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In today's newsletter:
Why a gun and tent near a Snellville elementary school led to arrests
Also on today's calendar: Taste of BBQ Festival and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Thursday: Humid with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
Friday: Very warm with clouds and sun, temps: high: 86, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 2 charged after gun, tent found near Snellville elementary school: Report (fox5atlanta.com) — Police arrested two people found living in a tent between a Snellville shopping center and Centerville Elementary School, where officers discovered a handgun with its serial number removed, marijuana, and alcohol. The school's principal reassured families there was no sign students were in danger, but some local parents remain worried about weapons and drugs so close to children.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Hey I just found a kitten by my mailbox! She's so little and cute. Does anyone know of any resources to get her some kitty litter, food, and shots? Let me know (Nextdoor Saddle Ridge)
Looking for someone with a truck to help me move a few things to my storage. (Tall mirror, heat lamp, a few boxes Shouldn't take no more than an hour. Storage 3 miles away. Located in Snellville/Trillium Forest Subdivision pay… (Nextdoor Trillium Forest)
Olive Garden Italian Kitchen posted a job opening for Busser in Snellville. Apply here.
Outback Steakhouse - Bloomin' Brands, Inc. posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Snellville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Snellville here.
🗞 Nearby News
Grayson
Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole honored at Grayson Stadium (wjcl.com)
Gwinnett County
Rep. Arlene Beckles Recognizes October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month (house-press.com)
25 years in prison for Mississippi man found guilty on multiple counts of child molestation in Gwinnett County (11alive.com)
Atlanta area high schools unveiled for Red Lobster Band of The Year (star-telegram.com)
Ok Snellville! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!