Coffee in hand, Richmond Hill? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how Richmond Hill’s track stars stacked up at state
- How Richmond Hill is rallying around the family of Michael Sharpe
- Which Richmond Hill senior just earned a $2,000 Kiwanis scholarship?
Also on today's calendar: SGRHO vs ZPB Kick Ball Showdown and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are frogs poor conversationists? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 86, low: 68.
🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 84 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Track: Wildcats' Timothy Alston Jr. wins 110m hurdles at state (bryancountynews.com) — Richmond Hill High School standout hurdler Timothy Alston Jr. captured a state title in the 110-meter hurdles, leading a strong showing for the Wildcats at the GHSA championships in Athens. Multiple Richmond Hill athletes medaled or placed in the top 10, helping the boys finish second overall and the girls place sixth against top competition statewide.

• Friends and family honor man killed in crash caused by driver in country illegally (wtoc.com) — Richmond Hill friends and family packed a local funeral home to remember Michael “Danny” Sharpe, a husband and father killed in a May 1 crash while driving home from work. Loved ones described his deep impact on the community and his work helping kids with disabilities fish, as the accused driver now faces serious charges and an immigration hold.

• Statesboro Kiwanis Club awards $26,000 in scholarships to area students (griceconnect.com) — One of this year’s Statesboro Kiwanis Memorial Scholarship recipients is Richmond Hill High School senior Ava Follansbee, who received $2,000 toward her studies in public health administration at the University of Georgia. The club awarded a total of $26,000 to 13 regional students based on academics, service, and financial need, and also spotlighted Bulloch Academy’s Key Club for its strong youth leadership and community service.

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Other local events
Sunday May 17
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SGRHO vs ZPB Kick Ball Showdown →
Timber Trail Park, 508 Timber Trail, Richmond Hill
4:00 pm
Tuesday May 19
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City Council Workshop →
Richmond Hill, GA Calendar, Council Chambers in City Hall 40 Richard Davis Drive, Richmond Hill
6:00 pm
Thursday May 21
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Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board Meeting →
Richmond Hill, GA Calendar, 40 Richard R. Davis Drive, Richmond Hill
2:30 pm
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City Council Workshop →
Richmond Hill, GA Calendar, Council Chambers in City Hall 40 Richard Davis Drive, Richmond Hill
6:00 pm
Friday May 22
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Memorial Day Junior Ranger Mini Camp
Fort McAllister State Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond
6:00 pm
Saturday May 23
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Memorial Day Commemoration
Fort McAllister State Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond
10:00 am
Monday May 25
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2026 Memorial Day Ceremony →
Richmond Hill, GA Calendar, 521 Cedar Street, Richmond Hill
11:00 am
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🗓 Events Nearby
Saturday May 16
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Raymond "Ray" Dent Memorial - Golf Tournament
Liberty County Chamber of Commerce
Taylors Creek Golf Course, Gulick Ave, Fort Stewart, GA, 31314, United States
8:00 am
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Lace Up for Lupus Awareness Walk →
Lake Mayer Park, 1850 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Savannah
9:00 am
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CALI Super Saturday →
Savannah, GA Calendar, 305 Fahm St., Savannah
9:00 am
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*All Ages!* Colorful Friends-Pick Your Favorite →
Painting with a Twist, 107 Grand Central Blvd Ste 205, Pooler
1:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
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- 2 of my cats have been missing for a couple of days.
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🗞 Nearby News
Savannah
- Director Judd Apatow talks with WSAV about Savannah comedy show (wsav.com)
- Savannah chefs spotlight Vidalia onions in limited-time dishes (wjcl.com)
- Savannah police get $27 million tech upgrade with Axon (savannahnow.com)
Pooler
- Get ready to move! First full‑body virtual reality arena now open in Pooler (wsav.com)
Ok Richmond Hill! 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: They jump to conclusions. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)
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