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Powder Springs, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning to you Powder Springs! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Know a standout neighbor? Nominate them for Powder Springs’ top honor.
  • Regional youth champs just claimed a title on Powder Springs’ fields.

Also on today's calendar: Southern-Fried Gaming Expo and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the football player hit the vending machine? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 73 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cloudy, a shower and t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 72.
  • Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Submit a nomination for the Citizen of the Year Awards (macon.com) — Powder Springs residents can now nominate neighbors for the 2026 Citizen of the Year award, part of the Cobb Chamber’s countywide recognition program. One honoree will be chosen specifically from Powder Springs for exceptional community service, with nominations accepted online through August 28.
   

• Local baseball team sweeps tournament (claycountyprogress.com) — A youth baseball team from Hayesville and Towns County went undefeated to win the RBI Tournament held in Powder Springs, edging the Spaulding All-Stars 7–6 in the title game. Their weekend sweep quietly spotlights Powder Springs as a host for competitive regional youth sports.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • URGENT!
    Does anybody know of any private cat shelters/foster homes that could take in these 3 babies and their mom? One of our neighbors abandoned them after… (Nextdoor Country Walk)
  • FOUND DOG!!!
    Please help us locate the owners for this sweet babygirl!!! Please share!!! Found on Jackson way/Oakville rd Downtown Powder Springs !!! Text,… (Nextdoor Shipp Rd)
  • Caring Transitions posted a job opening for Moving, Cleanouts & Estate Projects -Team Member (Part-Time / Flexible) in Powder Springs. Apply here.
  • Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Powder Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Powder Springs here.

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Ok Powder Springs! 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: He wanted his quarter back. (Thank you Pat S. for sending it in!)
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