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Warner Robins, Georgia Patch AM: a 5 min readGood morning Warner Robins! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Police probe unexplained death on South Houston Lake Road turn lane
- Why a Warner Robins officer shooting suspect now faces seven charges
- Which Warner Robins gas station sold a $2.5M ticket?
Also on today's calendar: Muay Thai/MMA/Gi BJJ Sparring/Randori and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 82 and low of 50 degrees.
- Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 85, low: 53.
- Friday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Man found dead in Warner Robins, found lying in turning lane on South Houston Lake Road, police say (13wmaz.com) — Warner Robins police are investigating after a man was found dead early Tuesday in the center turn lane of South Houston Lake Road. Officers have not said how he died, but their traffic division is leading the case, and the man’s identity will be released after family notification. 
2. Man accused of shooting Warner Robins officer five times indicted by grand jury, per court records (13wmaz.com) — A man accused of shooting Warner Robins officer Matthew Wojtal during a January domestic disturbance call on Rose Street has been indicted on multiple serious charges, including attempted murder. Court records show he also faces counts tied to family violence, child cruelty, and firearm possession, and remains held in Houston County Jail.
3. Warner Robins lotto player wins $2.5M from scratch ticket. Where it was sold (macon.com) — A Warner Robins resident just claimed a $2.5 million prize from a Millionaire Jumbo Bucks scratch-off bought at the Lolo gas station on Russell Parkway. The Georgia Lottery says proceeds support statewide education programs, and the story also highlights resources for anyone struggling with gambling addiction.
4. Houston County volunteer clinic receives grant to stay open (41nbc.com) — A Houston County free medical clinic that many low-income residents rely on will stay open thanks to a $24,000 grant, plus a fundraiser supported by the City of Warner Robins. Leaders say the money will cover vaccines, equipment, and consultations, helping about 150 working adults keep access to basic healthcare while the clinic continues seeking more funding.
5. Warner Robins man facing charges after high-speed chase in stolen box truck (41nbc.com) — A Warner Robins man was arrested after deputies say he led a high-speed chase in a stolen box truck from Bibb County into Monroe County, allegedly trying to ram patrol cars before being stopped. He was taken to a hospital for evaluation and is expected to face multiple charges; no injuries were reported.
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Little Thrashers
Miller Martial Arts/American Top Team Warner Robins, 405 SR 96 Suite 700, Bonaire
5:00 pm
Thursday April 23
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Other local events
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11:30 am - State of Robins AFB Luncheon
Century of Flight Hangar Museum of Aviation , 1942 Heritage Blvd , Robins AFB
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Muay Thai/MMA/Gi BJJ Sparring/Randori
Miller Martial Arts/American Top Team Warner Robins , 405 SR 96 Suite 700 , Bonaire
6:00 pm -
ROCK THE 90'S live at Perry presents Concert Series
Heritage Oaks Park , 1889 US-341 , Perry
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Month of the Military Child Carnival
Robins AFB Youth Center , 1021 Hawkinsville St , Robins Air Force Base
11:00 am -
Georgia Grit Vs Duval Raiders
Atrium Health Field , 80 Cohen Walker Dr , Warner Robins
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11:00 am - Ribbon Cutting Center Market of Centerville
Robins Regional Chamber , 103 East Church Street , Centerville
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11:00 am - Ribbon Cutting Joy Park Apartments
Robins Regional Chamber , 1151 SR 96 , Kathleen
11:00 am
Thursday April 23
Friday April 24
Saturday April 25
Wednesday April 29
Thursday April 30
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Poplar Street Farmers Market
Poplar Street Farmers Market , 400 Poplar St , Macon
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11:30 am - State of Robins AFB Luncheon
Century of Flight Hangar Museum of Aviation , 1942 Heritage Blvd , Robins AFB
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(Switch-Macon) Macon’s Pinkest Bar
Switch Macon , 470 1st St , Macon
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29th Pan African Festival of GA
Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium , 2172 Anthony Rd , Macon
9:00 am
Wednesday April 22
Thursday April 23
Saturday April 25
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