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Spotted on the Tucker calendar: 5K Run/Walk & Free Health Fair

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Hi there, Tucker! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Tucker's new pet sale ban could affect your next adoption
  • Have you tried Tucker's pioneering Yemeni coffee shop yet?
  • How new DNA tools helped crack long-unsolved Tucker assault cases

Also on today's calendar: 5K Run/Walk & Free Health Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 89 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, temps: high: 78, low: 65.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Metro Atlanta city adopts new restrictions on outdoor pet sales (wsbradio.com) — Tucker has enacted a new ordinance banning outdoor pop-up pet sales, allowing city staff to help enforce existing state law and fine violators up to $500. City leaders say the change should reduce mistreatment of animals and help ease overcrowding at DeKalb shelters, while aligning Tucker's code with Georgia regulations.
   

2. 6 coffeehouses fueling Atlanta's newfound love for Yemeni coffee (atlantamagazine.com) — A Yemeni coffee shop in Tucker, Mokhaport, is spotlighted as one of six metro Atlanta cafes fueling growing interest in Yemeni coffee. Opened in 2021, it serves specialty drinks like sanani and traditional Middle Eastern snacks, giving Tucker residents a nearby taste of this distinctive coffee culture.
   

3. Investigators use technology new to department to nab serial rapist (thechampionnewspaper.com) — DeKalb officials say new DNA technology helped link a suspect to multiple unsolved sexual assaults and a homicide tied to Tucker locations, leading to warrants for serious felony charges. Investigators are now urging anyone with information about similar attacks in or around Tucker to contact the district attorney's tip line as they build the case.
   

4. Woman allegedly struck by Sky Whatley at Georgia concert is pursuing legal action (thegrio.com) — A woman says she was struck in the face by singer Sky Whatley during a Sept. 6 concert at the Londzell Performing Arts Theatre in Tucker and is now pursuing civil legal action. She reports significant injuries, has filed a police report, and her attorney is seeking compensation, while the performer has not publicly responded and no criminal charges are confirmed.
   

5. New Calculator Helps Poultry Industry Rapidly Estimate HPAI Depopulation Resources (morningagclips.com) — A Tucker-based poultry industry group has unveiled a new Excel calculator to help farmers and animal health officials quickly estimate resources needed when avian flu forces flock depopulation. While aimed at national users, it underscores Tucker's role in supporting emergency preparedness and education across the poultry sector.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • UPDATE — WE NOW KNOW WHAT HAPPENED TO YULI
    Thank you to everyone who has shared and responded to my original missing-cat post. Since posting, I have recovered surveillance footage from… (Nextdoor Montreal Terrace)
  • I am looking for a home for a dog that we rescued from a national forest in North Carolina.
    She was dumped in a very remote area, miles from anything, soon after having a litter of puppies. She is a redbone coonhound and is about 1.5 years… (Nextdoor Classic Village)
  • Target posted a job opening for Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1390) in Tucker. Apply here.
  • Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Customer Service/Sales in Lilburn. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tucker here.

Ok Tucker! 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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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