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Hi Norcross! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Norcross-based Waffle House tests all-day tacos at Georgia locations
  • Why a shuttered Norcross lab now owes over $315 million
  • Why a Norcross ICE check-in didn't end in deportation Wednesday

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 72.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Tacos At Waffle House? GA-Based Eatery Tests New Menu Items (patch.com) — Norcross diners may soon notice a big change at their hometown-based Waffle House, as the chain tests breakfast and lunch tacos at about 45 locations across Georgia. The Norcross-headquartered franchise is trying egg-and-cheese breakfast tacos with various meats, plus cheesesteak, chicken and patty melt tacos, all available any time of day for the next few months.
   

2. Genetic testing lab faces $315M federal penalty for alleged Medicare, Medicaid fraud (wsbtv.com) — A former Norcross genetic testing lab and its owner have been ordered to pay more than $315 million in a civil fraud case tied to Medicare and Medicaid billing. The now‑shuttered Norcross facility allegedly ran unnecessary genetic tests and offered gift cards for samples, though the owner denies wrongdoing and faces no criminal charges at this time.
   

3. Army wife avoids deportation during Norcross ICE check-in (fox5atlanta.com) — An Army soldier's wife facing deportation was allowed to leave Wednesday's check-in at the Norcross ICE facility and remain free while her lawyers appeal her asylum denial. Local advocates quickly organized a rally, highlighting broader concerns about immigration enforcement against military families and the uncertainty still surrounding whether she'll receive a stay of removal or longer-term protection.
   

4. PCHS one of 11 programs with 70+ wins this decade (theblacksheartimes.com) — Norcross High's football program is highlighted among Georgia's winningest big-school teams this decade, posting a 52-21 record in Class 7A. The rundown shows how Norcross stacks up against powerhouses like Buford, Carrollton, and Grayson, underscoring the program's consistency in one of the state's toughest classifications.
   

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    Thursday August 20
  • Girls Basketball Morning Workouts (Gym)
    Crews Middle School Lawrenceville, GA 30044
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    Berkeley Lake Elementary School Duluth, GA 30096
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Xfinity just increased my bill by 50 dollars a month (no notice) what do I need to do to just keep my wifi and internet?
    I don't want to be caught off guard when I call them to cancel TV as they can intimidate and bully. I rent all the components. (Nextdoor Medlock Trace)
  • Hello!
    This might help whoever is in need for this year 2026 for Christmas toys it's a little early but I just received this information. (Nextdoor Medlock)
  • Michael Baker International posted a job opening for Aviation Planner in Norcross. Apply here.
  • PetSmart posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate Full Time in Norcross. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norcross here.

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: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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