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Warner Robins, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readHi Warner Robins! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Warner Robins man banned from Houston County after prison sentence
- How a Warner Robins standout became a top-10 MLB draft pick
Also on today's calendar: PLANT BINGO @ THE PATIO and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you mix a broccoli and a melon? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 93 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 71.
- Tuesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Warner Robins man to serve decade in prison after shooting at group of people (macon.com) — A Warner Robins resident has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and 20 years of probation for firing multiple shots at a group of people on Terrykay Circle after a fistfight, though no one was hurt. Prosecutors say he was already on probation for earlier drug and gun charges, and he is now banned from Houston County, underscoring local concerns about escalating gun violence. 
• What Athletics' Fans Should Expect from Draft Pick Drew Burress (fromtherumbleseat.com) — A hometown connection pops up in the MLB draft as outfielder Drew Burress, who grew up in Warner Robins and starred at Houston County High School, is selected eighth overall by the Oakland A’s. The story walks through his record-setting Georgia Tech career, his power-hitting strengths, and areas he’ll need to refine as he works toward the big leagues.
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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GOOD SAMARITAN, HOLDING GHOSTS, & MORE WEIGHT →
Reverb Room, 1758 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins
7:30 pm
Friday July 17
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Other local events
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8:30 am - Executive Committee Meeting
Robins Regional Chamber in person
8:30 am -
3:00 pm - BOSS Food Pros Meeting
Robins Regional Chamber 1228 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins, GA 31093
3:00 pm -
8:30 am - Leadership Robins Region Class
Robins Regional Chamber 1228 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins, GA 31093
8:30 am -
PLANT BINGO @ THE PATIO →
The Patio at Rigby's, 2001 Karl Drive, Warner Robins
6:00 pm -
PUNK NITES POP PUNK EMO NIGHT →
Reverb Room, 1758 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins
7:30 pm -
Perry Farmers Market →
Perry Farmers Market, 801 Main St, Perry
9:00 am -
McKenzie Reed →
Hilton Garden Inn Warner Robins, 207 Willie Lee Pkwy, Warner Robins
5:30 pm
Wednesday July 15
Tuesday July 21
Friday July 24
Saturday July 25
Tuesday July 28
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Southern Classics Tattoo Expo and Arts Festival at the Georgia National Fairgrounds →
Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agriculture Center, 401 Golden Isles Pkwy, Perry
12:00 pm -
8:30 am - Executive Committee Meeting
Robins Regional Chamber in person
8:30 am -
3:00 pm - BOSS Food Pros Meeting
Robins Regional Chamber 1228 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins, GA 31093
3:00 pm -
Centerville Seniors – Community Room →
Centerville Community Room, 300 Church St, Centerville
10:00 am
Sunday July 12
Wednesday July 15
Thursday July 16
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- IT'S HAPPENING!
The multi family yardsale is 8am to 2pm tomorrow. Thornbrook Neighborhood, Emberly Ln, Sedgebrook dr, Drayton Ct, near Lake Joy and Russell Pkwy. … (Nextdoor Covey Drive) - So, I have mileage reimbursement for anyone that’s available to take me to Atlanta to prep surgery and schedule my appointment.
If there’s anyone available Monday to take me there the mileage reimbursement will cover your gas. Just let me know because this is a very important… (Nextdoor Northside)
- Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Walmart Merchandiser in Warner Robins. Apply here.
- Olive Garden Italian Kitchen posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Warner Robins. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Warner Robins here.
🗞 Nearby News
Perry
- Middle Georgia's first Jack in the Box coming to Perry this fall (hhjonline.com)
- Interfor's dust output and log truck traffic concern Perry residents and employees. What is the city's solution? (hhjonline.com)
- Peach County scrimmages Veterans in Fort Valley (41nbc.com)
Byron
- SC man inspired by Bible verse to torch Georgia church sentenced to prison (thestate.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The saddest vegetable known to man: a melonccoli. (Thank you Francie H. for sending it in!)
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