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🌱 How 140 new MEC jobs could reshape Thomson’s local economy

Thomson, Georgia Patch AM: a 3 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How 140 new MEC jobs could reshape Thomson’s local economy

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 74 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Monday: Humid; a morning thunderstorm, temps: high: 75, low: 59.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gov. Kemp: MEC Plans Approximately 140 New Jobs in Thomson (allongeorgia.com) — A new Mayville Engineering Company metal fabrication plant is coming to Superior Way in Thomson, bringing about 140 jobs and a $26 million investment over the next several years. Local leaders say the project will strengthen McDuffie County’s industrial base, with hiring for management, skilled trades, and operations roles expected to ramp up beginning in 2026.
   

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  • Columbia County School District announces Grovetown Elementary's Heather Cottingham as 2027 teacher of the year. (wfxg.com)
  • Grovetown lot dispute heads to Georgia appeals court (wrdw.com)
  • Navy chief arrested at Fort Gordon as part of Grovetown police's predator sting (theaugustapress.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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