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🌱 Patch AM: Have you ridden Stone Mountain’s scenic railroad loop yet?

Be sure to catch Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival on the Stone Mountain Patch calendar

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Coffee in hand, Stone Mountain? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Have you ridden Stone Mountain's scenic railroad loop yet?

Also on today's calendar: Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 68.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 10 Georgia Train Rides That Make The Trip Feel Worthwhile (takingthekids.com) — Stone Mountain residents are reminded that the Stone Mountain Park Scenic Railroad offers a five-mile loop around the granite mountain, with open-air cars and seasonal themed rides included in the park's Adventure Pass. The broader guide also spotlights other scenic and historic train experiences across Georgia, from Blue Ridge to Savannah, for day trips beyond the neighborhood.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Painted Flower Pots-Original Masterpieces —Doc Lawrence Read on Patch
  • I'm looking for recommendations for reliable, affordable local movers or two people with a truck to help with a small move this coming Friday.
    ​The move is just from Stone Mountain to Lithonia. Everything will be packed up and ready to load. If you have any recommendations for great local… (Nextdoor Hampton Village)
  • I'm currently needing to wash clothes and was wondering if there are there any good laundromats near?
    In the Lithonia, Stone Mountain, Decatur area? (Nextdoor The Park at Stonehaven)
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Stone Mountain. Apply here.
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Member $10-$14 an Hour - Same Day Pay Options in Stone Mountain. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stone Mountain here.

🗞 Nearby News

Tucker

  • Five artists selected to create murals at Halo Decatur (decaturish.com)
  • DeKalb County Schools releases new redistricting maps (decaturish.com)
  • USPOULTRY's Women's Leadership Conference empowered with purpose (poultrytimes.com)

Clarkston

  • It's a family affair at Clarkston halal food restaurant Al Chef (roughdraftatlanta.com)
  • Rivalry win highlights week three football recap (thechampionnewspaper.com)
  • Teen Answered Craigslist Ad in 2016, Then Endured Hours of Horror. Now a Man Is Charged with Rape, Kidnapping (people.com)

Ok Stone Mountain! 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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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