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🌱 How a Jet Foods arrest video shook Sandersville this week

Sandersville, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min read

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

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Jet Foods arrest video shook Sandersville this week
  • Why Sandersville neighbors packed City Hall after a filmed arrest
  • How a Sandersville trucking fleet is cutting fuel use and emissions

Today's riddle: Whatz the difference between Dubai...and Abu Dhabi? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 93 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 92, low: 69.
  • Friday: Some sun with a stray t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Viral video of Jet Foods arrest sparks Sandersville outrage (wjbf.com) — A viral video of Sandersville resident Patrick Yorker’s arrest at the Jet Foods store has stirred concern across town, with more than 800 shares online. Sandersville police say they’re conducting a thorough investigation, while Yorker's family thanks the community for support and describes him as traumatized by being repeatedly tased.
   

• Video of Sandersville man's arrest leads to investigation, with supporters now demanding answers (13wmaz.com) — Sandersville residents are pressing city leaders for answers after video of local resident Patrick Yorker’s arrest and tasing led to a police investigation and packed city council meeting. City officials and the police chief have promised transparency, but family members and supporters say they want an outside review and stronger protections for citizens’ rights.
   

• Top Green Fleets 2026: How Fleets Are Reducing Emissions in the Real World (truckinginfo.com) — A Sandersville-based carrier, B-H Transfer, has been recognized among Heavy Duty Trucking’s 2026 Top Green Fleets for its practical approach to cutting fuel use and emissions. With nearly 300 trucks, the company is reducing empty miles, rewarding drivers for fuel-efficient habits, and upgrading facilities with LED lighting and water-saving measures while exploring biodiesel and renewable diesel options.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Georgians get a bit of a break at the pump (wrganews.com)
  • Walnut Grove Road Closing for Construction (wbhfradio.org)
  • Family Reveals Why 5-Year-Old Boy Ran Back Into Burning Home (ussanews.com)

Ok Sandersville! 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: In Dubai, the people don't watch the 'Flintstone's'. But people in Abu Dhabi Do! (Thank you Jerri E. for sending it in!)
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