine.com)
• Earn While You Learn: Why an Electrician Apprenticeship Beats College Debt (livinginpeachtreecorners.com)

Doraville

• How Did a Man Steal a Woman's iPhones Using a Fake ID at UPS? (attackofthefanboy.com)

Dunwoody

• New Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens In GA (patch.com)

Ok Norcross! 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: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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